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sports2 years ago

LeBron James Calls Out NFL for Suspending Cameraman

LeBron James criticizes the NFL for suspending Tyreek Hill's cameraman, who was involved in Hill's touchdown celebration, calling the decision "F'd UP" and urging the league to "do better." The NFL penalized Hill for using a prop during the celebration and fined him, while also revoking the cameraman's credentials for the rest of the season. Many social media users agreed with James, as the celebration was considered one of the best moments of the year in the NFL.

sports2 years ago

Cameraman Injured by Errant Throw at Yankees-Orioles Game

A YES Network cameraman, Pete Stendel, was hit in the head by an errant throw during the Yankees-Orioles game at Yankee Stadium. Play was stopped as medical staff attended to Stendel, who was conscious and talking. He was carted off the field on a stretcher, raising a peace sign to the crowd. The incident occurred when the throw from Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson hit Stendel as he was peering into his camera. Play eventually resumed.

sports2 years ago

Assault charges dropped against Raiders' Davante Adams.

Assault charges against Las Vegas Raiders' wide receiver Davante Adams were dropped after he shoved a cameraman following the team's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in October. Although the criminal case was dropped, the victim filed a civil lawsuit for battery against Adams, which is still pending. Adams apologized for the incident and was not suspended by the league.

sports2 years ago

Photographer sues Davante Adams, Raiders, and Chiefs over postgame shove.

A cameraman filed a civil suit against Las Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Raiders after Adams shoved him to the ground following a loss to the Chiefs last season. The cameraman said he feared for his life and was diagnosed with concussion symptoms, harassed online, and received death threats. He is suing Adams for battery and seeking damages from the Raiders for liability. Adams was charged with misdemeanor assault, and the case is still ongoing. The NFL did not issue punishment against Adams initially, but he could still face a fine or suspension depending on the result of the misdemeanor charge and the civil suit.