A Texas lawmaker is proposing the day after the Super Bowl be a statewide holiday. It’s estimated that about 17 million Americans catch “Super Bowl Fever” and call in sick to work Monday after Super Bowl Sunday. Texas House Bill 371 was drafted by State Rep. Art Fierro and would make the day after the…… MORE
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Another Dan Marino record hangs in the balance
Two of Hall-of-Fam NFL quarterback Dan Marino’s records were either met or exceeded this weekend. Lamar Jackson finally ended the halftime mark that stained his young career. And matched a 35-year record by Dan Marino in the process >>#Ravens #RavensFlock https://t.co/LtBkyRPvPW — Jeff Kerr (@JeffKerrCBS) November 9, 2020 Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has tied…… MORE
Anthony Mantha re-signs with Detroit Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings are clearly rebuilding but they’re securing their core players. They’ve recently re-signed forward Anthony Mantha to a four-year deal. The contract comes with just a $5.7 million cap hit. Mantha scored 38 points through the 43 games he played in last season with the Red Wings. Do you like this move?… MORE
Titans, Vikings halt team activities after COVID-19 outbreak
The NFL might be staring down its first major COVID-19 outbreak. On Tuesday, the Tennessee Titans halted team activities after three players and five team staffers tested positive or COVID-19. The team already had one player and one coach in the COVID-19 protocol. The team will reportedly be shut down until Satruday, with no players…… MORE
Town of South Park attended Sunday’s game between Broncos and Buccaneers
While the Denver Broncos have brought in many guests to fill their stadium, they brought in some “locals” to fill seats for a face-off with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Based in Colorado, South Park has been home to many characters over the years, including Cartman, Stan, Kyle, and-if alive-Kenny. Along with filling…… MORE
Jim Harbaugh remains one of college football’s biggest advocates for playing this season
Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh doesn’t want to see 2020 wasted for college football. He released a statement yesterday insisting that the season go as planned. Here’s part of his statement, according to a report from ESPN: “I’m not advocating for football this fall because of my passion or our players’ desire to play but…… MORE
The world’s most valuable sports franchises
While the sports world is adjusting to the pandemic, Forbes proves that some teams are as valuable as ever with their list of the world’s most valuable sports franchises. The Dallas Cowboy’s top Forbes‘ list with a $5.5 billion value, edging ahead the number 2 New York Yankees, who are valued at $5 billion. The Knicks are in…… MORE
Buffalo woman’s obituary highlighted her hatred for Tom Brady
A Buffalo woman took one last swipe at Tom Brady. Carole Scarsella passed July 19 and her obit is clear, “She HATED Tom Brady.” The full quote: “She was an avid sports fan. She loved the New York Yankees and Lebron James. She HATED Tom Brady.” And yes, ‘HATED’ is fully capitalized for effect. A peak…… MORE
Poll: Growing number of Americans support NFL protests
When 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick began taking a knee during the national anthem in 2016, a poll showed that only 28 percent of U.S. residents found the form of protest “appropriate.” But times have changed. The results of a new Yahoo/YouGov poll released Thursday reveal 52 percent of Americans are now behind NFL players’ right to protest.…… MORE
Drew Brees receives backlash over comments about kneeling during national anthem
LeBron James and Richard Sherman are among the pack of athletes who have called out Saints quarterback Drew Brees over his comments about players who take a knee during the national anthem. In an interview with Yahoo! Finance on Wednesday, Brees criticized players who stage pre-game protests, saying his grandfather fought to defend the U.S.…… MORE
