The New York Times – Sports:
The N.F.L.’s players’ union will start an inquiry after Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa hits his head, yet returns to the game.
Author: Ken Belson
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Russell Wilson’s Return to Seattle Ends in Loss
The New York Times – Sports:
Wilson connected on big passing plays in his return to Seattle, but miscues from the Broncos’ running backs — and a hearty effort from his Seahawks replacement — spoiled his revenge game.
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Deshaun Watson’s Apology Undercuts the N.F.L.’s Message
The New York Times – Sports:
The league has looked for contrition in determining its discipline of players accused of conduct violations. Deshaun Watson’s insistence that he did nothing wrong undermined its attempt at rehabbing his image.
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More Black Former N.F.L. Players Eligible for Concussion Payouts
The New York Times – Sports:
Tests for dementia were rescored under the N.F.L.’s concussion settlement to avoid race-based criteria.
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The Packers’ Shareholders Meeting Is a Window Into NFL Finances.
The New York Times – Sports:
The Green Bay Packers are the only N.F.L. team whose fans can buy an ownership stake. Their annual shareholders meeting is part pep rally, part window into the league’s finances.
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Demaryius Thomas’s Death Was Caused by Seizure Disorder
The New York Times – Sports:
The former N.F.L. receiver died at 33, six months after he retired from football. He had been posthumously diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or C.T.E.
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Keyshawn Johnson Wants the N.F.L. to Remember Its ‘Forgotten Four’
The New York Times – Sports:
The former Pro Bowl receiver lobbied Pro Football’s Hall of Fame to honor Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Bill Willis and Marion Motley, the four Black players who reintegrated the league in 1946.
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Keyshawn Johnson Wants the N.F.L. to Remember Its ‘Forgotten Four’
The New York Times – Sports:
The former Pro Bowl receiver lobbied Pro Football’s Hall of Fame to honor Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Bill Willis and Marion Motley, the four Black players who reintegrated the league in 1946.