Connecting the dots on the Sam Darnold trade implies the New York Jets are once again starting over at the quarterback position. General manager Joe Douglas did nothing to debunk that theory on Tuesday while discussing the team’s deal with the Carolina Panthers. “I think that’s a fair assessment based on the decision we made […]
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Football publicists: What do they do? The role of a media adviser explained
Gary Neville once said that a footballer needed a lawyer and an accountant and that is it but the reality for the player or manager of today is that even an agent is not enough. Publicists and media advisers now play a key role in the modern game but what exactly do they do? Firstly, […]
Amon-Ra St Brown exclusive: The trilingual son of Mr Universe, named after an Egyptian god, is coming to the NFL
For most children growing up, a sleepover with friends might entail an all-nighter of video games while snacking on junk food, followed by a recovery lay-in and a breakfast upgrade on cereal prepared by host parents eager to cement five-star reviews from guests upon returning to their own home. Ask friends of Amon-Ra St Brown […]
Glen Kamara: Scottish Football Association must take meaningful action to help combat racism
Glen Kamara has called on Scottish football to take real action during a summit on racism. With the Rangers midfielder on international duty with Finland, his lawyer, Aamer Anwar, represented him during Wednesday’s meeting, which was set up after he was subjected to alleged racist abuse from Slavia Prague player Ondrej Kudela. Kamara has experienced […]
NFL owners expected to approve plans to expand number of regular season games to 17 from next season
The expansion of the NFL regular season to 17 games is expected to be approved by league owners next week. The go-ahead for the addition of an extra game to the schedule would be the first change to the format since the NFL moved from 14 to the current 16 games in 1978. Owners from […]
PSG footballer has been in coma for 39 years after knee operation went wrong
Former Paris Saint-Germain player Jean-Pierre Adams is still in a coma, 39 years after receiving aesthetic prior to a knee operation. Adams' career was going well, he had played more than 120 times for Nice and had spent three seasons at PSG, as well as 22 appearances for the French national side. After spending the […]
T.Y. Hilton: Colts wide receiver agrees one-year deal to stay in Indianapolis
Free agent wide receiver T.Y. Hilton has agreed a one-year, $10m deal to stay with the Indianapolis Colts that includes $8m guaranteed, according to multiple media reports. The 31-year-old has been with the Colts for the best part of a decade after being selected by Indianapolis in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft […]
Man Utd, Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal’s 2011 wonderkids and where they are now
Don’t wait around for updates – sign up for our daily football email newsletter today! Football Manager players will know that searching for a 'Wonderkid' is the first for anyone loading up the game for a first time. The tag is given to any player who is expected – in the game and in real […]
Alistair Kirkwood ends two decades at NFL with legacy of London games, record viewing figures and fan growth
Alistair Kirkwood will step down as managing director of NFL UK on March 31, concluding a two-decade NFL career in which the league has become an established part of the British sporting landscape. Kirkwood joined the league in 2000 and has played a pivotal role in bringing 28 regular-season NFL games to London, achieving a […]
DeVonta Smith’s size won’t impact his success in the NFL, says NFL Draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah
The only flicker of uncertainty surrounding Alabama standout DeVonta Smith remains his size, and while it may have a minor say in where the wide receiver gets selected, NFL Network Draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah has no concerns that it will hinder him upon stepping up to the pros. The 6ft 1in Smith didn’t participate in […]