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Black Lives Matter protesters rally outside the Minnesota Vikings game on September 24th, 2017, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Trump’s War on the NFL Reveals the True Meaning of His Law and Order Presidency

It seems Trump has staked his entire political identity on his role not just as a strong commander-in-chief, but also a culture warrior eager to rebuff the rising tides of liberalism and multiculturalism.

Jared Keller

Aaron Hernandez sits in the courtroom of the Attleboro District Court during his hearing on August 22nd, 2013, in North Attleboro, Massachusetts.

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Aaron Hernandez and the Rise of the CTE Defense

When it comes to CTE research, the law hasn't caught up to the science just yet.

Jared Keller

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Finally, the NFL Offers to Take a Serious Look at Weed Research

The league is softening its stance on the potential medical benefits of marijuana. Research shows why that might be a good thing.

Kate Wheeling

Friends, family members, and supporters sign surfboards as they pay tribute to former NFL star Junior Seau during a public memorial at Qualcomm Stadium on May 11th, 2012, in San Diego, California.

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A New Study Provides Further Evidence That Football Can Cause Brain Damage

Scientists looked at the brains of 111 former NFL players. All but one had chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

Francie Diep

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How the NFL Helped America Accept Gay Marriage

Unexpected endorsements by revered athletes can change minds. By Tom Jacobs Green Bay Packers cornerback Leroy Butler makes…

Pacific Standard Staff

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More Evidence Emerges of the Danger That Playing Football Poses to Young Kids’ Brains

A new study confirms the damage of multiple hits to head, even if the player never experiences a…

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The Hypocrisy of the Outrage Over Colin Kaepernick

From Muhammad Ali to Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, athletes have a long history of protesting inequality—and making their audience very uncomfortable.

Max Ufberg

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Here’s More Evidence That Not All College Sports Are Created Equal

A new report finds that 83 percent of all university infractions involved men’s basketball or football. By Max…

Pacific Standard Staff

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White Supremacy and the Intractable Fight Over Washington’s Football Team

Why is this even a fight? By Lisa Wade Quarterback Doug Williams of the Washington Redskins prepares to…

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