ustine Lindsay, the NFL’s first openly transgender cheerleader, is claiming he was cut from the Carolina Panthers’ TopCats squad solely because of his transgender identity.
North Carolina’s legal sports betting industry saw a major boost in September, generating more than $12 million in tax revenue — the fifth-highest month since wagering launched in 2024. The surge was driven by the return of NFL and college football, which revived betting activity after a slower summer season.
Justine Lindsay, the first openly transgender cheerleader in the NFL, has announced he will not return to the Carolina Panthers’ cheerleading team for the upcoming season. Lindsay joined the TopCats squad in 2022, marking a first in league history, but now says his focus will shift to other pursuits, including pageantry, community activism, and a potential career in sports media.
Concerns are growing over ESPN’s journalistic independence following news that the NFL will acquire a 10% equity stake in the sports network. The deal, part of ESPN’s broader agreement to purchase NFL media assets including the NFL Network, has sparked alarms over conflicts of interest that could compromise sports reporting integrity.
Tom Brady weighed in on PGA Tour star Scottie Scheffler’s recent comments prioritizing faith and family over golf, sparking a debate about balancing career success with home life.
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders publicly revealed he quietly battled and overcame aggressive bladder cancer, crediting early detection, skilled doctors, and his faith in God for saving his life.
