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The much-awaited matchup between the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks that’s filled to the brim with storylines. There was no bigger narrative, however, than Russell Wilson’s homecoming in Lumen Field. And the payoff for the drama was immense, as Geno Smith, Wilson’s backup in Seattle, led the Seahawks to a gritty 17-16 victory while Wilson […]

Ex-NFL player Junior Galette filed a lawsuit against the NFL, NFL PA, Roger Goodell, and a handful of franchises across the league on Tuesday. According to Pro Football Talk, Galette is seeking $300 million in damages after alleging that he was blackballed by NFL owners after raising concerns about being discriminated against racially during his […]

After news broke Thursday morning that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was suspended for 11 games, reactions ran rampant online. Roger Goodell and the NFL agreed to a settlement with the NFLPA, allowing Watson to play the final six games of this season. It’s possible that no reaction was more visceral, sad and on point […]

The focus of every NFL fan has shifted to former New Jersey Attorney General Peter C. Harvey, the man appointed by commissioner Roger Goodell to be the designee in the league’s appeal of the six-game suspension for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. Goodell has made it clear that he wants Watson’s suspension to “significantly increase”, […]

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is having quite a busy offseason, with the league dealing with controversies. That includes the allegations of the Miami Dolphins purposely losing games, with owner Stephen Ross said to have tried to influence the team to tank in 2019 for a better chance of landing a higher pick in the ensuing […]

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell finally breaks his silence on the Deshaun Watson case and their decision to appeal the suspension of the Cleveland Browns QB. Watson has been handed a six-game suspension over the multiple counts of indecent and sexual assault filed against him. However, the NFL has since appealed the ruling as they search […]

The NFLPA has reportedly submitted their written response to the NFL’s appeal of Deshaun Watson’s suspension, according to Pro Football Network’s Aaron Wilson. The response was due by midnight, Friday night. This comes two days after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell decided to appeal the six-game suspension levied by former federal Judge Sue L. Robinson. NFLPA […]

Judge Sue Robinson, acting in a non-legal advisory role, ruled that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson should be suspended for six games in the 2022 NFL season. That left fans around the world and apparently the NFL itself shaking their heads. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell however has the power to appeal and choose who will […]

The NFL’s situation with Deshaun Watson remains ongoing as the league works out its disciplinary measures for the Cleveland Browns quarterback. Tony Buzbee, the Houston lawyer who represents many of Watson’s accusers, is fed up with how the league is handling it. Buzbee held a press conference following the announcement of Watson’s six-game suspension and […]

The Deshaun Watson hearing took an interesting twist when the NFL filed its appeal on the six-game suspension recommended by Judge Sue Robinson. Commissioner Roger Goodell and the league are reportedly seeking at least a year’s suspension for Watson. As they mull over the possibilities and how to move forward, the attorney representing the women […]

Deshaun Watson’s six-game suspension has been officially appealed by the NFL. The Cleveland Browns’ new quarterback was expected to miss time this season but commissioner Roger Goodell and the league are seeking harsher punishment for Watson. The NFL is hoping to secure an indefinite ban lasting at least the 2022 season and a fine against […]

The NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell have dropped the hammer on the Miami Dolphins and their owner Stephen Ross after completing their investigation into tampering charges levied against the team. The Dolphins will forfeit their first-round pick in 2023 and a third-round pick in 2024, and Ross will be suspended through October 17, 2022. There […]

On Monday, independent arbitrator Judge Sue L. Robinson handed Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson a six-game suspension for violating the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy. However, this saga isn’t necessarily over now that we know the length of the Deshaun Watson suspension. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell can still have his say. After the ruling, the NFL […]

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is still awaiting his punishment from the NFL despite reaching settlements with 20 of his 24 accusers. However, no matter how long he’s reprimanded, Watson is planning to sue the league. Via Charles Robinson: Another note: If Watson ends up incurring the full-year suspension the #NFL is seeking – either […]

Back in 2020 when COVID-19 took the world by storm, companies all across the country and the world were looking for how to cut costs knowing that productivity would come to a halt. That was true in the world of sports as well. It was reported that National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell forfeited his […]

The Dave Portnoy and Roger Goodell feud was once again brought to light during the Washington Commanders’ Daniel Snyder fiasco. Snyder and the Commanders’ organization are under investigation for a number of looming issues. However, it was the Barstool Sports founder and NFL commissioner who stole headlines on Wednesday. Goodell, who was on trail, was […]

Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder didn’t show up to testify at Wednesday’s hearing in front of the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives, which is being conducted as part of the investigation into the organization. Right before the hearing began, however, a Snyder spokesperson released a nasty statement complaining about the proceedings […]

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is testifying in front of the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives on Wednesday as part of the investigation into Daniel Snyder and the Washington Commanders. Goodell released his prepared testimony before the hearing, which can be seen in full on PFT. In the statement, Goodell discusses […]

The Washington Commanders have had a hectic offseason. Usually, this entails new or departing players, contract talks and other football-related events. For Washington, the drama isn’t coming from someone like Carson Wentz or Terry Mclaurin. Rather, the biggest issue originates from Commanders owner Daniel Snyder. Snyder is the focus of an ongoing investigation from last […]

