Showing posts with label American Football. Show all posts
Showing posts with label American Football. Show all posts
Sunday, 4 October 2026
Monday, 28 September 2026
RAMS PLAYER FACING NFL PUNISHMENT AFTER 'SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL '
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| AP Photo/Kyusung Gong |
The Los Angeles Rams fell to 1-2 with their loss to the Denver Broncos on “Sunday Night Football” in Week 3, and the NFL could make things even worse for Quentin Lake.
The versatile defensive back who plays the “star” position–a safety in the nickelback spot– for the Rams committed one of the various fineable offenses during the potentially costly 30-26 interconference defeat.
It happened during the third quarter, with the Rams up 16-0 on the Broncos.
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix completed a pass to wide receiver Courtland Sutton. Braden Fiske made the tackle, but only after Lake got a hold of Sutton’s facemask in his attempt.
Officials flagged Lake for the infraction during the game, which gifted the Broncos an additional 15 yards on top of the 9 yards Sutton gained on the reception. The drive ended with a Broncos touchdown and two-point conversion.
NFL Could Come After Quentin Lake Following Rams Loss
In addition to the in-game punishment, Lake could face additional measures from the NFL following his actions in the Rams’ loss.
Per the NFL, fines for face mask calls can cost players as much as $11,941 on first-time infractions and $17,911 after that. This would be Lake’s first infraction of the 2026 season, so he would likely face an amount equal to or lesser than the standard amount.
That is, if the NFL fines him at all.
The league levies fines at its discretion. That is why fines often come in at different amounts than what is posted. The league also often abstains from taking any sort of financial action.
It is also why they routinely fine players over infractions that were not called during contests. That means that there could be several other infractions from this contest that draw additional scrutiny when the league does its weekly review.
If Lake is fined, he will be the third Rams player to be docked this regular season.
He would join Nate Landman (illegal use of the helmet) and Tyler Davis (hit on a quarterback/blow to the head or neck area). The NFL fined both of them after Week 1.
A fourth player, outside linebacker Darryl Peterson, was fined following the Rams’ preseason opener. The hit to his bank account would sting. Lake and the Rams are surely lamenting their missed opportunities in the loss to the Broncos even more.
Rams Sean McVay Goes After Refs Following Polarizing Call
The cost of his facemask was apparent in real-time. But Lake also had an illegal hands to the face call in the fourth. That one got Rams head coach Sean McVay fired up at the officials.
Downtown Rams host Jake Oliver Ellenbogen posted, “Okay I think Quentin Lake penalty is even worse. That made it feel like a screw-job. Disagree with the INT call but bailing out Denver with the INT and the 4th and goal at the 5? Egregious.”
Not everyone was absolving Lake, though.
“Another flag on the Rams. Unreal,” the California Post’s Michael J. Duarte posted on X. “This one is on Quentin Lake and these penalties are handing the Broncos the game.”
- Josh Buckhalter
Thursday, 24 September 2026
HARRY KANE EYES CAREER AS NFL KICKER AFTER FOOTBALL RETIREMENT
England’s captain and record goal scorer says a transition into American football could be on the cards.
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| England and Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane is the designated penalty taker for both club and country [File: Matthias Schrader/AP Photo] |
England captain Harry Kane says he is considering a future as an American football kicker later in his career, with the country’s leading goal scorer also eyeing a late move to Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States..
Kane hinted at a late career in the National Football League (NFL) while speaking at England’s UEFA Nations League training camp on Wednesday.
Kane had previously expressed his interest in pursuing careers in golf and American football. Now the 33-year-old is giving more serious thought to a future in the NFL, though he stressed any potential move to the US is still several years away.
“That is something I will try and look at a bit more seriously,” Kane said. “It all depends on what happens in my career over the next five or six years. The NFL is a lot more realistic than the golf one, let’s put it that way.”
