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New York Post
10-05-2025
- New York Post
John Elway's agent Jeff Sperbeck's cause of death revealed
Jeff Sperbeck, the longtime agent and close friend of NFL legend John Elway, died in what California investigators are calling an accident. The Riverside Sheriff's Coroner has ruled that the cause of death was blunt head trauma after Sperbeck fell from a moving golf cart on April 26 in La Quinta, California. The incident occurred at the Madison Club, where Elway was reportedly driving the cart. Advertisement 'The cause of death is 'blunt head trauma,' and the manner of death is 'accident' and the mode of death (how the injury occurred) is 'passenger fell from golf cart,' the office said in a statement Friday. Authorities found no evidence of criminal activity or mechanical failure in the death of the 62-year-old. 3 Former NFLer John Elway hits his tee on the second hole on day one of the 2024 American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course on July 12, 2024 in Stateline, Nevada. Getty Images Shortly after the accident, Elway's attorney, Harvey Steinberg, told 9NEWS in Denver: 'This has been a terrible time for everyone involved, and our hearts continue to go out to the Sperbeck family. As John grieves this unimaginable loss, we appreciate the efforts of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. Advertisement 'The investigation has confirmed what we already knew: This was a tragic accident and sometimes things happen in life that we will never comprehend.' Elway expressed profound sorrow over the loss, saying, 'I am absolutely devastated and heartbroken by the passing of my close friend, business partner and agent Jeff Sperbeck,' Elway previously said in his own statement. 'There are no words to truly express the profound sadness I feel with the sudden loss of someone who has meant so much to me,' Elway continued. 'My heart and deepest sympathies go out to Jeff's wife, Cori; his children Carly, Sam and Jackson; and everyone who knew and loved him. Jeff will be deeply missed for the loyalty, wisdom, friendship and love he brought into my life and the lives of so many others.' Advertisement 3 Jeff Sperbeck on the field in an image posted to social media in 2016. Jeff Sperbeck/Facebook 3 John Elway (l) and Jeff Sperbeck (r) in 2015. Jeff Sperbeck/Facebook Sperbeck had a distinguished career as an NFL agent, representing over 100 players and co-founding the wine brand 7Cellars with the Hall of Famer Elway.
New York Post
01-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
College football analyst details ‘very unusual' Shedeur Sanders disrespect
Ross Tucker walked out of the hotel and who did he see but Shedeur Sanders. Earlier that day, Tucker, the former NFLer, and his CBS broadcast crew had been told that the Colorado quarterback would not be meeting them for their customary pregame session as promised ahead of a game against Colorado State. 'We weren't really given a reason but we did not talk to Shedeur at the production meetings, which, as you know, starting quarterback, especially high-profile player like that, very unusual,' Tucker recalled on the 'Dan Patrick Show' on Wednesday of the September developments. NFL folks later peppered Tucker about his thoughts on Sanders, which would foreshadow the focus on Sanders both leading into and the NFL draft. Many have wondered if those concerns played a large factor in why Sanders fell to the Browns in the fifth round at pick No. 144 overall, although some have said his talent played a large role. Tucker's story provided a glimpse into the little tales that can permeate league circles and factor into why a prospect may move up or down boards. 'NFL people asked me after that game, 'What did you think of Shedeur?' and I said, 'I didn't get to talk to him. Maybe he's the greatest kid ever. Maybe he's a bad kid. I don't know, but I told them the story and they just kind of nodded their head and just made me wonder, Dan, how many stories are there like that in which Shedeur did things that were not customary? (That) He did things non traditionally?' Tucker said. 'It certainly seemed like that was the deal with a lot of the combine interviews and meetings with teams and especially at that position, I think it makes them very nervous that already in college he was getting out of things you're supposed to be doing. What's he going to be like if he's a first-round pick in the NFL draft?' Tucker explained that the way prospects conduct themselves and how they treat other people matters, and there have been further reports on how Sanders operated in his pre-draft interviews. 3 Shedeur Sanders slipped to the fifth round. Getty Images for ONIT 3 Ross Tucker on the 'Dan Patrick Show.' @dpshow/X Some reports indicated Sanders did not do well with teams he did not feel were good fits or potential destinations. Jason Kelce mentioned on the latest 'New Heights' podcast that teams would put up with some antics if they felt the talent outweighed the distractions, and the draft showed that some teams felt Shedeur did not have the capabilities to outweigh the off-the-field concerns. Tucker said that once teams viewed Sanders as a quarterback, those worries grow larger since the backup quarterback should not be generating headlines. 3 Shedeur Sanders skipped a production meeting before the Colorado-Colorado State game. Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports 'If he had Cam Ward's talent, he still would have been a first-round pick. I think that the Titans would have taken Cam Ward instead of him, meaning the intangibles, the way he carries himself, that stuff matters. But if he was talented, I believe the Browns at two, the Giants at three, they would have taken him,' Tucker said. 'You're OK with having that level of attention if it's your top-five pick, your starting quarterback. That goes along with it. 'We know this, from (Colin) Kaepernick to (Tim) Tebow, nobody wants the most high-profile quarterback on the team to be the backup quarterback. Nobody wants a lightning rod, polarizing backup quarterback.'
