Out of the shark zone – 10/12

NWSL game paused to recognize sexual harassment allegations  On Wednesday, during the sixth minute of  a National Women’s Soccer League game between Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit, the game stopped as the players from both   teams circled up in a show of solidarity with two players that accused a coach of sexual harassment and misconduct. The NWSL Players Association released a statement saying, “Tonight, we reclaim […]

Out of the shark zone – 9/28

NFL’s week two filled with injuries  Week two in the NFL was defined by injuries. Quarterbacks Baker Mayfield, Tua Tagovailoa, Carson Wentz, Tyrod Taylor and Andy Dalton all suffered injuries that knocked them out of the game, though Mayfield returned and finished the game. Running backs Darrell Henderson, Elijah Mitchell and Trey Sermon all had to leave the game, though Mitchell was able to play through his injury at […]

Out of the Shark Zone – 9/14

Patriots start Mac Jones, release former MVP Cam Newton  In possibly the most surprising move of the NFL off-season, the New England Patriots elected to start rookie quarterback Mac Jones week one against the Miami Dolphins. In fact, Jones’ will be the first rookie QB to start a week one game under legendary coach Bill Belichick in New England. In a subsequent move, the Patriots released former MVP and their 2020 starting QB Cam Newton.   Newton’s 2020 season was a […]