He is England’s leading goal scorer in international football with 85 in 121 appearances, 25 of which came from successful penalty conversions.
The Bayern Munich striker said his penalty-taking experience could give him a head start as an NFL kicker, though switching sports would require serious preparation.
He said, “I take penalties and it is a very similar pressure and technique … In terms of training, I would be closer to that more than any other sport.
“But, with all elite sports, when you watch it on TV, people make it look easy; you think it is possible, but that is not always the case.
“If I was to do it, it is something I would take seriously. I would take maybe six months to a year of trying to practise beforehand.”
Kane also suggested a move to MLS could provide a way to combine the two sports.
“Maybe if I am in the MLS in the future or somewhere like that it might be a thing where you could connect the two maybe with the seasons,” he said.
Some other football players have earlier made the switch. Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey was a first-round MLS draft pick by Toronto FC in 2017 but never made an official appearance for the first team. Jake Bates also played college football before becoming a kicker for the Detroit Lions.
Kane’s immediate future, however, remains in football, with talks over a new contract at Bundesliga champions Bayern progressing and an announcement expected soon.
“We’re in good talks,” Kane said. “There’s still some things that we need to iron out. I’m happy there. I think it won’t be too long before there’s some sort of announcement.”
- Reuters
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
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Sunday, 6 September 2026
Saturday, 8 August 2026
DREW BREES SURROUNDED BY NEW ORLEANS SAINTS ROYALTY BEEFORE HIS PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY
"He deserves to be in, he deserves to be first ballot. He's the greatest Saint ever"
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| Saints legend Drew Brees arrived in Canton on Thursday, August 6 and attended several fan and media events, ending with an appearance at the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. AP Photo/New Orleans Saints |
Canton, Ohio – If it takes a Pro Football Hall of Famer to know a Pro Football Hall of Famer, then Drew Brees was in perfect company Friday morning.
Brees, who will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Saturday, was joined Friday morning by Rickey Jackson (Class of 2010, Saints player from 1981-93), Willie Roaf (Class of 2012, Saint from 1993-2001) and Morten Andersen (Class of 2017, Saint from 1982-94), while Brees made a promotional visit and worked a shift at Raising Cane's in Canton, Ohio.
"It was just a matter of time," Jackson said. "You know that he was going in. (Defensive end) Cam Jordan probably is the next one and hopefully, (Jahri Evans) makes it. I like to see Saints guys get in."
"The end of a great career," Roaf said. "The way he conducted himself on and off the field and the person he is – you know it was coming, it was just a matter of when he was going to lace the cleats up and finish his career."
"Drew's awesome," Andersen said. "Twenty years, 15 years with the Saints, Super Bowl, (Hurricane) Katrina – you can go on and on and on. What he was able to do with (Coach) Sean Payton and all the rest of the guys was a catalyst for excellence in New Orleans. He deserves to be in, he deserves to be first ballot. He's the greatest Saint ever."
Brees, the first Saint to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, has been in the midst of a whirlwind week in Canton, with little time to stop and savor the moment.
"(The Hall of Famers) warned me, they said it's going to be a blur," Brees said. "They said come back next year, you and your wife, and just sit and watch and go, 'Oh, these are all the things we missed.' You're in the fray. Just trying to take it all in. And honestly, every moment, I think it becomes a little bit more real.
"One of the things (Thursday) night was we did a toast with all the Hall of Famers in the bust gallery. So here you are, looking at all of the busts and then all of a sudden you're clinking glasses with Lawrence Taylor (Class of 1999) and it's like, 'Whoa. That just happened.' Willie Lanier (Class of 1986) is toasting you. It's pretty special."
It was one of many that has been special for Brees, when he has had time to exhale. The exclamation mark comes Saturday, during an induction speech that is supposed to last 10 to 12 minutes, but that Brees said likely will run past that mark. The ESPN/NFL Network broadcast starts at 11 a.m. central with Brees scheduled to be the last of the five players being inducted to deliver his speech.
