Raiders lineman comes out closet. Blog King, Mass Appeal LAS VEGAS — The NFL is officially “Woke.” That’s because Carl Nassib, defensive lineman for the Las Vegas Raiders, came out the closet Monday in celebration of LGBT Pride Month — becoming the first active player in NFL history to announce he’s gay. Not surprised. Always knew the Raiders were a ...

Amanda Gorman honorary captain.  Blog King, Mass Appeal LOS ANGELES — Amanda Gorman recited a kick-ass poem at President Joe Biden’s inauguration. Now she plans to do the same at Super Bowl LV. The 22-year-old poet, who captivated America with “The Hill We Climb,” has been selected as an honorary captain for the February 7th interleague matchup featuring our Super ...

Jay-Z & NFL teaming up. Blog King, Mass Appeal NEW YORK — Rap mogul Jay-Z, a huge apologist for Colin Kaepernick, is teaming up with the NFL on social activism and event planning because, according to league officials, his Roc Nation agency will “strengthen [the] community through music and the NFL’s Inspire Change Initiative.” The alliance was announced Tuesday. The ...

Jackson must fix public speaking. Blog King, Mass Appeal BALTIMORE — Everybody knows Heisman trophy winner Lamar Jackson doesn’t articulate well and his English is borderline atrocious. But he’s arguably the most physically-gifted quarterback selected in the 2018 NFL Draft. “I see him as a faster, potentially better, Michael Vick,” said a scout who believes Jackson’s upside is significantly higher ...