NFL
Awesome ‘camouflage’ kick return
STRUGGLING college football team Kansas needs all the help it can get to win game but nobody expected they’d go this far.
NFL star cops big fine for towel throwing tantrum
KANSAS City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce’s towel toss toward an NFL game official last week will cost him a pretty penny.
Will athletes boycott Trump White House?
DONALD Trump’s White House looks set to be a no-go zone for a slew of professional athletes who cannot stomach a visit with the divisive president-elect.
For US athletes voting isn’t made easy
WITH the busy lifestyle of professional US athletes, it isn’t made particularly easy for your favourite sportspeople to cast their vote in their federal election.
Cowboys will ‘probably never’ solve QB issue
DALLAS Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says his NFL team, on a seven-game win streak, might never solve the quarterback controversy.
NFL Wrap: Seahawks hold on in thriller
THERE was plenty of controversy and late drama as Seattle held off fast-finishing Buffalo to close out Week 9 of the NFL.
The $45m NFL star given pocket money
UNLIKE many pro athletes, NFL star Darrius Heyward-Bey has an impressive financial portfolio. And it’s all thanks to his mum.
Billionaire busts: What money can’t buy
SOME of America’s wealthiest families are also its biggest losers. Despite vast fortunes these billionaires can’t get what they want most.
Percy Harvin out of NFL retirement
WIDE receiver Percy Harvin has come out of retirement to sign with the Buffalo Bills.
NFL Wrap: Atlanta win shootout with Packers
NEW Orleans upset Seattle, Atlanta win a shootout against Green Bay and another tie rocks the league. All the latest news and results are in the NFL wrap!
The dildo every NFL fan is talking about
THE man who threw the most famous sex toy in the USA has fronted the media to explain how and why he lobbed ‘Tom Brady’s dildo’ onto an NFL field.
Gronkowski sets Patriots touchdown record
BUFFALO native Rob Gronkowski enjoyed a record-breaking homecoming, setting a New England Patriots record with his 69th career touchdown.
NFL coach stretchered off after collision
BRONCOS defensive co-ordinator Wade Phillips was stretchered off the field at Denver after a San Diego player accidentally ran into him on the sideline.
The 21 greatest sports Vines
VINE stunned users overnight by announcing that the app will be discontinued soon. Here are 21 of the best, and funniest, sports Vines since the app launched.
Giants cut Brown after domestic violence admission
THE New York Giants released place-kicker Josh Brown, six days after police documents revealed Brown admitted to repeatedly abusing his former wife.
NY Jets lose quarterback for the season
NEW York Jets quarterback Geno Smith has been ruled out for the remainder of the NFL season with a knee injury.
Dolphins’ Pro Bowl star Foster retires
FOUR-TIME Pro Bowler Arian Foster says he can no longer take the punishment an NFL running back endures.
NFL Wrap: Aussie Jets punter’s costly mistake
AUSSIE coughs up touchdown with fumble, San Diego upset Atlanta and Eagles fly to end Minnesota’s undefeated streak. It’s all in the NFL Wrap!
‘I felt like God. She was my slave’
AN NFL star has made a stunning confession about abusing his wife, admitting he began objectifying women when he was seven.
NFL Wrap: Texans get thrilling overtime victory
MIAMI surprise the Steelers, the Texans win in overtime, and both Super Bowl 50 teams humbled. All the latest news and results from week 6 is in the NFL Wrap!
‘I’m in tears crying. It’s so good’
A HIGH school student with Down syndrome got his big chance and created the feel-good moment melting hearts in America.
It was bulls---, how am I to know?: Hayne
JARRYD Hayne opens up about that bikie incident, the NFL, his departure from Parramatta and playing footy in a one-team town.
NFL’s shame: ‘Tackle the Muslim’
THE return of controversial NFL star Colin Kaepernick has triggered ugly scenes from disorderly fans in the USA.
Former NFL star killed in car crash
DENNIS Byrd, the former New York Jets star who defied predictions and walked again after suffering a broken neck, has died in a road accident.
The $95 million NFL ‘disaster’
THE Houston Texans took a punt by signing Brock Osweiler to a mega contract without meeting him. They probably have a bad case of buyer’s remorse right now.
Kaepernick to get first start of NFL season
SAN Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick will make his first start of the season in this weekend’s clash with the Buffalo Bills.
Deflate this! Brady’s brilliant NFL return
WELL before he had thrown a pass that counted this season, Tom Brady was hearing cheers, even on the road. Then he led his Patriots to victory over the Browns.