"I've cried no less than 50 times writing the speech," Brees said. "Driving in my car – tears. Working out in the weight room – tears. On the plane the other day – tears. I've tried to put myself in the moment and just visualize their faces as I'm writing the things that I want to say about them and, yeah, I get super emotional about it.
"I'm trying to get it all out of the way so that it can be a nice, smooth speech, and not making anybody too uncomfortable. But that just comes with it."
SHOULDER NEWS: Brees said he likely will need shoulder replacement in the future. His right (throwing) shoulder required extensive repairs in 2006, following an injury in his final game with the San Diego Chargers. He joined the Saints as a free agent that year and played 15 more seasons while building his Hall of Fame resume, but said that Dr. James Andrews, the orthopedic surgeon who performed the surgery, advised him to "wear out the tires as much as you can, but know that you're on a fast track to a degenerative shoulder after this," Brees said.
"I'll probably have to get a shoulder replacement at some point. But I'm hanging on as long as I can."
- John DeShazier
Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Monday, 3 August 2026
EX-EAGLES SUPER BOWL CHAMPION LANDS WITH NFC NORTH TEAM
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| Getty |
With plenty of time for NFL teams to examine players to add to their teams, the Philadelphia Eagles have watched one of their former players land on his feet.
ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that the Detroit Lions have signed tight end Nick Muse and released wide receiver Tarik Black. The Lions signed Black just over a month ago.
Nick Muse’s Time With Philadelphia Eagles
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| Minnesota Vikings tight end Nick Muse (left) and former teammate Abram Smith (right). |
While Muse will be remembered more for his three seasons with the Vikings, he also played with the Eagles. He signed with the Eagles’ practice squad less than a month before the team defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX in 2025.
Last year, Muse went into training camp with the Eagles hoping to earn a spot on the 53-man roster. In three preseason games, he had two receptions for 13 yards. He ultimately did not make the team.
There was too much competition at the tight end position with Dallas Goedert and Grant Calcaterra taking the top spots. Cameron Latu ended up being a tight end no one saw coming, taking a spot on the team after his performance on special teams.
Muse would go on to join the Arizona Cardinals‘ practice squad in October before getting released. He then spent most of November and the beginning of December with the Los Angeles Rams‘ practice squad. Muse would finish up on the New York Jets‘ practice squad.
Eagles Pressing Forward With Second Week of Training Camp
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick SirianniThe Eagles had a nice short run with Muse on the team as a depth player, but they are pressing forward. They have plenty of tight end questions to answer themselves at training camp.
So far, Dallas Goedert and Johnny Mundt have been taking the top two spots on the depth chart. Rookie second-round pick Eli Stowers isn’t getting many looks, leaving many to wonder what is going on.
Philly has plenty of other top storylines in training camp entering the second week. They have to get the offense addressed after a slow start. The Eagles’ defense, though, is playing lights out, with great pressure from the defensive line.
Things seem to be trending in a good direction for the Eagles so far, with some improvements needed. It will all start with quarterback Jalen Hurts and his receivers. Once they can all get on track, then the offensive line will need to start showing some improvement.
Nothing needs to really change on defense, as they need to continue getting pressure up front. They would like to have Jonathan Greenard back from injury, but that remains to be seen on when he will be back in training camp.
The Eagles would like to get off to a fast start in the second week of training camp, as that will be a storyline to watch.
- Anthony Miller
Tuesday, 10 March 2026
INDOOR FOOTBALL'S JORDAN JONES FATALLY SHOT AT BAR ... Tried to Break Up Fight
Indoor football player and college standout Jordan Jones tragically lost his life over the weekend in Georgia ... after he was shot outside of a bar while trying to break up a fight. He was only 28.
The Acworth Police Department said officers were dispatched to Saddle Bar for a shooting around 2:42 AM on Saturday. When they arrived, they found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound and rendered aid.
