The New York Giants began their 2024 season in rocky fashion. Their 0-2 stretch leaves them as the worst team in the NFC East and second-last in the entire league, according to ESPN. Most fans attribute this failure to first-string quarterback Daniel Jones, but other critics demand solutions for different […]
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National sports round-up: What you missed week of Sept. 11
Tyreek Hill detained before week one matchup NFL star wide receiver Tyreek Hill was briefly detained last Sunday during a traffic stop on his way to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Hill, 30, was brought to the ground by multiple police officers after being pulled over for speeding. The […]
Mel Tucker unfairly fired before impending court date
Last week, Michigan State University (MSU) handed Head Coach Mel Tucker a letter that outlined reasons for his upcoming termination, and yesterday morning he was officially fired. Tucker, coach of the Spartans since 2020, has been accused of sexual harassment by Brenda Tracy, a rape survivor who talked to the […]
Giants and Jets heading in opposite directions after two weeks
New York’s football teams are back at it again to kick off the 2023 season. Both teams have begun the season with a 1-1 record through the first two weeks, showing a potentially rocky road ahead of them if they hope to make the playoffs in January. In their first […]
Jets and Giants fight for playoff spots as season moves towards end
This past weekend left a lot to be desired for both New York City area football teams. The Giants faced off against the division rival Washington Commanders in a matchup that had major playoff implications. Despite that, the game ended in a tie with the final score being 20-20. The […]
New Football League puts fans in charge
Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore, Wikipedia With the latest NFL season coming to a close thanks to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Super Bowl win, football fans should look to the FCF League to get their continued football fix. Instead of going through a football drought, sports enthusiasts can turn to […]
The NFL needs to be more active in preventing concussions
Photo courtesy of Nathan Rupert, Flickr One of the biggest issues in sports today is concussions. While head injuries occur in other sports, football’s most notable injuries for players are concussions. In the 1950s and 1960s, it was hard for many football players to tell if they were suffering from […]
NFL faces more controversy over new rule
Courtesy of Mike Morbeck, Wikipedia The NFL has found itself at the forefront of truly spectacular controversies over the past few seasons. While Colin Kaepernick protests and the raising of fists transcends the gridiron into the societal responsibility and consciousness of athletes and fans alike, football is also embroiled in […]
NFL Receives Backlash as Helmet Safety is Questioned
Photo courtesy of Erik Drost, Wikipedia One would think that every football-loving parent dreams of the day that they get to watch their child go out onto the football field, with the hope that one day he will live out his dream of ultimately playing for their favorite NFL team. […]
Student: Despite Great Career, Media Shies Away From Manning Scandals in Midst of Retirement
Photo courtesy of Mike Morbeck, Wikipedia This past weekend, one of the most revered, accomplished and admired sports stars of the past half century announced his retirement. The entire sports world paused to congratulate him on his illustrious and record-breaking career, showering him with adulation and respect. News cycles, sports […]