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Toronto Sun
05-08-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Ex-NFL running back found guilty in massive dog-fighting case involving almost 200 animals
LeShon Johnson was convicted of six felony counts related to his role in record-setting dog-fighting ring. Running back LeShon Johnson of the Arizona Cardinals uses his left arm in attempt to break through the grasp of defensive lineman Brad Culpepper of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during a game in 1996. Getty Images LeShon Johnson, a former running back who played five seasons in the NFL, has been convicted of six felony counts in relation to his role in a record-setting dog-fighting bust. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account A U.S. federal jury in Oklahoma found the former NFLer guilty last week of violating the federal Animal Welfare Act's prohibitions against possessing, selling, transporting and delivering animals to be used in fighting ventures, the Department of Justice announced on Monday. Johnson, who played in the NFL from 1994-99, faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a fine of up to US$250,000 on each count. He will be sentenced at a later date. In the bust, officials said that they had seized 190 dogs, which the Department of Justice believes is the largest-ever seizure of dogs in a federal case of this kind. 'This criminal profited off of the misery of innocent animals and he will face severe consequences for his vile crimes,' U.S. attorney general Pamela Bondi said in a statement. 'This case underscores the Department of Justice's commitment to protecting animals from abuse — 190 dogs are now safe thanks to outstanding collaborative work by our attorneys and law enforcement components.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. During the multi-day trial, prosecutors presented evidence that Johnson had bred and trafficked dogs for his 'Mal Kant Kennels' operation in order to fight them. Read More Federal prosecutors said that the 54-year-old was selectively breeding 'champion' and 'grand champion' fighting dogs — canines that have won multiple fights — to create offspring that could fight. 'The FBI will not stand for those who perpetuate the despicable crime of dogfighting,' FBI director Kash Patel said in a statement. 'Thanks to the hard work of our law enforcement partners, those who continue to engage in organized animal fighting and cruelty will face justice.' Johnson previously had pleaded guilty to state charges related to animal fighting in Oklahoma in 2004. During his NFL career, Johnson played for the Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals and New York Giants. He ran for 955 yards and scored seven touchdowns during his career. Columnists Relationships Sunshine Girls Opinion Canada
New York Post
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Deion Sanders dodges Karrueche Tran question as dating rumors swirl
Deion Sanders had a clever way of dodging a question about rumors that he and actress Karrueche Tran are dating after she supported the Colorado head football coach during his bladder removal surgery in May. During an appearance on the 'Say What Needs To Be Said' podcast, former NFLer Asante Samuel asked Sanders about his relation to Tran, and mentioned how she was seen crying at the Hall of Famer's bedside in a YouTube video shared by his son Deion Jr. 'Don't kill the messenger,' Samuel said at the end of the interview. 'Everyone seen Karrueche Tran by your side during your hospital visit. Everyone want to know what that friendship is.' That's when Sanders pretended the connection was cutting out on the call. 'Hey, we got a bad connection,' Sanders, 57, said, clearly joking as he got up and began closing the computer. 5 Deion Sanders had a clever way of dodging a question about rumors that he and actress Karrueche Tran are dating after she supported the Colorado head football coach during his bladder removal surgery in May. YouTube/Say What Needs To Be Said Samuel laughed it off and praised Sanders for his leadership and wisdom. Tran, 37, was seen crying while sitting at Sanders' bedside as he was about to go into surgery after doctors found a cancerous tumor in his bladder. 5 Karrueche Tran supported Deion Sanders as he underwent surgery to remove his bladder in May, after doctors found a cancerous tumor the month prior. YouTube/Well Off Media 5 Karrueche Tran and Deion Sanders hold hands as he is escorted to the operating room to have his bladder removal surgery. YouTube/Well Off Media The 'Claws' star held Sanders' hand as he was escorted on a gurney to the operating room. 'We are at the hospital because we are dealing with… bladder cancer,' Tran, 37, said while taking a pause to cry. 'He's having his bladder removed and they will create a new bladder with one of his intestines. And this option was I guess the best because it fully removes the cancer. to ensure it won't come back because it was close to his muscle.' It's unclear if Sanders and Tran are dating, and they have yet to address the rumors. Sanders and his long-time fiancée, TV producer Tracey Edmonds, split after 12 years together in December 2023. Sanders revealed he is cancer free while addressing his health issues at a press conference Monday in Boulder, which included Dr. Janet Kukreja, director of urological oncology at the University of Colorado Cancer Center. 5 Karrueche Tran at Teyana Taylor's the Dirty Rose, Paradise Club, in New York on May 5, 2025. Madeleine Thomas/ He took time away from the team in the spring for an unspecified health issue. Sanders added that his doctors found the bladder cancer during a routine checkup on his blood clots in his foot and leg. In 2021, the Hall of Famer had his left big toe and second toe amputated due to blood clots. 5 Colorado head coach DeIon Sanders, center, speaks beating bladder cancer during a news conference Monday, July 28, 2025, in Boulder, Colo. AP Sanders, who coached Colorado to a 9-4 record in his second season with the team, agreed to a five-year, $54 million contract extension in March. The Buffaloes open the 2025 season against Georgia Tech on Aug. 29 in Boulder.
