NFL
Sports
Raiders’ Darren Waller has been inspired by music to manifest his new life
Great-grandson of jazz legend Fats Waller has poured his heart and soul into writing and recording: ‘The music gave me something to look forward to’
Sports
Marlin Briscoe gave the NFL a glimpse of its future at quarterback
Briscoe, 76, was the first Black quarterback to start in the AFL, inspiring African American athletes who followed at the position
Sports
Pride Month, pro sports and the dubious relationship between them
Leagues celebrate and monetize Pride Nights while rarely advocating for the real change and safety that queer and trans people need
Sports
Jack Del Rio’s comments the latest symptom of the NFL’s ongoing culture problem
The Washington Commanders’ defensive coordinator isn’t the only figure of power who continues to counteract the league’s attempts at progress on race
Sports
Will face time with NFL owners result in minority employees filling top-tier jobs at higher rates?
The potential benefits of NFL’s new program intended to accelerate the rise of qualified minority employees are apparent, participants say, but questions remain
Culture
For Arturo Holmes, photography fulfilled what pre-law could not
“Photography is my voice, my therapy and equally an opportunity to use my talents to motivate and inspire others.”
Sports
Ja’Tyre Carter’s rise to the NFL was sparked by an unexpected change of heart
The former Southern University offensive lineman had hoop dreams growing up, but was convinced by his high school coach to pursue a career in football
Sports
NFL’s efforts to address inclusive hiring problem continue at its spring meeting
The league is introducing its first program designed specifically to provide minority coaching and front-office employees access to team owners
Sports
Was the 2022 NFL draft the start of giving HBCUs a chance again?
The HBCU-to-pros pipeline may not be as rich as it was 30 years ago, but former NFL player and Delaware State coach Rod Milstead believes the talent and dedication are there