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Georgia Senate Blasts NFL Denial of ‘Please Stand’ Ad

The debate over whether the NFL should let players kneel during the national anthem flared up in state government as some legislators and a governor disparaged the league.

Was an NFL Lawyer Who Claimed the Super Bowl Is ‘Rigged’ Found Dead?

In 2018 the hoaxes and fake news about a "rigged" Super Bowl started even before the game was played.

Did NFL Decide Not to Televise National Anthem Before Super Bowl?

An inaccurate meme claims the national anthem won't be televised before the Super Bowl.

Did the NFL Admit to Rigging Games?

A deceptive video about rigged football games created by a "satire" Facebook page spread quickly on social media.

NFL Rejects Veterans Group’s Ad for Super Bowl Program

The NFL has denied advertising space in the Super Bowl program for a veterans group that declined to alter language about standing for the national anthem.

Did the NFL Stop Donations to Breast Cancer and Military Charities in Order to Fund Black Lives Matter?

Websites misrepresented details of an agreement between the National Football League and protesting players.

Did Washington D.C.’s Football Team Change Its Name To ‘Redhawks’?

Native American activists published several elaborate fake web sites as a "satirical action" against the Redskins franchise.

First NFL Team Declares Bankruptcy Over ‘Take a Knee’ Protests?

A fake news article seemingly reporting that the Jacksonville Jaguars had filed for bankruptcy was mistaken as real news by some readers.

Did Papa John’s Withdraw Their NFL Advertising Over Anthem Protests?

The pizza chain will be removing the NFL logo and the label of "official sponsor" from their television commercials, but they have not stopped advertising with the league.

Was a Veterans Day Tribute at Lambeau Field Not Aired by ESPN?

Television exposure of 'entertainers' before NFL games and at halftime can't be guaranteed.

Are NFL Players Protesting Against Police Brutality Absentee Parents Putting Their Children at Risk?

Social media users sought to smear demonstrations against police brutality by insulting the characters of several retired players.

Did Black NFL Players ‘Demand’ that the NFL Force ‘White Fans’ Into Community Activism?

A disreputable web site grossly misrepresented a memo reportedly sent to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell by four players requesting a "month of unity."