Per the Hollywood Reporter:

A Los Angeles jury on Thursday agreed with fans who claimed they overpaid for NFL Sunday Ticket, according to NFL. The decision, which was reached after less than a full day of deliberations, could force the league to change its broadcast model that’s made it the most popular sports league in the country.

The jury in the NFL Sunday Ticket antitrust trial has ordered the @NFL to pay $96 million in damages to commercial class and $4 billion in damages to the residential class.

The NFL’s revenue last year was $19 billion.

Story from @McCannSportsLaw to come.

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Some more of what the legalese of the decision covers.

The league was disappointed — surprise! — by the decision of the California court.

A federal judge has ordered the @NFL to pay $4 billion in residential class damages and $96 million in commercial class damages to fans and bars, respectively, in the Sunday Ticket case.

In the statement below, the league says it will appeal the decision. pic.twitter.com/pWpXEpfe4L

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The damage could be steeper because antitrust damages can treble.

The #NFL has been ordered to pay 96 million in commercial class damages & 4 BILLION in residential class damages per today’s guilty verdict in the Sunday Ticket antitrust trial.

By federal antitrust law, that 4 billion becomes 12 billion in actuality. The plantiffs were seeking…

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The #NFL has been ordered to pay 96 million in commercial class damages & 4 BILLION in residential class damages per today’s guilty verdict in the Sunday Ticket antitrust trial.

By federal antitrust law, that 4 billion becomes 12 billion in actuality. The plantiffs were seeking…

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The New York Giants issue a lengthy, detailed statement addressing the Brian Flores discrimination claims and lawsuit.

Brian Flores has raised serious issues in the filing of his complaint. The specific claims against the Giants and Mr. Flores’ allegations about the legitimacy of his candidacy for our head coach position are disturbing and simply false.

After we interviewed six exceptional and diverse candidates, the decision on who we would hire as head coach was made on the evening of January 28, one day after Mr. Flores spent an entire day in our offices going through his second interview for the position, meeting with ownership and other staff members, and receiving a tour of our facility. (See the itinerary below). There is additional concrete and objective evidence to substantiate we did not make our decision until the evening of the 28th.

The allegation that the Giants’ decision had been made prior to Friday evening, January 28, is false. And to base that allegation on a text exchange with Bill Belichick in which he ultimately states that he “thinks” Brian Daboll would get the job is irresponsible. The text exchange occurred the day before Coach Daboll’s in-person interview even took place. Giants’ ownership would never hire a head coach based only on a 20-minute zoom interview, which is all that Mr. Daboll had at that point.

In addition, Mr. Belichick does not speak for and has no affiliation with the Giants. Mr. Belichick’s text exchange provides no insight into what actually transpired during our head coaching search.

It has been well documented how much research and due diligence we did on Mr. Flores as it related to his candidacy. John Mara called Mr. Flores two days after he was dismissed in Miami. Mr. Mara expressed to Mr. Flores in that January 12 call that once we had our new general manager in place, we would begin the process of hiring our head coach and we wanted to meet with Mr. Flores because we considered him a serious candidate for the position. Mr. Mara and Mr. Flores then had their first formal conversation in a 25-30 minute zoom call on January 18 (at Mr. Flores’ request) to further discuss his candidacy.

In between those initial conversations and Mr. Flores’ in-person interview on January 27, there were several other communications between Mr. Flores and members of our organization. This included a dinner with our newly hired general manager, Joe Schoen, the night before Mr. Flores’s in-person interview. The consensus from within the Giants organization after this dinner remained that Mr. Flores was an outstanding candidate, and we looked forward to sitting down with him in person the next day.

Our hiring process and, most certainly, our consideration of Mr. Flores was serious and genuine. We are disappointed to learn that Mr. Flores was under the mistaken impression the job had already been awarded.

In his CBS interview yesterday, Mr. Flores was asked if “clubs have the right to hire the person they think is the best qualified for the job or the person they feel is right for them?” Mr. Flores responded “They do. That’s very reasonable to me . . .”. That is exactly what we did.

We hired Brian Daboll as our head coach at the conclusion of an open and thorough interview process. No decision was made, and no job offer was extended, until the evening of January 28, a full day after Mr. Flores’ in-person interview and day-long visit to the Giants.

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Brian Flores, former head coach of the Miami Dolphins has filed a class action lawsuit against multiple NFL teams for racist hiring practices. In his lawsuit Flores accuses the New York Giants, and Denver Broncos of holding sham interviews only to fulfill the league’s Rooney rule.

Statement from Brian Flores.

God has gifted me with a special talent to coach the game of football, but the need for change is bigger than my personal goals. In making the decision to file the class action complaint, I understand that I may be risking coaching the game I love. and has done so much for my family and me. My sincere hope is that by standing up against systemic racism in the NFL, others will join me to ensure that positive change is made for generations to come.”

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New York Giants statement in response to Brian Flores’ lawsuit.

