Wetzel

Wetzel: Here’s how the Belichick HOF snub could get even more awkward

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Wetzel: Why the Belichick HOF Snub May Become Even More Awkward Bill Belichick was notably snubbed by the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee, with 11 voters omitting him despite his remarkable accomplishments with the New England Patriots. Speculation arises about whether personal biases, including tensions with former rivals and current disputes with owner … Read more

Wetzel: Don’t take the weather out of football. Let it snow.

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Wetzel: Embrace the Weather in Football—Let it Snow! In the recent AFC Championship Game, snow impacted both offenses, resulting in a low-scoring 10-7 victory for New England over Denver. Critics on social media suggested moving championship games to neutral, domed stadiums to avoid weather issues. However, the author argues that weather is a fundamental part … Read more

Wetzel: Why the NFLPA mess should matter to football fans

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Wetzel: The relevance of the NFLPA debacle for football enthusiasts NFL Players Association executive director Lloyd Howell Jr. was paid $3.4 million last year and also had a part-time consulting job with the Carlyle Group, a private equity firm with league approval to seek minority ownership in NFL franchises. The NFLPA kept a January arbitration … Read more