Jarrett Bell

Naturally, the big trade will only increase the heat on Dak...
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Washington Commanders shouldn't let Trump bully them in nickname battle | Opinion It's time for the ownership of the Commanders, and the commissioner of the NFL, to stand up to Donald Trump in the team nickname controversy.

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Winners and losers of Aaron Rodgers' deal with Steelers? Oh so many questions With Aaron Rodgers aboard in Pittsburgh, the 2025 season should be a compelling one for the Steelers – we think, given potential winners and losers.

Good stuff from my @usatodaysports.usatoday.com colleague, Nate Davis, breaking down A-Rod drama...

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Opinion: Coco Gauff doesn't dominate tennis, and that's OK. She's still rare. It would be a mistake to undervalue what Coco Gauff has done in her career. She may not be a once-in-a-lifetime tennis player, but she is rare.

Love this column from @danwolken.bsky.social about Coco Gauff. Just excellent.

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Opinion: Trump administration clearly doesn't understand the point of Title IX USA TODAY analysis found women athletes are still being shortchanged by schools in funding, facilities.

Good read from @nrarmour.bsky.social, not feeling the spirit of WH proclamation...

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'It's not a moral issue:' Remembering Jim Irsay's brave fight against addiction Jim Irsay, the longtime owner of the Colts, was public about his battle with addiction. It was one of the most courageous parts of Irsay's life.

RIP, Jim Irsay...

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Magic Johnson pledges $500K to HBCU Xavier University The NBA legend pledged half a million dollars to the Louisiana HBCU to help raise money for student scholarships.

Way to go, Magic! Still dropping dimes...for a great cause.

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'Most of it is laughable': Deion Sanders addresses criticism of son Shedeur Deion Sanders didn't hold back when addressing critics of his son, Shedeur, who is expected to be a first-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

This from Daddy Prime…

'Most of it is laughable': Deion Sanders addresses criticism of son Shedeur

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Milwaukee church saw opportunity to plant trees on empty land. Trump team saw DEI effort A Trump administration review stalled funds from a Biden-era effort to plant trees across American cities in neighborhoods that lack tree cover.

Throwing shade on a good cause…

Milwaukee church saw opportunity to plant trees on empty land. Trump team saw DEI effort

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If only that was the only issue on the table…

NAACP sues U.S. Education Department over DEI school funding cuts The civil rights group said the Trump administration was targeting programs that offer “truthful, inclusive curricula,” and address racism, among other efforts.

NAACP sues U.S. Education Department over DEI school funding cuts

This was like really awesome, @jemelehill.bsky.social!

How to honor Jackie Robinson? Defend his legacy from those who wish to erase him. | Opinion Jackie Robinson Day this year comes just a few weeks after the Trump administration tried to erase the baseball icon and American hero.

ICYMI: Strong column and wisdom from @nrarmour that marked Jackie Robinson Day…

How to honor Jackie Robinson? Defend his legacy from those who wish to erase him. | Opinion

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Hey, NFL: Don't punish the Philadelphia Eagles for innovative excellence The NFL will vote on a proposed ban on the Eagles' 'tush push.' Banning the play would be punishing the Eagles for being innovative.

The “Brotherly Shove” has fueled so much debate this week at NFL owners meetings…

Hey, NFL: Don't punish the Philadelphia Eagles for innovative excellence

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Printable bracket for March Madness predictions, picks in 2025 NCAA Tournament Your printable 2025 March Madness bracket is here. Here's how to print your bracket and .pdf for the 68-team men's NCAA Tournament.

Public service announcement:

Printable bracket for March Madness predictions, picks in 2025 NCAA Tournament

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Tick...tick...tick: The NFL world is still waiting on quarterback Aaron Rodgers The clock keeps ticking. The days pass by. And the NFL world awaits a free agency decision from quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

As first week of NFL free agency winds down, nothing quite like the Aaron Rodgers Watch...

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Reinstating Pete Rose would damage game as much as his gambling did: Opinion Pete Rose was banned from baseball for life in 1989 for gambling. His family is asking that he be reinstated so he can have a chance at Hall of Fame.

Great read, as usual, from @nrarmour.bsky.social

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Eli Manning doesn't make cut for Pro Football Hall of Fame's unusually small class of 2025 The Pro Football Hall of Fame revealed its smallest class in 20 years, with Eli Manning among the notable names not to make the cut in 2025.

Congrats to the new Hall of Famers: Antonio Gates, Jared Allen, Eric Allen and Shannon Sharpe’s big brother, Sterling…

Eli Manning doesn't make cut for Pro Football Hall of Fame's unusually small class of 2025

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Some sharp insight…

While the NFL touts its commitment to diversity…

The NFL's tricky technology trajectory means officiating controversies are here to stay The NFL continues to look for ways it can leverage technology in officiating, but fans shouldn't expect advancements to be a cure-all.

First column, Super Bowl week…

The NFL's tricky technology trajectory means officiating controversies are here to stay

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Thanks, @nrarmour.bsky.social!

Awesome column, @nrarmour.bsky.social.

Super Bowl 59 will include 'more visible' law enforcement after New Orleans attack, NFL says The NFL has adjusted its security plans and received additional support for Super Bowl 59 after the deadly Jan. 1 vehicle attack in New Orleans.

As Tom Schad details…

Super Bowl 59 will include 'more visible' law enforcement after New Orleans attack, NFL says

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