Xavien Howard is firing back at his accuser in new court documents, obtained by TMZ Sports … calling the woman “a scorned ex-lover” — and insisting her STD lawsuit against him is “the epitome of a shakedown.” The Miami Dolphins star filed the docs on Friday — one day after the woman, who filed her
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Play video content TMZSports.com Nick Swisher says the Phillies would not be two games away from a World Series title if they had kept Joe Girardi … telling TMZ Sports the team’s new manager, Rob Thomson, is the biggest reason for Philly’s success this year. “If it was Joe Girardi in this position,” the former
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested for his alleged role in the shooting of Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson back in August … cops confirmed to TMZ Sports on Wednesday. The Metropolitan Police Department said the teen — who was 16 at the time of the Aug. 28 incident — was hit with a
This is really sweet. Floyd Mayweather didn’t only hook up two young fans in a major way, gracing the boys with some spending cash and a promise of tickets to an NBA game … the boxing legend spent quality time with the youngsters, and even gave an impromptu “interview.” We’re told the two young fans
Anderson Silva‘s fight with Jake Paul is still on — the MMA legend has been cleared to compete in the boxing match, an Arizona athletic commission ruled Thursday night. The big last-minute meeting was called after the website MMA Weekly posted an interview with Silva … where the 47-year-old MMA G.O.A.T. admitted to being “knocked
Antonio Brown has a new rap beef after finding out Detroit rapper Sada Baby‘s been taking shots at him for his “Put That S**t On” antics. Sada dissed AB earlier this week, essentially calling everything he stands for “lame” … which understandably angered the former NFL star. Antonio brown Mr put that shit on, is
Play video content TMZSports.com Will Smith was in a dark place after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, but he had a champion in his corner — the actor says Floyd Mayweather called him every day for 10-straight days after the incident, just to make sure he was doing okay. Smith made the revelation
UPDATE 11:24 AM PT — TMZ has obtained a copy of the divorce filings. As we reported, the docs say both Tom and Gisele say their marriage was “irretrievably broken.” The property settlement and custody agreement remain confidential. What’s interesting … the docs include 2 certificates, showing both Tom and Gisele successfully completed a “Parent
Jaylen Brown says he feels terrible for the talented young men on the Donda Academy hoops roster who are missing out on opportunities because of Kanye West … so he’s doing something about it — by offering to sponsor any event that will host the team. Brown took to Twitter on Friday to announce his
Play video content TMZSports.com Jerry Jones should F them picks and pull off a trade for a star wideout ASAP … so says Troy Aikman, who tells TMZ Sports he believes his former team could benefit big time from adding another weapon. Dallas has largely stayed out of big-name acquisitions in both free agency and
Play video content TMZSports.com Adam “Pacman” Jones is thanking the crew that helped him launch his new weed strain … by hookin’ them up with some crazy iced-out jewelry!!! TMZ Sports has learned … the former Cincinnati Bengals star gifted 24 of his employees with the new bling — after they all played a role
Legendary Georgia Bulldogs football head coach Vince Dooley passed away Friday afternoon, the university announced. He was 90 years old. The Hall of Fame coach died peacefully at his home, according to UGA, surrounded by his wife and four children. The Alabama native spent 25 years coaching at Georgia … and became the winningest coach
Play video content Watch out, Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush … Troy Aikman showed he’s still got magic left in his right arm — knockin’ down 12 beer cans with two, pinpoint 20-yard throws!! The Dallas Cowboys legend hit a field in Texas to complete the feat — and while he tells TMZ Sports the
Play video content Miami Dolphins Tua Tagovailoa doesn’t seem to be too concerned at all about the potential of CTE down the road following his scary head injury last month … saying Tuesday that docs have told him he should be fine. The Dolphins quarterback made the surprising revelation in a meeting with reporters just
Waka Flocka Flame is jumping to Russell Wilson‘s defense after the latest round of public Russ bashing, courtesy of Charlamagne Tha God and “The Pivot” podcast. “The Breakfast Club” co-host was discussing his daughters’ dating future with Channing Crowder when Russ’ name came up in a backhanded compliment. The whole group felt Russ was square,
UPDATE 2:35 PM PT — A spokesperson for the Oktibbeha County Coroner’s Office tells TMZ Sports no foul play is suspected. Sam Westmoreland, a Mississippi State University football player, has died unexpectedly … the school announced on Wednesday. He was 18 years old — and only two days away from his 19th birthday. No cause
Play video content TMZSports.com Jim Leyritz, hero of the 1996 World Series, knows a little something about hitting under pressure in the playoffs … and now the catcher/infielder/outfield (Jim basically played every position) is telling TMZ Sports his secret. “I always was taught that at a very young age from Pete Rose is if I
Basketball star Emoni Bates is asking for forgiveness after a “poor decision” led to his gun arrest … saying he hopes he can inspire others to learn from his mistake. 18-year-old Bates — who was rated one of the top high school hoopers in the class of 2021 — spoke out for the first time