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NFL Fans Heated After League Bans Hip-Drop Tackle

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The NFL is the most successful sport in America. Year after year, the league is the sport that is watched the most, and the results are not even close. However, over the last few years the league has made it their mission to subtract any type of physical act from a game that has to be played physically. Today was just another step in the wrong direction as football will be changed forever with the banning of the hip-drop tackle.

Yes, in a slow-motion replay, the hip-drop tackle doesn’t look pretty. But, any fan will tell you that. However, banning it seems almost impossible. When the goal of a defensive player is to take down an offensive player, but can’t take them down too close to their head or too close to their ankles, it leaves very little chance for anywhere else. Nevertheless, the league is banning the tackle and fans are less than thrilled. Here are some of the best reactions from fans upon hearing the news.

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Fans & Former NFL Players Begin Sounding Off

Many are of the belief that the hip-drop tackle term is a relatively new word the NFL has created. Even Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Dungy doesn’t have a clue what the term hip-drop tackle even means. Yes, the league is looking out for player safety. However, they’re also not listening to the players or the coaches in the process of making the game safer. Which doesn’t add up to someone from the outside looking in.

No matter anyone’s opinion on the matter, next season will see NFL officials make calls they’ve never been trained to do. Without question, games will be decided on hip-drop tackle penalties. When in reality most see them as just a regular tackle. Do you believe the NFL got it right with this new rule? Sound off in the comments with what you think the league should do. Additionally, for the latest news in sports, keep it right here with HNHH.

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Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift Go Heavy On The PDA While Soaking Up Bahamas Sun

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Travis Kelce is living the life that every couch potato Monday morning quarterback could ever dream of. He is one of the greatest to ever play his position, has back-to-back Super Bowl wins, and a successful podcast with his also Hall of Fame brother. Also, he is in a relationship with the most popular musician arguably, of all time. The younger of the Kelce duo was seen soaking up his time with girlfriend Taylor Swift, as the couple seemed to be enjoying the Bahamas.

As is the life of the rich and famous, a few photos were snapped of the power couple. Including some steamy photos that would make Momma Kelce even blush. If you are on the search for this photos, you’re in luck. Check out the link of all the photos from the Kelce-Swift vacation getaway in the tweet shared by TMZ below.

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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift Seen Enjoying A Destination Getaway

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – JANUARY 28: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs (L) celebrates with Taylor Swift after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Kelce seems to be enjoying his time away from the grind that is an NFL season. This past season was one of the toughest for the Kansas City star, as he had an emotional send-off for his brother Jason’s retirement from the NFL. However, that didn’t stop Jason from rooting on his brother as the Chiefs marched toward another Super Bowl victory. The oldest Kelce was seen on multiple occasions having the time of his life during the Chiefs 2024 playoff run.

Those who believed this was a planted Hollywood relationship can finally put those thoughts to bed. Kelce and Swift seem very happy in their relationship. However, celebrity love doesn’t seem to last forever. Will these two make it the distance? Let us know what you think in the comments. For the latest news on sports and pop culture, keep it right here with HNHH.

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Deion Sanders Already Knows Where He Wants Shedeur Sanders To Play: “Certain Cities Where It Ain’t Gonna Happen”

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Deion Sanders says that his son, Shedeur Sanders, and teammate Travis Hunter, will only play for certain teams in the NFL. Appearing on the Million Dollaz Worth Of Game podcast, the Colorado head coach discussed his plans for each of his star players’ future NFL careers. For Shedeur and Hunter, he expects: “Top-4,” in the draft and hinted at a scenario similar to Eli Manning.

He explained: “Anywhere from 1-4, one of them is gonna be 1. One of them is gonna be 1, and the latter one would not go behind 4. Now, all this is subjective because I know where I want, kind of want them to go — and let’s not forget Shilo (Sanders). But I know where I want them to go. So, there’s certain cities where it ain’t gonna happen. It’s gonna be an Eli.”

