Five NFL players have been suspended for violating the league's gambling policy, with three suspended indefinitely and two suspended for six games. The policy prohibits all team personnel from betting on any NFL activities or other sports while on a team's payroll. The suspensions are part of the NFL's commitment to maintaining the integrity of the game and protecting the public's confidence in the league, and the NFL will continue to monitor the situation and take appropriate action if any other violations are found.
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The Oakland Athletics have taken a major step forward in their plan to build a new stadium in Las Vegas, with team president Dave Kaval announcing the purchase of a 49-acre site near the Las Vegas Strip. The stadium will have a seating capacity of 30,000 to 35,000 and will feature a retractable roof, and the A's will now work with Nevada and Clark County on a public-private partnership to fund the project. The team is excited to move forward and make their dream of a major league ballpark in Las Vegas a reality.
The Buffalo Bills have announced that safety Damar Hamlin has been cleared to resume full football activities after suffering cardiac arrest during a game in January. Three medical specialists unanimously agreed that Hamlin could return to full activities and he is currently participating in voluntary offseason workouts. General Manager Brandon Beane expressed his excitement for Hamlin's return and the team is looking forward to having him back on the field.
Safety Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills has been cleared to resume playing after suffering a cardiac arrest in December. General Manager Brandon Beane said Hamlin has been cleared by three specialists and is now attending the team's voluntary workout program. The Bills are confident that Hamlin is ready to return to the field and will be a key contributor to the team's defense this season.
In Game 2 of the Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors series, Warriors forward Draymond Green was ejected after a controversial incident with Kings forward Domantas Sabonis. Green appeared to stomp on Sabonis' chest, and Sabonis was given a technical foul for grabbing Green's leg. The incident has sparked debate among NBA fans, with some arguing for a harsher punishment for Green. Game 3 of the series will take place on Thursday, and it is unclear if any further action will be taken against Green.
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to a five-year, $255 million contract extension with quarterback Jalen Hurts, making him the highest-paid player in NFL history. The deal includes a no-trade clause and $179.304 million in guaranteed money. Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie praised Hurts' passion for the game, and the 24-year-old is now the Eagles' quarterback of the future.
The 123rd Boston Marathon saw record-breaking participation from all 50 states and over 100 countries, and was a celebration of the strength and resilience of the running community. Defending champion Evans Chebet of Kenya won the men's race, with Hellen Obiri of Kenya winning the women's race. Tanzanian Gabriel Geay came in second, and world record holder Eliud Kipchoge finished fourth.
Bay Area hip-hop star Earl ‘E-40’ Stevens was ejected from a Sacramento Kings playoff game on Saturday, claiming "racial bias" was the reason. The Kings have since released a statement saying they are investigating the incident and the Warriors have expressed their support for Stevens in his fight against racism and discrimination.