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Robert Griffin III argues the Browns' quarterback decision was driven by Deshaun Watson's $230 million guaranteed contract and ownership influence, while praising Shedeur Sanders' development and suggesting the second-year QB could win the job if Watson struggles.
Robert Griffin III, the 2011 Heisman Trophy winner and 2012 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, was named to Team USA's men's flag football roster—a 24-player group that will attend a training camp before 12 are selected to travel to the Flag Football World Championship in Düsseldorf this August, as flag football eyes a spot in the 2028 Olympics; Griffin hasn’t played in the NFL since 2020 and faces the challenge of mastering a sport quite different from tackle football.
Shaquille O'Neal issued a strong warning to Robert Griffin III to stop criticizing Angel Reese, defending her against online trolls and emphasizing his role as her protector.
Bernice King, daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., publicly responded to Robert Griffin III's comments about WNBA star Angel Reese, urging him to call Reese directly instead of posting about her online. The controversy involves Griffin's claims about Reese's feelings towards Caitlin Clark and accusations of racism, which Reese and her family deny, leading to a heated social media exchange about respect and truth in sports discourse.
Angel Reese responded strongly to Robert Griffin III's claims that she hates Caitlin Clark, calling out the spread of lies and emphasizing her stance against racism, amid ongoing rivalry and media narratives surrounding the players.
ESPN is aggressively pursuing recently retired Eagles center Jason Kelce for a television role, potentially replacing Robert Griffin III on "Monday Night Countdown." Other networks like Amazon, CBS, and NBC are also interested in Kelce. The show's lineup is undergoing changes, with Scott Van Pelt becoming the new host and uncertainties surrounding the roles of Marcus Spears, Ryan Clark, and Larry Fitzgerald. Meanwhile, former NFL coach Bill Belichick and Peyton Manning are also in the mix for potential roles with ESPN.
ESPN is considering adding recently-retired Eagles center Jason Kelce to the Monday Night Countdown pregame show, while former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III's spot is reportedly in jeopardy. Other networks like CBS, NBC, and Amazon are also interested in Kelce. Additionally, Larry Fitzgerald's part-time role on the show is uncertain as his contract has expired and ESPN wants to assess the lineup before making a decision.
Bears GM Ryan Poles responded to Robert Griffin III's suggestion that Caleb Williams should avoid being drafted by the Bears, expressing annoyance and emphasizing the team's commitment to breaking the cycle and building a successful future with quarterback Justin Fields.
Former NFL star Robert Griffin III advises top draft QB Caleb Williams to refuse to play for the Chicago Bears and "pull an Eli Manning," citing concerns about the organization's ability to develop him. Griffin draws parallels to his own experience and suggests that Williams should consider his options carefully. However, Williams has expressed excitement about the prospect of playing for the Bears, and mock drafts indicate a high likelihood of him being selected by the team in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Former NFL star Robert Griffin III suggests that top draft prospect Caleb Williams should refuse to play for the Chicago Bears, drawing parallels to Eli Manning's draft day maneuver in 2004. Griffin points to the Bears' handling of Justin Fields as a cautionary tale, citing his own experience of being put in the wrong situation in the NFL. However, Williams has expressed excitement about the prospect of playing for the Bears, and mock drafts indicate that he is likely to be selected by them in the upcoming NFL Draft.
Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III suggests that top prospect Caleb Williams should follow in Eli Manning's footsteps and refuse to play for the Chicago Bears, who are expected to draft him, in order to secure a trade to a team that he believes will best support his development and success. Griffin points out that Williams has the power to make this decision and should exercise it if he feels Chicago is not the right fit for him. Despite the Bears' recent moves to strengthen their offense, Griffin believes that Williams returning to his hometown team, the Washington Commanders, would be the best option for him.
Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III suggests that potential No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams should refuse to play for the Chicago Bears, citing concerns about the team's ability to develop him and referencing the recent trade of Justin Fields. Griffin believes the Bears should have received more immediate help in return for Fields and questions the organization's direction. However, Williams has expressed excitement about the possibility of joining the Bears or any other team in the upcoming NFL draft.
Xavier Worthy set a new 40-yard-dash record at the NFL Combine with a time of 4.21 seconds, surpassing the previous record held by John Ross. However, comparisons to Usain Bolt are unfounded, as Bolt's effort at a Super Bowl event was not a typical 40-yard-dash and he was retired from professional sprinting at the time. While Worthy's achievement is impressive, it doesn't equate to beating Bolt, who is considered the greatest of all time in sprinting. Additionally, a challenge has been issued to Christian Coleman to run a sub-4 second 40-yard-dash, potentially overshadowing Worthy's record.
ESPN analyst Robert Griffin III praised Taylor Swift for bringing more female viewers to the NFL, suggesting that the league and her boyfriend Travis Kelce have also humanized her through media coverage. Griffin noted a shift in public perception of Swift and commented on the authenticity of her relationship with Kelce.
A bitter feud has erupted between former NFL coach Jay Gruden and quarterback Robert Griffin III on social media, stemming from their time together at Washington. The spat began with Gruden's tweet criticizing the Eagles' offensive strategy, prompting a swift response from Griffin. The exchange escalated with jabs at each other's coaching and playing abilities, and Griffin later revealed a past incident where Gruden publicly criticized him. The feud culminated in Gruden's harsh tweet, which he later deleted, and a bizarre reference to Griffin racing a pigeon.