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Oakland Raiders' Antonio Brown files new grievance in helmet issue
Brown reportedly rejoined the Raiders on Monday after the team's general manager, Mike Mayock , told reporters Sunday that it was time for the seven-time Pro Bowl selection "to be all-in or all-out". He's in great shape. "There have been no distractions". Our film is out there for you to watch. "It's not been a distraction to me, at all". My brother is missing one. [Full Article...]
Garoppolo throws INT in frustrating return from ACL surgery
And he got lucky when defensive back De'Vante Bausby dropped a potential pick-six. "Thankfully we have a short week this week so we can bounce back quickly". "As the offense, once we got that first down, you kind of start rolling". The game, itself, has a lot of significance for the Bucs, who will play at home in Week 1 and Week 3 before taking to the road until Week 10 in November (thanks, sch... [Full Article...]
Ronaldo reflects on rape allegations
Ronaldo insisted that they had consensual sex, though Mayorga said that the Juventus star " forced himself on her and penetrated her vaginally and anally while she begged him to stop". He also argues she failed to present sufficient evidence on her claim that she lacked the mental capacity to agree to the terms as a result of her emotional state. [Full Article...]
Raiders WR Antonio Brown Practiced on Tuesday With a Certified Helmet
Then, of course, there's the whole helmet issue. Brown already lost a grievance against the National Football League that sought an exception so he could wear his Schutt Air Advantage , a helmet he has worn throughout his career. Got it all trimmed up. Working with the NFL. Getting the right equipment. "I'm confident he's going to be a heck of a player for us and be ready to roll". [Full Article...]
MLS expansion: Major League Soccer awards new franchise to St. Louis
Louis . Garber showed himself pleased and excited with the announcement and welcomed the latest franchise with open arms. To become the 28th franchise, the team behind the St Louis bid had to pay a $200m (£165m) expansion fee. "But the community, the fans, that recipe is why we're in St. Louis today". The stadium is part of a major development project, which will include mixed-use retail and... [Full Article...]
Roger Federer stunned by up-comer Andrey Rublev at Cincinnati Masters
The Swiss 20-time grand slam champion praised Rublev, who converted three of four break points in his win. Federer was dumped out of the Cincinnati Masters by 21-year-old Andrey Rublev last night. But oh, this last one. Defending champion Novak Djokovic is playing his first tournament after his epic Wimbledon final against Roger Federer , where he returns to Cincinnati as a strong favori... [Full Article...]
Maguire Calls For Social Media Clampdown Over Pogba’s Racist Abuse
The 26-year-old is the third player in a week to be racially abused on social media following a penalty miss. Neville said the most recent outbreak of overt racism on social media shows the problem is "not going away" despite the positive work being done by anti-discrimination groups such as Kick It Out and the football authorities. [Full Article...]
Andrew Luck Will Not Practice This Week
Reich told reporters that full-speed movements and Luck's pain threshold continue to be primary factors as he works his way back. The Colts are expected to make their decision on the starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Los Angeles Chargers following Saturday's preseason matchup with the Chicago Bears . [Full Article...]