“We are pleased and confident with the process that resulted in the hiring of Brian Daboll. We interviewed an impressive and diverse group of candidates. The fact of the matter is, Brian Flores was in the conversation to be our head coach until the eleventh hour. Ultimately, we hired the individual we felt was most qualified to be our next head coach,”

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NFL statement in response to Brian Flores’ lawsuit.

“The NFL and our clubs are deeply committed to ensuring equitable employment practices and continue to make progress in providing equitable opportunities throughout our organizations. Diversity is core to everything we do, and there are few issues on which our clubs and our internal leadership team spend more time. We will defend against these claims, which are without merit.”

NFL press release

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• Watch The Half-Time Show

The most obvious (and easiest) thing to do is to stay sitting on the couch and watch the halftime show. You may disagree with everything that the pundits have to say, but it can be interesting to hear different opinions as well as view the stats from the game and highlights. If your team is down, however, you may want to find another way to occupy yourself!

• Fix Yourself A Snack

Half-time is the perfect time to fix yourself a snack to enjoy during the rest of the game. What’s more, there are many tantalizing snack recipes from places like Delish to consider which are perfect for watching football with a few cold ones.

• Go For A Walk

The healthy option is to take a short stroll, and this is a good idea if you have been sitting down for a lengthy period of time. It does not have to be far as you won’t want to miss a minute of the action, but even a short stroll around the block can be good for your health as stated by Mayo Clinic and allow you to focus on something else for a short while.

• Place A Few Bets

Placing a few bets on the action through a betting website like Unibet is an excellent way to pass the time while also mak-ing the game a little bit more interesting for the second half or you could look to place bets on other games or even sports.

• Browse Social Media

Whether you are a social media lover or hater, there’s no denying that it is a fantastic resource for sports, particularly the NFL! See what your friends, experts, and even current players are saying about the action and get involved with the debate. It can be good fun and make you think about the game differently.

• Make Your Own Analysis

Following on from this, it can be good fun to create your own analysis for the game so far and write it down. Doing so will help you to think on a deeper level about the action and consider changes that need to happen in the second half. You can check out this article from SB Nation for tips. Who knows, you may even discover that you have a skill for this and you could create your own football analysis website/channel!

The above suggestions are just a few ideas for ways in which you can fill time during half-time during a football game. It can be a tricky period no matter what the score is and you will want to find a way to kill time so that the second half comes round quickly.

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Keep Up to Date with Contract Negotiations

There might be no games to watch, butthere’s a lot of activity going on behind the scenes. For one, there are contracts that needto be negotiated before the start of training camp. You don’t want to be the only fan who doesn’t know who’s playing in your favourite team next season.

Keep Abreast of Injury Updates

The NFL is not the softest of sports to play, andevery year there are countless injured players. Thiscreates an awful lot of suspense before training camp starts while you wait to see who has recovered from their injuries. For some players, the injuries they suffer can mean the end of their playing days while others justseem to brush themselves off and get back on it almost immediately. Keep your eye on the NFL news feeds so you can check what’s happening.

Spend Time Playing Casino Games Online

A great way to keep your mind off the football for the next seven months is to find another outlet for your sporting enthusiasm. www.schmittscasino.com is an online casino where you can play exciting casino games all year round. Give yourself a break from the excitement ofbeing an NFL fan and enjoy a fewgamesof blackjack, poker, roulette, or craps.

Find a New Sport to Watch

Seven months is a long time towaitfor the season to start again, but it’s not too bad if you’ve got another sport to watch. Just because there’s no football doesn’t mean it’s all doom and gloom. After all, there’s basketball to watch, ice hockey, Major League baseball, and the Masters Golf Tournament.

Coach a Sports Team

If you’ve got time to spare, why not get involved in coaching of a sports teams and enjoy sharing your sporting knowledge with others? You’ll also be getting a goodamount of exercise, so you’ll be fit and well when it’s time to cheer on your favourite NFL team.

Get Ready for the Next Season

The training camps open from May until July, and this is the time when you can sort out the gear you want to wear for the next season. You don’t want to feel left out whenyou’re wearing a jersey that’s two years out of date.

Thisis also the time for you to mend those relationship bridges that have taken a battering during the last football season. Spend time with your friends and your loved ones and make sure they know how much you care. It won’t be long before the NFL is taking up all your time again and they’re feeling a little left out.

If you can keep yourself occupied for the next few months, you’ll be pleasantly surprised athow quickly time flies until the new season kicksoff.

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Football is a great sport to follow and brushing up on your knowledge and becoming more involved will likely be a very rewarding experience for you. The transformation isn’t going to happen overnight, so it’s better to get started sooner rather than later. Relax and have fun discovering and enjoying a new hobby you can get behind and feel passionate about each day.

Understand the Game

You’ll be able to become a more dedicated football fan when you understand the basics of the game. Take time to learn the rules and how the sport is played because this will help you better appreciate what the players are doing out on the field. Brush up on your skills so that you turn into the expert and are able to explain the gist of the game to another person with ease.

Never Miss A Game

You’re going to mold yourself into a more dedicated football fan when you’re good about never missing a game. Go online to Ticket sales and claim your seats to the upcoming games well in advance so you can clear your schedule. Be prepared to cheer on your favorite players and beloved team so that you can help them win more games. You’ll increase your fan status when you’re committed to attending all of the games both rain and shine.

