Michael Oher, the subject of the 2009 Oscar-winning film "The Blind Side," has filed court documents claiming he was misled into signing away his legal rights and entering a conservatorship with the Tuohy family of Tennessee. The conservatorship strips a person of their civil rights and allows the third-party to profit from their name and likeness. Oher is now seeking to have the conservatorship declared invalid and is asking for damages for the profits the Tuohys have made. The case is ongoing, and the court's ruling is yet to be determined.
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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.
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."
Tom Brady, retired NFL legend, has taken on a new role as co-owner and chairman of the advisory board of English soccer team Birmingham City. Brady will join hedge fund manager Tom Wagner as a minority owner and will work directly with the club's leadership team. His involvement with the team could help them reach the top division of English soccer once again.
Kevin Maxen, an associate strength coach with the Jacksonville Jaguars, has become the first male coach in a major U.S.-based professional league to come out as gay. His announcement has been met with support from the NFL and the Jaguars organization, and is a sign of progress for the NFL and the LGBTQ+ community. Maxen said he wanted to be vocal in support of people living how they want to live, but also to just live and not feel fear.