One of the criticisms of Dave Gettleman was that he didn’t place much value on loyalty and didn’t re-sign many of the best players in Carolina Panthers history. On interim general manager Marty Hurney’s first day back on the job, it already looks like he’s getting started on correcting that problem. On Thursday, offensive lineman … ∞
Tim Tebow’s promotion in the New York Mets organization at the end of June was odd considering he was really struggling. But he’s since caught fire for the Class A St. Lucie Mets with hits in 11 consecutive games, including a walk-off home run Thursday night. It’s a big statistical turnaround for Tebow and one … ∞
I’m sure you knew this was coming at some point. The NFL, in their infinite knowledge of what people love, has decided to make fidget spinners for every football team. Because really, why not? People love fidget spinners and people love football, and the NFL loves money. These accessories are yet another great way to … ∞
A televised commitment ceremony is a big deal for a high school athlete. When four-star WR Ja’Marr Chase was offered the chance to commit during the NFL Network’s July 3 broadcast of the 7-on-7 championship at The Opening Finals, he delayed his announcement, which he’d set for his grandmother’s July 2 birthday. While that’s a … ∞
Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott was involved in a late-night altercation at a Dallas bar on Sunday, according to Mike Fisher of 103.5 The Fan. A spokesperson for the Dallas Police Department confirmed to ESPN that no arrests were made in connection with the incident and no police report was filed. The victim in … ∞
Calvin Johnson finally shed some more light on his decision to retire in 2016. He told the Italian press on Tuesday that the Detroit Lions’ futility had a lot to do with it. It’s a familiar refrain in Detroit. And the Lions hold the distinction of chasing TWO Hall of Famers out of the game. … ∞
Houston Texans rookie running back D’Onta Foreman was arrested early Sunday morning and charged for possession of marijuana and unlawful carrying of a weapon, according to the Austin American-Statesman’s Brian Davis. Foreman, who attended the University of Texas, was arrested on campus by university police. Please don’t let it be them, don’t let it be … ∞
Four members of the San Francisco 49ers have spent a sizable chunk of their time off this month training with Michael Bennett in Oahu. DeForest Buckner and Arik Armstead, who spent five days training with Bennett last offseason, decided to spend three weeks in Oahu this year and brought Eli Harold and Ronald Blair to … ∞
Saints superfan Jarrius Robertson will be at the ESPYs on Wednesday night to receive the the Jimmy V Perseverance Award to recognize his spirit as he battles a chronic liver disease. But that’s not all the 15-year-old will get the Saints and owners Tom and Gayle Benson will also be donating $25,000 to Jarrius to … ∞
Many kids put together a lemonade stand at some point in their childhood but how many have turned that stand into a successful beverage business with investments from NFL players? That’s exactly what Texas pre-teen Mikaila Ulmer did, taking her grandmother’s lemonade recipe, which uses honey, and turning it into a popular drink sold at … ∞