Follow Your Favorite Players on Social Media

Social media is the perfect medium for you to get to know your desired team and players better. Review recent updates and receive the inside scoop on what’s happening within the organization by following popular accounts online. It’s a fun way to get a sneak peek into the player’s lives and what they’re up to on and off the field. The best part is that you can access the information from your computer or phone whenever you want.

Hang Around People Who Love the Sport

You can’t hang around people who have no desire to learn more about football and expect to morph yourself into a more dedicated fan. Spend time with individuals who feel passionate about the sport and will want to watch games with you and talk football in their free time. Being a committed sports fan is a great way to meet people and grow your social circle. This way you’ll always have someone to cheer on your team and engage in conversation with about heated or controversial topics related to recent games.

Conclusion

Use this guide to help you develop into one of the most dedicated football fans out there. Enjoy the experience and how much fun it is to become a part of a larger community. You’ll finally feel like you belong in the world of football after working these tips into your daily life.

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The NFL is throwing the hammer around left and right today.  New York Giants kicker Josh Brown caught a one game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy.

STATEMENT BY AN NFL SPOKESPERSON:

Josh Brown of the New York Giants has been suspended without pay for the first game of the 2016 regular season for violating the NFL Personal Conduct Policy.

Brown will be eligible to return to the Giants’ active roster on Monday, September 12 following the team’s September 11 game against the Dallas Cowboys.
Brown is eligible to participate in all preseason practices and games.

Its is not yet known what the infractions was, Currently  the Giants have former Cincinnati Bengals kicker Tom Obarski on the roster.

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Do you know someone who is a huge football fan, an auto enthusiast and supporter of their local NFL team?

Do you know someone who has made a huge impact on their community?

Do you know someone who has made tremendous sacrifices in their own life in order to help those around them?

Do you know someone deserving who could really use a massive car/truck/van or RV makeover, whether it’s a facelift or a major fix? 
A new television series for a major cable network is scouring the country for deserving football fans who could really use a makeover on their vehicle! We’re working with one of the best restorers in the business to help make people’s dream cars/trucks/vans a reality. 
To nominate someone (or to nominate yourself!), please email us with his or her (or your) name, age (must be 18 or over), location and details on why they (or you!) are deserving of this amazing opportunity. Please include a few photos as well.

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Leftfield Entertainment – an award-winning television production company responsible for hits like Pawn Stars, Alone and American Restoration on the History Channel as well as a number of programs for Fox, Discovery, A&E, and National Geographic is looking to give an NFL fan, a car makeover.

Casting for the new show that will feature deserving NFL football fans who could really use a makeover on their vehicle! For this project, we’re working with one of the best restorers in the business to help make people’s dream cars/trucks/vans a reality. The ideal candidate is someone who has made a big sacrifice in their life, has made an impact on their community (either through volunteer work, charity work, helping others, mentoring kids, etc.!) and is truly deserving of having the vehicle of their dreams!

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Odell Beckham Jr suspended one game for conduct in Sunday’s game against Carolina Panthers CB Josh Norman. NFL’s statement below from their Instgram account.

NFL Statement.

“Odell Beckham suspended one game for conduct during Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers.”

NFL Vice President of Football Operations Merton Hanks wrote the following to Beckham.

“At numerous times during yesterday’s game against the Carolina Panthers, your actions placed a fellow player at unnecessary risk…and clearly did not represent the high standards of sportsmanship expected.”

It is believed that Odell Beckham Jr. will appeal this decision by the NFL.

UPDATE

Odell Becjham Jr. Was granted an appeal hearing, it will be set for today at 12 o’clock. We will update with the verdict of this hearing as soon as it is announced.

UPDATE

Appeal denied, Odell Beckham Jr. will serve a 1-game suspension.

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Below is updated postseason ticket invoice policy that was emailed out to season ticket holders on Friday. More information could be found on Giants.com

All 32 NFL teams are now required by new NFL policies to offer their Season Ticket Holders the opportunity, prior to the first regular season game, to reserve tickets for any postseason game they may host in that season.

As a PSL and Season Ticket Holder, your seats for the playoffs are already reserved through your PSL Agreement. As part of these new policies, we will offer PSL Holders preferred pricing. For any home Wild Card playoff game, PSL Holders will be charged no more for each of their seats than the average ticket price of that seat for the 2015 season.

At this time, there is nothing you need to do to opt-in to receive the exclusive Wild Card playoff game pricing. As in prior years, we will send more playoff information as the season progresses, including final pricing for any potential Wild Card, Divisional and/or Championship Game. The Giants will offer PSL Holders the same payment options as in prior years. This includes the Pay-When-We’re-In option where Season Ticket Holders enroll their credit card for payment but are not charged until within 24-48 hours of when it is determined that the Giants will host a home playoff game.

Thank you and please contact the New York Giants Ticket Office at (201) 935-8222 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,

New York Giants Ticket Office

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