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The IPL is now a Black Caps trial
![Mitchell McClenaghan, left, played in Mumbai Indians' opening match of the IPL and along with Colin Munro, right, is ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/k/p/7/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1iddhi.11gojm.png/1491541680096.jpg)
Shane Bond and Daniel Vettori to be key figures in determining who's selected for the Champions Trophy.
Brothers Barrett come together
![Scott Barrett, centre, has joined brothers Jordie and Beauden in signing with Taranaki.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/c/c/b/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idacn.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
"We're proud Taranaki people," trio says, as ABs rookie Scott Barrett follows his brothers home.
Phoenix will press to impress
![Wellington Phoenix co-coach Des Buckingham wants to see his side press Sydney FC on Saturday.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/i/f/g/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idgti.11gojm.png/1491542269875.jpg)
High stakes match, high pressure gameplan as the 'Nix aim to tame runaway leaders to stay alive.
Davis Cup: First blood to NZ
![New Zealand's Rubin Statham defeated Korea's Hong Seong Chan in the opening singles clash of the Davis Cup tie in Auckland.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/r/b/b/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idrn4.11gojm.png/1491548595527.jpg)
NZ's No 1 singles player Rubin Statham gets Davis Cup team off to ideal start in Auckland.
'Cartel' fixing races: Man arrested
![An Australian harness racing driver has been arrested on fixing charges.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/n/z/6/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idn2s.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
More arrests likely as Australian police charge harness racing driver for alleged involvement in industry "cartel".
The fickle wind behind Hoffman
![Augusta's gale took Charley Hoffman to a places he could only dream. Tomorrow it might slap him down to Earth.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/z/p/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id2uf.11gojm.png/1491550097311.jpg)
Augusta's gale took Charley Hoffman to a places he could only dream. Tomorrow it might slap him down to Earth.
'Greatest honour I can imagine'
![Ali Riley, middle, sings the national anthem alongside Abby Erceg, left, who she takes over the Football Ferns captaincy ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/f/x/e/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idfu6.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
She was born and raised in LA, but Ali Riley but couldn't be prouder to be the Football Ferns new captain.
NZ's soggy cricket capital
![The Black Caps-South Africa test in Dunedin was evenly poised before a day-five washout.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/h/s/e/5/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1icwkm.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
After the wettest cricket season in more than a decade, Dunedin snags a dubious honour.
Chiefs to unleash giant prop
![Sosefo Kautai, right, is set for a Chiefs debut against the Stormers on Sunday.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/6/m/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ic6cn.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
The 133kg, 20-year-old prop, Sosefo Kautai, gets a spot on the bench in Cape Town.
NZ sevens skipper out of HK tournament
![New Zealand sevens captain Scott Curry has been ruled out of the Hong Kong tournament with the flu.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/u/o/f/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idv7k.11gojm.png/1491541683253.jpg)
New Zealand will be without their skipper at Hong Kong tournament through illness.
Vettel's tribute to Schumacher
![Sebastian Vettel fronts the media in Shanghai ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/d/9/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ide85.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
Ferrari's latest ace has special plans to honour stricken former world champion at this weekend's Chinese GP.
Leg worth more than life?
![New York City has paid a multi-million dollar settlement to Atlanta Hawks forward Thabo Sefolosha over his broken leg.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/4/a/v/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id4cf.11gojm.png/1491536154176.jpg)
Payout for NBA star's broken leg more than that given out by US police for some deaths.
NZ invincibility under threat
![In-form players Jerome Kaino and Ardie Savea are likely to have big roles again for the All Blacks.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/t/8/p/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idpte.png/1491541023843.jpg)
We're 14-0 against our overseas opponents, but this weekend's a stiff test of that.
Waller's immense Winx pressure
OPINION: Black Caviar's trainer knows the massive burden Chris Waller faces with Winx.
NZ invincibility under threat
![In-form players Jerome Kaino and Ardie Savea are likely to have big roles again for the All Blacks.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/t/8/p/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idpte.11ik9e.png/1491549716634.jpg)
We're 14-0 against our overseas opponents, but this weekend's a stiff test of that.