NFL Wrap: All-Aussie punt-off, Panther woes
AUSSIE punter impresses for Steelers, Brady leads Patriots to victory and the Vikings chasing history. It’s all in the NFL Wrap!
NFL taunts and ‘twerking’ penalties up 220%
A SURGE in penalties for ‘taunting’ has prompted the NFL to issue clarification of rules regarding ‘unsportsmanlike behaviour’.
Brady returns to Patriots under veil of secrecy
ON the day Tom Brady’s infamous four-game Deflategate suspension ended, the New England Patriots kept their cards very close to their chest.
NFL Wrap: Purple reign in Minnesota
THE Ravens and Patriots cop first defeats, Cam Newton gets knocked out, Julio Jones reaches 300-yard record and The Purple reign in Minnesota.
NFL player arrested with gun at airport
PHILADELPHIA Eagles linebacker Nigel Bradham was arrested at Miami International Airport, with authorities claiming workers found a loaded gun.
OBJ’s glaring weakness being exposed
FOR all of his catching wizardry and darting quickness, Odell Beckham Jr. continues to expose his weakness of being goaded into emotional letdowns.
Ref makes indecent proposal to NFL star
HALL of Fame quarterback Steve Young has revealed the extreme lengths one referee was prepared to go to in order to secure a date for his daughter.
Super Bowl 51 halftime show act announced
POP diva Lady Gaga will headline the halftime show at Super Bowl LI in Houston in February.
NFL star’s perfect customer revenge
CAROLINA Panthers star Mike Tolbert has executed the most passive-aggressive way to deal with poor service — and it’s the perfect revenge.
NFL star’s penny pinching move
NFL running back Mike Tolbert will earn over $2 million this year, but that hasn’t stopped him from pulling a real cheapskate move.
NFL Wrap: Breesus can’t save Saints
DREW Brees couldn’t bring the Saints marching home against Atlanta, Philly crush the Steelers and Minnesota upset Carolina. Catch up on all the week 3 action in the wrap!
Coach ‘vanishes’ on live television
MICHIGAN State Spartans coach Mark Dantonio sent fans into an uproar after he disappeared into thin air on live television.
‘As good as any coach in any sport ever’
THIS grumpy-looking man with the ridiculous sleeves-cut-off-his-jumper look was the toast of America after an insanely good night on the sidelines.
Porn star’s poignant point about Prince
MIA Khalifa recently landed a writing gig — and picked up a spooky moment from Monday’s Packers-Vikings game.
Too happy to survive in the NFL?
MAKING it as a superstar running back in the NFL requires speed, power and athleticism — this kid has all that, but his dad worries his mind might hold him back.
Meet the Patriots’ newest starting QB
MEET the man from N.C. State that came in for an injured Jimmy Garoppolo, and looks set to take the reins as quarterback of the Patriots until suspended starter Tom Brady returns.
$1 billion stadium’s ridiculous design flaw
AN NFL team unveiled an incredible new stadium for this season but come game day, its megastar player exposed a ludicrous flaw that had fans stunned.
Romo seen throwing in warm-ups: report
THE Dallas Cowboys have stayed afloat without Tony Romo so far, narrowly losing in the season opener then bouncing back against the Redskins.
Rams get warm welcome back to Los Angeles
LOS Angeles welcomed back the NFL with parking lot tailgaters, partygoers and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, celebrating the Rams’ return to after 21 seasons in St. Louis.
‘I was 1.6m tall in kindergarten’
BRAVE Williams is 2.15m tall and weighs 181kg, making him taller and heavier than anyone in the NFL. He’s also still in high school.
Denver Broncos put faith in Aussie Gotsis
HE is the highest drafted Australian-born player in NFL history and Adam Gotsis has what it takes to make it with the Denver Broncos.
Twitter averages 243K viewers for live NFL
TWITTER attracted an average of 243,000 viewers to Thursday’s NFL live stream of the New York Jets triumph over the Buffalo Bills in a league first.
Twitter destroys American legend
ONE of the coolest nicknames in sport became a punchline after one man showed the difference between NFL speed — and Olympic speed.
South Park takes on America’s biggest issue
SOUTH Park has addressed one of the most poignant issues dividing America in the only way the cartoon knows how.
LeBron lauds sports call of the century
A STREAKER interrupted the San Francisco 49ers game against the LA Rams, and the commentary that followed was pure, unedited gold.
NFL Wrap: Steelers steam-roll Washington
WEEK one of the NFL season kicked off in style with several nail-biting finishes. All the action is in the wrap!
America, you have gone insane
AMERICA has discovered a new kind of crazy. The kind that leaves parents at a high school football game baying for blood.
