Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Gronkowski denies concussion reports, claims he’s just really stupid

When Patriots Rob Gronkowski landed awkwardly on his neck while scoring his second TD of the night Monday, concerns were immediately set off that he may have suffered a concussion. The six-foot-seven tight end downplayed further reports that he had indeed suffered head trauma, claiming he "just really stupid."

Cutler gives thumbs up to Martz resignation, tears ligaments in thumb

When asked by a reporter what he thought about the resignation of Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz, Jay Cutler gave an enthusiastic thumbs up. Unfortunately for Cutler, it was the same thumbs he broke six weeks ago and the sudden movement tore numerous ligaments. Cutler now faces an additional six to eight weeks of rehab. Experts immediately began questioning Cutler's toughness after yet another injury struck the young star.

Disoriented Cornelison breaks vet’s nose during anthem

A visibly shaken and possibly concussed Jim Cornelison deflected questions about his mental health Tuesday, just minutes after shattering the nose of WWII vet Lester Phelps during his signature National Anthem.

Chipper to use Hoveround in games during final season

Atlanta third baseman Chipper Jones has announced a deal with Hoveround. Jones, who recently slipped while stretching just moments before he announced his plans to retire after the 2012 season, has decided to try to get some help.

Knicks players follow Stoudemire’s lead and punch things to avoid finishing Heat series

Knicks’ GM Glen Grunwald forwarded forfeit papers to the NBA league office today after it was discovered that every Knicks player intentionally suffered a season-ending injury on Tuesday. The Miami Heat will advance to the quarter finals after winning only two of seven games.

Athletes from all 4 sports plan league for concussed players

The planned league has the tentative name "Professional All Ball," and will contain elements of the four major sports; baseball, football, basketball, and hockey. Game play will require considerably less contact, and more “good old fashioned fun.”

Completely healed D-Rose shows up to United Center asking ‘What’d I miss?’

Just a few days after undergoing successful surgery to repair his torn ACL, Bulls superstar Derrick Rose showed up at the United Center Monday morning, unaware the team was eliminated from the playoffs last week but completely healed and ready to take on their next opponent.