Broncos Coach Michael Wilhoite Arrested Allegedly Punched Cop
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11:42 AM PT -- TMZ Sports has obtained Wilhoite's mugshot.
10:00 AM PT -- TMZ Sports has obtained more details on the arrest ... with a Denver Police officer claiming he was working a curb assignment on the East arrivals level of the airport around 2:09 PM when the alleged incident occurred.
The cop says he told Wilhoite he could not leave his 2021 Ford Bronco unattended, to which Wilhoite allegedly replied, "shut the f*** up" two times.
The cop claims Wilhoite bumped his chest into him, causing him to step backward. The cop says he then shoved Wilhoite ... who responded by punching him in the right side of the face with a closed left fist, forcing him to the ground.
Ex-NFL's Chris Kluwe Open To Running For Political Office ... After Viral Anti-MAGA Town Hall Arrest
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Chris Kluwe says he's been contacted by multiple people from the Democratic party, and while he straight up says he doesn't want to run for political office, the former Vikings punter tells TMZ Sports he'd be willing to do it.
43-year-old Kluwe went viral last week after he delivered an explosive anti-Donald Trump, anti-MAGA speech at a city council meeting in Huntington Beach, CA ... which ultimately led to his arrest.
We spoke with the 8-year NFL vet ... and asked him about a potential run for office.
Patrick Surtain II As The Son of An Ex-NFL Star ... Here's My Advice To Sheduer Sanders!!!
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If Shedeur Sanders wants some tips on how to navigate following a famous dad's footsteps into the NFL ... Patrick Surtain II is offering up some, free of charge.
The newly crowned Defensive Player of the Year -- who's the son of former Miami Dolphins star Patrick Surtain -- told TMZ Sports out at Super Bowl week this month Sanders merely needs to "keep being" himself if he wants to succeed in the pros.
It, of course, is a simple concept ... but as the offspring of Deion Sanders -- Surtain II knows it's not always the easiest task.
Adrian Peterson 'No Interest' In Coaching ... I Love Being A Dad!!!
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Don't expect Adrian Peterson to follow in Deion Sanders' coaching footsteps anytime soon ... the ex-NFL tailback tells TMZ Sports he has absolutely no desire to run a football team's sidelines.
Sanders' success in the college game has paved the way for several other football legends to get HC gigs -- Eddie George, Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson all have headsets now -- but Peterson told us out at Super Bowl week this month he won't be next.
The former Minnesota Vikings star said it's just too stressful of a job ... and right now, he's enjoying relaxing and being a dad.
Aaron Rodgers Here's My Wish List For Next NFL Team
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NFL general managers looking to have Aaron Rodgers on their team in 2025 better listen up ... he just revealed what he's looking for in his next squad!!!
The soon-to-be free agent quarterback doled out his wish list following a training session in sunny Southern California on Thursday ... explaining that he really only desires two things in his next team.
No. 1, he asked to be wanted. And No. 2, he said he was hopeful to be surrounded by talent. It didn't seem he'd be opposed to some good weather, either.
Terrell Suggs Pleads Guilty To Disorderly Conduct ... In Starbucks Threat Case
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2:27 PM PT -- A spokesperson for Terrell Suggs tells TMZ Sports ... "Terrell is relieved that he can now put this unfortunate incident behind him. The safety and well-being of his family and himself have always been his top priority, and he is grateful that they are all safe. He appreciates the support and understanding from everyone during this time and he looks forward to moving forward."
Former NFL superstar Terrell Suggs pleaded guilty to a criminal charge on Thursday in his Starbucks threat case, TMZ Sports has learned.
The ex-Baltimore Ravens pass rusher appeared in a Maricopa County, AZ courtroom in a shirt and a tie -- and, after cutting a deal with prosecutors, he submitted a guilty plea to one count of disorderly conduct.
In exchange, officials agreed to drop the second charge of threatening or intimidating they had hit him with over a March 2024 incident at a local Starbucks.
Mike Collier Steelers Super Bowl Champ Dead At 71
Former Pittsburgh Steeler and Super Bowl X winner Mike Collier died at the age of 71 at his home in Maryland on Sunday.
According to an online obituary ... Collier passed away at a local hospital in Hagerstown. No cause of death was provided.
After playing college ball at Morgan State University in Baltimore ... the running back was a 14th-round selection by the Black and Gold in the 1975 NFL Draft. In his rookie season, he appeared in 14 regular season games, rushing for 124 yards and three touchdowns.
Hailee Steinfeld Josh Allen's The 'Man Of My Dreams' ... And The Buffalo Bills Own The AFC East!!!
If Hailee Steinfeld wasn't already the queen of Bills Mafia ... someone better get her a crown now -- 'cause she just roasted Buffalo's biggest rivals!!
Josh Allen's fiancée fired off the savage burn during a game of "Truth or Wear" with Who What Wear on Wednesday ... after she was asked to take a "football IQ quiz."
Part of the test required her to list off everyone in the Bills' AFC East division ... but rather than go through the Patriots, Dolphins and Jets by name -- she went a route Buffalo fans will adore.
Kim Zolciak Kroy Needs Psychological Evaluation ... Signs Point to CTE!!!
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Kim Zolciak says her estranged husband needs psychological help ... and is asking a court to appoint medical professionals to evaluate Kroy to see if he has CTE.
