Bob Woodruff Foundation: Where billionaires, celebrities, and the NFL go to support vets
When billionaire philanthropists, celebrities, global embassies, and the National Football League want to lend a helping hand to American veterans, they increasingly turn to one source: the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
NFL coach Brian Flores' discrimination case going to court
A federal judge says NFL Coach Brian Flores can let a jury decide the merits of his discrimination claims against the league, the Denver Broncos, the New York Giants and the Houston Texans, but he must pursue his claims against the Miami Dolphins through arbitration.
Former TCU cornerback Jeff Gladney dies at 25 years old, reports say
Former TCU star cornerback Jeff Gladney, a 2020 NFL Draft first-round pick who had recently signed with the Arizona Cardinals, has died in a car crash at 25 years old, as confirmed by his agent, Brian Overstreet, to multiple outlets, including the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
Former Houston Texans star DeAndre Hopkins getting suspended 6 games for violating NFLโs PED policy, multiple reports say
Former Houston Texans star DeAndre Hopkins, now of the Arizona Cardinals, is getting suspended by the NFL for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs, according to multiple reports.
For first time ever, Valentineโs Day will be the day after the Super Bowl. How will this affect your plans?
Many have clamored for years to have the Monday after the Super Bowl be a national holiday so people can recover from parties attended to watch the big game. This might not have been what they had in mind.
How this pioneer made NFL history as the first Mexican Hall of Famer
Throughout the years, the National Football League has worked extensively to grow the game of football in Mexico -- from playing a regular-season game each year in Mexico City, to starting up more youth programs in the country to get kids involved from a young age.
When is Tyrod Taylor coming back? Likely not for a few more weeks, Texans say
In the wake of Davis Mills' not-so-great performance in Sunday's historic Houston Texans loss, head coach David Culley said Monday it still may be a few more weeks before starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor can return to the lineup.
David Culley confirms: Deshaun Watsonโs not playing Thursday
One day after saying โweโll have to seeโ in response to a question regarding Deshaun Watsonโs status heading into the Houston Texansโ next game, head coach David Culley started his Monday press availability by being definitive: Watson will be deactivated this week and will not play in Thursdayโs game against Carolina.
JJ Watt sends thank-you jerseys to Houston sports media
J.J. Watt has shown plenty of love for Houston over the years. This week, even though he is now a member of the Arizona Cardinals, he extended a personalized thank-you to several member of Houstonโs sports media, including KPRC 2โฒs Randy McIlvoy and Vanessa Richardson, for all the years of coverage.
EXCLUSIVE: Sources share copy of NDA that 1 of Deshaun Watsonโs accusers says player sent to her
A portion of the document provided to KPRC 2 by sources is highlighted in this graphic. HOUSTON โ Sources shared with KPRC 2 a non-disclosure agreement that Deshaun Watson sent to one of his accusers on Thursday night. While nothing on the form is filled out, it has the name Deshaun Watson typed in at the top. Maybe you donโt want that extra signed copy circling.โThe woman accuses Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. If that proves true, Wice said a non-disclosure agreement would not hold up.
Contingency plan? Multiple reports say Texans to sign quarterback Tyrod Taylor
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)According to multiple reports, the Houston Texans have reached an agreement to sign quarterback Tyrod Taylor. Taylor spent the last couple of seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers after stints with the Ravens, Bills and Browns. Taylor finished the season with 16 completions on 30 attempts for 208 yards, all from that first game. Tyrod Taylor provides some valuable insurance in the event anything happens to unfold with Houston's QB situation.... https://t.co/tpDMAxaSmQ โ Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2021The #Texans are signing QB Tyrod Taylor to an incentive-laden contract, similar to what Cam Newton and Jameis Winston agreed to in recent days, per source.
JJ Watt joining Arizona Cardinals
HOUSTON โ Former Houston Texans star J.J. Watt is going to the Cardinals, Watt said on Twitter Monday morning. The Cardinals confirmed the information shortly after. We have agreed to terms with J.J. Watt on a two-year contract. โ Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) March 1, 2021Watt shared a photo of himself wearing a Cardinals shirt on his account. Ian Rapoport said on Twitter, โThe #AZCardinals are giving JJ Watt a 2-year deal worth $31M with $23M guaranteed,โ citing a source.
AP Exclusive: MLB suspends political donations after DC riot
The National Football League said it will reconsider its donations but did not commit to suspending them. โWe are re-evaluating our political giving policies through the Gridiron PAC,โ NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy told the AP in a statement Wednesday. Others, like MLB, have postponed political giving to both political parties altogether. The Office of The Commissioner of Major League Baseball Political Action Committee has donated $669,375 to Senate and House candidates since the 2016 election cycle, with 52.4% of that money going to Republican candidates, according to The Center for Responsive Politics. Since the 2016 election cycle, MLB has made contributions to two senators and nine representatives who were among those opposing certification of Biden's victory.
