Michael Oher, the former NFL offensive lineman and subject of the 2009 film "The Blind Side," has alleged that the Tuohy family, who inspired the movie, never legally adopted him and instead tricked him into signing documents that allowed them to benefit financially. Sean Tuohy has denied these claims, and Oher has filed a petition in Tennessee court seeking unspecified damages and a declaration that he was never legally adopted. The case is ongoing, and the court will decide the truth of Oher's allegations.
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Alex Collins, former NFL running back for the Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens, was killed in a motorcycle crash in South Florida. The Broward County Sheriff's Office said the SUV Collins hit was making a left turn when the impact caused him to go through a window of the vehicle. The NFL community is mourning the loss of Collins, who was known for his kindness and passion for the game.
Michael Oher, the NFL player whose life story inspired the 2009 hit film “The Blind Side,” has filed a petition in Tennessee court alleging that the Tuohy family, who were his conservators, never legally adopted him and used their power to make millions off of his story without providing any payment to Oher. Oher was a homeless teenager when he was taken in by the Tuohys in 2004 and went on to become a first-round NFL draft pick in 2009. Oher is now seeking unspecified damages and a jury trial, sparking a conversation about the power dynamics between those who tell stories and those whose stories are told.
Damar Hamlin, Buffalo Bills safety, made a triumphant return to the field on Saturday at Highmark Stadium after suffering cardiac arrest and needing to be resuscitated on the field during a game in January. Fans cheered as he raised his arms to urge them on through an open window on a snowy afternoon. The game marked a major milestone in Hamlin’s return to football and was a reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit.
Henry Ruggs III, a former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver, was sentenced to three to 10 years in prison on Wednesday for a fatal 2021 crash. Ruggs was driving his Corvette at 156 mph while intoxicated when he crashed into a Toyota RAV4, killing 23-year-old Tina Tintor. He apologized for his actions and his attorneys released a statement saying he was prepared to serve his time and "return to making positive contributions to his community."
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The USWNT's run in the 2019 Women's World Cup ended with a loss to Sweden in a penalty shootout, which has been met with criticism from right-wingers. Megan Rapinoe missed a crucial penalty kick and explained her reaction afterwards. Despite the criticism, the team has been praised for their accomplishments in the tournament, including winning all four of their group stage matches and defeating Spain in the Round of 16.
Italian police have apprehended a long-time fugitive, who was on Italy's list of 100 most dangerous criminals, after he was spotted in a photo celebrating his hometown team's soccer championship. The man, who has alleged mafia links, was betrayed by his passion for the Napoli team, which gave him away when he was seen holding a scarf in the team's colors. He had been on the run for 11 years, but was finally apprehended on the Greek island of Corfu and is now awaiting extradition back to Italy.