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Ex-NFL Star Darren Sharper Due in New Orleans Court on Rape Charges
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 13:06
Disgraced former NFL star Darren Sharper, who last month pleaded guilty or no contest to rape or attempted rape charges in three states, was set to be arraigned in a New Orleans courtroom on Tuesday on additional charges...
Patriots RB LeGarrette Blount suspended for season opener
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 22:45
New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount has been suspended for the team's 2015 season opener.
MMQB: Behind the scenes at a college pro day
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 16:30
The Pro Day has become a staple of the NFL's draft season. But what exactly goes on at one? Lots of prying (before, during and after) and lots of...
Former Kicker Sues NFL's Buccaneers Over MRSA Infection
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 23:13
Former Super Bowl-winning kicker Lawrence Tynes is suing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for $20 million after contracting a MRSA infection in a toe on his kicking foot that prematurely ended his career, his lawyer said Tuesday...
2015 NFL draft positional rankings: Wide receiver
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 21:45
The 2015 NFL draft's wide receiver class is talented enough to match the exploits of last year's rookies. Where do Kevin White, Amari Cooper, Jaelen Strong and more rank in SI's top 10 receivers?
Former N.F.L. Player Tried to Bite Officer, Police Say
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 21:31
Kwame Harris, a former 49ers and Raiders offensive lineman, was tied to two hit-and-run crashes in San Francisco and accused of falling asleep in a running car and trying to bite a police officer.
Will the jury convict Aaron Hernandez without a murder weapon?
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 20:51
On SI Now, Sports Illustrated legal analyst Michael McCann discusses whether or not the case against Aaron Hernandez is strong enough without...
Ex-NFL CB Will Allen charged with running $31 million Ponzi scheme
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 20:30
Former NFL cornerback Will Allen has been charged with fraud by the Securities and Exchange Commission for allegedly operating a $31 million Ponzi scheme.
S.E.C. Files Fraud Charges Against Former N.F.L. Player
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 20:29
The former Giants cornerback Will Allen and his business partner are accused of a Ponzi scheme that promised high returns to investors who funded loans to cash-strapped pro athletes.
Inside the Huddle
Sky Sports - 7 Apr 2015 19:36
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SI 64: Nos. 34-30: Denzel Perryman, Arik Armstead, Michael Bennett, more
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 18:53
The SI 64 draft rankings continues with Nos. 34?30, including Denzel Perryman, Arik Armstead and Michael Bennett.
Aaron Hernandez Witnessed Murder, Didn't Commit It: Defense
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 18:36
Former New England Patriots football player Aaron Hernandez witnessed the killing of Odin Lloyd in 2013, but did not commit the murder himself, one of his attorneys claimed in the closing statements of his trial on Tuesd...
Former NFL Veteran Accused of Running Ponzi Scheme
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 18:15
A former NFL veteran has been charged with running a Ponzi scheme that allegedly enticed investors to back loans for professional athletes, federal securities regulators said Tuesday.
Projecting what NFC South teams will do in 2015 draft
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 16:45
Projecting what NFC South teams will do in 2015 draft
Ray Rice: Priorities have changed, but ready to resume football career
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 15:00
Ex-Ravens RB Ray Rice details in magazine article life since surfacing of videotape
Closing arguments set for Hernandez murder trial
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 15:00
Aaron Hernandez trial live stream: Watch as closing arguments are delivered on Tuesday.
Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson: 'I am a diabetic'
Sports Illustrated - 7 Apr 2015 12:15
Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson reveals he has diabetes
Draft Diary: Marpet Busy Meeting Teams, Working on His Game
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 08:53
Ali Marpet is one of the most unlikely prospects in this year's NFL draft.
Sports Briefing | Pro Football: Darren Sharper's Case Advances in New Orleans Court
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 07:20
The former N.F.L. safety Darren Sharper entered a formal plea of not guilty before a federal magistrate judge in New Orleans, but that was considered a legal formality.
Muhammad Wilkerson Absent at Start of Jets' Voluntary Workouts
The New York Times - 7 Apr 2015 00:25
Wilkerson, a premier defensive end, has sought a new contract to no avail and was apparently frustrated by a seeming lack of urgency by the Jets.