Brown to miss Lions clash
![A clash of coaching commitments will see Highlanders boss Tony Brown in Japan when his team play the touring Lions.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/g/r/j/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idh5h.11ik9e.png/1491549716634.jpg)
Blow for Highlanders with coach unavailable to guide team against famous tourists.
Chiefs to unleash giant prop
![Sosefo Kautai, right, is set for a Chiefs debut against the Stormers on Sunday.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/6/m/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ic6cn.11ik9e.png/1491549716634.jpg)
The 133kg, 20-year-old prop, Sosefo Kautai, gets a spot on the bench in Cape Town.
Eastern Suburbs, Albion stay unbeaten
![Otago all-rounder Sam Wells blazed 116 not out for Albion at the national club cricket finals on Friday.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/q/g/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idok9.png/1491544375005.jpg)
 Eastern Suburbs and Albion teams to beat at national club cricket finals.
Dunedin: NZ's soggy cricket capital
![The Black Caps-South Africa test in Dunedin was evenly poised before a day-five washout.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/h/s/e/5/r/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1icwkm.png/1491517323263.jpg)
After the wettest cricket season in more than a decade, there's a lot to learn from crunching the numbers.
NZ wickets can't stop unbeaten Smith
![New Zealand fast bowler Mitchell McClenaghan made a promising start to the 2017 Indian Premier League.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/3/c/5/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id3el.png/1491504513578.jpg)
Tim Southee and Mitchell McClenaghan claim scalps but Aussie star Steve Smith has the final say as IPL blasts into action.
Pakistan test captain to retire
![Misbah-ul-Haq's Pakistan lost the recent test series in New Zealand.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/f/m/m/6/w/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id1ci.png/1491468670022.jpg)
Misbah-ul-Haq was made captain in 2010 and has played 72 test matches.
Tebow hits home run in first bat
Former NFL star starts incredible code switch by smashing a two-run homer in Mets minor league.
Phoenix want W-League team
![Football Fern Rebekah Stott (left) with her Melbourne City team-mates Lauren Barnes, Beverly Yanez and Jessica Fishlock ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/u/q/k/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1icvbb.png/1491541144935.jpg)
New Zealand's only professional football club want to field a women's team in the Australian competition.
'Greatest honour I can imagine'
![Ali Riley, middle, sings the national anthem alongside Abby Erceg, left, who she takes over the Football Ferns captaincy ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/f/x/e/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idfu6.png/1491527474422.jpg)
She was born and raised in LA, but Ali Riley but couldn't be prouder to be the Football Ferns new captain.
Socceroos coach to quit in 2018
![Ange Postecoglou was appointed coach of Australia's national soccer team in October 2013.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/7/8/5/h/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id246.png/1491472272663.jpg)
Ange Postecoglou says he will end his reign at the conclusion of Australia's 2018 World Cup campaign.
Brazil back on top of rankings
![Paulinho of Brazil gestures during a match between Brazil and Paraguay.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/1/f/l/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id1n5.png/1491483989356.jpg)
Five-times world champions return to number one for first time in seven years.
Eels nervous over Foran factor
![Kieran Foran directs play for the Warriors alongside Shaun Johnson.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/a/c/7/2/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id65x.png/1491520208312.jpg)
Recent ties will help but Eels skipper admits Warriors' star signing presents a "a handful" of challenges.
Broncos run rampant
![David Mead finished off the Broncos' scoring in their 32-8 rout of the Sydney Roosters in Brisbane.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/2/z/j/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id2u3.png/1491485524847.jpg)
​Attack is no longer a problem for the Broncos but halfback Ben Hunt joins a growing injury list.
Recap: Broncos v Roosters
![Mitchell Pearce of the Roosters takes on the defence.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/2/1/h/d/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ibn3j.png/1491483500572.jpg)
Brisbane Broncos score 18 unanswered second-half points to cruise to victory.
Ili happy to assist
![The Wellingotn Saints' Shea Ili takes on a Hawke's Bay Hawks defender earlier this season.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/x/r/3/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idgvm.png/1491545368050.jpg)
Shea Ili didn't put a shot up in his most recent Wellington Saints game, but that's just the way he likes it.
Sharks strike injury problems
![Southland Sharks captain Duane Bailey is in doubt for the Sharks NBL showdown with the Super City Rangers in ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/c/b/z/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idaat.png/1491536138138.jpg)
The Southland Sharks may well be missing both Derone Raukawa and Duane Bailey for their showdown with the Super City Rangers.