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Deion Sanders Celebrates With Shedeur Sanders

BOULDER, CO – SEPTEMBER 16: Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes celebrates with quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 after a fourth quarter touchdown against the Colorado State Rams at Folsom Field on September 16, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Shedeur led the Buffaloes with 3,230 passing yards, 27 touchdowns, and just three interceptions, last year, catapulting him into NFL draft discussions. He’ll be eligible for the league in 2025. Hunter made headlines for his abilities on both sides of the football. As both a receiver and defensive back, he recorded 23 tackles and three interceptions while also notching 721 receiving yards and five touchdowns. Check out Deion Sanders’ full appearance on Million Dollaz Worth Of Game below.

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Sanders, who is an NFL legend in his own right, began coaching for Colorado, last season. In his first year, the team finished the season 4–8 after getting off to a three-game win streak to start. Be on the lookout for further updates on Deion Sanders on HotNewHipHop.

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Aaron Donald Retires: His 5 Greatest Career Moments

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The football world has been left reeling, as one of the most dominant defensive players of this generation, Aaron Donald, retires. The former player expressed that his career has come to an end in an announcement on X (formerly Twitter). “Cheers to what’s next- extending a big thank you to the Rams and all of the fans for your support over these last ten years- much love.” As fans reflect on the illustrious 10-year career before he retires, it’s impossible not to reminisce about some of the defining moments that solidified Aaron Donald’s legacy as a gridiron great. Here’s a look at five of those moments.

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The Draft Day Triumph

Aaron Donald’s journey to NFL stardom began with a bang on draft day in 2014. Following an exceptional college career, where he clinched both the Lombardi Award and the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Donald’s NFL Combine showing caught the attention of scouts and fans alike. His remarkable performance also shattered expectations. Moreover, he set a new record for the fastest 40-yard dash by a defensive tackle, clocking in at an impressive 4.68 seconds. 

This achievement surpassed Tank Johnson’s decade-long record, igniting fervent pre-draft speculation and excitement. Despite being projected as a top talent, however, many teams passed on the dynamic defensive tackle. Nonetheless, the St. Louis Rams (now the Los Angeles Rams) saw his potential and selected him with the 13th overall pick. This marked the beginning of Aaron Donald’s professional career. But more than that, it also served as a testament to his resilience and determination to prove his worth in the league.

Super Bowl LVI Victory

Aaron Donald’s relentless pursuit of excellence reached its pinnacle on the grandest stage of them all: Super Bowl LVI. In a highly anticipated showdown, and three years after their Super Bowl loss to the Patriots, the Rams faced off against the Cincinnati Bengals. Importantly, Donald played a pivotal role in helping the Los Angeles Rams secure a spot in the championship game. Securing two sacks on Joe Burrow and tallying three quarterback hits, he pressured Burrow into an incomplete pass on fourth-and-one in the final minute. As a result, this effectively sealed the Vince Lombardi trophy for the Rams. In a moment of jubilation, Aaron Donald celebrated by pointing triumphantly to his ring finger. This now-iconic image is now forever etched in Super Bowl history and undoubtedly marks a pinnacle in his career before Aaron Donald retires.

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Three-Time NFL Defensive Player Of The Year

In Aaron Donald’s first three seasons, his supremacy was consistently acknowledged with three Pro Bowl selections and two First-Team All-Pro Honors. However, everything changed for the player in the 2017 season when he clinched his first NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. Perhaps the most significant testament to Aaron Donald’s greatness is his unprecedented achievement of winning the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award two more times after that in 2018, and 2020. This remarkable feat cemented his status as one of the most dominant defensive players in NFL history. With his unmatched athleticism, relentless work ethic, and unrivaled passion for the game, Aaron Donald redefined the standards of defensive excellence.

Dominance In The Trenches

Throughout his career, Aaron Donald was known as a force to be reckoned with in the trenches. His ability to disrupt opposing offenses with his lightning-fast first step and technique was unparalleled. One of his most memorable displays of dominance came in a 2018 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, where he recorded four sacks and six quarterback hits in a single game. This performance evidently solidified his reputation as a nightmare for quarterbacks and offensive linemen. Fast forward two years later, Donald showcased his brilliance once again. He famously tallied four sacks against Washington, marking another standout performance in his career.

