CANTON, OH. — Former NFL wide receiver, Cris Carter, was recently inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and honored at the 2013 Enshrinement Ceremony that was held on Aug. 3, 2013 at Fawcett Stadium in Canton, Ohio. Carter became the seventh and final inductee following Jonathan Ogden, Dave Robinson, Larry Allen, Bill Parcells, Curley Culp and Warren Sapp. The award was presented by his son, Duron.
Bills Parcells Delivers Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction Speech (VIDEO)
Former NY Giants coach, Bill Parcells, was recently inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and honored at the 2013 Enshrinement Ceremony that was held on Aug. 3, 2013 at Fawcett Stadium in Canton, Ohio. The award was presented by former defensive end, George Martin, who played his entire career with the New York Giants.
Colt McCoy Speaks About Colin Kaepernick & 49ers Offense
San Francisco 49ers new quarterback, Colt McCoy, shared his thoughts about Colin Kaepernick and what he thinks of the 49ers’ offensive strategy in a spontaneous question and answer session with interviewers.
Dan Marino Makes Speaker Appearance at Charlotte Touchdown Club Luncheon
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — NFL Hall of Famer, Dan Marino, was the guest speaker as a part of the Charlotte Touchdown Club’s Luncheon Speaker Series held at the Westin Hotel ballroom Tuesday, July 30, in Charlotte, N.C. The Charlotte Observer reported that Marino answered questions for nearly an hour. He was asked about everything from Pittsburgh accents and Miami restaurants to concussion awareness and the potential for NFL expansion.
Eagles QB Donovan McNabb Officially Retires
PHILADELPHIA, PA. — Philadelphia Eagles QB, Donovan McNabb, ended his NFL career with an apology. McNabb, 36, made his retirement official in a press conference Monday morning, July 29, as he appeared with his teammates at the Novacare Complex in South Philadelphia. In an emotional speech, the future Hall of Famer thanked his team, long time coach Andy Reid (who is now with the KC Chiefs), his fans and his family.
Falcons QB Matt Ryan Signs Deal Worth $103.75 Million (VIDEO)
Atlanta Falcon’s quarterback, Matt Ryan, met with the media after Thursday’s practice, along with owner and chairman Arthur Blank, general manager Thomas Dimitroff and head coach Mike Smith, to discuss his new five-year extension with the Falcons worth $103.75 million, which over the long course of the agreement is $20.75 million per year, making the deal second among quarterbacks in new money only behind Aaron Rodgers.
Vince Papale Named Keynote Speaker at NY Fundraiser
The York County Youth Development Center has organized a fundraising dinner and has named former Philadelphia Eagles, Vince Papale, as their keynote speaker. The 300-seat dinner will be held Sept. 26 at the Valencia Ballroom, 142 N. George St., York. The host and emcee for the night will be state Rep. Kevin Schreiber. ... Read More
Chris Cooley Hired as Analyst for Redskins Radio Broadcast
The hiring of Washington Redskins tight end, Chris Cooley, was announced on Tuesday, July 16, by Red Zebra Broadcasting, the company owned by Redskins owner Daniel Snyder that operates ESPN 980 (WTEM, 980 AM), the team’s flagship station in Washington. Cooley, 31, was signed to a multiyear deal, according to a written announcement. The written announcement said Cooley will serve as an “in-game contributor” to the radio broadcasts, providing analysis in a “Cooley’s Corner” segment that will be heard every quarter. ... Read More
Watch Bo Jackson’s Latest Endorsement for 5-hour ENERGY® (VIDEO)
Bo Jackson is no stranger when it comes to product endorsements. In his latest endorsement for 5-hour ENERGY®, Bo says that he doesn’t have the energy that he used to. Whether it be during a hectic business day, or a round of golf, Bo says that he uses 5-hour ENERGY® for a pick me up to get him through the day.
Colin Kaepernick Keynote Speaker at Rochester Press-Radio Club Day of Champions Children’s Charities Dinner
49ers star quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, recently delivered the keynote speech at the 64th annual Rochester Press-Radio Club Day of Champions Children’s Charities Dinner in New York, where Kaepernick, 25, was also honored as the Sports Personality of the Year. ... Read More