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Rutgers DT Eric LeGrand Suffers A Devastating Spinal-Cord Injury
The Star-Ledger is reporting that Rutgers defensive tackle Eric LeGrand has no movement below his neck after suffering a spinal-cord injury on special teams against Army yesterday. Absolutely horrible....

And Now, The Tale Of A Man Who Moved From New England To Cleveland For The Browns
Eric Barr used to get much guff from his Connecticut warehouse pals who just couldn't grasp his amour for the Cleveland Browns. So he left his job — with full benefits — and moved closer to an 11-year-old franchise....

Rick Reilly® Hits Bottom
Click here to watch the guy who once wrote this make jokes about sports-themed license plates....

Miami-FSU Fans Settle Differences With Punches To The Head, Incomprehensible Yelling
Saturday's Miami-Florida State showdown had a lot to offer: FSU getting a "big" win for the first time in a while, for instance. Or a fight in the stands, undoubtedly after someone got a little mouthy. [South Florida Sun-Sentinel]...

Favre Scandal Breaks Through to National Media
Deadspin's exclusive story about Brett Favre has been on fire the past week. The scoop by Gawker.com's sister (brother?) site has attracted more than 1 million readers since it was first published and continues to attract national media attention, including an appearance by Deadspin.com editor-in-...

Everybody Passes Out Now And Then, Says Mavericks GM
Every morning, the fine folks at Sports Radio Interviews sift through the a.m. drive-time chatter to bring you the best interviews with coaches, players, and personalities across the sports landscape. Today: Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson....

Cigar Guy Isn't As Fun, Photoshoppable When He's Not Wearing The Fake 'Stache
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

NYC Already Planning Yankees World Series Parade
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

Teammate: Wayne Rooney Is "Working Class" And "Vulgar"
While most of us can't wait for this international break to be over, Man United's Federico Macheda will be hoping time goes really slowly while he's away with Italy's U21 squad, after making an "ill-advised" comment about his willy-swinging teammate Wayne Rooney....

Your Last Half Of The Rangers-Rays Game Open Thread
This week's SI cover boy, David Price, is currently getting shelled while Cliff Lee continues his absurd streak of playoff dominance. Chat about the rest of the action here....

Dæmon Babies and Fire-Breathing Beasts (and Breasts) Await
Living in NYC can make you feel like you're surrounded by mythological beasts, sci-fi freaks and fantasy faeries. Take a look into the TV mirror tonight for the season premiere of Comedy Central's animated horror-comedy series, Ugly Americans....

Hockey Season? Must Be Time For Absurd Shootout Goals
This one belongs to the AHL's Kaspars Daugavins, controlling the puck with the nose of his blade, before transitioning into an unblockable spin-o-rama. Okay, we're officially ready for Thursday. [via Puck Daddy]...

So, What's Mrs. Tom Brady Doing With This Guy Who Isn't Mr. Tom Brady? (With Update!)
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

The World's Longest Basketball Shot...For Now
At least according to the YouTube Descriptions Book Of World Records. But still, that looks pretty far. Never change, bros with too much time on your hands....

Dads In Ugly Polo Shirts Punch Each Other At Pee Wee Football Game
A lot of men in matching bright polo shirts started a sideline brawl during their sons' Pee Wee football game in Pearland, Texas. One 12-year-old was thrown "12 to 15 feet" by an opposing coach. Video after the jump....

LeBron Says The Backlash Against Him Had "A Race Factor"
LeBron James and Maverick Carter offered that as a partial explanation for the negative publicity he's gotten this summer. I don't think anyone's gone the race route on this yet (besides Jesse Jackson), but what do you know? Here we are....

Area Man Shows Disdain For Team By Purchasing Team Merchandise
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

Pat Tillman's Brother: "I Wish He Would've Just Lit These Fucking Idiots Up With His Own Gun"
Richard Tillman appeared on Real Time With Bill Maher over the weekend, and, like the rest of his family, Richard still plainly refuses to grieve in the officially sanctioned manner. It's maybe the only life-affirming thing about the whole affair....

Jeff Garcia and Maurice Clarett Make America A Sadder Place
Until its inevitable death next month, the United Football League will serve as an outlet for almost-rans to continue playing despite not getting tapped into the NFL steel-cage match. That's a good thing. I guess....

Skeevy University of Florida Professor Fired For Inappropriate Ines Sainz Reference
"The University of Florida has fired a professor for saying during a lesson about sexual harassment that Latin American women dress more provocatively than U.S. women." Read more about Professor Taylor — he appears to have some lady issues. [Gainesville Sun]...