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In the second high-profile instance of professional athletes making political statements in support of the protests occurring in St. Louis, Missouri, and New York City, Chicago Bulls star guard Derrick Rose etched his position on the side of support for late New Yorker Eric Garner by wearing a shirt that read "I Can't Breathe" during warm-ups before Saturday, Dec. 6's game against the Golden State Warriors. Garner died in July in a police chokehold while he was being arrested. A grand jury decided not to indict the police officer in the incident, inspiring protests around the country that echo those for Michael Brown, the 18-year-old young black man who was killed by a police officer this summer in Ferguson, Missouri. "I Can't Breathe" alludes to Garner's last words, which were captured on video. ESPN reported that earlier this week NBA legend Magic Johnson said athletes need to participate in social movements. Read More »
Michael Sam -- the first openly gay player to be drafted to the NFL -- has refuted claims and "headlines" saying that the defensive linesman is being kept out of the NFL because of his sexuality. After being drafted in the seventh round by the St Louis Rams in this year's NFL draft, Sam was dropped by the Rams and then by Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys, but he says that he is looking forward to a chance to prove he belongs in the NFL. Read More »
St Louis Rams tight end Jared Cook would "absolutely" repeat the 'Hands Up Don't Shoot' pre-game stance he and four other Rams teammates took in support of the family and friends of slain Ferguson teen Michael Brown, even if he's receiving online threats for his actions. Read More »
Former Chicago Bears coach and current ESPN TV personality Mike Ditka has taken a hardline stance against St. Louis Rams players who showed their solidarity with the family and friends of Ferguson police shooting victim Michael Brown with a "Hands Up, Don't Shoot" stance before their game against the Oakland Raiders Sunday, Nov. 30. The players — Stedman Bailey, Tavon Austin, Jared Cook, Chris Givens and Kenny Britt — all came out of the St. Louis tunnel before their Oakland game with their hands up in the "Hands Up, Don't Shoot" protest gesture. Elderly white man Ditka, however, doesn't think they should have. Saying that the Rams players should be "embarrassed" for their political stance — presumably against innocent people being shot by those charged to serve and protect them — the former NFL coach doesn't "want to hear about this hands-up crap" and adds that Ferguson Police Officer Darren Wilson's "life is ruined." Mike Ditka on Ferguson. http://t.co/59tjB5PPLU pic.twitter.com/Ee2T2VW7Ca — Sun-Times Sports (@suntimes_sports) December 2, 2014 Read More »
The current Ferguson protests - which began as a result of the "no indictment" decision against former Officer Darren Wilson surrounding the murder of unarmed teen Michael Brown - have caused quite a bit of stir in the news these days, especially after a number of St. Louis Rams players sported the "Hands Up, Don't Shoot" gesture during one of their games. And following the St. Louis police asking the NFL the apology for the gesture (in which the Rams' coach basically told them to screw off), there's been much discussion about "black-on-black" crime, something The Daily Show with Jon Stewart easily picked up on. To further the discussion, the Comedy Central hit brought in their Senior Black Correspondent, Larry Wilmore, who will replace Stephen Colbert with The Nightly Show when The Colbert Report ends. Read More »
Earlier in the weekend a University of Arkansas player celebrated a touchdown with a silent protest by raising both hands and staring into a row of cameras. But his actions garnered much less attention and controversy than the Rams' did. Read More »
One year ago Josh Gordon looked like becoming the greatest WR the NFL had ever seen, yet he's spent the majority of this season working at a car dealership. However, he's handed over the car keys, and once again, he's legally picked up the football again. As he looks to restore his credibility after his drugs ban, his boss has praised him for his work ethic, stating that he believes he has a future in the car business. However, for Josh, it's back to the Cleveland Browns, but can wonder, will he throw it away for good, and if so will he change his career path? Read More »
Both brothers Peyton Manning and Eli Manning had nights they won't want to remember in a hurry, but could they both walk away from the NFL, or just their teams after this season? The stars have helped the Denver Broncos and the New York Giants for a long, long time, but reports have suggested that Peyton's ready to retire, while Eli is ready to seek a new team. What should the (currently) miserable Manning brothers do? Read More »
The NFL have revealed their sensational plans to 'attempt' to bring American Football back to Los Angeles, and possibly London. Just days ahead of the Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons Wembley Stadium, London, game, the NFL are looking in to making many changes. They are starting a survey on the L.A. market to see if they can bring the city their first football team in more than two decades. Will the Oakland Raiders, San Diego Chargers or St. Louis Rams, who just beat defending Super Bowl champions the Seattle Seahawks, make way for possible London and L.A. teams, or will their be two new teams? Read More »
The San Francisco 49ers vs. the St. Louis Rams battle it out on the turf at Edward Jones Dome in Missouri on Monday, October 13 at 8:30 p.m. E.T. to wrap-up Week 6 of the 2014 NFL regular season. Read on to see where fans can watch and listen to a live stream of the Monday night football game online and catch up-to-date feeds and coverage on highlight plays and scores. Read More »
Two of the best wide receivers in the entire NFL were facing long, difficult drugs bans. Both have pleaded their innocence, but it appeared they would face the consequences of their alleged actions. However, a massive u-turn from the NFL, and a huge piece of luck might help Wes Welker, of the Denver Broncos, and Josh Gordon, of the Cleveland Browns return a lot sooner than expected. The NFL and the Players Association are reviewing their drug policy, and it's believed their suspensions could be reduced to reflect any new rules they decide to implement. Read More »
Is Wes Welker's career over? Read More »
When Ross Tucker, media personality of NBC Sports Network, spoke on Twitter wondering why Michael Sam hasn't been signed to the St. Louis Rams. Buffalo Bill's center Eric Wood lambasts everyone involved, including ESPN, for the star NFL player not being signed. Read More »
