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NFL to Play Black Anthem Before National Anthem - Black News Channel
By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer/ BNC Contributor Lift Evry Voice and Sing will be performed live or played before The Star-Spangled Banner prior to each NFL game during Week 1 and the league is considering putting names of victims of police brutality on helmet decals or jersey
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Rumors swirling Deshaun Watson seeking trade from Texans - DefenderNetwork.com
It’s seeming less likely that Kansas City offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy will be the Texans next head coach. But that could be the least of the Texans' concerns right now. The biggest problem may be franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is rumored to be contemplating asking the team for
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Patrick Mahomes Agrees to Half-Billion-Dollar Contract Extension with Chiefs, the Largest Athlete Deal In Sports History
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Patriots Sign QB Cam Newton to Replace Tom Brady
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Pharrell Williams Helps Announce Juneteenth As An Official Paid Holiday In Virginia
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