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sports-college-football1 day ago•6 min saved

SEC pushes back on ex-NFL stars returning to college football as LSU chases talent

SEC presidents called for barring former NFL players who return to college competition, arguing it blurs amateurism and harms competitive equity as LSU pursues NFL-alumni talent; reactions vary from Lane Kiffin’s pragmatic recruiting stance to Ryan Day’s reluctant acceptance and Dan Lanning’s opposition, underscoring broader tensions over college sports eligibility and potential federal action like the Protect College Sports Act.

via NBC Sports|

#college-football #eligibility-rules #lsu

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

OSU Abuse Scandal Expands as NFL Alumni Join Lawsuit

Thirty former Ohio State football players, including NFL alumni, join the Gonzalez v. Ohio State lawsuit over abuse by former team physician Richard Strauss, signaling a broader push for accountability as OSU faces extensive settlements and multiple active suits; the abuse occurred from 1978–1996, with a trial scheduled for October and more players expected to come forward.

via Sports Illustrated|

#dr-richard-strauss #lawsuit #nfl-players

legal3 months ago•4 min saved

OSU abuse case expands as NFL alumni join class-action

Thirty former Ohio State University football players, including NFL alums, joined a class-action alleging the university failed to protect them from campus doctor Richard Strauss; OSU has settled with 317 survivors for more than $61 million, but five Strauss-related lawsuits remain.

via NBC News|

#class-action-lawsuit #legal #nfl-players

sports10 months ago•1 min saved

Players Outraged Over Poor Field Conditions at Acrisure Stadium

Browns guard Joel Bitonio criticized Acrisure Stadium's field as the worst he's played on, calling for NFL and NFLPA action to improve field conditions and ensure player safety, potentially including refusing to play on unsafe surfaces.

via NBC Sports|

#acrisure-stadium #joel-bitonio #nfl-players

sports11 months ago•1 min saved

Cowboys Allow CeeDee Lamb to Join Saudi Flag-Football Tournament

The Dallas Cowboys have permitted wide receiver CeeDee Lamb to participate in a Saudi Arabian flag-football tournament organized by Tom Brady, amid ongoing discussions with other NFL teams about their players' involvement in the event, which the NFL states is not an league initiative.

via NBC Sports|

#ceedee-lamb #nfl-controversy #nfl-players

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

2025 Fantasy Football Sleepers and Top Draft Targets

Evan Silva highlights his top sleeper picks for the 2025 fantasy football season, including Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson, Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten, and Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence, emphasizing their potential based on recent performance, team changes, and draft positions.

via Establish The Run|

#2025-sleepers #draft-strategy #fantasy-football

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Saquon Barkley 'shocked' by Trump sports council invitation, declines participation

Saquon Barkley was surprised to learn his name was mentioned for President Trump's sports council and declined the invitation after consulting with his family, citing a busy schedule. The council aims to promote youth physical fitness through school programs and awards, and includes notable athletes and sports figures.

via New York Post|

#executive-order #nfl-players #saquon-barkley

sports1 year ago•12 min saved

2025 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Top Strategies, Rankings, and Breakout Players

The article discusses overvalued and undervalued NFL players for fantasy football drafts in 2025, highlighting players like Saquon Barkley and Ashton Jeanty, and emphasizing strategic picks based on team performance and player potential.

via NFL.com|

#draft-strategy #fantasy-football #nfl-players

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Lloyd Howell Resigns as NFLPA Executive Amid Controversies

Lloyd Howell has resigned as the NFLPA executive director amid ongoing controversies and internal disagreements, with uncertainty remaining about his interim replacement and future leadership.

via NBC Sports|

#executive-director #leadership-change #lloyd-howell

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Flag Football Star Calls for Olympic Opportunity Amid NFL Inclusion

Team USA's flag football quarterback Darrell Doucette III asserts that they don't need NFL players to win gold at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, emphasizing their experience and skill in the sport, and expressing openness to competition from NFL players who may try out for the team.

via Sports Illustrated|

#darrell-doucette #flag-football #nfl-players

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"NBA All-Star Celebrity Game 2024: Must-See Moments and Full Roster"

Kansas City Chiefs' Mecole Hardman, along with three other NFL players, will participate in the celebrity game at the NBA All-Star Weekend, with coaches Shannon Sharpe and 50 Cent leading the teams. Hardman, who recently caught the game-winning touchdown in Super Bowl LVIII, will showcase his basketball skills in the game airing on ESPN at 6 p.m. Arrowhead Time Friday at Lucas Oil Stadium.

via Arrowhead Pride|

#celebrity-game #espn #mecole-hardman

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Garrett Wilson's Injury Update and Zach Wilson's Improved Accuracy: Insights from the New York Jets"

Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson criticizes the playing surface at MetLife Stadium, calling it "garbage." Despite a new synthetic turf field being installed this offseason, players continue to express dissatisfaction with it. Many players prefer playing on grass, while owners favor turf for its compatibility with revenue-generating events. The increasing vocalization of players' concerns raises the question of whether owners will take action.

via NBC Sports|

#garrett-wilson #metlife-stadium #nfl-players