The use of an anti-LGBTQ slur Wednesday by Cincinnati Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman during the Red and Royals broadcast of game 1 of a double header has stretched beyond the sports world overnight. He would apologize on air and remain in his position to call game 2. SI’s Jimmy Traina wonders how such an egregious act, and perhaps lackluster apology, will lead to more action from the Red and/or FOX Sports Ohio.
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The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to cut quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on Wednesday, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. The reported move comes just hours after the franchise agreed to sign Gardner Minshew to a two-year deal and days after after the team released signal-caller Brian Hoyer.
The Minnesota Vikings will sign running back Aaron Jones after the Green Bay Packers released the veteran on Monday, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported Tuesday morning. The deal will be for one year and $7 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Free agent running back Derrick Henry has agreed to sign a two-year contract worth $16 million with the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Cleveland Browns are reportedly adding Jameis Winston to the team, providing depth behind Deshaun Watson after his injury-plagued season.