Whangarei to Invercargill
![Southland Sharks coach Judd Flavell talks to players during a time out in a National Basketball contest.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/n/a/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idftd.png/1491533424994.jpg)
Judd Flavell reflects on an impressive career in New Zealand basketball which has stretched from Whangarei to Invercargill.
Alipate to be more involved
![Rams guard Marcus Alipate drives to the basket against the Wellington Saints in Christchurch last month.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/l/4/5/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ide3a.png/1491531844597.jpg)
The Canterbury Rams are searching for ways to feed Marcus Alipate the ball.
The fickle wind behind Hoffman
![Augusta's gale took Charley Hoffman to a places he could only dream. Tomorrow it might slap him down to Earth.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/z/p/i/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id2uf.png/1491550097311.jpg)
Augusta's gale took Charley Hoffman to a places he could only dream. Tomorrow it might slap him down to Earth.
Family won't sell to golf course
![Augusta spent US$40 million to buy neighbouring homes, offering the residents price tags that were simply too enticing ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/b/6/8/6/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idiot.png/1491530001375.jpg)
The Thackers turned down millions of dollars for their modest 3-bedroom house next to the US Masters course.
Smith adjusting to defensive role
![Ashleigh Smith training with the Southern Steel in 2012.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/u/o/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1icycz.png/1491541376670.jpg)
Gore's Netball South player Ashleigh Smith is adjusting to playing at goal defence ahead of Saturday's game in her home town.
Time for Tactix shooters to step up
![Tactix shooter Kadeen Corbin puts up a shot during the loss to the Northern Stars on Sunday.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/0/n/6/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id0k7.png/1491534827793.jpg)
Pressure on Tactix shooters to perform after coach's tirade in last match.
Pulse won't be complacent
![Katrina Grant of the Pulse has been in good form to start the ANZ Premiership season.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/8/5/u/f/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idioy.png/1491533421569.jpg)
Katrina Grant says the Central Pulse won't slip against the struggling Mainland Tactix.
Magic pass their first real test
![Casey Kopua led a great Magic defensive effort on Wednesday against the Pulse.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/x/7/m/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ic01f.png/1491459217498.jpg)
After two easy victories to start the ANZ Premiership, the Magic were tested in their third match, but still came away with a win.
Venus switches to singles mode
![Michael Venus will play only his third singles match of the year on the opening day of the Davis Cup tie against Korea.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/g/r/t/h/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ichgk.png/1491452021779.jpg)
Kiwi doubles specialist ready to take solo responsibility for Davis Cup tie against Korea.
NZ wary of Korean team
![NZ Davis Cup captain Alistair Hunt, left, with players, Marcus Daniell, centre, and Artem Sitak.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/b/v/w/a/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ibvo4.png/1491447061702.jpg)
NZ Davis Cup captain Alistair Hunt isn't expecting an easy ride from the Korean team in their Asia/Oceania Group 1 tie.
Kyrgios' luxury BMW for sale
![Nick Kyrgios' BMW F80 M3, which he is trying to sell via Facebook.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/9/4/7/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ic8v0.png/1491439934307.jpg)
Australian tennis star looks for a buyer online as he sells his "immaculate car" worth $170,000 new.
Djokovic over elbow pain
![Novak Djokovic said "things are a bit different now" as he puts more focus on staying health.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/b/6/y/v/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ib3wi.png/1491342081312.jpg)
Former No 1 rested and raring to get back into match shape for Serbia in the Davis Cup quarterfinals.
Australia thump the Wheel Blacks in the first of five tests
![Cameron Leslie of the Wheel Blacks is knocked over after a hard hit from Cameron Carr of Australia in the first of a ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/v/i/d/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idupl.png/1491544854196.jpg)
The Wheel Blacks will have to make a few improvements after losing the first wheel chair rugby test to Australia.
Dio dominates Maadi
![Auckland's Diocesan School for Girls' under-18 eight rowing crew won back-to-back national titles at Maadi on the weekend.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/j/2/4/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ici9s.png/1491524211915.jpg)
Auckland Dio become first female North Island crew in 27 years to win back to back under-18 eight Maadi final.