US media pokes fun at Jarryd Hayne
SAN Francisco’s season began in style without under-siege Aussie Jarryd Hayne, whose absence didn’t go completely unnoticed in the US.
Supermodel’s stinging attack on NFL stars
KATE Upton has caused another spotfire in the NFL national anthem storm after launching a stinging attack on a rogue group of players.
Call to boycott ‘rich spoiled athletes’
AMERICANS have been called to boycott “rich spoiled” NFL stars who have protested during the national anthem.
‘Stand for anthem or be shot’
AN announcer at a high school football game has allegedly told spectators that anyone who did not stand for the US national anthem should be shot.
US anthem protests spread in NFL
KANSAS City Chiefs and several Miami Dolphins protested during the US national anthem, the latest gestures in the NFL to draw attention to racial inequality.
‘Foul against humanity’: Outrage over 9/11 snub
ON THE anniversary of 9/11, the NFL has come under fire for failing to support the victims of the terrorist attacks.
Broncos win thriller in Aussie’s NFL debut
AUSTRALIAN defensive tackle Adam Gotsis has had a thrilling NFL debut, seeing his first action as Denver won a Super Bowl rematch at the death against Carolina.
Tottenham’s bold EPL/NFL double-header plan
FOR fans of both kinds of football, Tottenham Hotspur are working on making something special happen.
The 49ers are going to absolutely suck
JARRYD Hayne may have left San Francisco just in time by the looks of these preseason rankings of all 32 NFL teams.
Soccer star kneels during national anthem
AMERICAN soccer star Megan Rapinoe refused to stand for her country’s national anthem, adding to the controversy started by NFL star Colin Kaepernick.
Star’s awesome surprise after viral kindness
AN American football star has created the most heartwarming sport story of 2016 after performing a second act of ultimate kindness for his biggest fan.
Obama’s controversial stance on NFL scandal
NFL star Colin Kaepernick has caused outrage across the United States with even US President Barack Obama getting cornered into choosing a side.
Aussie’s chance to emerge from Hayne’s shadow
THE Jarryd Hayne sideshow has departed the NFL, but a potential Australian-grown star has emerged in his place.
Kaep’s jersey sales skyrocket after protest
COLIN Kaepernick’s national anthem protest might not be all that popular but his jersey certainly is.
Vikings cut German draft pick, add new QB
THE Minnesota Vikings have let go of three of their eight draft picks, and added a star quarterback to replace the injured Teddy Bridgewater.
Aussie cut as final 53-man NFL rosters decided
IT was a mixed day for Australians in the NFL, with offensive lineman David Yankey cut by the Carolina Panthers.
‘Disrespectful’ socks causing outrage
FIRST it was snubbing the national anthem, now San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s socks are under fire.
Kaep joined by teammate in US anthem protest
SAN Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick was booed after kneeling during the performance of the US national anthem during a pre-season game.
Mum slams NFL star’s ‘shameful’ act
COLIN Kaepernick has divided opinion in the US, and now his own mother has lashed him for bringing shame to his country and his family.
$40m NFL star’s incredible sacking blast
THIS NFL player was cut by his team and issued a goodbye statement that started out polite as can be, then rapidly turned into a slap.
US erupts over national anthem snub
NFL star Colin Kaepernick explained his reasons for refusing to sing the US national anthem. That didn’t stop the backlash.
Ultimate Guide to Cal v Hawaii in Sydney
AHEAD of the first ever college football game in Sydney, from the Hawaiian haka to the players to watch, get the low down on what you need to know before kick-off.
College Football eyes Aussie talent
THERE are about 40 Australians playing College Football in America and if Hawaii and California have their way, there will be more coming.
NFL star on why Hayne struggled
SEATTLE Seahawks Superbowl winner Marshawn Lynch thinks there’s one reason Jarryd Hayne struggled to adjust to the NFL.
Cal, Hawaii coaches warn players not to party
HEAD coaches of Cal and Hawaii had a stern warning for players tempted to party during their time in Sydney for the college football season opener.
Reviews: Is Madden 17 any good?
MADDEN 17’s Australian release is imminent and it’s already hit shelves in the US. So is the latest edition of EA Sports’ NFL classic worthy of your cash? Expert reviews here.
Why Bolt would never make it in the NFL
USAIN Bolt destroyed his American rival Justin Gatlin at the Rio Olympics — but an NFL star is certain the tables would be reversed on the gridiron.
NFL players blow up over Madden ratings
EA Sports’ Madden NFL, one of the longest running and most beloved sports games on the market, released its player ratings today — and players aren’t happy.
