Your Boss Can’t Ask How Many Testicles You Have. Why Can NFL Coaches?
A cornerback prospect was reportedly asked about his private parts at the NFL combine. Does anti-discrimination law cover the NFL?
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Insurers Could End Football. It Won’t Be the First Industry They’ve Transformed.
With CTE lawsuits mounting, the NFL can’t find a general-liability insurer to cover head injuries. Fraternities and police departments have faced similar problems.
The Lede, Issue #18: Kneeling for the National Anthem, High-Tech Tariffs, the End of ‘Roseanne,’ and More
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How I Said Goodbye to the NFL
It finally got too hard for me to separate the sport from the league's flaws—especially its glaring refusal to countenance protest.
Watching the Patriots Lose Is My Favorite Sport
There are a lot of reasons people dislike the Patriots. Many of them are rooted in the intersection of politics and sports.
In 2017, the Athlete Became the Activist
This year America bore witness to the increasing interconnectedness of sports and political discourse.
Most Americans Disagree With Trump About the NFL
President Donald Trump incited NFL owners, players, and fans last week when he said that owners should fire any player who chooses to kneel during the anthem.
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.
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.
Pass Interference! Also, You’re Under Arrest
NFL players who get penalized the most on the field are also more likely to have a rap…