A Definitive Record Breaker

Aaron Donald deserves recognition as one of the most dominant interior lineman in NFL history. He showcased his unparalleled disruption capabilities during his standout season as a pass-rusher in 2018. It was in this remarkable campaign that Donald shattered the single-season sacks record for a defensive tackle. He reached an astonishing 18.5 sacks by Week 16 against the Arizona Cardinals. Finishing the season with a league-leading 20.5 sacks, Donald earned his second Defensive Player of the Year award. Also, with a career total of 111 sacks, Donald stands alongside just one other defensive tackle in NFL history to achieve triple-digit sacks, solidifying his place in the pantheon of defensive legends.

As Aaron Donald bids farewell to the gridiron, his five greatest career moments serve as a reminder of his extraordinary talent, dedication, and impact on the game of football. While his retirement leaves a void in the NFL landscape, his legacy as one of the all-time greats will continue to inspire future generations of players and fans alike.

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Lions Release Cornerback Wanted By Police

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The Detroit Lions have released cornerback Cameron Sutton, who is the subject of an active police search in Florida. An arrest warrant was issued for Sutton on March 7. He is wanted on a charge of domestic battery by strangulation, which carries a five-year prison sentence. However, police have been unable to locate Sutton, nor contact his attorney. Sutton fled the scene of the alleged battery, a house in Lutz, on the morning of March 7. Furthermore, a police source told ESPN that there was “evidence of wounds” on the alleged victim’s body.

Sutton joined the Lions as a free agent in 2023 after six years with the Steelers. Furthermore, he started all 17 regular-season games for the Lions last season, registering 60 tackles. Additionally, Sutton played his college ball at Tennessee before being drafted in the third round in 2017. Carlton Davis III and Emmanuel Moseley are currently listed as the Lions’ starting cornerbacks. This remains a developing story at the time of writing.

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Eminem Scraps Diss Track After Lions OC Stays In Detroit

Meanwhile, Eminem opted not to release a diss track about Lions OC Ben Johnson after the highly-regarded coach recommitted to Detroit this week. “Guess I should stop recording this diss track..!! Lol!! @ Ben Johnson Thank you for staying!!! We can’t break this team up ESPECIALLY since I’M on it!!! Coach Campbell we love you bro!!! Let’s run it back next year!!…I’m READY!!!! I promise you I WILL get us to the super bowl!!! 😄,” Eminem wrote on X.

For the second year in a row, Johnson was widely considered one of the hottest head coaching prospects in the NFL. However, despite being a leading candidate for the vacancies in both Seattle and Washington, Johnson once again chose to remain part of Dan Campbell’s staff at Ford Field. Furthermore, per ESPN, several teams were reportedly put off by Johnson’s asking price. As a result, Johnson will return to the team with the third-most per-game yardage and fifth-highest-scoring offense in the league this season.

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Third Man Charged With Murder Over Chiefs Super Bowl Shooting

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A third man has been charged with second-degree murder over the death of a woman at the Chiefs‘ Super Bowl parade last month. The 20-year-old from Kansas City was also charged with unlawful use of a weapon and two counts of armed criminal action. He is currently jailed on a $1 million bond and doesn’t have an attorney. “Everyone we’ve identified who discharged a firearm in response to the verbal altercation detailed here has been taken into custody,” Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Jean Peters Baker said in a statement.

The charges follow two others already handed down. Lyndell Mays and Dominic Miller were both charged with second-degree murder. Authorities determined that it was a round from Miller’s gun that killed local radio host Lisa Lopez-Galvan. She had been in a nearby crowd of people watching the rally. Lopez-Galvn, also known as DJ Lisa, hosted a food program on a local radio station.

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Three Men Charged Over Chiefs Super Bowl Parade Shooting

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – FEBRUARY 14: Law enforcement responds to a shooting at Union Station during the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVIII victory parade on February 14, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. Several people were shot and two people were detained after a rally celebrating the Chiefs Super Bowl victory. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Elsewhere, three men were charged with federal firearm offenses over the shooting that occurred at the Chiefs‘ Super Bowl Parade. Unsealed documents showed that investigators concluded that at least a dozen weapons had brandished firearms. Additionally, at least half a dozen had opened fire at the event. One person was killed and over 20 were injured, including 11 children. Meanwhile, the shooting occurred just minutes after members of the Chiefs squad had left the stage. A crowd of thousands was gathered around a stage set up outside Union Station in downtown Kansas City.

