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Taraji P. Henson told fans it took some time to lick her emotional wounds after her surprising breakup with the former love of her life, retired NFL star Kelvin Hayden. The Oscar-winning actress told “Entertainment Tonight’s” Kevin Frazier that there were very dark days in her post-engagement period. And it was exacerbated by the onset…

Odell Beckham Jr., the supremely talented and flamboyant star for the NFL’s Cleveland Browns, announced that he is out for the rest of the season after ripping the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. ESPN’s Josina Anderson broke the news of the career-threatening injury that took place on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020. Odell Beckham…

NFL superstar Russell Wilson poured out his heart to his glamorous and beautiful wife Ciara on her 35th birthday on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020. The 31-year-old Seattle Seahawks quarterback made hearts melt across the land as he heaped praise on his wife on his Instagram page. “My Queen. You are everything a man, husband, lover,…

The Atlanta Falcons have shut down all in-person operations at the NFL team’s practice facility after personnel reportedly tested positive for the novel coronavirus. ESPN’s “First Take” morning show and investigative reporter Adam Schefter reported that there were “multiple positive tests” at the facility, however, at press time, no media outlet had revealed specific names…

Raheem Morris has been named as the interim head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, the Falcons announced the firing of head coach Dan Quinn after the team’s 0-5 start to the season, according to ESPN. Morris, who served as the team’s defensive coordinator, will take over a team that has…

NFL quarterback Tyrod Taylor has lost his starting job for the Los Angeles Chargers even though it was the team doctor that accidentally injured him. The Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn announced on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2020, that first-round draft pick and rookie Justin Herbert will remain the starting quarterback for the remainder of the…

Stephon Gilmore, the New England Patriots defensive back and reigning NFL defensive player of the year, tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020. According to the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Gilmore, 30, was immediately entered into the league’s mandatory quarantine protocol and will be out for an indefinite period of time.…

Colin Kaepernick, one of the most controversial athletes of the modern era, will be the subject of an upcoming docuseries on the social media platform Snapchat. Despite the fact that Kaepernick remains unemployed by the National Football League, he continues to get the bag through other ventures, such as his Nike endorsement and now through…

A family feud that started off the NFL field turned into a physical battle on the field on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, when Jalen Ramsey of the Los Angeles Rams came to blows with Golden Tate of the New York Giants. The two have a history together, which centers around Tate’s sister, Breanna Tate. Ramsey…

Former NFL MVP Cam Newton will be sidelined on Oct. 4 after testing positive for the coronavirus. On Oct. 2, the New England Patriots shared that a player tested positive for COVID-19. However, they did not reveal the player’s name. On Oct. 3, the NFL Network reported that Newton was the player and would not…

Jay-Z continues to push for diversity in the NFL. On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, the NFL and Jay-Z’s RocNation announced that Jesse Collins will serve as the executive producer of the Super Bowl’s halftime show, according to Deadline. With Collins serving as executive producer for the 2021 Super Bowl, he will be the first Black…

NFL quarterback Tyrod Taylor had one of his lung’s punctured by the Los Angeles Chargers team medical practitioner, robbing him of his ability to start last Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, and beyond. The doctor, who was not named in reports, was attempting to administer painkilling medication for Taylor’s cracked ribs he suffered in Chargers’ season…

Gale Sayers, universally considered one of the greatest running backs in NFL history and a Chicago Bears legend, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020, after a long battle with dementia. He was 77. Sayers is hailed in Chicago for his humanity and spectacular exploits on the football field. He was so electrifying that he…

NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders has announced he is the new head football coach at Jackson State University in Mississippi. Sanders, 53, who earned the nickname “Prime Time” because he famously delivered during the biggest moments on the football field, said he was divinely inspired to take the position, according to his podcast, “21st…

History was made in the NFL on Sept. 20. For the first time in the league’s history, eight Black quarterbacks faced off against each other. It’s a remarkable feat considering the lack of Black representation at the quarterback position in the past. The matchups included: Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) vs. Deshaun Watson (Houston Texans); Kyle…

The Pittsburgh Steelers decided to make a statement during the first week of the NFL season by honoring Antwon Rose, Jr. In 2018, Rose, 17, made national headlines when he was shot and killed by East Pittsburgh police officer, Michael Rosfeld. The incident occurred during a traffic stop when Rose in a car that was…

Colin Kaepernick continues to be treated like nuclear waste by NFL teams. But his lack of playing time has not impacted his enormous international popularity — and it might be partially fueled by his pariah status among league owners — as evidenced by his ability to make his Nike merchandise fly off the shelves. Again.…

Eric Reid called the NFL “diabolical” for using exiled quarterback Colin Kaepernick in their video to promote social justice. The Pro Bowl-caliber Reid, 28, joined Kaepernick, 32, by kneeling during the playing of the national anthem when both were members of the San Fransisco 49ers in 2016. Reid has steadfastly supported Kaep ever since. Both…

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Colin Kaepernick slammed the NFL during opening day on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, saying its social justice initiatives amounted to nothing more than “propaganda” and are flagrantly hypocritical. How is it possible, Kaepernick questioned on Twitter, that the NFL cares about social justice and racial equality and yet allegedly is blackballing his friend Eric Reid?…

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NFL player Josh Bellamy will be headed to the courthouse instead of the football field this season. The wide receiver who was last signed to the New York Jets was allegedly involved in a (Paycheck Protection Program) PPP loan scam, according to ESPN. Bellamy reportedly received $1.2 million in PPP loans for his company, Drip…