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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NFL 2025's biggest challenges: From expensive access to deteriorating officiating, disaster hangs in the balance
NFL (via Getty Images) As the 2025 National Football League season approaches, the spotlight is not all on the franchises or players but on the mounting issues that could redefine how fans and insiders watch the game. From growing streaming prices for viewing National Football League games to mounting doubts regarding diversity efforts and officiating, the NFL faces a complex crossroads. Critical issues that the NFL is facing in 2025 are officiating and increasing fan expenses Even as the most-watched professional sports league in the United States, the National Football League is not without issues. Entering the 2025 campaign, several issues—anywhere from game accessibility and officiating quality to the league's position on social causes—raise key questions regarding its future direction. For decades, fans and pundits have decried the uniformity of NFL officiating. In 2025, things have come to a head. Football Zebras reports that three officials were quietly reassigned to college-level duty—an unofficial demotion indicating continued discontent. As play speed continues to rise with each passing season and no serious technological improvements are on the horizon to assist referees, fans once more expect contentious calls that may decide entire games. Shedeur Sanders' second ticket in June shows 'lack of awareness' | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC The absence of a genuine 'villain' team One reason that previous seasons were so memorable was that they featured a divisive team, such as the New England Patriots during their polarizing dynasty. In 2025, there is no such team hated by everyone and loved to hate by all. Although the Dallas Cowboys incite nostalgia-driven frustration, their on-field performance hasn't been engaging in decades. The Kansas City Chiefs, who are captained by Patrick Mahomes and swirled around by pop-culture controversy such as Travis Kelce's affair with Taylor Swift, are more loved than hated. Without a team to hate, rivalries lose their luster. The cost of fandom continues to climb From the NFL Sunday Ticket to Thursday Night Football on Amazon, the splintered media world has made viewing football more bewildering and costly than ever. Maybe the biggest concern of all, though, is the National Football League's relentless quest for profit. As talks continue about an 18-game regular season and more games abroad, many fear that the league is prioritizing profits over player health and fan allegiance. While the NFL has not yet experienced actual backlash, history advises us that unbridled expansion will eventually reach a breaking point. Also read: Inside the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce brand empire: Can they become the next billion-dollar power couple? The 2025 National Football League season will bring excitement to the playing field, but the escalating off-field issues—from antiquated officiating to the soaring cost of being a fan—are too big to ignore. Left unaddressed, the league threatens to lose trust and passion from its vast following. Fixing these problems early could prove to be the difference in maintaining not only viewership but also the integrity of the sport. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Time of India
New Shedeur Sanders clip raises eyebrows over celebrity treatment by officers
Earlier this week, people were surprised when body cam footage of Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders was released on a police detail's online site. The video showed Shedeur Sanders getting pulled over for speeding and quickly went viral on social media. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now What stood out for a lot of viewers was how calm and polite the entire stop was between Shedeur Sanders and the officer. The stop had taken place previously some months ago but the video was not made public until this week. When the video was released it caught a lot of attention by fans, news stations, and sports sites amplifying the street-cred of Shedeur Sanders and raising conversations like "how could he be that calm?", and "why was he so respectful?". Shedeur Sanders calmly converses with officer during stop According to local police reports, on January 6, 2024, Shedeur Sanders was stopped by police in Boulder, Colorado after going 75mph in a 35mph zone. The Boulder Police Department released the full body cam video of the traffic stop on June 17, 2025. In the video, the officer approaches Shedeur Sanders' black Dodge Durango. He asks Shedeur Sanders for his license along with proof of registration. Shedeur Sanders politely obliges and provides both documents. The officer told Shedeur Sanders why he pulled him over and said, "That's way too fast, man." Shedeur Sanders silently nods along and remains respectful. The video shows the officer returning a few minutes later to give Shedeur Sanders a speeding ticket. Shedeur Sanders responds, "I understand, is everything else ok." The officer responds, "yes," and lets Shedeur Sanders go on his way. There were no raised voices or arguments. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The entire video lasted under five minutes and showed a simple traffic stop handled peacefully. Shedeur Sanders' name trends online after body cam video release After the video surfaced online on June 17, 2025, it got shared by many sports and news accounts. Some fans were surprised that the quarterback was so calm. Others pointed out that the officer remained polite too. According to Fox31 Denver and USA Today Sports, the footage was released in response to several public records requests. Shedeur Sanders has not publicly commented on the video yet. Shedeur Sanders, the son of head coach Deion Sanders, prepares for his last college season with Colorado Buffaloes and is considered one of the premier quarterback prospects ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. The body cam footage is now being circulated by major news networks and several media platforms. Also Read:
Hindustan Times
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Nintendo Switch 2 available online at Target: Release date, price and key features
Gamers, get ready to level up—Nintendo has officially launched the long-anticipated Switch 2, and it's now available for purchase online at Target. After months of speculation, pre-order hiccups, and delays linked to tariffs, the next-generation console is finally here. Blending cutting-edge performance with the signature portability that made the original a global hit, the Switch 2 promises to usher in a new era of hybrid gaming. Also Read: National Donut Day 2025: Here's where to score all the freebies and sweet deals Nintendo Switch 2 was available at Target In-store on Thursday, June 5. However, now gamers can simply skip the long lines at the stores as it is launched online at Target on Friday, June 6. The Nintendo Switch 2 is priced at $449.99 and has already sold out within hours of launch at major retailers such as Walmart and GameStop. Given the limited inventory and overwhelming demand, the release at Target is also expected to sell out rapidly. Apart from Target, the much-anticipated game is also available online at Sam's Club and StockX since June 5, as reported by USA Today. Also Read: Shedeur Sanders' trade buzz heats up before his first NFL snap. Insider drops insights The new game is not just a refresh but an upgrade to what the games know Nintendo Switch is. The Nintendo Switch 2 comes packed with impressive upgrades that elevate the gaming experience to a whole new level. It features a larger 1080p display, delivering sharper visuals for handheld play, and supports 4K output when docked for breathtaking graphics on the big screen. The new magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers not only offer improved ergonomics but also function as a mouse in select titles. Additional enhancements include a built-in camera with video chat capabilities, a redesigned kickstand offering up to 150° of flexibility, and backward compatibility with most original Switch games. All these attractive features make Nintendo Switch 2 a must-have for all the pro gamers.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shedeur Sanders Prank Callers Facing Backlash After New Video Released
Shedeur Sanders' long wait to be drafted mercifully ended with the 144th overall pick on Saturday, when the Cleveland Browns selected him in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. His unexpected slide may have ended there, but the damage from Thursday and Friday could not be undone. In fact, it got even worse on Saturday when a new video emerged of the brutal prank call Sanders received while he was waiting to be drafted. Advertisement In a video posted by Deion Sanders Jr. on Friday, it was revealed that some internet pranksters fooled the Colorado Buffaloes quarterback prospect — who was projected before the draft to be a first-round pick — by calling him on a private number and impersonating a member of the New Orleans Saints organization telling him he was going to be drafted. The pranksters succeeded in getting Sanders' hopes up, but after realizing the ruse, the 23-year-old responded with great maturity. "Nobody got that number but coaches, strictly for that reason," Sanders said. "Why get mad... They want you to have a certain type of reaction." Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Ciaglo-Imagn Images It turned out that the trolls were seeking more than just a reaction from Sanders. They inexplicably posted the full video of the prank to an anonymous account on X around noon on Saturday as Day 3 of the draft began, showing their faces as they made the call. Advertisement Fans delivered extreme backlash to the perpetrators of the joke, taking Sanders' side amid his publicly embarrassing draft experience. "Imagine releasing this thinking people are going to laugh with you," wrote a response on X. "Now hopefully the internet does what it does and traces them to the coach that gave that number away to be pranked, so that coach can be fired," said a reply with more than 2,000 likes. "This is cruel (expletive) even if you feel Shedeur is being humbled, you don't kick a man while he's down." "These (expletive) are the low of the low," said another disgusted fan. "They havent accomplished anything so far in life so they try and mess with someone else's dream! Garbage!" "Not a Sanders fan at all and was enjoying the fall in the draft, but now I find myself hoping he puts in the work and is good in the league," one X user wrote. "This prank ain't it and they probably made a huge mistake releasing this video." Advertisement Related: Shedeur Sanders' Fall in NFL Draft Draws Big Admission from Brother Shilo Related: Russell Wilson's Sudden Change in Behavior After Giants Draft Jaxson Dart
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Woman in critical condition, another pistol-whipped after shooting at DeKalb apartment complex
Two women were injured during an early morning shooting in DeKalb County. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Just after 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, DeKalb County police were called to a shooting at an apartment complex in the 2100 block of Northlake Parkway. When officers arrived, they found a woman in her 40s with multiple gunshot wounds. She was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries. Investigators said there was another woman who had been pistol-whipped. She suffered minor injuries. Their identities were not released. TRENDING STORIES: Hall County teacher accused of having inappropriate relationship with middle schooler GA man sues NFL over Shedeur Sanders' drop to 5th round in NFL Draft Chief describes East Point sexual assault as 'one of the most horrific' in nearly 30 years DKPD said, at this time, no suspects are in custody. Investigators are working to learn what led up to the shooting. Tipsters can remain anonymous by sending a tip to DKPD through the Tip411 app or by texting 'DKPD' to 847411, followed by the tip. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