A 23rd woman has now filed a lawsuit against Deshaun Watson, citing inappropriate sexual misconduct. The Cleveland Browns embattled quarterback, Deshaun Watson, has had quite a crazy year and change. Last season, the Houston Texans sat their Pro Bowl quarterback amid numerous claims of sexual assault. During this offseason, the Texans and Browns completed a […]

After more than a year since the allegations made against Deshaun Watson, the issue still remains unresolved. Now with the Cleveland Browns, his situation is expected to gain some more clarity, at least when it comes to the football side of things. In a recent report from Cleveland Plain Dealer‘s Mary Kay Cabot, NFL commissioner […]

The NFL has made a change to the Rooney Rule, as NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport has reported. The update will now require teams to interview an outside, diverse candidate for the team’s quarterback coach job. There has been a change in the Rooney Rule: The QB coach job is now subject to the Rooney Rule. […]

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell joined current and former Buffalo Bills superstars at the Resource Council of Western New York to volunteer and offer support for the community so badly shaken by the tragic events that took place at a Tops Friendly Market last Saturday. "We wanted to make sure people here knew they weren't alone."@NFLCommish […]

The Cleveland Browns and new quarterback Deshaun Watson may not have a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, but that did not stop NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell from speaking about the controversy surrounding the newest signal-caller on Lake Erie. Roger Goodell, on ESPN, on the latest with the Deshaun Watson investigation: “We’re taking it […]

According to the USA TODAY, the NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell are aiming to push the lawsuit spearheaded by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores, along with two other Black coaches, into arbitration or outright dismissal. NFL seeks to push Brian Flores' lawsuit into arbitration. https://t.co/cv7SiDTLtR — USA TODAY Sports (@usatodaysports) April 22, 2022 […]

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll reportedly commanded the room at least for a moment during the NFL annual league meeting. His agenda? Drilling the need to support minority hires. The Seahawks coach may have also ruffled a few feathers in a room filled with some of the NFL’s most influential minds. Via Mike Florio […]

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has made it clear that they will be looking thoroughly on the sexual assault allegations thrown at Deshaun Watson before deciding on any form of punishment for the new Cleveland Browns quarterback. Speaking to the media during the NFL owners meeting on Tuesday, Goodell addressed the Watson situation and sent a […]

Ex-Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores accused several organizations of racial discrimination during the head coach hiring process while also stating that he was allegedly offered money by Dolphins owner Stephen Ross in an effort to persuade him to lose games on purpose. These shocking allegations drew a firm response from Miami, who effectively denied […]

The Denver Broncos are up for sale and last month, Antonio Brown tweeted out that he and Kanye West would be interested in purchasing the team. Well, it appears he wasn’t kidding. AB recently caught up with TMZ Sports and was asked about the idea of buying the Broncos with Ye. His answer? Get NFL […]

Multiple lawsuits have taken the NFL by storm this year. First, ex-Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden made some ill-advised comments that came to light, which resulted in his ousting from the position. Gruden then fired back at the NFL with a lawsuit, alleging that the NFL intended to “destroy his career and reputation.” […]

On Sunday, the Indianapolis Colts formally submitted a proposal asking the NFL to change their overtime rules. The change would require that both teams have at least one possession. If adopted, the rule change would include both regular and postseason, according to NFL reporter Judy Battista. The Colts have submitted a proposal to guarantee each […]

The 2022 NFL Scouting Combine took an unexpected twist when it was announced that 150 players planned to boycott the event due to its “bubble-type” restrictions. On Monday, the NFL announced a major NFL Combine update following the boycotts, as reported by Tom Pelissero. The bubble has burst: The Combine just informed players it has […]

The NFL is planning to partner with the XFL ahead of their return in the 2023 season in order to improve several aspects of their everyday operations. Both leagues released statements on Monday, detailing that player health and safety will be one of the top areas of focus. XFL co-owner Dany Garcia had this to […]

Every year there is excitement at the NFL Scouting Combine. This year, it might be a very different story. It’s been reported by NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport that more than 150 draft prospects are organizing a boycott of all testing, on-field workouts and interviews at the combine next month. Agents representing more than 150 […]

The NFL has faced a ton of turbulence within the past few weeks, both leading up to and shortly following the Super Bowl. There’s the Brian Flores lawsuit. There’s the ongoing investigations on the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Commanders franchises. Then of course there was the shock announcement of Tom Brady’s retirement from football. […]

On Wednesday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell spoke outside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, addressing a range of topics. One of the things he discussed was former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores’ class action lawsuit against the league and its teams. Flores claimed racial discrimination in its hiring practices. He also claimed that Dolphins owner […]

On Wednesday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed the gorilla in the room that is the lack of minority coaches in the league. Goodell acknowledged that the league once again ‘fell short’ with minority hirings for head coach this offseason, as noted by ESPN writer Kevin Seifert. “We believe in diversity,” Goodell said during a news […]

The lawsuit involving former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores sent tidal waves through the NFL. Not only did Flores accuse NFL teams of racial inequality during his head coaching interviews, but he also spoke of alleged tanking that went on during his tenure with the Dolphins. Flores claimed that he was essentially bribed by […]

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met virtually with Rev. Al Sharpton and other civil rights leaders to discuss the Rooney Rule in the wake of Brian Flores’ bombshell lawsuit against the NFL and its teams, which makes a number of allegations about racism in the hiring process around the league. In the meeting, Sharpton called for […]