Kiwis hoping for big finish in Egypt
![Joelle King is out to finish her season on a high at the women's world champs in Egypt.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/8/r/m/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1iavyd.png/1491523380385.jpg)
Joelle King and Paul Coll will be looking to finish their seasons on a decent note.
Olympic champion fails drugs test
![Kenya's Jemima Sumgong has had much success on the international stage, until now.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/9/l/u/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id9ct.png/1491518638468.jpg)
First Kenyan woman to win Olympic gold in the marathon tests positive for EPO.
Vettel's tribute to Schu
![Sebastian Vettel fronts the media in Shanghai ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/d/9/9/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ide85.png/1491526887903.jpg)
Ferrari's latest ace has special plans to honour stricken former world champion at this weekend's Chinese GP.
McLaughlin up for speedy Tasmanian test
![Scott McLaughlin and DJR Team Penske are the talk of the paddock after their hot start in Adelaide and Melbourne.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/3/c/h/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id3re.png/1491509596601.jpg)
Kiwi driver and team-mate Fabian Coulthard are ready to challenge for the top spot.
Paddon taming the tarmac
![Hayden Paddon is in a positive frame heading into the 2017 WRC Tour de Corse.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/c/b/h/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1icc1g.png/1491458021063.jpg)
Kiwi WRC driver says he's made sizeable strides in quest to master asphalt ahead of round four in 2017 world championship.
Record numbers of Rally Otago
![Hayden Paddon, pictured with co-driver John Kennard, will compete in the Tour de Corse as the FIA World Rally ...](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/c/9/b/d/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1ic6rd.png/1491436655950.jpg)
OPINION: A record 132 cars have been entered in the Rally Otago. Why? You might say Hayden Paddon has had something to do with it.
'Is she a stayer or not?'
![La Bella Diosa will have the final start of her up and down Australian campaign on Saturday.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/v/i/n/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idv05.png/1491548202468.jpg)
Kiwi filly has been up and down in Oz but a win on Saturday would cement her place in history.
Tinsley takes ride
![The Nigel Auret-trained Perfectlyenchanted is $6 chance in Saturday's Manawatu Breeders' Stakes.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/l/h/a/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idkbu.png/1491532058295.jpg)
She's had just about everything you can think go against her but smart mare can't be discounted.
Delightful Memphis set for Winton Cup
![Mark Jones trains Delightful Memphis.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/i/y/8/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1idf4l.png/1491529364999.jpg)
Three-year-old filly Delightful Memphis should beat her older rivals in the Winton Cup on Sunday.
Tas Man Bromac trains well
![Trainer-driver Nathan Williamson will have two runners at the Winton meeting on Sunday - Dark Horse and Takenoprisoners.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/d/d/9/4/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1id7l3.png/1491523245247.jpg)
Five-win trotter Poppymalda could return to the workouts next week for trainer-driver Nathan Williamson.
Adams hails Westbrook: Great player
![Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook is on track to set a new mark for triple-doubles in an NBA season.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/a/m/k/h/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1iakww.png/1491273410764.jpg)
'He's a good dude', says Steven Adams of his team-mate who is on a historic triple-double tear.
LeBron: 'Kardashian curse' to blame
![LeBron James does not like it when the Cleveland Cavaliers lose.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/h/t/y/d/6/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1iajby.png/1491267302531.jpg)
Cleveland Cavaliers star is reportedly not happy team-mate Tristan Thompson is dating a Kardashian.
Curry embarrasses the Wizards
![Stephen Curry was on fire against the Washington Wizards with 42 points to his credit.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/a/f/f/3/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1iaf0m.png/1491262670921.jpg)
Warriors star casts a spell on the visiting Wizards as he nets three-pointers from all-corners.
Madden helps player pick NFL team
![Tony Jefferson, #22, intercepts a pass against the Ravens while playing for the Arizona Cardinals.](http://web.archive.org./web/20170407073624im_/https://resources.stuff.co.nz/content/dam/images/1/i/6/f/h/g/image.related.StuffThumbnail.90x60.1i6fts.png/1490770065613.jpg)
NFL player Tony Jefferson was eyeing up a big day when he hit free agency, but it was more than just money that swayed his choice.