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Former NFL WAG Gia Duddy slams online report she was hanging out with Will Levis' teammates
Gia Duddy, the popular social-media influencer and ex-girlfriend of Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis, has pushed back on a report claiming she was hanging out with his teammates at a bar. The claim from fellow Nashville-based influencer RJ Ellison shows a photo of Titans players Jefferey Simmons, T'Vondre Sweat, and Arden Key outside a Music City bar. Duddy was at the Nashville hotspot according to Ellison, although she is not pictured in the photo. The accusation picked up momentum after popular X account MLFootball shared it on their page. Duddy, who broke up with Levis in 2023, months after he was selected by the Titans and she was spotted in the draft room supporting her former beau, spoke out denying her presence at the bar. 'Journalism is literally dead. I'm not even in this photo or with them… y'all just love a story. Embarrassing,' Duddy said. Levis and Duddy dated for three years throughout college and broke up in late 2023 Replying to the messages from MLFootball was Duddy's first post of her own words on X in more than three years. 'She wasn't in the picture but I saw her there,' Ellison replied in another message to those questioning him with the lack of Duddy in his picture. Simmons, Sweat, and Key have all not spoken up about the claim from Ellison. Levis and Duddy dated for three years throughout college, with the signal caller playing at Penn State and Kentucky. Levis' time as Tennessee's starter has not led to much success for the Titans, who selected former Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the top overall pick in last week's NFL Draft. Duddy has not hard launched a relationship since her breakup with Levis, while the NFLer dated former contestant on 'The Bachelor', Victoria Fuller, last year. Fuller and Levis are also no longer together after a short romance.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jason Kelce says he lost 'all my money' in New Orleans at Super Bowl LIX — here's what happened and what you can learn
Travis Kelce, along with the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered a crushing loss at Super Bowl LIX after being obliterated 40-22 by the Philadelphia Eagles. But his brother, Jason, also turned out to be a loser over the course of that eventful weekend. The retired NFLer revealed that he lost "all my money" gambling while in Louisiana, New Orleans, for the big game Feb. 9. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) A near-record number of Americans are grappling with $1,000 car payments and many drivers can't keep up. Here are 3 ways to stay ahead Protect your retirement savings with these 5 essential money moves — most of which you can complete in just minutes "Casino's right next door, and because I won so much money last year at Las Vegas [at the Super Bowl], I thought, 'You know, hey, we'll just keep this rolling, this will be great,''' he recalled during an episode of the "New Heights" podcast he hosts along with Travis. But the magic didn't work this time. He described one point while playing craps as being "a bigger bloodbath than the game." Jason failed to take his own advice before hitting the tables. "I don't normally go to the casino," he said. "It's just like handing them money." Fortunately for Jason, after earning $80-plus million over 13 years as a player, plus finding lucrative work as a podcaster and TV commentator after football, he likely can absorb the loss. About 85% of U.S. adults have gambled at least once in their lives, according to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), while 60% having gambled within the past year. And with at least some form of legalized gambling — including state-run lotteries — available in every state but Hawaii and Utah, it's easy enough for Americans to get access to it. The problem, though, is that gambling can lead to serious financial losses. The NCPG estimates that problem gambling costs Americans $14 billion per year in the form of gambling-related criminal justice and health-care spending, job loss, bankruptcy and other consequences. Even one-off gambling events can have serious consequences, such as what happened to Jason. Part of the trap he fell into may have been due to a cognitive bias known as the availability heuristic. It's a bias that has people making decisions based on information that's easily available or top of mind as opposed to data or hard facts. Jason indicated he went on a winning streak at the previous year's Super Bowl. He relied on a previously positive outcome to guide his decision-making at this year's event instead of looking at the facts, which dictate that over time, you're more likely to lose money at a casino rather than win. Read more: Home prices in America could fly through the roof in 2025 — here's the big reason why and how to take full advantage (with as little as $10) Jason isn't the only celebrity to lose a large amount of money gambling. Actor Charlie Sheen had a well-publicized gambling problem, and hip hop artist Drake has been known to bet hundreds of thousands of dollars on sporting events One of the problems with gambling is that it can start as a social activity and turn dark quickly. It can be hard to say no when friends invite you to a casino to celebrate a birthday or bachelor party. But even a single night of gambling could have serious financial consequences. To that end, one thing you may want to do is only bring cash with you to a casino. Decide how much money you can lose without it being painful, and bring that exact amount with you. Leave your credit and debit cards at home to avoid the temptation to gamble more or "win back" your losses. Another option, of course, is to just say no to gambling altogether if it's something you're not comfortable