He later succumbed to his injuries at Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, GA.
APD's investigation revealed the victim was Jones, who was working as a security guard at the bar.
Law enforcement said Jones broke up a fight involving Daniel Di Vonne Parsons, who then retrieved a firearm and shot him.
"This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and no additional details are available at this time," APD said.
Parsons, 25, was arrested and charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, and aggravated battery.
Jones' football journey began at Mountain View High School and the University of West Alabama, where he recorded 211 total tackles, 17 sacks, five forced fumbles, and one interception.
He later competed in the Indoor Football League with the Tulsa Oilers and San Antonio Gunslingers. Jones was set to play this season with the pro Arena Football One League's Michigan Arsenal.
"A talented player and respected competitor, Jordan left a lasting mark on the league and those who had the privilege of knowing him," the IFL said in a statement.
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and teammates."
RIP
- TMZ Sports
Sunday, 22 February 2026
RONDALE MOORE FOUND DEAD AT HOME
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at his home on Sunday.
Police in Moore's hometown of New Albany, Indiana were called to a property on Saturday night, when the 25-year-old was found in a garage.
The American was transferred to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
A post-mortem examination will take place on Sunday.
Monday, 9 February 2026
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS ARE YOUR SUPER BOWL LX CHAMPIONS
A decade after a heartbreak at the goal line, Seattle claims its second Lombardi Trophy with a 29–13 victory.
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| Chris Graythen/Getty Images |
Summary
- The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29–13 in Super Bowl LX, securing the franchise’s second championship
- Kicker Jason Myers tied a Super Bowl record with five field goals, while the defense forced multiple turnovers from Patriots QB Drake Maye
- The victory serves as a narrative redemption for the team’s 2015 loss to New England and caps a comeback season for quarterback Sam Darnold
11 years after one of the most painful losses in sports history, the Seattle Seahawks have finally flipped the script. On Sunday night at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Seattle defeated the New England Patriots 29–13 to win Super Bowl LX, earning the second title in franchise history. In a game billed as a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX—famous for the Malcolm Butler interception—the Seahawks relied on a suffocating defense and the steady leg of kicker Jason Myers to deny New England a league-leading seventh championship. The victory also completes an improbable redemption arc for quarterback Sam Darnold, who hoisted the Lombardi Trophy after revitalizing his career in the Pacific Northwest.
For much of the evening, the game was a defensive grind that saw the Patriots shut out for three quarters—a drought not seen in the Super Bowl since the 1973 Minnesota Vikings. Seattle’s offense, while struggling to find the end zone early, capitalized on field position. Jason Myers became the game’s unlikely MVP candidate, converting five field goals—including a 41-yarder—to tie a Super Bowl record and give Seattle a commanding 15-0 lead heading into the final frame. The Patriots’ rookie sensation Drake Maye struggled under the bright lights, facing constant pressure and suffering five sacks.
The game broke open in the fourth quarter when Seattle’s defense turned pressure into points. Cornerback Devon Witherspoon blitzed Maye, forcing a fumble that linebacker Uchenna Nwosu scooped up and returned 45 yards for a touchdown, effectively sealing the game. While Patriots quarterback Drake Maye managed late touchdown passes to Mack Hollins and Rhamondre Stevenson to narrow the deficit, the hole was too deep to climb out of. Seattle’s tight end AJ Barner also contributed the game’s first touchdown, catching a 16-yard strike from Darnold following another Patriots turnover.
Beyond the gridiron action, the night was historic for its cultural milestones. Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny headlined the Apple Music Halftime Show, becoming the first artist to perform a primarily Spanish-language set at the event. Bringing a “huge party” atmosphere to the field with guests Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, the performance celebrated Latin culture amidst the high-stakes athletics. The Seattle Seahawks will return to the Pacific Northwest for a victory parade scheduled later this week, while the NFL offseason officially begins.
- Joyce Li
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