Football Archives - The AUMnibus

Oct

14

2022

Concussion Protocols

Newsathletics, Football

By: Van Cathcart III PICTURE CREDITS: Bleacher Report Recently the National Football League (NFL) has fallen under major scrutiny for player safety. Head trauma is something that has been in conversation and associated with the sport for many years and is getting to the point where not much can be done but dissolve the sport altogether. Injuries are a part of any sport, especially when playing at the level that professional athletes do. However, head and neck injuries are something more severe than anything else that could happen. These injuries can have several side effects including paralyzing players and even…

Feb

28

2022

By Aumnibus Staff

Super Bowl Aftermath

OpinionFootball, Super Bowl

BY: Milton Westry February 13 was an exciting event for NFL fans: Superbowl 56. The game featured two underdogs in playoffs battling for the Lombardi trophy: the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. It also featured new commercials and a halftime music performance. The halftime performance included Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and Eminem. This game was played in the L.A. Rams stadium. The game was close and competitive. The game ended in the home favorites, the L.A. Rams, winning by a score of 23-20. This is the second time that a team…

Feb

04

2022

By Aumnibus Staff

Get Ready for Super Bowl LVI

OpinionFootball, sports, Super Bowl

BY: Milton Westry In less than two weeks, Super Bowl LVI will take place. The date of the Super Bowl is February 13, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. CT. The teams that will be playing are the Cincinnati Bengals and the Los Angeles Rams, and the game will be played in Los Angeles, California. The halftime performance will feature Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and Mary J. Blige. This year’s Super Bowl was unexpected, as many people didn’t predict that these two teams would be competing for a title for their franchise because of their seeding coming into the playoffs. This…

Feb

06

2021

By Aumnibus Staff

Super Bowl LV Pre-Game Breakdown

OpinionFootball, sports, Super Bowl

BY: Randy Dunn When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the pinnacle of all games. This year, we are seeing two familiar faces take the field to win a ring. We have Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs (14-2) facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (11-5), led by six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady. The difference in this year's game is that the Bucs will be hosting for the fifth time in team history, and this will be their third time inside of Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. This game will decide one of two things:…

Sep

24

2020

By Aumnibus Staff

Auburn Football Starts Sept. 26; Who Will Be in the Stands?

OpinionAuburn, CoViD-19, Football, sports

BY: Kameron Berry For countless years Auburn’s Jordan-Hare Stadium has held roughly 87,000 screaming fans, but due to COVID-19 Auburn has announced it will only allow 20% capacity inside for this upcoming football season. In accordance with the Southeastern Conference’s (SEC) safety guidelines, Auburn has decided that tickets outside of premium seating and tickets designated for home and visiting team coach and player guests will go to the Auburn students for their Sept. 26 game against Kentucky. I spoke with Auburn student Daniel Richardson, who is a part of the Auburn University Athletic’s grounds crew that works on Pat Dye…

Mar

04

2020

By Aumnibus Staff

NFL Players Could Know Where Their New or Old Home is on March 18

Newsathletics, Football, NFL

BY: Shuntia Gowdy The NFL is a source of entertainment for many people across the world. With the 2019-2020 NFL season just ending, players can’t seem to catch a break. Whether players are focused on spending quality time with their families, perfecting their craft or following news about their team, football is still relevant in their life. In addition, some retired, current and potential NFL players will be looking for a new place to call home as the trade deadline and NFL draft approaches. The NFL draft is April 23, 2020. Based on the NFL draft order, the first…

Nov

09

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Turkey Day Classic Parade Returns

NewsASU, Football, Montgomery, Parade, Thanksgiving

BY: Allison Stewart Want to experience a Thanksgiving event like the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade? Do not worry — Alabama State University has you covered. On November 28, ASU will host their annual Turkey Day Classic Parade. The parade is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., with a football game to follow. It will take place in downtown Montgomery. The parade will include something for everyone. Some of the entries include: decorated vehicles, floats and bands. Local schools, businesses, non-profits, and organizations will be featured. If you would like to volunteer to be a parade marshall, please visit alasu.edu. Applications…