Bengals Receiver Hosts Dinner for 64 Strangers
By Gayle Saunders
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On Wednesday at St. Elmo’s Steakhouse in Indy Chad Ochocinco bought dinner for 64 of his closest friends (Twitter Friends that is) whom he had never before met. Ochocinco spread some love by treating random people to dinner.
Ochocinco sent an open invite on his Twitter page and folks arrived in droves. The small steakhouse only fit 64 people and it was a full house. It was said that Ochocinco was very cordial and took great care of the employees.
For all Ochocinco fans he has promised future dinner outings at road games, in Atlanta on October 24 and New York on Thanksgiving. Ochocinco says he does this in every NFL city to allow people to see the “real him.”
Ochocinco also brought a special dinner guest, his homie and fellow Bengals wide receiver Terrell Owens aka Batman.
Skinnypost.com takes our Hat off to Chad for treating his fans to dinner and most importantly having fun with his fans. He spent probably close to $10,000 last night on 64 people he didn’t previously know. You can best believe they will not forget the expereience.
Follow the Leader: Derrick Brooks announces his retirement
Derrick Brooks has officially announced his retirement from the NFL, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will honor their iconic linebacker at a media gathering Thursday. Brooks confirmed his retirement with a message posted this morning on his official online video site, derrickbrooks.tv .
Often referred to as one of the most respected players in the National Football League, Derrick Brooks embodies discipline and demands commitment from his teammates. A seasoned veteran of the NFL, Brooks holds the distinction of being the only Buccaneers player to be named to ten consecutive Pro Bowls.
The unquestioned leader of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and one of the NFL’s best linebackers, Brooks started over 200 consecutive games. His ability to run down some of the league’s top playmakers led Brooks to becoming the most prolific tackler in Buccaneers history with over 1,900 career tackles. Read more
Hero’s for Haiti – The Oben Family!
Roman Oben is no stranger to the battle, no rookie when it comes to lending a helping hand when times are tough. He’s been to Africa to aid the people of Cameroon in the land where Roman is from. He’s also made a difference in his home State of New Jersey, the founder of the Roman Oben Foundation in 2003, he works to promote the positive development of youth and families through football, literacy and other community outreach projects. Working with children and charities from all over, Roman and his wife Linda are there to make a difference. How Roman and Linda fit it all in to their busy lives is a miracle as well. Blessed with a beautiful family and a few different jobs, the Oben’s are always on the go but somehow find time to help others and make a difference in people’s lives.
The Oben's are no stranger to giving back and helping people!
Since the Earthquake that came and devastated the Country of Haiti, the Oben family knew it had to act. It had to join the fight and once again throw in a helping hand when times seem their most dire. Linda Claude-Oben has deep ties to the country being a first generation Haitian-American. Her and and husband recently founded CORE (Claude Oben Recovery Effort) which has organized to once again head to Haiti and help. Roman was kind enough to email this press release that gives us some more insight into Linda’s trip.
July 28, 2010 – NEW YORK, NY – Linda Claude-Oben, wife of Super Bowl XXXVII champion and retired NFL lineman Roman Oben, leaves this Friday, July 30, on her second mission trip to Haiti, her first as co-founder of the Claude-Oben Recovery Effort (CORE). Read more
Derrick Williams – Making it Roar for Detroit!
Article By Barry Bach – Interview By Steve O’Reilly
Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Derrick Williams is making a huge impact in the city of Detroit. Derrick, nick-named ‘DWheelz’ while in college at Penn State, launched the Mealz on D.Wheelz program which provides school lunches for Detroit local schools. Derrick always knew he wanted to be involved in the Detroit community and his inspiration came from meeting NFL players and pro athletes who were involved in charities while he was young. Read more
Browns Shaun Rogers Helps Cops Nab DUI Driver
By Gayle Saunders
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Cleveland Browns D-Lineman “Big BaBy” Shaun Rogers called 911 last Thursday night as he was driving south on Interstate 71 in Middleburg Heights when he saw an erratic driver.
Rogers had a conversation with the dispatcher, Rogers said,
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Oakland Raiders Make Jailen Cooper’s Wish Come True
By Gayle Saunders
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ESPN’s “My Wish” series returns with the heart felt story of 10-year-old boy named Jailen Cooper. After he survived brain surgery, Jailen hoped to meet the Oakland Raiders and tackle his favorite player, Darren McFadden. With a little help from Raiders head coach Tom Cable, his wish became reality. Read more
Drew Brees Book Excerpt: ‘Coming Back Stronger’
By Gayle Saunders
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Almost a year ago, the cameras surrounded quarterback Drew Brees in an emotional moment as he held his son in his arms after an amazing Super Bowl win.
For the man who had a near career-ending injury to now being named the MVP of the Super Bowl, his storybook ending could only be seen as something inspiring.
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B-Ballin’ for Bradenton!!
By Steve O’Reilly
Bradenton, Florida is much like any city in the US. This small community, like many others, has been effected by the recent downturn in the economy and as businesses have had to cutback and layoff… big time Bradenton residents stepped up! Read more
Jockbiz Annual Bowling for Autism Charity Event – Saturday June 12th
By Gayle Saunders
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John Thornton created Jockbiz.com as a proactive way to reach out to professional athletes with ways to create a game plan for off-the-field success. Through his personal and professional experience, John helps athletes present themselves to the public in a positive way. His focus is on helping athletes develop their own valuable brand through involvement in the community and by being an asset to the team.
This Saturday, on June 12th you can come out and join many NFL players, coaches and media members for Jock Biz’s 8th Annual Bowling for Autism event. Read more
New Orleans Saints visit area hard hit by oil spill
By Gayle Saunders
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The New Orleans Saints and Gov. Bobby Jindal have decided to head down together to coastal Plaquemines Parish on Tuesday to visit areas affected by the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.
The Saints initially planned to attend a lunchtime event at the governor’s mansion in Baton Rouge that day, but Jindal and the Super Bowl champions decided it would be more appropriate to meet in an area that is now suffering the adverse affects of the worst oil spill in the nation’s history.
Oil has washed ashore in Plaquemines Parish, just southeast of New Orleans, killing and injuring wildlife and polluting waters where fishermen work.
