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Aqib Talib reacts to being snubbed by College Football Hall of Fame
Aqib Talib reacts to being snubbed by College Football Hall of Fame Nominees for the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame class were announced earlier this week, and six former Denver Broncos players made the list, including retired pass rusher Elvis Dumervil. Aqib Talib, meanwhile, was not among the ex-Denver players nominated. The retired cornerback played for Kansas, winning the Jack Tatum Trophy (given to college football's best defensive back) in his final season. Talib was also named a unanimous All-American in his last season, and he was named a first-team All-Big 12 player in 2006 and 2007 before entering the NFL in 2008. Talib reacted to his CFB HOF snub on his Twitter/X page earlier this week. "Y'all tell me," Talib tweeted. "Am I College football Hall of Fame? Go check the numbers (Offense & Defense) and accolades and let me know! Im just saying NFF! This was on my mind this morning." Talib played in 34 games with the Jayhawks from 2005-2007, totaling 162 tackles, 13 interceptions and two forced fumbles. He returned two of his interceptions for touchdowns, racking up 322 yards on 13 returns. Talib also hauled in nine receptions for 224 yards and five touchdowns during his final two seasons at Kansas. Talib went on to have a 12-year career in the NFL. A five-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, Talib helped the Broncos win Super Bowl 50 in 2015. He retired in 2020 with 35 career interceptions, 10 of which he returned for touchdowns (fourth-most in NFL history). Talib is also now eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but today's topic is college football. Do you think he should get in? Let us know on Facebook and Twitter/X! Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
04-04-2025
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UFL schedule: Week 2 games, start times, TV channel and live stream
UFL schedule: Week 2 games, start times, TV channel and live stream Welcome back, spring football! The 2025 United Football League season kicked off last weekend and it will continue with four more games in Week 2. Here's a quick look at the UFL's schedule of games for this weekend. The action kicks off on Friday (April 4) when the Birmingham Stallions face the Michigan Panthers at 8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. MT) on Fox, which is available to stream on FuboTV (try it free). After that, the Memphis Showboats will take on the DC Defenders on Saturday (April 5) at 8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. MT) on ABC and FuboTV. The action continues on Sunday (April 6), starting with the Houston Roughnecks facing the Arlington Renegades at 12 p.m. ET (10 a.m. MT) on ESPN and FuboTV. After that, Week 2 concludes with the San Antonio Brahmas taking on the St. Louis Battlehawks at 6:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. MT) on FS1 and FuboTV. UFL Week 2: Dates, TV channel, live stream What : Week 2 of UFL season : Week 2 of UFL season When : April 4-6 : April 4-6 TV channels : Fox, ABC, ESPN and FS1 : Fox, ABC, ESPN and FS1 Live stream: FuboTV (try it free) There are 16 ex-Denver Broncos players suiting up in the UFL this spring. Additionally, ex-Denver head coach/defensive coordinator Wade Phillips (San Antonio Brahmas) and ex-DC Mike Nolan (Michigan Panthers) are head coaches in the spring league. 16 ex-Broncos playing in the UFL this spring
USA Today
31-03-2025
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NFL bans one of Nik Bonitto's sack celebrations
NFL bans one of Nik Bonitto's sack celebrations Nik Bonitto will need a new sack celebration in 2025. Among the NFL's rule changes this year is a ban on the "nose wipe" gesture, ESPN's Benjamin Solak reported last week. The updated rule calls for a 15-yard penalty for 'any violent gesture, which shall include but not be limited to a throat slash, simulating firing or brandishing a gun, or using the 'nose wipe' gesture, or an act that is sexually suggestive or offensive.' In addition to Bonitto, other NFL players who have used the celebration include Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield. Charean Williams wrote last week that "the nose wipe is a gang sign associated with the Bloods, indicating someone is untrustworthy." Broncos defensive lineman Zach Allen, pass rusher Jonathon Cooper and ex-Denver linebacker Josey Jewell have been fined in the past for a finger gun sack celebration, another celebration that the NFL deems a violent gesture. Now the nose wipe gesture has been added to the list of banned celebrations. These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans
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28-03-2025
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UFL schedule: Week 1 games, start times, TV channel and live stream
UFL schedule: Week 1 games, start times, TV channel and live stream Welcome back, spring football! Or not? The 2025 United Football League season is scheduled to kick off tonight, but a potential strike threatens the league starting on time. If the UFL and the players' association are unable to reach an agreement on contract salaries and health insurance, the players could go on strike. If the UFL and players reach a middle ground in negotiations, the first four games of the season will be held this weekend. The action is scheduled to kick off on Friday (March 28) with the St. Louis Battlehawks facing the Houston Roughnecks at 8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. MT) on Fox, which is available to stream on FuboTV (try it free). After that, the San Antonio Brahmas will take on the Arlington Renegades on Saturday (March 29) at 4 p.m. ET (2 p.m. MT), also on Fox and FuboTV. Sunday will feature a doubleheader. First, the Michigan Panthers will face the Memphis Showboats at 12 p.m. ET (10 a.m. MT), then the Birmingham Stallions will take on the DC Defenders at 3 p.m. ET (1 p.m. MT). Both games will be televised on ESPN and available to stream on FuboTV (try it free). UFL Week 1: Dates, TV channel, live stream What : Week 1 of UFL season : Week 1 of UFL season When : March 28 to March 30 : March 28 to March 30 TV channels : Fox and ESPN : Fox and ESPN Live stream: FuboTV (try it free) There are 16 ex-Denver Broncos players suiting up in the UFL this spring. Additionally, ex-Denver defensive coordinators Wade Phillips (San Antonio Brahmas) and Mike Nolan (Michigan Panthers) are head coaches. 16 ex-Broncos playing in the UFL this spring
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25-03-2025
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3 ex-Broncos quarterbacks playing in UFL this spring
The United Football League returns this week and there are 16 former Denver Broncos players suiting up for the 2025 season. The list of ex-Broncos playing in the UFL this spring includes three quarterbacks, with Kevin Hogan having the most notable (but still short-lived) tenure in Denver. Hogan (San Antonio Brahmas) spent the entire 2018 season as a backup with the Broncos behind Case Keenum, but he did not appear in any regular season games. Jarrett Guarantano (San Antonio Brahmas) and Case Cookus (Birmingham Stallions) are also rostered in the UFL. Guarantano joined Denver's practice squad late in the 2022 season, but he did not appear in any games. Cookus had a three-day stint with the Broncos in 2021 after trying out at rookie minicamp. Ex-Broncos QBs playing in UFL QB Kevin Hogan QB Jarrett Guarantano QB Case Cookus There are no higher-profile ex-Denver quarterbacks such as Chad Kelly or Paxton Lynch in the UFL this season (not even Kyle Sloter is on a roster this spring). Kelly is currently playing for the Toronto Argonauts in the CFL. In addition to the 16 ex-players, former Broncos defensive coordinators Wade Phillips (San Antonio Brahmas) and Mike Nolan (Michigan Panthers) will serve as head coaches in the UFL this year. Friday night's season opener will feature the St. Louis Battlehawks facing the Houston Roughnecks at TDECU Stadium on Fox. 16 ex-Broncos playing in the UFL this spring
