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Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Lot of people have a lot to say": Shannon Sharpe breaks silence on how he's been coping amid $50 million sexual assault lawsuit
Shannon Sharpe is facing a $50 million lawsuit.(Image via Paras Griffin/Getty) Shannon Sharpe, the NFL legend , might just be facing one of the toughest phases of his life. It has been a few weeks since Shannon Sharpe was sued for $50 million after a young woman accused him of sexual assault. Till a few weeks ago, Shannon Sharpe had constantly been putting out statements on X and through his lawyers, where he completely denied the accusations, but recently, he broke his silence about the whole controversy and actually spoke about it, even though he directly did not address the sexual assault allegations. Shannon Sharpe breaks silence about his life amid the $50 million sexual assault lawsuit Unc & Ocho React to Shedeur Sanders Standing on BUSINESS About Proving Himself Right | Nightcap On a recent episode of his popular show, Night Cap , he was joined by his co-host, Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson, the two were discussing about Shedeur Sanders' situation but suddenly the topic shifted. Suddenly, Shannon Sharpe started speaking about the things he is facing in his life even though he did not directly address the allegations made by the young woman. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Upto 15% Discount for Salaried Individuals ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo Shannon Sharpe said, 'Everybody knows what I'm going through…Obviously, the elephant is not in the room. Everybody knows what I'm going through. Lot of people have a lot to say.' The NFL legend continued, 'But, as my brother been calling me, I met a lot of people, and thank y'all to everybody that's reached out and the thoughts and prayers - I sincerely appreciate that - but when you think about it, Ocho, man, 50 percent of the people don't care that you got problems…The other 50 percent glad that you got them.' However, when Shannon Sharpe's co-host Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson offered him words of encouragement and said, 'Come on, Pastor, take your time', the NFL legend suddenly paused. Shannon Sharpe looked a bit overwhelmed and then brought back the topic to Shedeur Sanders' situation. Shannon Sharpe maintains that he never sexually assaulted the young woman This was the first time when Shannon Sharpe spoke about what has been going on in his life. While after the rape allegations and $50 million lawsuit were made public, the NFL legend did withdraw from his role at ESPN's First Take, but continued with his own shows. Many fans were initially shocked by how Shannon Sharpe could continue with his own shows but it feels like the recent episode of Nightcap has brought some sense of relief among fans. A fan's comment about the episode read as, 'If you pay attention this was a soul cleansing moment for Shannon, and he needed this moment. Not only was this a moment for Shedeur, this was a moment for himself, and anyone else who's going through it or been through it.' Another comment read as, 'I'm glad to see you in good spirits, Shannon. The fact that Nightcap is still going strong just proves they can't break you. 💯' At the moment, Shannon Sharpe continues to maintain that he and the young girl were in a 'consensual' relationship. Also Read: "I worry for her safety": Shannon Sharpe's ex Michele Evans expresses concern for Jane Doe's safety amid $50 million sexual assault lawsuit Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
USA Today
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Bengals legend Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson gives advice to prospects in 2025 draft class
Bengals legend Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson gives advice to prospects in 2025 draft class This week, Touchdown Wire's Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Cincinnati Bengals legend and retired NFL wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson at the Whitney Museum in New York City during his panel appearance for eMLS CUP 2025. During his interview with Easton Jr., Johnson shared valuable advice for the talented crop of wide receiver prospects in the 2025 NFL draft class, and gave his opinion on touchdown celebrations in the league today. "Focus on your craft and not your brand because of social media right now; everybody wants to create this brand, and, you know, without working on the craft, but if you're good at your craft, the brand can create itself," Johnson advised. "So everybody's getting lost and worrying about a brand deal. Take care of everything if you're that boy on the field. Social media is somewhat of a drug, in a sense. You have to be seen focusing on your craft. I haven't played football in 13-14 years, and that brand of mine is still just as strong as if I had just played yesterday, but I was great at what I did on the field. So you take care of that part. The rest is carrying itself. The name is carrying itself. I ain't caught the ball in years." The six-time Pro Bowler spoke on Major League Soccer's GAME ON: Next-Gen Fandom panel, which featured thought leaders, industry disruptors, and Gen Z voices. The panel explored the evolution of sports consumption, the influences of gaming, hip-hop, digital art, and sneaker culture, and how authenticity in the digital age is essential for audience engagement. "There's another example of how sports expands and transcends boundaries and athletes today," said MLS Executive Vice President and Chief Engagement Officer Sola Winley. "They resonate, and so you look for heroes, right, people that can transcend teams, since athletes are moving around, and people feel connected to athletes and individuals and want to know what they're doing in their life. So Chad [Johnson is] out here today, hanging out with us and enjoying some Major League Soccer." Johnson enjoyed pushing the boundaries of how he could celebrate touchdowns during his successful football career, and he chimed in strongly on the freedom players have today with their ideas. "That's what made it so fun, the fact that you couldn't do it," Johnson explained. "So, [we] always [found] loopholes around it. Today, they let everybody celebrate, but nobody's pushing the [expletive] envelope. Push the envelope. I would push it. Listen, if I was playing today and you're allowed to celebrate, I'm pulling the fan out of the stands or some [expletive] that hadn't been done before. We can celebrate as a group. I would integrate. Listen, the game of football is all about fan interaction. I would take that to the next level: fan engagement. I'll pull somebody out of the stands so fast. Can you imagine?" "We've seen it. No matter what you do, the stuff I did was authentic. It was one of one. It's organic, not everything you see now. We've seen that before," said Johnson in his evaluation of today's NFL celebrations. "Doing the Temptations and the Five Heartbeats are doing stuff that we've already seen, whether through TV media. I would push the envelope. Do something not in the rule book and force them to make a rule."