The reality television star filed the document in family court Tuesday ... claiming she believes Kroy is suffering from the effects of chronic traumatic encephalopathy -- better known as CTE, a cognitive disease sustained by many former NFL players.
Zolciak claims Kroy -- who played football in the NFL for 8 years -- regularly devolves into profanity-laced outbursts about her in the presence of their four minor children ... and has even used physical violence against her. She's also accusing him of "extreme sexual promiscuity."
Mahomes, Kelce, Burrow Seven Charged In Burglary Sting ... More Than $2 Million In Goods Stolen
Seven Chilean nationals believed to be behind the Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Joe Burrow burglaries have been charged ... and they're accused of taking more than $2 million in valuables from several big-name athletes' homes.
The feds unsealed a criminal complaint this week ... which names alleged South American theft group members Pablo Cartes, Ignacio Cartes, Bastian Freraut, Jordan Sanchez, Bastian Morales, Alexander Chavez and Sergio Cabello as defendants.
The members are charged with conspiracy to commit interstate transportation of stolen property ... and face a maximum penalty of 10 years behind bars.
Lamar Jackson Just (Hair)do It!!
Lamar Jackson is apparently heading into the offseason with a new mantra -- long hair, don't care -- 'cause the two-time MVP just debuted an awesome new 'do!!
The 28-year-old posted a snap of his current hair situation on Tuesday ... showing his braids have been taken out.
It's unclear if he's keeping the long hair or getting a fresh cut -- but some fans online were quick to compare his current look to Jimmy Butler's emo appearance for Miami Heat media day in 2023.
Patrick Mahomes Sr. Admits In Court Docs ... John Rocker NOLA Dust-Up Was Staged
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Patrick Mahomes Sr. relented last week that the Bourbon St. dust-up between him and John Rocker was, in fact, "staged."
The father of NFL star Patrick Mahomes II made the admission on Feb. 13, according to court documents obtained by TMZ Sports, as officials were questioning him about his trip to New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX.
— goat (@TrindonHo11iday) February 11, 2025 @TrindonHo11iday
The docs state Mahomes Sr. -- who was placed on probation last year after pleading guilty to a charge of DWI third or more -- was given permission to travel to watch his son in Louisiana from Feb. 7 through Feb. 10 ... but when he got into a squabble with Rocker, and then subsequently missed a urine test on Feb. 11, officials wanted to know more.
Shedeur Sanders I'm A Huge Fan Of the Browns ... On 'Madden'
Shedeur Sanders' video game habits might reveal his preferred NFL destination come April ... 'cause the former Colorado superstar said he only plays "Madden" with the Cleveland Browns.
When talking about the popular football franchise on a recent vlog, Shedeur explained he enjoys playing with the Browns because of how they move around the field ... as well as how they're set up.
The nugget of info certainly got the Dawg Pound's ears perked on Tuesday ... with plenty of diehards pointing out how Deion's son has warmed up to the idea of suiting up in Orange and Brown over the past few weeks.
Donald Trump Golfs With Buffalo Bills Players Happy Presidents' Day!!!
The Buffalo Bills might have ended their season in defeat, but they hung out with a big winner on Monday ... hitting the golf course with President Donald Trump!!
Spencer Brown, Dalton Kincaid, Ryan Van Demark, Tommy Doyle and Sam Martin were spotted hanging out with the POTUS at the Trump International Golf Club Palm Beach ... which had to be pretty special, considering it was Presidents' Day.
Brown -- an offensive tackle who signed a four-year extension last year -- shared a group photo of the crew on his Instagram ... and it looked like a great time was had by all.
Richie Incognito Slams Media, Jonathan Martin ... Over Bullygate
Richie Incognito is going on the offensive following ex-Dolphins teammate Jonathan Martin walking back bullying allegations -- slamming the former offensive lineman AND NFL media for trying to "ruin my career over a lie!"
Speaking with ESPN, Martin told the outlet ... "I never believed for a second I was being bullied" and that it's been something he's "been trying to fix for 10 years."
You tried to ruin my career over a lie! A decade later Jonathan Martin admits he was never bullied. His mother pushed the narrative of bullying to the media. Jonathan Martin never believed in the stance his camp was taking during the Ted Wells investigation. The NFL and the media… https://t.co/DxHrLOEWsk
— Richie Incognito (@68INCOGNITO) February 17, 2025 @68INCOGNITO
Now with Jonathan's admission, Incognito, a 13-year NFL veteran, is taking aim at multiple media members who he believes did him wrong, including Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, saying that "The NFL and the media ran with a false narrative, ruined careers, and moved on."
NFL's Ben Cleveland Arrested For DUI ... Cops Say He Blew .178
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Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Ben Cleveland was arrested for DUI last week, TMZ Sports has learned ... after he allegedly drove his truck with a BAC over twice the legal limit.
According to Baldwin County Sheriff's Office documents we obtained, Cleveland was suspected of drunk driving in Milledgeville, Ga. on Feb. 12.
The docs state the 26-year-old -- a third-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft out of the Univ. of Georgia -- was pulled over at around 10:25 PM ... after he had been swerving in a roadway. Cops wrote Cleveland was actually driving so erratically, he nearly steered his black Ford F-250 into a ditch.