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“You Peacefully Protested”: Wife Nessa’s Powerful Message to Colin Kaepernick as ‘Cruelly Treated’ NFL Star Wins Major Award
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has put Colin Kaepernick in rare company. The former NFL quarterback has been named one of the first honorees for the Ralph Ellison Award for Defenders of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Arts, Business, Science, and Sports, alongside Bruce Springsteen. Colin’s wife, Nessa Diab, has seen the […] The post “You Peacefully Protested”: Wife Nessa’s Powerful Message to Colin Kaepernick as ‘Cruelly Treated’ NFL Star Wins Major Award appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Beloved Short Track Employee Passes Away After Horrific Flagstand Accident
On most race nights, fans are watching the battle on the track. Very few look up at the flagstand unless a caution comes out. But at Flamboro Speedway, everyone knew who was standing there. For more than 40 years, Doug MacLean became as much a part of the speedway as the racing itself, first as […] The post Beloved Short Track Employee Passes Away After Horrific Flagstand Accident appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Injury Concerns Force Jason Day to Withdraw From $8.8 Million PGA Tour Event
A 13-time PGA Tour winner, Jason Day is now fighting to stay relevant. He withdrew from the 2026 U.S. Open because of a lingering back injury, which stems from an annular tear in his L4-L5 discs diagnosed in 2019. Although the American professional had undergone rhizotomy surgery in 2020, the pain really never left. Now […] The post Injury Concerns Force Jason Day to Withdraw From $8.8 Million PGA Tour Event appeared first on EssentiallySports.
‘Constant Daily Battle’: PGA Tour Pro Admits the Fight Didn’t End With Depression Comeback
Aaron Wise returned to the PGA Tour after a long battle with depression, only to discover the battle never ended. After a successful five-year career, he suddenly stepped away from the golf course for almost two years. The journey was arduous, but he is back now; he remains open about his struggles to promote mental […] The post ‘Constant Daily Battle’: PGA Tour Pro Admits the Fight Didn’t End With Depression Comeback appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Casemiro Signs Joins Inter Miami As MLS Launches Investigation Into Tampering
Brazil midfielder and five-time Champions League winner Casemiro joins Inter Miami as Major League Soccer investigates whether the reigning league champion engaged in tampering.
2026 NASCAR Odds: Denny Hamlin Favored For Brickyard 400; Larson One To Watch
Will Denny Hamlin find his way into Victory Lane for the fifth time this season when Cup goes to Indy? Here are the odds for the Brickyard 400.
NASCAR Chase Tracker: Ryan Blaney Clinches; 13 Spots Remain
NASCAR is returning to The Chase postseason format. So which drivers are in, out or on the bubble?
INDYCAR Silly Season Tracker: Rahal Sells Charter To Dreyer & Reinbold
Some of the biggest names in INDYCAR — including a past champion — will be making moves after the 2026 season. Here's where things stand.
Last Night In Baseball: How'd He Hit That?! D-Backs Walk Off Into Wild-Card Spot
The D-backs won on an impossible pitch, the Phillies lost on a play you have to see, Fernando Tatis Jr. and Luis Robert Jr. crushed some baseballs and more from Tuesday's MLB action.
2026 NFL Odds: Which WR Will Lead League In Receiving Yards, Touchdowns?
Who will lead the NFL in receiving yards and touchdowns in 2026? Check out the latest odds.
2026 MLB Trade Deadline Buzz, Trades Tracker: Yankees In On Mason Miller
The 2026 MLB trade deadline is Monday, Aug. 3, at 6 p.m. ET. Here are the rumors, news and trades leading up to that day.
Former Commanders, 49ers WR Deebo Samuel: 'I Got 3-4 Good Years Left'
Former Washington Commanders and San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel expressed how much longer he can play in the NFL.