USA Today
19-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Bengals legend Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson reacts to Chiefs' loss to Eagles in Super Bowl LIX
Bengals legend Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson reacts to Chiefs' loss to Eagles in Super Bowl LIX This week, Chiefs Wire's Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Cincinnati Bengals legend and retired NFL wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson at the Whitney Museum in New York City during his panel appearance for eMLS CUP 2025. In his interview with Easton Jr., Johnson shared his reaction to Kansas City's disappointing loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX and detailed his thoughts on why the Chiefs fell short in their three-peat bid. "I'm not surprised," Johnson said of Kansas City's defeat at the hands of Philadelphia last month. "I mean, you watched them all year. You understood the defensive line, and that was there. I call it the meat and potatoes of their defense: always one up front in any football game, no matter what, if it turns out as strong as they are. You understood the Chiefs' weakness was on the offensive line. The offensive line has been [expletive] up all year long. "They've had a continuous merry-go-round of putting people in certain positions to see what fits. It never worked. But [Patrick] Mahomes was so great that he could overcome most of the struggles with the offensive line, right? But get to the [expletive] Eagles, who got all those young dogs up there from Georgia, and that's what you get. I knew it would probably go like, I didn't know it would be that bad; I knew they had the edge." The Chiefs' offensive line struggled against the Eagles' front four defensive linemen, as pass rushers routinely put pressure on Patrick Mahomes. Philadelphia finished the game with six sacks on the two-time league MVP, disrupting Kansas City's game plan. The Cincinnati Bengals all-time receiving yards leader spoke on Major League Soccer's GAME ON: Next-Gen Fandom panel, which featured thought leaders, industry disruptors, and Gen Z voices. The panel explored the evolution of sports consumption, the influences of gaming, hip-hop, digital art, and sneaker culture, and how authenticity in the digital age is essential for audience engagement. "Well, there's a lot of NFL, NBA, and sports icons connected to Major League Soccer, and Chad [Johnson has been] very vocal about his love and his interest in the sport," MLS Executive Vice President and Chief Engagement Officer Sola Winley explained. "He shows up to events like this. He's a supporter of the league. We have a lot of other former athletes and current athletes who have invested and partnered with Major League Soccer, from Kevin Durant to others who are participating." Johnson is an avid gamer, especially when playing the EA SPORTS FC franchise. The game reaches global audiences and the next generation of fans, as many attended the crowning of a new eMLS 2025 champion at the Whitney Museum.
USA Today
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
NFL legend Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson reflects on history of working with MLS, EA SPORTS FC
NFL legend Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson reflects on history of working with MLS, EA SPORTS FC This week, Touchdown Wire's Ed Easton Jr. spoke to Cincinnati Bengals legend and retired NFL wide receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson at the Whitney Museum in New York City during his panel appearance for eMLS CUP 2025. In his conversation with Easton Jr., Johnson opened up about his work with MLS and dominance as a gamer playing EA SPORTS FC. "I am actually working with MLS and getting an opportunity to work at the World Cup In Qatar for four months straight; they understood my love for the game and being able to talk about it," said Johnson. "It was the relationships I built with players over the years. I started back in 2001, so I know damn near everybody, so I had a personal connection. I was able to bridge that gap from the media. Listen, we don't have to go through that individual's assistant. I could pick up the phone and text him, but it made it easier." Over the years, Johnson earned a reputation in the eSports community for his skills in every version of EA SPORTS FC. He loves the competition so far that he's regularly traveled to opposing gamers' houses to battle in person. "Yeah, I still do that. I don't care, you talk s*** when I'm traveling, I will catch an Uber, come to the house, as long you got food, i still do," said Johnson, who also shot down the notion that any former or current NFL player could compete with him in the game. "No, not even close. I'm an avid gamer. People play EAFC for recreation; I play EAFC as a way of life." Johnson appeared as a panelist during the event, which featured an elite EA SPORTS FC 25 competition with some of the world's best participants. The 2025 eMLS Cup featured a panel discussion with emerging and established athletes, high-energy music performances, and immersive art experiences. Blending these engaging elements showcased the future of sports, gaming, and digital fandom. "The Whitney Museum has been a terrific partner," said MLS Executive Vice President and Chief Engagement Officer Sola Winley. "We did an event with them earlier in the year and they've been just a terrific partner just to be able to host us. They have Free Friday nights, It introduces a new audience to the museum, an audience that Major League Soccer is also interested in, a younger, more diverse, tech-savvy audience interested in culture. So, events like today are extremely successful for the league. I couldn't be more happy with the turnout."