Athletes act: Stars rise up against racial injustice in 2020
The NBA painted โBlack Lives Matterโ on the courts inside their Orlando, Florida, โbubble" and social justice messages were emblazoned on the backs of jerseys. Paul met with NBA players, and they decided awareness wasnโt enough anymore. โBlack Lives Matterโ also was featured prominently on the leagueโs courts. Wallace, the only full-time Black driver at the NASCAR national level, first began speaking out against racial injustice in America in the spring. His car featured a โBlack Lives Matterโ paint scheme.
Supreme Court allows antitrust suit against NFL to proceed
WASHINGTON โ The Supreme Court said Monday an antitrust challenge can go forward to the way the National Football League sells the rights to telecasts of pro football games. The league's 32 teams pool the rights to telecast their games, negotiating packages with the major networks as well as the DirecTV satellite service. A lower court ruled that the NFL's contract with DirecTV may limit competition in violation of federal law. Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote that in rejecting the NFL's appeal at this early stage of the lawsuit, the high court was not necessarily endorsing the claims. If the defendants do not prevail at summary judgment or at trial, they may raise those legal arguments againโ in a new appeal to the Supreme Court, Kavanaugh wrote.
Rev. Al Sharpton Calls Out the NFL: 'Give Colin Kaepernick His Job Back'
Sharpton spoke at George Floyd's funeral on Tuesday, and implored the National Football League to put Colin Kaepernick back in the game. "We, the National Football League, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. And the protests around the country are emblematic of the centuries of silence, inequality and oppression of black players, coaches, fans and staff. We, the NFL, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. RELATED CONTENT:Colin Kaepernick Speaks Out on George Floyd's DeathJoe Biden Praises George Floyd's 'Brave' Daughter in Video MessageCelebrities Attend George Floyd's Houston FuneralAva DuVernay Gets Into Twitter Feud With Megyn Kelly After She Slams Colin Kaepernick
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Admits 'We Were Wrong for Not Listening' Earlier, Encourages Peaceful Protests
Less than 24 hours later, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has done just that, addressing all of the players' concerns in a video statement while encouraging players to peacefully protest injustice. "We, the National Football League, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. We, the NFL, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. #InspireChange pic.twitter.com/ENWQP8A0sv NFL (@NFL) June 5, 2020Goodell closed by pledging his own support to those fighting injustice. And the protests around the country are emblematic of the centuries of silence, inequality and oppression of black players, coaches, fans and staff.
Goodell says NFL was wrong for not listening to players
FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2017, file photo, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell answers questions during a season ticket member fan forum before practice at the Cleveland Browns NFL football team's training camp facility in Berea, Ohio. Commissioner Roger Goodell gave the 32 clubs the go-ahead for limited reopenings as long as state and local municipalities allow them. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak, File)NEW YORK NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league was wrong for not listening to players fighting for racial equality and encourages them to peacefully protest. We, the National Football League, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. Without black players, there would be no National Football League.
NFL players, including Deshaun Watson, push NFL to condemn racism, admit wrong in silencing players, affirm Black Lives Matter
HOUSTON Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson and many other players are asking the NFL to make a stand against police brutality. In a minute-long video released Thursday, players including Patrick Mahomes and Ezekiel Elliott recognized the names of black Americans who were killed by police. The players questioned if it will take one of the players being murdered by police before the league prioritized racial discrimination. How many times do we need to ask you to listen to your players, said Tyrann Mathieu. We embrace that responsibility and are committed to continuing the important work to address these systemic issues together with our players, clubs and partners.
The Latest: Australians draw parallels to inequality in U.S.
(AP Photo/Rick Rycroft)The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:TOP OF THE HOUR: Australians rally, draw parallels to inequality in U.S. Protesters take to New York City streets after curfew, again. Protesters in South Korea condemn what they described as U.S. police brutality toward demonstrators. ___CANBERRA, Australia -- Thousands gathered in Australias capital on Friday to remind citizens that the racial inequality underscored by George Floyds death was not unique to the United States. ___NEW YORK -- Protesters stayed on the streets of New York City after curfew for another day Thursday, spurred by the death of George Floyd. ___WASHINGTON Protests in the nations capital over George Floyds death broke up before dark Thursday as a heavy rain began to fall.
WATCH: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says league was wrong for not listening to players earlier about racism
(CNN) NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Friday the league should have listened to players earlier about racism concerns in a response to NFL players calling on the league to condemn racism and support its black players. "We the National Football League, condemn racism and the systematic oppression of black people," Goodell said. "We, the National Football League, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest," Goodell said. "Without black players there would be no National Football League," Goodell said. We, the National Football League, admit wrong in silencing our players from peacefully protesting.
Nimitz grad Michael Thomas talks homecoming with Texans, Nimitz HS, George Floyd
The former Nimitz High School standout signed with the Houston Texans back in April after spending last season with the New York Giants. In his short time being officially back in Houston, Thomas didn't waste any time reaching out to his community. "I just want to say congratulations to all the 2020 seniors who are graduating from high school," Thomas said during the video. No, this is not the vision you had as freshmen with nerves and scared of what high school would be like. "I always have love for Aldine," Thomas said.