4 h. ago Everybody hates Russ: how the NFL’s nicest guy became its most resented | Andrew Lawrence

Russell Wilson built his career on faith, charm and polish. Now the NFL’s perennial nice guy has become proof that sincerity can backfire in professional footballThey say you can’t win football games with too many choir boys. One choir boy might be too many in the case of Russell Wilson, the NFL’s would-be Mr Congeniality. From the off the New York Giants quarterback has gone to lengths to distinguish himself as the game’s most likable star, the kind of player kids look up to and opponents look out for. And all it seems to do is breed resentment.Wilson’s closest collaborators struggle to speak his name without spitting. Richard Sherman, the standout former defensive back turned Prime Video analyst, begrudges Wilson for the favoritism he received from management during their years together in Seattle. KJ Wright, another prominent member of that Legion of Boom defense, accuses Wilson of betraying locker room bonds. Marshawn Lynch, the delightful but famously reticent Seahawks running ...

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20 h. ago NFL hands down $315k in fines over Giants’ concussion protocol violations

Giants fined $200k over concussion protocol breachDaboll docked $100k and Skattebo $15k for misconductLeague: violations created ‘perception’ of interferenceThe New York Giants, head coach Brian Daboll and running back Cam Skattebo have been fined for violating the NFL’s concussion protocol during an evaluation of rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart in the team’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, the league and NFL Players Association announced Friday.The Giants were hit with a $200,000 fine for breaching the protocol, while Daboll was fined $100,000 and Skattebo $15,000 for conduct detrimental to the league. Continue reading...

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66 h. ago NFL approves sale of New York Giants minority stake to Julia Koch and family

This “will further support the growth of the organization,” a statement from Commissioner Roger Goodell said.

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68 h. ago NFL owners approve sale of 10% of the New York Giants to Julia Koch and her family

NFL owners have approved the sale of 10% of the New York Giants to Julia Koch and her family

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3 d. ago Russell Wilson hits back at ‘classless’ former coach Sean Payton after Jaxson Dart jab

Two had fallout during time together in DenverPayton appeared to rate rookie over WilsonNew York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson fired back at Sean Payton on social media on Tuesday, after his former coach questioned his ability over the weekend.“Classless but not surprised .” Wilson said of Payton X. “Didn’t realize you’re still bounty hunting 15+ years later through the media.” Continue reading...

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2 w. ago NFL is reviewing how concussion protocol was followed for Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart

The NFL has initiated a review of the concussion protocol used for New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart on Thursday night in the team's game against Philadelphia

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2 w. ago Cam Skattebo scores three touchdowns as New York Giants stun champions

The Giants beat the Philadelphia Eagles 34-17 as the Super Bowl champions suffered a second successive defeat.

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2 w. ago NFL fines Cowboys owner Jerry Jones $250,000 for ‘inadvertent’ obscene gesture at fans

Jones claims he was trying to show thumbs upGesture came during victory over New York JetsThe NFL has fined Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones $250,000 for what he claims was an “inadvertent” obscene gesture towards fans at the New York Jets’ MetLife Stadium on Sunday.Viral clips captured Jones appearing to flash his middle finger at Jets fans during the Cowboys’ 37-22 win. Jones claimed he was actually trying to give Cowboys fans in the stadium the thumbs up as his team rolled towards victory late in the fourth quarter. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Iconic stadium set for demolition after £172m sale approval granted

One of Europe's most iconic football stadiums is set for demolition, as Inter and AC Milan have reached a deal to acquire the San Siro area with plans to build a new stadium on the site

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last month Roman shoppers 'can't resist' £20 sale jumper approved by ITV Lorraine fashion expert

"Love the colour of this jumper and it was reduced so I couldn't resist"

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