Tag: NFL

Thursday Night Football continues to spark controversy

Photo courtesy of Jason Trim, Flickr Since its birth in 2008, Thursday Night Football has sparked controversy across the NFL for several reasons within the game and for broadcasting purposes. Players, coaches and fans have become critical of the scheduled prime-time game in recent memory. Many have also complained about […]

Former NFL Player Aaron Hernandez Commits Suicide

Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Beall, Wikipedia Aaron Hernandez, former tight end for the New England Patriots, was found dead in his jail cell Wednesday morning after hanging himself.  Hernandez was not seen to be on “suicide watch” while serving time at Souza Baranowski Correctional Facility in Shirley, Massachusetts so his […]

Steelers’ Owner Dan Rooney, 84, Passes Away

Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Pittsburgh Steelers’ legendary owner, Dan Rooney, died last week at the age of 84. Rooney was the son of Art Rooney, who founded the Steelers in 1933. He was born on July 20, 1932 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Kathleen and Art Rooney. Rooney’s childhood consisted of […]

Jets Showcase Talents in Offseason Moves

Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Beall, Wikipedia It didn’t take long for the Jets to clear house this offseason, releasing a majority of their core veterans. Brandon Marshall, Nick Mangold, Darrelle Revis and Nick Folk were all released by the Jets. Also no longer a Jet is last year’s starting quarterback […]