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After a series of controversial statements and subtle racist remarks, Papa John’s Founder and former CEO, John Schnatter is set to be nixed from the company’s marketing plan.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ “A person inside the company with knowledge of the decision said the decision to remove Schnatter as the marketing face of Papa John’s …
Read More »Ex-NFL Baller Brandon Browner Has Been Charged With Four Felonies, Including Attempted Murder
Former New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks Cornerback, Brandon Browner has been charged with four felonies — including attempted murder — and two misdemeanors after he allegedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend in her Southern California home on Sunday. According to a press release by the La Verne Police Department, the Deputy …
Read More »Trump Lies About the NFL’s Ratings Falling 20 Percent
Trump lied again – but what’s new? Trump claimed the NFL’s rating had been declining but they’ve been doing the exact opposite. On Thursday, Trump visited Great Falls, MT and spoke to an audience of Trump supporters. While mocking the “Me Too” movement and insulting Sen. Elizabeth Warren claims of …
Read More »Jets CEO Says He Will Pay Fines For Players Who Kneel; “I Never Want To Put Restrictions On The Speech Of Our Players”
Jets chairman and CEO, Christopher Johnson, is standing, or kneeling, with his team on their decisions to do what they please during the national anthem. The NFL released a rule stating that if a player wishes to not stand during the National Anthem, then they must wait in the locker …
Read More »The NFL Will Fine Teams If Players Kneel During Anthem: “All League and Team Personnel Shall Stand and Show Respect for the Flag and the Anthem”
-blogged by @theRealAlexisDanielle Two years ago, former 49ers Quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, started a wave of protests against police brutality by kneeling during the national anthem at a football game. Now, as the 2018 season nears its launch, NFL owners have created ruling to dead the action. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Tuesday, league …
Read More »NFL May Allow Teams To Decide Policy For Nation Anthem Protests
The NFL is looking to come to a common ground when it comes to the players’ non-violent protest of police brutality and racial injustices. Instead of forcing players to stand or penalizing players for kneeling, the league is considering allowing teams to make their own decision on the requirement. According …
Read More »Amazon Renews NFL Streaming Deal Worth $130 Million
blogged by: @DexOcean On Thursday, Amazon and the NFL announced a deal that will allow the online company to stream Thursday Night Football games for the next two seasons. According to ESPN.com, the two-year deal is worth roughly $130 million, which means Amazon will be paying about $65 million per …
Read More »NFL Owners Believe Trump Is Trying To Use Race To Divide Players and Fans: “He’s Trying to Destroy Us”
Amid Donald Trump’s unwavering attack on the NFL and its decision to allow players to continue their protests of the police brutality and racial injustices in this country, at least one team owner believes Trump has an ulterior motive. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Bleacher Report’s Mike Freeman discussed Trump’s constant attack on …
Read More »Roger Goodell Sends Letter to NFL Teams, Says He Wants Players to Stand During Anthem
On Tuesday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell wrote a letter to all 32 teams in the league in an effort to “move past” the increased controversy concerning the National Anthem protest. For the last few weeks, tensions have been high after Donald Trump launched an attack on the NFL and its …
Read More »Tom Brady Calls Trump’s Comments “Just Divisive”
After the #NewEnglandPatriots fought to a 36-33 victory over the #HoustonTexans, Tom Brady was unwilling to dive into politics during the media query. Brady didn’t want to mix politics with his admiration for his teammates. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ However, Monday morning, Brady was willing to talk about 45’s “son of bitches” comments, …
Read More »Trump Calls For NFL to “Fire or Suspend” Players Who Kneel During National Anthem
After Donald Trump launched an attack on NFL players who peacefully protest during the national anthem, he continued Sunday morning encouraging an NFL protest. Despite the fact that many were protesting the league because of Colin Kaepernick’s unemployment, Trump suggested that fans should boycott if players continue to disrespect the …
Read More »Donald Trump Challenges NFL Owners to Fire Players Who Kneel, ‘Get That Son of a B*tch Off the Field’
On Friday night, Donald Trump used his platform to launch an attack on NFL players who have kneeled in protest of racial injustices in the country. Despite the fact that Trump, himself, declined to fight for our country during the Vietnam War, the celebrity-in-chief challenged NFL owners to fire anyone …
Read More »NFL Files Appeal of Ezekiel Elliott’s Preliminary Injunction
The NFL is determined to punish EzekielElliott for his alleged involvement in a 2016 domestic violence incident. After implementing a 6-game suspension and subsequently having its decision blocked by a federal judge, the NFL has filed an appeal of the judge’s decision. With an appeal, the league can attempt …
Read More »Ezekiel Elliott Loses Six-Game Suspension Appeal; NFL Will Allow Him to Play Week One
As Texas reclaims a sense of normalcy and prepares for football season, one set of fans will not be seeing their prized running back on the field for at least six games if the NFL has anything to do with it. Ezekiel Elliott appealed his six-game suspension in relation to …
Read More »Maryland School Bans Students From Wearing Redskins Gear
Green Acres School in North Bethesda (Maryland) has told students to leave their #Washington #Redskins apparel at home when football season starts. The school’s head, Neal Brown, requested in a letter that parents not send their children to the private school with the team’s apparel or logo. The …
Read More »Kaepernick Rally Draws Massive Crowd At NFL Headquarters
Hundreds of protestors gathered outside of the NFL’s headquarters in New York City on Wednesday night to show their support for former San Francisco 49ers QB, Colin Kaepernick. Kaepernick, who lead his team to the Super Bowl in 2013, drew criticism last year for kneeling during the national anthem in …
Read More »Marshawn Lynch Sits During National Anthem At Preseason Game, Raiders Coach Says “It’s Not An Issue For Me”
As fans and sports analysts continue to debate over the alleged blackballing of #ColinKaepernick for his stance against police brutality, recent retiree #MarshawnLynch made headlines in his return to the league. Prior to the team’s preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday, Lynch sat on an orange cooler …
Read More »Seahawks’ Michael Bennett Vows to Donate His Endorsement Money to Charities That Help Minorities
– blogged by @LoveRubyWoo Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett has consistently been one of the most outspoken players in the NFL when it comes to protesting racial inequalities and promoting social justice. To prove that he’s not all talk, Bennett is taking action and putting his money where his mouth is. The …
Read More »New Orleans Saints’ Mark Ingram & Teammates Turned Away from London Nightclub for Being “Too Urban”
– blogged by @LoveRubyWoo People can get turned away from the club for a number of reasons, including not following the dress code, being too drunk, or acting up in line. Unfortunately, more often than not, the way a person looks is the determining factor in whether or not they are allowed …
Read More »Emmanuel Sanders’ Wife Puts Him on Blast for Cheating on Her and Lying to the Broncos
– blogged by @LoveRubyWoo Gabriella Sanders, the estranged wife of Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, is furious with her soon-to-be ex-husband. And according to her side of the story, she has plenty of reason to be. Gabriella filed for divorce from Sanders back in October, though the reason for their breakup was …
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