Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott expressed regret for comments he made in a team meeting four years ago, which were revealed in an article. He apologized for the misunderstanding and said he never meant to cause any offense. The Bills organization released a statement saying they were aware of the article and supported McDermott's commitment to creating a culture of respect and understanding.
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Amit Patel, a former financial manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars, has been accused of stealing more than $22 million from the team. He has been charged with one count of wire fraud and one count of illegal monetary transaction, and if convicted, could face up to 20 years in prison. The Jaguars have terminated his employment and are taking a hard stance against fraud and financial mismanagement.
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson has shown his appreciation for his former high school basketball coach, Butch Stockton, by offering to move him in after the death of his wife. Stockton revealed that Robinson had become close to the couple and visited his wife in the hospital every day. Robinson is a two-time NBA All-Star and is known for his defensive prowess on the court, as well as his off-court generosity.
USC has cleared 19-year-old Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, to return to basketball practice next week after a cardiac arrest in July. Bronny is expected to make his collegiate debut soon after resuming practice, and USC coach Andy Enfield is looking forward to having him back on the court.
Dallas Police have issued an arrest warrant for Buffalo Bills linebacker Von Miller after he was accused of assaulting a pregnant woman. The victim was treated for minor injuries and the NFL is aware of the incident. Miller has not yet been arrested and the Dallas Police Department is continuing to investigate.
The NBA is investigating allegations that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey had an inappropriate relationship with a minor, which were posted on social media by an anonymous user. Giddey and Coach Mark Daigneault declined to comment on the situation, and the NBA spokesperson Michael Bass said the league is looking into the accusation. The social media account that posted the accusation has since been deactivated.
Oscar Pistorius, the double-amputee Olympic runner, is up for parole on Friday after spending nearly 10 years in prison for murder. The South African parole board will consider his conduct and disciplinary record in prison, his participation in educational or other training courses, and the risk he poses to the public. The outcome of the hearing will determine the fate of the athlete who was once one of the world's most admired athletes, and have a lasting impact on his future and the public's perception of him.
Fans of the Formula One Grand Prix in Las Vegas were left frustrated after a nine-minute delay on Thursday night caused a 2 1/2-hour delay for the second session on Friday. In response, a class-action lawsuit has been filed against the Las Vegas Grand Prix and its owner, Liberty Media, seeking at least $30,000 in damages. The lawsuit is still pending, and fans are hoping for a smooth weekend of racing without further disruption.