By: Eli Nachmany Dallas Cowboys right tackle La’el Collins has filed suit against the National Football League (NFL), challenging part of his five-game suspension for failing to cooperate with league drug testing protocols. Various articles get into the back-and-forth between … [Read more...] about Understanding the NFL’s Removal of the La’el Collins Suit to Federal Court
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Career Spotlight – Jason Cohen, General Counsel, Dallas Cowboys
Jason Cohen is the General Counsel for the Dallas Cowboys. Jason's vast legal practice, which touches the Cowboys' team, business, brand, and everything in between, gives him valuable insight into many areas of sports law. I reached out to Jason to talk about his professional … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Jason Cohen, General Counsel, Dallas Cowboys
Decades of Dominance: The NFL’s New Media Rights Deal Will Make Football More Popular Than Ever
Eight days after decreasing the salary cap for the first time since 2011, the NFL announced a massive new 11-year media deal worth $113 billion. Set to take effect in 2023, this agreement represents the largest deal in media history and nearly doubles the value of the NFL’s … [Read more...] about Decades of Dominance: The NFL’s New Media Rights Deal Will Make Football More Popular Than Ever
Career Spotlight – Hannah Gordon, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel, San Francisco 49ers
Hannah Gordon is the Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel for the San Francisco 49ers. In her role, Gordon oversees Legal, Public Affairs and Strategic Communications, Risk Management, Community Relations, Fan Engagement, the 49ers Museum, and the 49ers Foundation, … [Read more...] about Career Spotlight – Hannah Gordon, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel, San Francisco 49ers
NFL Catches COVID
The NFL caught its first COVID outbreak of the young season after the Tennessee Titans confirmed eight positive test results among players and other personnel. The Titans immediately halted in-person activities, as did the Minnesota Vikings, the Titans’ previous opponent. As of … [Read more...] about NFL Catches COVID