Maurice Peebles

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Shaq Joins Sacramento State as GM, Continues Wave of Black Athletes Reshaping College Sports

2 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Basketball icon Shaquille O’Neal is bringing his sizable presence to Sacramento State University as the men’s basketball team’s new general manager, sources confirmed to ESPN. The Hall of Famer’s surprise front-office move–an unpaid position—continues a growing trend of Black sports and entertainment legends transitioning from sports to leadership roles in college athletics, mirroring Michael Vick’s HBCU coaching journey now being chronicled in a BET docuseries.
The Numbers Behind Shedeur Sanders' Historic NFL Draft Slide

2 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Just a few weeks ago, what happened during the 2025 NFL Draft seemed unthinkable. Everyone would’ve expected Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders' son to walk across the NFL Draft stage Thursday night. Instead, Shedeur Sanders watched as three rounds of picks came and went without hearing his name called—creating one of the most dramatic draft slides in NFL history.
Shannon Sharpe Takes Break From ESPN Amid $50 Million Lawsuit

2 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Shannon Sharpe announced Thursday (April 24) he's temporarily stepping away from ESPN amid a high-profile lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault. The NFL Hall of Famer continues to maintain his innocence in the $50 million civil case that has sent shockwaves through sports media. "My statement is found here and this is the truth. The relationship in question was 100% consensual," Sharpe wrote in an Instagram post on April 24.
Alijah Arenas, Son of Gilbert Arenas, in Coma After Car Crash

2 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Five-star basketball prospect and USC commit Alijah Arenas is currently in a medically induced coma after being involved in a serious car crash early Thursday morning in Los Angeles, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 18-year-old son of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was reportedly driving his Tesla Cybertruck around 4:55 a.m. when the crash occurred. Details about the crash remain limited as the family deals with this challenging situation.
Beast Mode Goes Rugby: Marshawn Lynch Joins Ownership Group of Pro Rugby Team

2 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Former NFL star Marshawn Lynch continues to expand his business empire beyond football, now adding professional rugby team ownership to his portfolio. The five-time Pro Bowl running back and Super Bowl champion, along with NFL cornerback Marcus Peters, has officially joined the ownership group of the Seattle Seawolves, a Major League Rugby franchise, making him one of the few Black owners in professional rugby.
Court Grants Travis Hunter's Father Permission to Witness Son's NFL Draft Moment

3 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Travis Hunter Sr. has received court approval to attend the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay where his son, Colorado standout WR/DB Travis Hunter Jr., is projected to be among the top selections. This father-son moment comes after Hunter Sr. was notably absent from his son's Heisman Trophy ceremony last December, a bittersweet achievement for the talented two-way player who made history at Colorado under head coach Deion Sanders.
Two Rings in One Year: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Marries Longtime Girlfriend Bry Burrows

3 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has officially tied the knot with longtime partner Bryonna “Bry” Burrows in a private ceremony, concluding a seven-year romance that began during their University of Alabama days and a year which saw him lead his team to shocking 40-22 dismantling of the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
The Complete Saga of Eagles WR A.J. Brown's Stolen Mercedes Recovery

3 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown's stolen car saga came to a successful conclusion Monday when Camden County police recovered his stolen black Mercedes and apprehended the suspect following a brief foot chase in Camden, New Jersey. The Social Media Callout That Started ItWhen Brown discovered his Mercedes was stolen from his South Jersey home, he took matters into his own hands with the most direct approach—he went to social.
Report: Shannon Sharpe Nears Historic $100 Million Media Deal for Club Shay Shay

3 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Shannon Sharpe is proving how much of a force he is in the world of sports media. The Hall of Fame tight end and former FS1 Undisputed star is reportedly fielding multiple offers as his deal with Colin Cowherd’s The Volume podcast network comes to an end. According to Front Office Sports, Sharpe is expected to sign a new agreement that could exceed $100 million, setting a new benchmark for athlete-driven media.
Black Love: Sports' Most Captivating Couples of 2025

3 weeks ago | bet.com | Maurice Peebles

Championship rings, Olympic rings, wedding rings—these power couples prove that Black love is thriving in the sports world and beyond. BET has compiled the most captivating Black athlete couples who are winning on and off the field—with recent engagements, new baby announcements, and all the relationship updates you need.