WorldChristian group targets gay playerNFL player Michael Sam told reporters that he hoped in future he would be seen "as Michael Sam the football player, instead of as Michael Sam the gay football player".07 Sep 05:00 PM
FootballSupershorts: Writings on the wallWho said chivalry was dead? A report yesterday said Rory McIlroy telephoned ex-fiancee Caroline Wozniacki to tell her the wedding - and the relationship - were off.29 May 05:00 PM
LeagueSupershorts: This one's on meWith the World Cup right around the corner, final preparations are under way in Brazil, teams are picking their squads and players are starting to prepare themselves for the tournament.15 May 05:00 PM
OpinionJames Griffin: A Super Bowl recapLast Monday was the day America stops doing all the things America usually does to watch a gladiatorial sporting event of gargantuan proportions, done in that way only America can.07 Feb 04:00 PM
BusinessSuper Bowl ads: do they work?Viewer survey shows that those costly commercials are quickly forgotten.04 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionJack Tame: Rugby's lesson for NFLThe science behind football concussions and brain damage is so compelling that President Obama says he wouldn't allow a son of his to play, writes Jack Tame.01 Feb 04:30 PM
WorldFan slain for not being upset over loss - claimA woman charged with killing a fellow fan at the end of an American Football game was angry the victim and others didn't seem upset enough over a loss, says the sister of the slain woman.03 Dec 05:28 AM
SportNFL wrap: Chiefs remain unbeatenSean Smith returned an interception 100 yards for a touchdown and Tamba Hali scored on an 11-yard fumble return in the Kansas City Chiefs' 23-13 win over the Buffalo Bills.04 Nov 12:17 AM
SportNFL: Luck helps Colts to end Broncos' run of victoriesIndianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck threw for three touchdowns and ran for another yesterday, outplaying predecessor Peyton Manning in a 39-33 win over the Denver Broncos.21 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: $982m payout shrewd play from NFLIt will have been closely watched by the New Zealand Rugby Players Association.02 Sep 05:30 PM
SportNFL: NFL turns to rugbyThe NFL, gripped by fears its sport has fallen victim to reckless and damaging attitudes around defensive technique, has turned to rugby as a guiding light on safe and sustainable practice.11 May 05:30 PM
SportNFL: Ravens' Flacco to feather his nestJoe Flacco has his Super Bowl MVP trophy and his first NFL championship ring and now the Baltimore Ravens quarterback says it is time to negotiate a new contract.05 Feb 04:30 PM
EntertainmentAnger over model's racy ad (+vid)Supermodel Kate Upton's saucy Super Bowl advertisement has been criticised by a parenting group for "selling sexual objectification".24 Jan 08:40 PM