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After a year away from football, Demaryius Thomas decided to hang up his cleats for good. Thomas announced his retirement with the Denver Broncos in a five-minute speech explaining
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Dallas Cowboys to make third appearance on 'Hard Knocks' news -The Black Chronicle
The Dallas Cowboys will become the first NFL team to be featured for the third time on 'Hard Knocks' in the show's 20th anniversary season, it was announced Friday. HBO… The post Dallas Cowboys to make third appearance on 'Hard Knocks' appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
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California Gov.: Pro Sports Without Fans Possible in June
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Washington Redskins Wide Receiver Cody Latimer Arrested On Assault & Multiple Firearm Charges
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NFL Continues Strong Social Justice Initiative with $250 Million Commitment
The National Football League’s social justice initiative has continued to inspire change in underserved communities, including a $250 million commitment to bring awareness, dialogue, and a renewed direction to the conversation of racial and social
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Deion Sanders: HBCU Recruits Were ‘Neglected’ From NFL Draft
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Pollard, Fritz (1894-1986)
Fredrick Douglas “Fritz” Pollard, born in 1894, was raised in Chicago, Illinois. In high school he was an all-around athlete excelling as a running back, a three-time Cook County track champion, and a talented baseball player. Upon graduation, for a short time, he played football for
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Chiefs' Andy Reid loves Philadelphia: 'There wasn't a cheesesteak there that I didn't like' - Kansas City Chiefs Blog news -The Black Chronicle
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - On Saturday night, Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid could go to Pat's or Geno's or any number of other places in Philadelphia for
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Russell Wilson believes 'humbled' Antonio Brown should get second chance in NFL - TheGrio
The Seattle Seahawks' superstar quarterback Russell Wilson is advocating for wide receiver Antonio Brown to return to the NFL. Currently... View Article The post Russell Wilson believes 'humbled' Antonio Brown should get second chance in NFL appeared first on TheGrio.
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NFL Legend Herschel Walker Wants to Send Americans Who ‘Don’t Want Any Police’ to ‘Countries That Don’t Have Police’
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NFL Starters and LSU Alumni Design Limited-Edition Line of Backpacks
Accessories and outerwear brand, Sprayground, known for pioneering the advancement of the traditional backpack into a global art movement, announced today the release of a limited-edition line of backpacks designed by NFL stars and former LSU teammates Odell Beckham Jr. of the New York
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The body of former NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson was discovered by a housekeeper at around 11:30 a.m., according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO). He was only 38 years old. Jackson, who was a South Tampa resident, checked into the hotel located on Palm River Road on
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Baltimore Ravens' Draft Pick Odafe Oweh Will Use his Nigerian Name in NFL
The Baltimore Ravens' first-round draft pick, Odafe Oweh, will start using his given Nigerian first name when he plays in the NFL.
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OP-ED: NFL’s 2021 Opportunity to Diversify Team Ownership - Milwaukee Community Journal
NNPA NEWSWIRE — I speak not only as a fan of professional football but also as someone who has a direct interest in helping the NFL fulfill its laudable and historic commitment to building a diverse and equitable league for players, coaches, owners and the thousands of others who make professional
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Washington State politician George Fleming was born February 22, 1937, in Dallas, Texas, to parents A.R. and Lilla N. Fleming. He started post secondary education at the University of Washington, Seattle.  While attending the University, Fleming was running back and kicker for the Washington
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Williams, Sidney (1942- )
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‘Defund Police’ Movement Gains Steam As Celebrities And Politicians Sign On
Since the Week of Action began on Monday, various celebrities have signed on to a M4BL letter calling for the police to be defunded, including John Legend, Lizzo, Taraji P. Henson, The Weeknd, Common, Yara Shahidi, Jane Fonda and
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Multiple NFL Teams Reportedly Express Interest In Signing Colin Kaepernick
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