The University of Texas announced a series of changes on Monday, many of which were in response to calls from members of the school’s football team for the university to do more to make the school a welcoming place for black students. The moves included an announcement that they will erect a status of Julius [more] … [Read more...] about University of Texas renaming football field for Earl Campbell, Ricky Williams
Report: Jordan Reed wants to play, has interest
Jordan Reed hasn’t played football since Dec. 9, 2018, but he wants to play again. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the former Washington tight end wants to play this year, and has three teams interested in his services. The 30-year-old Reed missed all of last season with a concussion, and has played just [more] … [Read more...] about Report: Jordan Reed wants to play, has interest
Justin Simmons, Broncos continue to talk about long-term deal
Broncos safety Justin Simmons agreed to sign the franchise tag, but that doesn’t mean the sides have given up on getting him a long-term deal. Simmons’ representation and the Broncos continue to talk to see if they can reach an agreement before Wednesday, James Palmer of NFL Media reports. The four players previously tagged by [more] … [Read more...] about Justin Simmons, Broncos continue to talk about long-term deal
Reports: Cowboys, Dak Prescott aren’t close to a deal
The deadline for franchise-tagged players to sign multi-year contracts with their teams is on Wednesday and that leaves the Cowboys with a couple of days to strike a deal with quarterback Dak Prescott. It doesn’t sound like anyone should be holding their breath for news of such an agreement over the next 48 hours or [more] … [Read more...] about Reports: Cowboys, Dak Prescott aren’t close to a deal
Roger Goodell had key role in getting Daniel Snyder to agree to change team name
Pressure from sponsors like FedEx and Nike got the ball rolling. Within the confines of the NFL, however, one man played a key role in convincing Washington owner Daniel Snyder to finally change his team’s name. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, Commissioner Roger Goodell pushed Snyder “very hard” to make the change. [more] … [Read more...] about Roger Goodell had key role in getting Daniel Snyder to agree to change team name