football
Meet star U.S. athletes who credit their Tongan heritage
Many Tongan American athletes are making a name for themselves in pro sports and shining a light on the their culture.
Changing the game: U.S. women in sports management
Several women are working in senior management positions for major U.S. sports franchises historically dominated by men.
Americans love the Super Bowl
This year's Super Bowl pits two dynamic quarterbacks against each other. But Americans' devotion to the game is about much more than football.
To Americans, the Super Bowl is more than just a game
Millions of Americans will gather on what has become practically a cultural holiday to watch the biggest football game of the year.
Women tackle new opportunities in the NFL
The NFL will start the 2021 season with a record number of female coaches. Learn how the league is increasing women's roles in football.
Jets hire Robert Saleh, NFL’s first Muslim head coach
Learn why Robert Saleh, the first Muslim head coach of an NFL team, walked away from the world of finance to pursue his dream of coaching football.
Super Bowl 2021 will be different
About 7,500 health care workers will see the game in person while most others will watch from home. Learn what else will change because of COVID-19.
One-handed star tackles the National Football League
Linebacker Shaquem Griffin has inspired a fan base that is growing to include far greater numbers than that of a typical draftee just out of college.
Why Americans go crazy over the Super Bowl
More than 100 million people across America are expected to watch the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles compete in the Super Bowl. Why?