NFL

Jason Collins becomes first openly gay athlete in the NBA

Jaclyn Brandt — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:25:00 -0700

One player in the world of pro sports takes the step to make the first move by coming out to the world through Sports Illustrated.

Who's next? 42 star wants to play Jimi Hendrix

Krystal Clark — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:04:00 -0700

Is Chadwick Boseman eyeing Jimi Hendrix? The actor's interested in playing the iconic musician in a feature film. After tackling Jackie Robinson's story, this is right up his alley.

Dan Marino admits to fathering child with mistress

Jaclyn Brandt — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:51:00 -0800

The former Miami Dolphins quarterback has long been a fan favorite, but it turns out he has more than the six kids we all knew about.

Sandy Hook kids set to break your heart at the Super Bowl

Meagan Morris — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:28:00 -0800

Some Newtown, Connecticut, children will perform "America the Beautiful" before the Super Bowl on Sunday.

Junior Seau suffered debilitating brain disease

Caroline Goddard — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:01:00 -0800

NFL linebacker Junior Seau suffered from a debilitating brain disease likely caused by taking heavy hits to the head during his 20-year career before he killed himself, researchers have discovered.

Webster TV dad has only days to live

Kristyn Burtt — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:30:00 -0700

The family of former actor and athlete Alex Karras relays the sad news that he is suffering from kidney failure and has only days to live.

Tim Tebow talks about what he's looking for in a girlfriend

Jaclyn Brandt — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0700

Tim Tebow reveals what he's looking for in Ms. Right, and the No. 1 requirement is that she has to live up to his mother. That could be a big task for any woman.

Michael Strahan commutes between Live! and NFL on Fox

Jaclyn Brandt — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 07:43:00 -0700

Michael Strahan may have won the job of a lifetime, but it doesn’t mean he is giving up his past. He is just as dedicated to both shows, whether it means talking about football or wearing tights.

Chad Johnson back on Twitter binge: "Don't feel bad for me"

Michelle Leach — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:09:00 -0700

After taking an uncharacteristic break from Twitter following his arrest for allegedly head-butting ex Evelyn Lozada, football/reality TV star Chad Johnson is back on the social networking site in a big way, lamenting over jobs lost and starting all over again as a 34-year-old free agent.

Junior Seau suicide: No drugs or brain damage found

Meagan Morris — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 05:23:00 -0700

Junior Seau's brain didn't show damage or drug influence in an autopsy conducted after his death.

Mariah Carey and No Doubt kick off 2012 NFL season

Jaclyn Brandt — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:15:00 -0700

NFL is going all out to kick off its 2012 season. The hour-long concert takes place before the Dallas-Giants game on Sept. 5.

Cee Lo Green joins Thursday Night Football

Jaclyn Brandt — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 19:15:00 -0700

The singer has a new project in the works. But this time, he will need the help of a few million fans.

A woman makes NFL history this week

Jaclyn Brandt — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 17:11:00 -0700

Thursday night's Green Bay vs. Chargers game will bring something new -- the first-ever woman official working on an NFL field.

Fifth NFL suicide: O.J. Murdock dead at 25

Kat Robinson — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 16:59:00 -0700

O.J. Murdock committed suicide Monday morning in the parking lot of his high school. The Tennessee Titans wide receiver was scheduled to start training camp on Friday. He never made it.

Sad end for one of Michael Vick's dogs

Meagan Morris — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 13:36:00 -0700

Ellen, one of Michael Vick's former fighting dogs, passed away earlier this week after an illness. Read on to find out how she impacted everyone she met.

Chad Ochocinco heartbroken over stolen Starbucks

Meagan Morris — Thu, 24 May 2012 17:20:00 -0700

Chad Ochocino's just wanted a chill day off on Wednesday. Instead, he was left desperately searching for his Starbucks gold card after it was swiped from his car. Oh, the horrors!

Junior Seau suicide: Did anyone see it coming?

Caroline Goddard — Thu, 03 May 2012 15:00:00 -0700

Junior Seau's shocking death has left family, friends and fans alike reeling. Read on to find out what his devastated mother had to say and if any of his friends saw the alleged suicide coming.

Celebs shocked and saddened by Junior Seau's death

Caroline Goddard — Wed, 02 May 2012 20:51:00 -0700

Junior Seau's shocking and sudden death has left his friends reeling. Read on to find out what his fellow athletes had to say about this football star on Twitter.

Former NFL star Junior Seau commits suicide: Report

Meagan Morris — Wed, 02 May 2012 13:39:00 -0700

Police are reporting that former San Diego Chargers star Junior Seau has died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest. He was 43.

It's official: Madonna performing Super Bowl halftime show

Caroline Goddard — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:35:00 -0800

The rumors have been confirmed: Madonna will perform the halftime show at Super Bowl XLVI On February 5!

Did Terrell Owens try to kill himself?

Meagan Morris — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:34:00 -0700

A 911 tape from earlier this month reveals that NFL receiver Terrell Owens might have tried to take his own life.