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Ronaldinho Called "Brazilian Ape" By Local Mexican Politician
This couldn't be how Ronaldinho imagined his time in Mexico starting. Barely one week into his tenure as Liga MX club Querétaro's new superstar, he has already been the subject of racist statements, and by a local politician at that....
Vikings Say Adrian Peterson Will Practice This Week, Play On Sunday
The Minnesota Vikings just released a statement regarding Adrian Peterson's status with the team. After being deactivated for the team's Week 2 game following his indictment on child injury charges, Peterson will be back practicing with the team this week and in line to play on Sunday....
Report: Ray Rice Will Appeal His Suspension
On Friday, the NFL finally informed Ray Rice why it had increased his suspension from two games to "indefinite." That gave him three business days to appeal. According to Pro Football Talk, Rice needs just the one: he will reportedly appeal his suspension tomorrow....
Philip Rivers's Helmet Pays Tribute To The Only Center He's Ever Known
If you're wondering about the No. 61 on the back of Philip Rivers's helmet today—and a surprising number of you are—know that the Chargers QB didn't grab the wrong helmet; it's a tribute to Rivers's center for the last decade, who may never play another game....
Officials Inexplicably Miss Percy Harvin Stepping Out Of Bounds On TD
Percy Harvin scored a pretty boss 51-yard TD run, but replays definitively showed that he stepped out around the 21-yard line. How on earth did officials miss this?...
This Is What It Looks Like To Get Run Over By Julius Thomas
Tip your local photojournalist well....
Report: Vikings Won't Cut Adrian Peterson, Could Look To Trade Him
According to the New York Post's Bart Hubbuch, Vikings management will hold a conference call tonight to discuss what to do with Adrian Peterson in the short-term. It's a thorny question in the wake of the RB's indictment and booking on a felony count of child abuse, but the Vikings reportedly have ...
Christy Mack Posts Update On Condition After Alleged Assault
Christy Mack's condition has improved since former MMA fighter War Machine (born Jonathan Koppenhaver) allegedly assaulted her in August. Mack still has a lot of healing left, however....
Manziel Throws First NFL Pass; Since He's On The Browns, It Was Dropped
He'll fit in just fine....
Report: Roger Goodell Cancels Appearance At 49ers Game
Roger Goodell has reportedly had a last-minute change-of-heart about attending tonight's 49ers home opener, despite having had his appearance scheduled for a couple years....
How Marcus Vick Found Out About Adrian Peterson
A story in four tweets:...
Robert Griffin III Carted Off After Left Leg Injury
Skins quarterback Robert Griffin III left today's game on a cart after hurting his left leg on a non-contact play. The team's calling it a left ankle injury, and Griffin's out for the day....
The Jacksonville Jaguars, In One GIF
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Insidious Hypotheticals: A Guide to Ignoring the NFL Today
So, here's the question, and it's a good one:...
Tailgating Vikings Fan Wears Adrian Peterson Jersey And Wields Switch
Kim Johnson of CBS Minnesota spotted this woman ahead of today's Vikings' game. Don't be like this woman....
Report: Vikings Will Handle Adrian Peterson's Status On Monday
The Vikings already deactivated Adrian Peterson for today's game due to his indictment on child injury charges, but the team will figure out his status going forward on Monday, according to a report....