The Case for “Holding In” vs. “Holding Out” in the NFL
The new trend in terms of contract negotiations for players recently has been holding out of training camp in search of a new deal. This...
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Matthew F. Tympanick
- Jun 22
- 3 min
Taking the Top off the Tyreek Hill Battery Allegations
It was reported Tuesday evening that Dolphins’ star WR Tyreek Hill was under investigation for assault/battery in Miami for an alleged...
Matthew F. Tympanick
- Jun 20
- 4 min
Patriots’ Cornerback Picked Off at Logan Airport: Commonwealth v. Jack Jones
On Friday night, a report emerged that New England Patriots Starting CB Jack Jones was arrested on 5 separate charges including: 2 counts...
Nathaniel E. Otto
- Jun 20
- 4 min
eBay Culling Breakers: Sports Card Breaking and Gaming Law
You buy a pack of sports cards. Let’s say, a 2020 Panini Prizm NFL Football pack, which retails for about $40. You open your pack of four...
Kenneth Winkler
- May 13
- 3 min
California and New York Attorney Generals Launch Joint Investigation of NFL
The California Attorney General and New York Attorney General have launched a joint investigation into allegations of employment...
Greg Moretto
- May 13
- 4 min
Assessing a Potential Antitrust Case Against Fanatics
As a sports fan in 2023, it is nearly impossible to not have heard of the apparel brand Fanatics. Whether it is through their countless...
Justin Mader
- May 4
- 3 min
NFL Players Suspended While the League Profits Big From Legalized Sports Gambling
In April 2023, the NFL announced the suspension of five players for violating the league's strict gambling policy. The suspensions have...
Alex Patterson
- Apr 14
- 2 min
Arizona Cardinals' Executive Alleges Retaliation by Owner Michael Bidwill
The Athletic’s Kalyn Kahler, Mike Sando, and Stewart Mandel report Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill demoted former Cardinals...
Caleb Ortega
- Apr 14
- 4 min
Lamar's Mystery Business Partner Ken Francis
The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) made headlines on March 23rd when they sent out a memo to all 32 NFL teams...
Duncan Hubbard
- Apr 10
- 2 min
Multiple Allegations Against Arizona Cardinals Owner
On Tuesday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news that Arizona Cardinals owner, Michael Bidwill, has been accused of cheating,...
Justin Mader
- Mar 14
- 3 min
NFLPA Releases Email Saying Bengals are Working to Change Ohio Workers’ Compensation Laws
The Cincinnati Bengals have made headlines recently as they attempt to change the workers' compensation law in Ohio. The National...
Landis Barber
- Mar 10
- 2 min
Judge in Flores Lawsuit Keeps Multiple Claims In Federal Court
United States District Court Judge Valerie E. Caproni ruled on Wednesday that multiple claims in Brian Flores’s racial discrimination...
Alex Patterson
- Mar 3
- 4 min
Commander’s Minority Owners Allege Dan Snyder Committed Bank Fraud
ESPN senior writer Don Van Natta Jr. reports Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder took out a $55 million loan, indicated by a footnote...
Aaron Polonsky
- Mar 3
- 2 min
Bubble-wrap Helmets?
59.6 years. That’s the life expectancy of an NFL player – compared to the average American lifespan of 77.3 years. Research has shown...
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