Furthermore, per the Associated Press, “Named in the new federal charges were 22-year-old Fedo Antonia Manning, Ronnel Dewayne Williams Jr., 21, and Chaelyn Hendrick Groves, 19, all from Kansas City. Manning is charged with one count each of conspiracy to traffic firearms and engaging in firearm sales without a license, and 10 counts of making a false statement on a federal form. Williams and Groves are charged with making false statements in the acquisition of firearms, and lying to a federal agent.”

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Jalen Hurts Or Dak Prescott? Stephen A. Smith Picks Which QB He Has More Faith In

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Stephen A. Smith didn’t pass up an opportunity to dunk on the Cowboys when Mina Kimes stopped by First Take today. After Kimes posed the question of whether the desk had more faith in Jalen Hurts or Dak Prescott, Smith was quick to answer. “Jalen Hurts got Saquon. Jalen Hurts got an offensive line that I would absolutely say is better than the Cowboys. I don’t see any reason why I would pick Dak over Hurts in this particular question,” Smith reasoned.

The Eagles and Cowboys really have been the tale of two offseasons this year. As Smith mentioned, the Eagles added a number RB1 in Saquon Barkley. Despite losing Jason Kelce to retirement, the team still has a premier offensive line. Meanwhile, the Cowboys have added Eric Kendricks, Jourdan Lewis, and made some depth re-signings.

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Stephen A. Smith Or Barack Obama? ESPN Host Reveals If He Thinks He Could Beat The Former President In A One-On-One Basketball Game

Elsewhere, Smith believes that he could beat President Barack Obama in a one-on-one basketball game, as long as he had prep time. “It depends. If we’re talking about Stephen A. right now, Barack Obama is going to smoke me because I got bad knees. But give me a week, and make sure my knees are healthy, and I would take him out. I’d beat him. I’d beat Barack Obama, say 21-7. It would be a romp. I love the President, I voted for him twice. I love the First Family and he can shoot but he doesn’t look like he’s accustomed to resistance. I’m gonna get his face, get on that left hand, not let him shoot. He’s gonna have to go low, take the ball to the hole,” Smith explained.

Of course, both Smith and Obama are avid basketball fans, although Smith backs the Knicks while Obama roots for his hometown Bulls. Furthermore, Obama was regularly seen shooting hoops at various events, as well as at the regulation-size court on the grounds of the White House. Meanwhile, Smith admitted in his answer that he only plays basketball “once every two or three years”. Who are you taking in a first-to-21 competition? Let us know in the comments.

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Chad Ochocinco Proves His Battle Rap Pen Game Is Elite In Surprise URL Appearance

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Chad Ochocinco has to be one of the funniest internet personalities right now. Him, along with Shannon Sharpe are an unstoppable duo on their hit podcast, Nightcap. Their channel has quickly grown since its inception right before the 2023-2024 NFL season. They are already at the 1.1 million subscriber mark on YouTube due to their unfiltered commentary on sports, pop culture, and dating. While some of their episodes have landed them in some hot water, their show is only going to continue to grow. Ocho is certainly playing a big role in that for his hilarious moments including calling out rap battle stars. Those savants, who are a part of URL, were challenged by Chad Ochocinco to a rap battle.

According to HipHopDX, the former NFL wide receiver has been talking serious smack about the Ultimate Rap League for a little bit now. According to AllHipHop, Loaded Lux, a veteran in the rap battle game, went on Nightcap to confront Chad about his confidence in his pen game. Well, after all of that chirping, the NFL stud backed up his claims this past weekend against not one, but two rappers at once. His two proclaimed victims were DNA and Charlie Clips.

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Chad Ochocinco Is A Man Of His Word

Clips is considered tough competition, as according to URL‘s website, he has won all 11 battles and taken 24 out of 33 rounds overall. All three contestants put on a hilarious and enjoyable performance and fans were here for it. In the YouTube comments one fan wrote, “Love this 😂 man i wanna see ocho cinco actually do some writing and do a 1 rounder.” Another applauds Ochocinco for doing this and bringing respect to the battle rap scene. “Salute to Ocho for trying to shine some light on the culture.”