Calgary Herald
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Former NFL star Ochocinco responds after TikToker reveals contents of old storage locker
A storage unit that belonged to former NFL star wideout Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson was bought by an online influencer who later revealed its contents online. Article content Johnson has said he used to own the locker, but wrote on X: 'I don't want all that old a** s***.' Article content Hunters showed there were cockroaches amongst the stuff. Article content He said it was filled with pricey items, including a mink vest he estimated might fetch $5,000, to autographed memorabilia from Johnson's days in the NFL. Article content It also reportedly housed plenty of shoes, including Yves Saint Laurent and soccer cleats signed by Brazilian star Ronaldinho, plus guitars and designer clothes. Article content Ochocinco made plenty of money during his NFL career, went on Dancing with the Stars, and now co-hosts a podcast called Night Cap with fellow former NFLer Shannon Sharpe. The pair talked in a Tuesday episode about Ochocinco's surprise at seeing his old storage unit being investigated. Article content Article content Johnson claims on the episode it was actually not one but two storage units cleaned out by the TikToker and said he doesn't want to 'hoard' stuff from '2004 or 2005' that he no longer wears or needs. Article content 'That's late 20 year-old, 30 year-old Chad,' he says. 'I'm about to be 50, I'm not going to wear,' he said before Sharpe cut him off to say he could have donated the items. Article content 'Do I look like the person that's gonna take all that stuff and donate it?' he asked. Article content Johnson said once he was done with football, he lost interest in any of the memorabilia. Article content
Ottawa Citizen
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Ottawa Citizen
Former NFL star Ochocinco responds after TikToker reveals contents of old storage locker
A storage unit that belonged to former NFL star wideout Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson was bought by an online influencer who later revealed its contents online. Article content Article content Johnson has said he used to own the locker, but wrote on X: 'I don't want all that old a** s***.' Article content Hunters showed there were cockroaches amongst the stuff. Article content He said it was filled with pricey items, including a mink vest he estimated might fetch $5,000, to autographed memorabilia from Johnson's days in the NFL. Article content It also reportedly housed plenty of shoes, including Yves Saint Laurent and soccer cleats signed by Brazilian star Ronaldinho, plus guitars and designer clothes. Article content Ochocinco made plenty of money during his NFL career, went on Dancing with the Stars, and now co-hosts a podcast called Night Cap with fellow former NFLer Shannon Sharpe. The pair talked in a Tuesday episode about Ochocinco's surprise at seeing his old storage unit being investigated. Article content Article content Johnson claims on the episode it was actually not one but two storage units cleaned out by the TikToker and said he doesn't want to 'hoard' stuff from '2004 or 2005' that he no longer wears or needs. Article content 'That's late 20 year-old, 30 year-old Chad,' he says. 'I'm about to be 50, I'm not going to wear,' he said before Sharpe cut him off to say he could have donated the items. Article content 'Do I look like the person that's gonna take all that stuff and donate it?' he asked. Article content Johnson said once he was done with football, he lost interest in any of the memorabilia. Article content
CTV News
10-07-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
NFL'er holds football camp in Windsor
Windsor Watch A football camp is coming to Windsor, held by an NFL'er and a former scholarship athlete. CTV Windsor's Bob Bellacicco has the details.
