Lawyer Michael Avenatti wants a judge to dismiss criminal charges that he extorted Nike, and he is blaming his arrest on what he calls vindictive prosecutors as he releases material his attorneys say support his claims the sportswear company was paying amateur athletes. Avenatti’s attorneys filed
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Michael Avenatti blames arrest on ‘vindictive’ prosecutors
Lawyer Michael Avenatti wants a judge to dismiss criminal charges that he extorted Nike, and he is blaming his arrest on what he calls vindictive prosecutors as he releases material his attorneys say support his claims the sportswear company was paying amateur athletes. Avenatti’s attorneys filed Click here to read the full article…
Veteran backup Jones first QB to sign with XFL
Landry Jones, who started five games for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 2013 to 2017 and spent time last year with Jacksonville, is the first quarterback to sign with the new XFL, the league announced Thursday. Click here to read the full article…
How they got here: Joe Flacco, other NFL stars reflect on their beginnings
We know the stressors that have led to a decrease in youth sports participation. But what about the reasons kids keep playing? We asked NFL players to tell us why they did. Click here to read the full article…
Who’s on third? Yankees accidentally find a star
Gio Urshela has been great since taking over for the injured Miguel Andujar at the hot corner. Click here to read the full article…
Four years after his WD, Furyk flashes his old form
MEDINAH, Ill. – 2015 was one of Jim Furyk’s best years. He captured the RBC Heritage on one of his favorite tracks, Hilton Head. That summer, he was ranked No. 3 in the world; it was his highest ranking in eight years. And with the 2016 Rio Olympics looming, he was one of the four…
From 12 games under to 10 over, Nats lead NL wild-card race
Right now, 19-31 is just a distant memory for the Washington Nationals. What’s more, they’re leading the NL wild-card standings as they head into Friday’s opener of a three-game series against one of the clubs chasing them for a playoff berth: reigning league MVP Christian Yelich and the Click here to read the full article…
Thursday schedule for NASCAR at Bristol
The Truck Series will be busy today with two practices, qualifying and the UNOH 200 race. Click here to read the full article…
NFL preseason Week 2 takeaways: Is Taysom Hill becoming Drew Brees’ heir apparent?
There could be a backup quarterback battle brewing in New Orleans. Here’s a look at all the big takeaways from the second full week of the 2019 NFL preseason. Click here to read the full article…
NFL preseason Week 2 takeaways: Titans QB Marcus Mariota makes strong statement
The Titans had to be pleased with what they saw from the Mariota ahead of a make-or-break season. Here’s a look at all the big takeaways from the second full week of the 2019 NFL preseason. Click here to read the full article…
NFL preseason Week 2 takeaways: Kyler Murray struggles, Dwayne Haskins makes a big throw
The No. 1 overall pick was given a crash course in blitzes and false starts on Thursday, while Washington’s top pick continued to show off a big arm. Click here to read the full article…
Report: DeMarcus Cousins tears ACL
This is such devastating news for the Lakers center. Click here to read the full article…
Play it Forward | Calvin Ridley talks foster care
Calvin Ridley talks about his personal history in foster care, then visits a local Los Angeles foster home for boys and donates a big screen TV and brand new sporting equipment. Click here to read the full article…