What are your thoughts on Chad Ochocinco‘s pen game in his URL rap battle performance? Do you think he won the showdown, why or why not? Should Chad come out with a hip-hop album like other sports stars have done? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Chad Ochocinco. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the worlds of sports and music.

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Aaron Rodgers Unlikely To Be Named Vice President Nominee: Report

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Aaron Rodgers appears to be no longer in the running to be the vice presidential candidate of Robert F Kennedy Jr’s independent long-shot campaign. Per Puck, the current front-runner is Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy philanthropist and ex-wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin. “Nicole was the big RFK donor behind the Super Bowl ad. $4 million. But she didn’t just pay for it. She thought of the whole idea. Shanahan has money to finance the campaign. I don’t know her net worth. But she used to be married to one of the richest people in the world! That matters to RFK’s team,” wrote Teddy Scheilfer.

It’s unclear what caused Rodgers to fall out of favor despite being a reported frontrunner. It could be that the Jets were reportedly unhappy that Rodgers was considering the offer. Or it might have something to do with Rodgers having to explicitly state that the Sandy Hook massacre was a “tragedy” this week. However, no candidate will be fully ruled out until Kennedy Jr makes his VP announcement in Oakland later this month.

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Travis Kelce Responds To Aaron Rodgers “Mr. Pfizer” Comment

Elsewhere, Travis Kelce didn’t appear too fazed by Aaron Rodgers calling him “Mr. Pfizer” on the Pat McAfee show last year. However, in his response, he did remind Rodgers who signed the anti-vax QB’s paychecks. “I thought it was pretty good. I mean, with the stache, I look like a guy named Mr. Pfizer. Who knew I’d get into the vax wars with Aaron Rodgers, man, Mr. Pfizer vs. the Johnson and Johnson family,” Kelce said. The last comment was a reference to the Jets, Rodgers’ team, being owned by the heir to multinational conglomerate, Johnson & Johnson. Of the many products J&J produces, pharmaceuticals and a one-shot COVID vaccine are some of them.

Rodgers dubbed Kelce “Mr Pfizer” due to Kelce appearing in a series of ads encouraging people to get the new COVID vaccine. “Mr. Pfizer, we kinda shut him down a little bit. He didn’t have a crazy impact game. Obviously, he had some yards and stuff,” Rodgers told McAfee. Kelce had a team-leading 60 yards on six catches against the Jets. The Chiefs scored an ugly 23-20 road win.

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Is Stefon Diggs Leaving The Bills?

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Another offseason, another round of Stefon Diggs rumors. Fans are once again speculating that Diggs might be trying to force his way out of Buffalo. The wide receiver has changed his social media bio to “ready for whatever”. This has been taken as a suggestion that he may be leaving western New York. However, as many fans have noted, this is quickly becoming an annual tradition for Diggs,. Despite his posturing, he always ends up staying in Buffalo.

Last month, Diggs was non-committal about his future. “I feel like I take it day by day. Obviously, there’s a lot of changes going on, a lot of things going on. I can’t really put the carriage before the horse, you know what I’m saying? But I got a great offseason in front of me to put a lot of work in and kind of build around what we got and what we’re doing. I can’t tell you what the future holds, but I’m still being me,” he told ESPN at the Pro Bowl.

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Aaron Donald Retires At 32

Elsewhere, Three-time Defensive Player of the Year Aaron Donald has made the shocking retirement at just 32 years old. “Throughout my career, I have given my everything to football both mentally and physically — 365 days a year was dedicated to becoming the best possible player I could be. I respected this game like no other and I’m blessed to be able to conclude my NFL career with the same franchise that drafted me. Not many people get drafted to a team, win a World Championship with that team and retire with that team. I do not, and will not, take that for granted,” Donald wrote on social media.

Donald redefined the defensive tackle position, becoming the just third player to win Defensive Player of the Year three times. “The great players in our league elevate the people around them and Aaron has modeled the way for our team as long as I’ve been with the Rams. He’s an elite competitor, someone who leads by example in a way that’s authentic to him, and an exceptional teammate who inspires everyone around him to be the best version of themselves,” Rams head coach Sean McVey said in a statement.

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