Hernandez had problems before he played one snap in the NFL, which makes it hard to blame his CTE diagnosis on the NFL and makes his situation even more complicated. 

What is the impact of Aaron Hernandez's diagnosis of CTE?

Is the chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) diagnosis for Aaron Hernandez all that surprising? It's another tough hit for the NFL

The discovery of CTE on Aaron Hernandez's brain isn't that surprising, given the latest research. But turning to another aspect—does the family care?

Enlarge / New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez in January 2013. (credit: Getty | Boston Globe) Former New England Patriot’s tight end Aaron Hernandez had a severe case of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain...

His daughter is suing the NFL and Patriots.

After discovering that Hernandez had a severe case of CTE, Hernandez's lawyer is suing the NFL and the Patriots on behalf of Hernandez's daughter. 

Boston University researchers found Stage III CTE in Aaron Hernandez’s brain.

Aaron Hernandez had “severe” CTE when he hung himself in prison. 

The former Patriots tight end was convicted of murder in 2015. He was found dead in his prison cell in April.

A mechanical engineering Ph.D. student created the foam to better measure the force of impact to the head.

Cranial collisions are haunting the sports world more and more. A recent survey of 111 former football player's brains found that 110 showed signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative disease caused by repeated blows like...

Carlos Hyde is questionable to return.

Welp.

The additional netting will be in place by Opening Day next season. 

Ugh.

Flair made the comments on the Dan LeBatard Show, but said he never drank before he wrestled. 

Watch this incredible goal, which took place on the sideline of a professional soccer match in Brazil. 

Red Sox starter Chris Sale became the first American League pitcher to strike out 300 hitters since 1999. The accomplishment is as impressive as it sounds.

How to watch Rams vs. 49ers: Live stream, TV channel info, start time.

Newcastle are believed to be lining up a deal for prolific Turkish forward Cenk Tosun. 

The USA U-17s will play host India, Ghana and Colombia at the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Tottenham and Liverpool are both said to be gunning for the Werder Bremen U-17 star.

Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi is happier at the club now that Neymar no longer plays there, and knew the world record signing would cause problems at PSG.

Jorge Posada hopes to help his home island bounce back. 

With no power and massive damage, Puerto Rico will have to weather the financial storm of bankruptcy

In a Billboard exclusive video, Marc Anthony calls for people to aid in the efforts as Hurricane Maria wreaks havoc on his island, Puerto Rico, just...

Battle of the Sexes is the story of a woman, already a world-famous athlete, who didn’t yet know how much more she’d become.

It's a tragedy that Friday Night Lights is leaving Netflix.

After a young girl was struck by a line drive yesterday, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said the league will look to increase netting in stadiums. 

Here's a look at this week's Thursday Night Football matchup. 

Don’t worry about Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan facing off in a contest between the NFL’s youngest coaches. When the Los Angeles Rams take on the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday Night Football, it will be all about the running backs

Lonzo Ball’s signature shoe has a brand new look. 

LeBron vs. Kawhi? Kyrie vs. Durant? We've reached the Final Four, where the Crossover's 1-on-1 Tournament really heats up. 

Need some under-the-radar help to fill your fantasy football lineup in Week 3? Jay Cutler of the Miami Dolphins, Rashard Higgins of the Cleveland Browns, and others are here for you.

The world's fastest marathoners will compete for the world record at the 2017 Berlin Marathon on Sunday.

Ricky Williams was pulled over and taken to jail over outstanding warrants.