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☆ NFL owners vote to ban ‘hip-drop tackle.’ Not everyone is happy about the decision
  + stars: | 2024-03-26 | by ( Ben Church | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +2 min
CNN —NFL owners officially voted to ban the ‘hip-drop tackle’ from the sport on Monday, after an annual league meeting in Florida. The tackle has long been a topic of debate and was cited as the reason behind multiple injuries in the NFL. Miami Dolphins safety Jevon Holland also criticized the decision, posting on X: “Breaking news: Tackling Banned.”CNN has reached out to the NFL for comment about the criticism. Baltimore Ravens star Mark Andrews was one victim of the tackle last season, suffering a serious ankle injury after being brought down by the controversial technique in November. If they want to ban the tackle, fine.
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☆ Why US sporting stars like Tom Brady, LeBron James, and JJ Watt are piling into English soccer
  + stars: | 2023-08-05 | by ( Joseph Wilkins | ) www.businessinsider.com   time to read: +6 min
Brady joins the likes of Jordan Spieth, JJ Watt, and LeBron James by buying into English football. Former NFL star Watt bought a minority stake in Burnley FC, in May. Now, legendary quarterback Brady has unveiled a minority stake in Birmingham City. The rise of across-the-pond partnerships raises a question: what is it about British clubs that has suddenly captured celebrities' imagination? The rewards for success in the English Premier League can be astronomical.
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☆ JJ Watt and wife Kealia want to bring 'global eyeballs' to an English soccer club
  + stars: | 2023-05-19 | by ( Thomas Schlachter Amanda Davies | Thomas Schlachter | Amanda Davies | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +8 min
CNN —At first glance, the idea of a former NFL legend and a former US Women’s National Team star wanting to bring “global eyeballs” to an English soccer club might seem an unusual ambition. Its inhabitants have also been hit particularly hard by the UK’s cost of living crisis, which hasn’t been lost on JJ Watt and his wife, Kealia. “Burnley is a special club. “All I want to do is help tell their story. “The success of the football club this year has given such a boost to Burnley and the surrounding area.
☆ JJ Watt does pub crawl ‘research’ after investing in Premier League-bound Burnley
  + stars: | 2023-05-10 | by ( Amy Woodyatt | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +2 min
Just getting to know the supporters, I want to earn their trust by showing them how much we care and how passionate we are. “It’s research, I’m doing research – and lots of pints of Guinness along the way. The Royal Dyche took to Twitter to mark Watt’s visit, sharing an image of him behind the bar on Monday. Lovely gent, such a great reception in the pub from all us Claret fans,” the pub added. Kompany is best known for his exploits as the captain of Manchester City, with whom he won four Premier League titles.
☆ JJ Watt and Kealia Watt invest in Premier League-bound Burnley FC
  + stars: | 2023-05-02 | by ( Matt Foster | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +2 min
CNN —After retiring from professional football in the NFL earlier this year, JJ Watt is turning his hand to soccer as he and his wife Kealia announced their investment in English club Burnley FC on Monday. In a statement released by the club, JJ Watt said: “When you invest in a club that’s been around since 1882, you must have great respect for its history and tradition. Kompany is best known for his exploits as the captain of Manchester City, with whom he won four Premier League titles. Manager Vincent Kompany has guided Burnley back to the Premier League. Burnley’s chairman Alan Pace said of the Watts’ investment: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome JJ and Kealia into the Clarets family.
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