Tag: Football

The media wants you forget about Chad Wheeler

Brandon King

Do you remember Chad Wheeler? It seems that the sports and mainstream media do not want you to as they have had very little to say about him. Allow me to refresh your memory: Chad Wheeler is a former reserve lineman for the Seattle Seahawks who nearly beat his girlfriend to death in late January. You probably did not hear about it but Wheeler was charged with first-degree domestic violence assault, a felony; domestic violence unlawful imprisonment, a felony; and resisting arrest, a misdemeanor. You also may not have heard…

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Louis Nix, ex Notre Dame football star found deceased at 29

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Former Notre Dame star Louis Nix, a third-round draft pick of the Houston Texans in 2014, was found dead Saturday after he was reported missing earlier this week, his family confirmed with local television stations. From Michael Dirocco of ESPN JACKSONVILLE, FLA. — Former Notre Dame and NFL football player Louis Nix, who had been reported missing earlier this week, was found dead on Saturday, family members told two Jacksonville television stations. He was 29. Nix’s family reported him missing on Wednesday to police. After several days of searching, the…

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Vincent Jackson former NFL receiver dead at 38

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from ESPN: Former NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson was found dead Monday in a Florida hotel room, according to The Hillsborough County (Florida) Sheriff’s Office. The body of the 38-year-old Jackson was found at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET on Monday at the Homewood Suites in Brandon, Florida. Police said there were no apparent signs of trauma, and the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the cause of death. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said it has opened an investigation. According to hotel staff, Jackson, who is a South Tampa…

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Jaguars break off Doug Marrone

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From Grant Gordon of nfl.com : The Jacksonville Jaguars are on the clock for the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, they’re searching for a new general manager and now they’re looking for a new head coach. Following a one-win 2020 campaign, Doug Marrone has been fired as Jacksonville Jaguars head coach, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported. The team later made the news official. “I am committed and determined to deliver winning football to the City of Jacksonville,” Jaguars owner Shad Khan said in a statement. “Realizing…

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NCAA Football Weekly Recap

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Who Got it Done Michael Carter (UNC vs. MIA):  24 rush, 308 yds, 2 TD Javonte Williams (UNC vs. MIA):  23 rush, 236 yds, 3 TD Dillon Stoner (OKST vs. BAY):  8 rec, 247 yds, 3 TD Grayson McCall (CCAR vs. TROY):  24/29, 338 yds, 3 TD; 1 rush TD Torrance Marable (CCAR vs. TROY):  20 rush, 120 yds, 3 tot TD Kyle Trask (FLA vs. LSU):  29/47, 474 yds, 2 TD; 2 rush TD Kedon Slovis (USC vs. UCLA):  30/47, 344 yds, 5 TD Dorian Thompson-Robinson (UCLA vs. USC): …

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Jets break off DC Gregg Williams after Raiders loss

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From Rich Cimini of ESPN: The New York Jets have fired defensive coordinator Gregg Williams, league sources said Monday. The decision came on the morning after Williams called an ill-fated, all-out blitz that resulted in a 31-28 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. With 13 seconds left, Williams took an unnecessary gamble, leaving rookie cornerback Lamar Jackson in man-to-man coverage against the speedy Henry Ruggs III, who burned him for a 46-yard touchdown. The play call was unprecedented in recent NFL history. According to research by ESPN Stats & Information,…

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Denver QBs Bortles, Lock and Rypien ruled out for Week 12 after close contact with Jeff Driskel

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From nfl.com: Acccoding to the NFL Network’s James Palmer, Denver Broncos quarterbacks Drew Lock, Rypien, and immortal Blake Bortles all have been ruled out for week 12. The decision to pull the QBs from the team’s Saturday practice to be further evaluated due to close contact with fellow quarterback Jeff Driskel, who Thursday, was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.

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Report alleges 15 women sexually by members of Redskins staff

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From cbssports By Jordan Dajani 12m ago4 min read On Thursday evening, the Washington Postpublished a disturbing exclusive which gave us an inside look at the culture of Washington’s NFL franchise. According to Will Hobson and Liz Clarke, 15 former Washington employees told The Post that they were sexually harassed during their time at the club. Over the past week as The Post presented detailed allegations and findings to Washington’s NFL franchise, three team employees accused of improper behavior abruptly departed, including Larry Michael, the club’s longtime radio voice.  In a statement, the team said…

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XFL Week 5 Review

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From xfl.com: We thought we knew everything about the standings after four slates of games. Week 5 sent us spinning and reminded us that we still have half the regular season to go. 2020 Schedule  |  Tickets  |  Team Gear  |  App Let’s reset and digest. HOUSTON ROUGHNECKS 32, SEATTLE DRAGONS 23 Game Recap Highlights Top Moments Blog XFL Show recap Romero: Grade A: No arguing with Roughnecks results  Kelley: Dragons ‘stay together’ despite loss NY GUARDIANS 30, DALLAS RENEGADES 12 Game Recap Highlights Top Moments Blog XFL Show recap Garcia: Perez passes second test in NY’s first road…

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Alliance of American Football set to launch in 2019

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With its 2020 relaunch , the XFL will not be the only new football league on the horizon. Charlie Ebersol–the son of NBC exec Dick Ebersol, who was Vince MaMahon’s partner during the XFL’s infamous first run– announced via a press release the Alliance of American Football is to debut on February 9, 2019 on CBS. Former NFL general manager Bill Polian was called in to help oversee the league. Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu will be in charge on the player side while J.K. McKay has the same…

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