African-Americans

Athletes act: Stars rise up against racial injustice in 2020
By Cliff Brunt Dec. 29, 2020 01:41 PM EST

From Kobe to Maradona, a year of staggering losses in sports
By Fred Lief Dec. 29, 2020 12:54 PM EST
NFL stars joined students in virtual chats about racism
By Rob Maaddi Dec. 25, 2020 01:52 AM EST
For several NFL stars, speaking out against social injustice meant speaking to youngsters about racism.
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce,...

Rams players award $750,000 to social justice programs
By The Associated Press Dec. 04, 2020 11:37 AM EST

Chiefs, Texans booed as racial justice stand sparks outrage
By Heather Hollingsworth Sep. 11, 2020 06:25 PM EDT

Newton feeling thankful, not pressure taking over as Pats QB
By Kyle Hightower Sep. 10, 2020 08:21 PM EDT

Now that NFL supports Colin Kaepernick's fight, what's next?
By Rob Maaddi Sep. 08, 2020 03:06 PM EDT
Roger Goodell: 'The NFL stands with the Black community'
By Rob Maaddi Sep. 01, 2020 09:12 PM EDT
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reiterated the league’s support for players fighting for racial justice and protesting police violence.
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NFL players concerned, 'sick and tired' of racial injustice
By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 26, 2020 06:04 PM EDT

Lawyers: NFL concussion awards discriminate against Blacks
By Maryclaire Dale Aug. 25, 2020 05:37 PM EDT

Washington hires Wright as NFL's 1st Black team president
By Stephen Whyno Aug. 17, 2020 10:37 AM EDT