In the short time since the unexpected passing of Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris, hardly any details have emerged as to the cause of his death. Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin, who’ll call the Saturday night Raiders-Steelers game along with Rich Eisen, Kurt Warner, and Steve Mariucci, indicated during a Friday appearance [more] … [Read more...] about Michael Irvin says Franco Harris died suddenly
Now that he’s buying the Phoenix Suns, Mat Ishbia won’t pursue the Commanders
Billionaire Mat Ishbia wanted to buy the Denver Broncos. He was expected to pursue the Washington Commanders. Instead, he’ll focus on buying the Phoenix Suns and Mercury of the NBA and WNBA, respectively. Via the Washington Post, a spokesman for Ishbia said that the billionaire “is no longer pursuing the Commanders.” Given that Ishbia has an [more] … [Read more...] about Now that he’s buying the Phoenix Suns, Mat Ishbia won’t pursue the Commanders
Ravens elevate Anthony Brown, Andy Isabella; sign Isaiah Mack to active roster
The Ravens have elevated quarterback Anthony Brown and receiver Andy Isabella from the practice squad as standard elevations for Saturday’s game. Brown will back up Tyler Huntley. It is Brown’s third and final elevation, so the Ravens will have to add him to the 53-player roster next week if they need him to dress. Isabella [more] … [Read more...] about Ravens elevate Anthony Brown, Andy Isabella; sign Isaiah Mack to active roster
Stephon Gilmore fined $15,914 for hit on Justin Jefferson
The Vikings were hopping mad about a hit that Colts cornerback Stephon Gilmore put on wide receiver Justin Jefferson last week, and the league disciplinary process has confirmed that Gilmore crossed the line. Gilmore was fined $15,914 for his hit on Jefferson, in which he launched into Jefferson on a pass over the middle. Vikings [more] … [Read more...] about Stephon Gilmore fined $15,914 for hit on Justin Jefferson
NFL suspends Jets receivers coach Miles Austin for betting on sports other than football
Do as we say, not as we profit from. The NFL, which has embraced a major revenue stream from partnerships with multiple sports books that legally offer sports betting in most states, prevents NFL personnel from wagering on any sports. Jets receivers coach Miles Austin apparently bet on sports other than football. He has now [more] … [Read more...] about NFL suspends Jets receivers coach Miles Austin for betting on sports other than football