Posts by Lydia Jane Allison

Bonnetta to Contribute & Develop Legalized Sports Betting Content Across NFL Network & NFL’s Digital Platforms Host Rachel Bonnetta has joined the NFL Media group, it was last week. In her role, Bonnetta will contribute and lead Legalized Sports Betting-focused content on NFL Network, as well as the NFL’s digital platforms such as NFL.com and the NFL…

​Listed below are the final individual and team preseason leaders in the AFC and NFC. Quarterback NATHAN PETERMAN of the Las Vegas Raiders led the NFL with 593 passing yards. Rookie running back RHAMONDRE STEVENSON of the New England Patriots led the NFL in rushing yards with 217, while Green Bay Packers wide receiver MALIK TAYLOR led the league in receiving…

The Cincinnati Bengals did what was rumored for days on Monday. They traded former Ohio State center Billy Price for some much needed depth at three technique on the defensive line in B.J. Hill from the New York Giants. The trade means that Trey Hopkins will start at center and rookie Trey Hill will be…

The Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday made the following player moves to reach the NFL roster limit of 53: *Placed two players on the Reserve/Non-Football Injury list: OT Hakeem Adeniji (pectoral) DE Wyatt Hubert (pectoral) *Placed one player on the Reserve/Injured list: DE Joseph Ossai (Knee) *Terminated the contract of four vested veterans (NOTE: These players…

Here’s the roster breakdown with years of NFL experience in parenthesis after the Cincinnati Bengals announced Tuesday’s cutdown: QUARTERBACKS (2) Brandon Allen (5), Joe Burrow (2) WIDE RECEIVERS (7) Tyler Boyd (6), Mike Thomas (6), Auden Tate (4), Stanley Morgan Jr. (3), Tee Higgins (2), Trenton Irwin (1), Ja’Marr Chase (R) RUNNING BACKS (3) Joe…

Responsible for Overseeing Los Angeles-Based NFL Media Content Led NFL Network’s NFL Draft Coverage from 2014-21 Long-time producer and executive Charlie Yook has been named Executive Producer of NFL Media. In this role, Yook is responsible for overseeing content produced by the NFL Media Group based in Los Angeles, which includes NFL Network and the NFL’s digital…

NEW YORK – Aug.  19, 2021 – Paul Ballew has been named to the position of Chief Data and Analytics Officer of the NFL, effective immediately, it was announced today by Christopher Halpin, NFL Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, to whom he will report.  In this role, Ballew will oversee the league’s extensive data and analytics operations,…

Veteran NFL Reporter to Contribute on NFL Network & NFL Digital Platforms Veteran NFL reporter Cameron Wolfe has joined NFL Network, it was announced today. Based in Florida, Wolfe will contribute reports and news as a national reporter on a variety of NFL Network programming such as NFL Now, NFL Total Access and Good Morning Football, as well as provide content…

Angela Ellis Joins as Vice President, Head of Entertainment & Initiatives Sandy Nunez Joins as Vice President, Talent Management Tony Cole Joins as Vice President, Media Operations NFL Media – comprised of NFL Network, NFL Films, NFL.com, the NFL app and NFL RedZone – announced the hires of three new Vice Presidents Angela Ellis, Sandy Nunez and Tony Cole today. Angela joins…

Researchers from the University of Wisconsin to conduct an innovative prospective study with a goal of reducing the incidence of hamstring injuries in football players July 15, 2021– The National Football League’s (NFL) Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) today announced a four-year, $4 million award to fund a team of medical researchers led by the University…

8/24/2021 Prior to 4:00 p.m., New York time, clubs must reduce rosters to a maximum of 80 players on the Active/Inactive List. 8/26/2021 TO 8/29/2021 Third Preseason Weekend. 8/31/2021 Prior to 4:00 p.m., New York time, clubs must reduce rosters to a maximum of 53 players on the Active/Inactive List. 8/31/2021 Simultaneously with the roster…

Partnership to Deliver New Audio Feature — Twitter Spaces and the Games’ Biggest Highlights New York (July 8, 2021) – The National Football League (NFL) and Twitter announced today a multi-year partnership extension which will include expanded engagement formats and a full-season commitment to produce exclusive content on Twitter Spaces, Twitter’s new live audio feature. Twitter…

The National Football League today announced the outcome of the workplace review of the Washington Football Team led by independent counsel Beth Wilkinson, as well as remedial measures and penalties arising out of that review. Wilkinson’s firm (“Wilkinson”) was initially engaged by the Washington club in July 2020.  At the club’s request, the league office…

Multiyear sponsorship will include brand-specific programming throughout NFL calendar NEW YORK, June 16, 2021 — The National Football League (NFL) today welcomed Diageo, a global leader in beverage alcohol, as its first ever Official Spirits Sponsor. The multiyear sponsorship is uniquely structured with the NFL fan in mind and will include opportunities for on-site activation…

Event to showcase select HBCU draft-eligible talent MOBILE, Ala. – The Reese’s Senior Bowl, in collaboration with the National Football League, will hold the HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities) Combine in Mobile, Alabama. Select players from four HBCU conferences – CIAA, MEAC, SIAC and SWAC – and other HBCU institutions will be invited to…

CINCINNATI BENGALS (0-0)ATTAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (0-0) PRESEASON OPENER SATURDAY, AUG. 14AT RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM NEXT WEEK: PRESEASON GAME 2AUG. 20 AT WASHINGTON Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. Eastern. Television: Live coverage on the Bengals Preseason TV Network withbroadcasters Mike Watts (play-by-play), Anthony Munoz (analyst) and MarisaContipelli (sideline reporter). The network is led by flagship WKRC-TV (CBSChannel 12)…

The National Football League today announced that it will return to playing International Series Games in 2021, with two games to be held at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Atlanta Falcons will host the New York Jets on Sunday, October 10 and the Jacksonville Jaguars will be at home against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, October 17, with both games kicking off at…

“The continued commitment of the NFL illustrates its shared belief in the product of our HBCU institutions.” – Gregory Gibson Jr., Founder & Executive Director, HBCU Battle of the Brains The fifth annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Battle of the Brains (HBCU BOTB) is set to take place Wednesday, October 20 through Saturday, October 23, 2021 in…

Average Audience of 6.1 Million Viewers TV + Digital Over 3 Days Cleveland Averaged 10.9 HH Rating – Highest Host City Draft Rating on Record The 2021 NFL Draft in Cleveland was seen by an average audience of 6.1 million viewers (TV + Digital) across ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, ESPN Deportes and digital channels for the three-day…

Four teams will carry an additional international player on their practice squads in 2021 as part of the International Player Pathway program, the NFL announced today. Instituted in 2017, the program aims to provide elite international athletes the opportunity to compete at the NFL level, improve their skills, and ultimately earn a spot on an…