Articles by James Foglio (472)
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said during Monday’s episode on “The TK Show” podcast, hosted by The Athletic’s Tim Kawakami, that he offered former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick a spot on his coaching staff. However, Belichick turned him down. San Francisco 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan said he thought eight-time Super Bowl […]
The Indiana Pacers and guard Andrew Nembhard agreed to a three-year, $59 million contract extension that will take him through the 2027-28 season, Todd Ramasar and Jaafar Choufani of Life Sports Agency informed ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Wednesday morning. Andrew Nembhard agreed to the maximum allowable money the Indiana Pacers could offer him on a […]
The future Ho-Chunk Casino in Beloit, Wisconsin, will feature four restaurants with an outdoor patio, a 62-seat bar, and an 18-story hotel with 312 rooms. The $405 million project will be built at the southeast corner of Willowbrook and Colley roads between Willowbrook Road and Interstate 39-90. Ho-Chunk Casino will house the 62-seat bar, four restaurants, […]
DraftKings announced its intention to launch its online sportsbook in Washington D.C., pending licensure and regulatory approvals. The company’s entrance into the D.C. market comes after the online sports betting company reached an agreement to be the sports betting provider at Audi Field for the MLS’ D.C. United. DraftKings will become the fourth online sportsbook […]
New Jersey Senator John McKeon proposed a bill in March 2024 that would include a tax hike on New Jersey online casinos and sportsbooks to 30%. However, it won’t be part of the 2024 fiscal year budget proposal. Online casinos in New Jersey are currently taxed 15%, while sportsbooks are taxed at 13% The proposed […]
Hard Rock debuted its exclusive Rakin’ Bacon Sahara slot game by AGS at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City in New Jersey and online at Hard Rock Bet. This launch marked the company’s first joint omnichannel slot game release, providing exclusive access to Rakin’ Bacon Sahara. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City […]
The Minnesota Vikings and offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw agreed to a four-year contract extension worth up to $113 million on the eve of training camp, according to multiple reports. Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw will receive $77 million guaranteed, $43.7 million guaranteed at signing Darrisaw, who turned 25 last month, will receive $77 million […]
NBA veteran guard Reggie Jackson has agreed on a contract buyout with the Charlotte Hornets and plans to sign a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers upon clearing waivers, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Reggie Jackson will sign a one-year, $3.3 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers after clearing waivers with the Charlotte Hornets […]
The Jacksonville Jaguars signed Tyson Campbell to a four-year, $76.5 million contract extension on Tuesday, making him one of the NFL’s highest-paid cornerbacks. Jacksonville Jaguars’ Tyson Campbell is now the sixth-highest-paid cornerback in the NFL Campbell, 24, is now the sixth-highest-paid corner in the league. The multi-year deal also includes $53.4 million guaranteed. There are […]
“Those Guys” American Bikers Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.) held its 16th annual poker run over the weekend. This event raised money for the Children’s Home Society in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The proceeds provide children with Christmas presents and other gifts. “Those Guys” A.B.A.T.E. promote awareness for bikers, safer riding conditions, and the individual rights […]