doing. It's okay to opt out of social situations that aren't within your comfort zone. It's also important to recognize when you or someone you love has a problem with gambling. The NCPG says that an estimated 2.5 million U.S. adults meet the criteria for a severe gambling problem in a given year. Another 5 to 8 million meet the criteria for mild or moderate gambling problems. But even a "mild" problem could upend your finances. As a starting point, if you feel an intervention is needed, you can call 1-800-GAMBLER to get connected with help in your area. You can also look into local counseling centers that focus on gambling addictions. Jamie Dimon issues a warning about the US stock market — says prices are 'kind of inflated.' Crashproof your portfolio with these 3 rock-solid strategies 'I like this stuff': Self-made $500M mogul and YouTuber reveals his 'essential' US portfolio that he says Amazon 'can't hurt' — here's his secret formula and how you can copy it in 2025 Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jason Kelce says he lost 'all my money' in New Orleans at Super Bowl LIX — here's what happened and what you can learn
Travis Kelce, along with the Kansas City Chiefs, suffered a crushing loss at Super Bowl LIX after being obliterated 40-22 by the Philadelphia Eagles. But his brother, Jason, also turned out to be a loser over the course of that eventful weekend. The retired NFLer revealed that he lost "all my money" gambling while in Louisiana, New Orleans, for the big game Feb. 9. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) A near-record number of Americans are grappling with $1,000 car payments and many drivers can't keep up. Here are 3 ways to stay ahead Protect your retirement savings with these 5 essential money moves — most of which you can complete in just minutes "Casino's right next door, and because I won so much money last year at Las Vegas [at the Super Bowl], I thought, 'You know, hey, we'll just keep this rolling, this will be great,''' he recalled during an episode of the "New Heights" podcast he hosts along with Travis. But the magic didn't work this time. He described one point while playing craps as being "a bigger bloodbath than the game." Jason failed to take his own advice before hitting the tables. "I don't normally go to the casino," he said. "It's just like handing them money." Fortunately for Jason, after earning $80-plus million over 13 years as a player, plus finding lucrative work as a podcaster and TV commentator after football, he likely can absorb the loss. About 85% of U.S. adults have gambled at least once in their lives, according to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), while 60% having gambled within the past year. And with at least some form of legalized gambling — including state-run lotteries — available in every state but Hawaii and Utah, it's easy enough for Americans to get access to it. The problem, though, is that gambling can lead to serious financial losses. The NCPG estimates that problem gambling costs Americans $14 billion per year in the form of gambling-related criminal justice and health-care spending, job loss, bankruptcy and other consequences. Even one-off gambling events can have serious consequences, such as what happened to Jason. Part of the trap he fell into may have been due to a cognitive bias known as the availability heuristic. It's a bias that has people making decisions based on information that's easily available or top of mind as opposed to data or hard facts. Jason indicated he went on a winning streak at the previous year's Super Bowl. He relied on a previously positive outcome to guide his decision-making at this year's event instead of looking at the facts, which dictate that over time, you're more likely to lose money at a casino rather than win. Read more: Home prices in America could fly through the roof in 2025 — here's the big reason why and how to take full advantage (with as little as $10) Jason isn't the only celebrity to lose a large amount of money gambling. Actor Charlie Sheen had a well-publicized gambling problem, and hip hop artist Drake has been known to bet hundreds of thousands of dollars on sporting events One of the problems with gambling is that it can start as a social activity and turn dark quickly. It can be hard to say no when friends invite you to a casino to celebrate a birthday or bachelor party. But even a single night of gambling could have serious financial consequences. To that end, one thing you may want to do is only bring cash with you to a casino. Decide how much money you can lose without it being painful, and bring that exact amount with you. Leave your credit and debit cards at home to avoid the temptation to gamble more or "win back" your losses. Another option, of course, is to just say no to gambling altogether if it's something you're not comfortable doing. It's okay to opt out of social situations that aren't within your comfort zone. It's also important to recognize when you or someone you love has a problem with gambling. The NCPG says that an estimated 2.5 million U.S. adults meet the criteria for a severe gambling problem in a given year. Another 5 to 8 million meet the criteria for mild or moderate gambling problems. But even a "mild" problem could upend your finances. As a starting point, if you feel an intervention is needed, you can call 1-800-GAMBLER to get connected with help in your area. You can also look into local counseling centers that focus on gambling addictions. Jamie Dimon issues a warning about the US stock market — says prices are 'kind of inflated.' Crashproof your portfolio with these 3 rock-solid strategies 'I like this stuff': Self-made $500M mogul and YouTuber reveals his 'essential' US portfolio that he says Amazon 'can't hurt' — here's his secret formula and how you can copy it in 2025 Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
