NBA Players Want Medical Cannabis Too
The NBA recently made headlines when players made a concerted effort to push the league to legalize medical marijuana. This is hardly the first time that such a sentiment has been bandied about.
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Do Alcohol Companies Own the NFL?
One sponsorship group that would undoubtedly have an issue with a league that embraced cannabis immediately comes to mind: beer companies.
Challenge to NFL: Go Pro-Cannabis, Attract More Pro Talent
There is a steadily growing concern among current and former players that the NFL doesn't really care about them as people, only caring insofar as the player can help generate revenue.
Former NFL Athlete Supports Medical Marijuana for Players
Jackson is unashamed to talk about his cannabis use as a player. He says he resorted to cannabis because he didn't want to take prescription opiates and end up addicted to pain pills as many former players do.
NCAA to Revise Drug Testing Policy
The NCAA (that organization that manages all aspects of collegiate sporting) announced that it has a plan in place to reevaluate the way they go about testing student athletes for recreational drug use.
My Favorite Strains for an Active Lifestyle
A more diverse cannabis consumer profile is emerging — cyclists, fishermen, skiers and snowboarders, kayakers, hikers, runners, flow artists, dancers, yogis, gymnasts and people who enjoy a light stroll down a guided path.
NFL and Cannabis: Quasi-Freepass and Why Players Use MJ
If we peel back the onion a bit on cannabis and see why players seem to seek it out, I think it can paint a fair image of weed while still keeping league reputation in tact.
Marvin Washington, Retired NFL Star, Stumps for Cannabis
Since his days on the gridiron, Washington has become a financial consultant to NBA and NFL players. He's also a very outspoken supporter of medical cannabis, specifically the NFL's stance on the herb.
Padre's Cabrera Arrested for Marijuana DUI
Recently, San Diego Padre's shortstop, Everth Cabrera, was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of marijuana. Really, this story is less about the MLB's stance on drugs and more about the strangely vague details of the arrest.
Alcohol Still Gets a Free Pass in the NFL
It's still a major gripe of mine with the NFL, and pro sports in general: alcohol gets a free pass, regardless of how much havoc it wreaks.
NFL Player Poll: Pot Not as Dangerous
As part of a survey of 100-plus players conducted by ESPN.com's NFL Nation, 75 percent of the 82 players who answered said they agree with Obama's statement - that he does not think marijuana is more dangerous than alcohol ...
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Steelers Running Backs Le'Veon Bell and LeGarrette Blount Charged With Marijuana Possession
Pittsburgh Steelers running backs Le'Veon Bell and LeGarrette Blount will be charged with marijuana possession following a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon, when a 20 gram bag of marijuana was found inside the car.
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Loophole Offers Potential Path for Some Minor League Players to Smoke Way Onto Major League Rosters
Inside a minor league clubhouse this year, a player who had tested positive for marijuana a second time wasn't concerned, according to a witness. He didn't plan on curtailing his marijuana use, either. "I'll just smoke my way onto the 40-man," he said.
NFL Players and Cannabis: Why Risk It?
With the pending and nebulous NFL policy changes regarding cannabis coming down the line (theoretically in the next few months), marijuana and the NFL are trending together.
Rescheduling Cannabis Would Solve the NFL and Weed Quagmire
The NFL's rules on pot are getting ready to change. It remains somewhat unclear just how they will change, but some change is imminent. Commissioner Goodell has a history of equivocating and not really taking a firm stance on cannabis
Pro Football Hall of Famer, Jonathan Ogden, Applies for Medical Marijuana Dispensary License
Las Vegas Review-Journal reports Jonathan Ogden, retired Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle, applied for a medical marijuana dispensary license in Nevada.
Mitch McGary Declares for NBA After NCAA Marijuana Suspension
What makes this case interesting is that Mitch McGary had tested positive for marijuana during the Sweet Sixteen tournament just a few weeks ago and was facing a full-year suspension dished out by the NCAA.
NCAA Reduces Penalty for a Positive Marijuana Test
The NCAA approved a measure that would reduce the penalty for a positive marijuana drug test, the suspension will be reduced to half of a year.