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NFL Players: ‘Does this New Uniform Make Me Look Fat?’
NFL linemen aren’t as thrilled about the league’s new skintight duds than some of their more svelte teammates.
Monday Night Football: The 14 Best Tweets About the Controversial Packers-Seahawks Call
A Packers player had the third-most retweeted tweet in history amid the social media explosion that ensued after the Seahawks’ wild win. Here are the 14 best tweets that followed the replacement refs’ questionable call.
Monday Night Football, Official NFL Statement: Refs Right in Reception Decision, Blew Pass-Interference Call
While the ball is in the air, Seattle receiver Golden Tate can be seen shoving Green Bay cornerback Sam Shields to the ground. This should have been a penalty for offensive pass interference, which would have ended the game
There’s a Windmill on the Field: Why Pro Sports Are Going Green
According to a new report by the Natural Resources Defense Council, teams are saving millions by switching to green technologies, and educating fans in the process
Old Navy Fumbles NFL T-Shirt
If you care at all about factual integrity on your college and professional sporting fan T-shirts—and Old Navy’s sure betting you don’t—then you might want to fact-check your gear before you purchase from the GAP …
Shannon Eastin Set To Become First Female Referee In NFL History
After years of officiating at the college level, Eastin will break through the NFL’s glass ceiling during Thursday’s Green Bay-San Diego exhibition game.
Deion Sanders Assault Case Gets Crazier
The former football star is now also being charged with assault after his estranged wife’s arrest
The Colts Dump Peyton Manning: Why Everyone Wins
Let’s reflect on Manning’s Indy legacy and get excited for all the intrigue to follow.
Pay for Pain: Why the Bounty Scandal Looks Terrible for the NFL
For three years, the New Orleans Saints offered players cash if they injured another player, according to the NFL. So much for that feel-good Super Bowl tale.
Seriously This Time: Chad Ochocinco Says He Will Change His Name
Everyone’s used to Chad Ochocinco being Chad Ochocinco. But, the New England Patriots wide receiver looks like he’s finally tired of a legally-changed, made-up name.
This summer, the NFL player will reportedly be changing his …
Breaking: Kelly Clarkson Doesn’t Mess Up National Anthem at Super Bowl
All Clarkson had to do was get the words right. That’s how low our expectations are for Super Bowl singers.