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On TwitterJerry Jones: I want Cowboys 'to be part of change'
Jones has been criticized by multiple former Cowboys for his lack of public support as players have participated in protests of systemic racism and police brutality.
Clippers' Ivica Zubac: Patrick Beverley 'never' told Michele Roberts 'I pay your bills'
Ultimately, it's unlikely that we'll ever really get to know what happened in that "moment," unless Beverley and Roberts decide to share their story with the media.
Jalen Ramsey 'not close' to extension with Rams
Jalen Ramsey and Los Angeles Rams are reportedly "not close" to reaching an agreement for an extension but there's not too much concern from either side as they insist it's "still early."
Ole Miss, Oklahoma football teams march to protest racial injustice
The Oklahoma and Ole Miss football teams both marched this week as a sign of solidarity with the nationwide protests of the police shootings of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisc.
Bill Belichick shares biggest change he'd make to NFL rule book
As a defensive coach, it's no surprise Belichick's proposed change would come on that side of the ball.
Dolphins coach Brian Flores: 'I've had guns pointed at me by police officers'
As one of only three Black head coaches in the NFL, Flores has made it clear he's experienced his fair share of racism.
Report: 'Prominent Black players' considering sitting out NFL games to protest Jacob Blake shooting
Over the course of the week, several other NFL teams decided to cancel practices or scrimmages both as a sign of protest and as an opportunity for players to come together and discuss their feelings about social justice, police brutality and many other related topics.
Rockets' Russell Westbrook expected to play Game 5 vs. Thunder
After missing the first 4 games of the Thunders-Rockets series due to a strained right quadriceps, Russell Westbrook is reportedly set to return for Saturday's Game 5.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver pens open letter supporting strike
The players voted to resume the season, but many have made it clear that they expect the owners and league to play more of a role in supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
Russell Westbrook 'explosive as ever' in Rockets' scrimmage
If Westbrook is able to return, he could help boost the Rockets' offense enough to get them into the second round. Westbrook averaged 27.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game during his first season in Houston.
Ravens safety DeShon Elliott 'not worried' about replacing Earl Thomas
Thomas signed a four-year deal with Baltimore but only ending up spending one season with the Ravens before he was released by the team after getting into a fight with fellow safety Chuck Clark.
100 NBA employees strike as sign of solidarity with players
And with about 100 employees standing with the players, it seems to suggest that many who are working in the league are in support of what players are doing.
Baltimore Ravens cancel practice to hold 'social justice reform' meeting
Before they canceled practice, the Ravens made headlines earlier this week when they released a statement on social media with several demands.
LeBron James 'miffed' Bucks players started strike without plan
For LeBron and others, the frustration seems to stem from a lack of planning and communication. On the one hand, it's understandable that the Bucks were feeling emotional about the shooting of Jacob Blake in their home state.
Doc Rivers: Clippers players thought season was 'over'
On Wednesday, all three scheduled playoff games were postponed after the Bucks refused to take the court against the Orlando Magic to protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisc.
Kansas coach Les Miles: Players skipping season 'opt into the pandemic'
Miles doesn't understand players foregoing the season.
Several MLB games postponed to protest Jacob Blake shooting
Multiple MLB games have been postponed in response to the police shooting of Jacob Blake, making it the second straight day that baseball teams have refused to take the field in response to police brutality and systemic racism.
Saints honor Jacob Blake on helmets for Thursday's practice
Count the Saints among the NFL teams taking a stand for social justice.
Eight Nebraska football players sue Big Ten for postponing season
Garrett Snodgrass, Garrett Nelson, Ethan Piper, Noa Pola-Gates, Alante Brown, Brant Banks, Brig Banks and Jackson Hannah are the Nebraska players filing the lawsuit.
Naomi Osaka will play in delayed Western & Southern Tournament
Osaka is a two-time major champion and was the first tennis player to threaten to withdraw from the Western & Southern Tournament in response to the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisc.
Barcelona President says he'd step down to get Lionel Messi to stay with team
Messi has played for Barcelona his entire professional career, and many fans assumed he would finish out his career with the club.
NBA players vote to resume season; Thursday's games postponed
Thursday's scheduled games will still be postponed, and according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, "the resumption of playoff games could come as soon as Friday."
Draymond Green weighs in on state of NBA season
Green feels that while protecting Black lives is more important than basketball, he believes that players will be able to lend a voice to the movement by playing.
Report: 'Optimism' about a majority of players wanting to continue playoffs
After the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisc., over the weekend, several NBA players voiced their anger and sadness about the state of racial inequality in America.
Joe Burrow passionately reacts to fallout from Jacob Blake shooting
With the police shooting of Jacob Blake, the national focus has shifted back to police brutality and systemic racism, and athletes in nearly every major American sport have spoken up and taken action in response.
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