Ex-Jets coach Edwards in line for Arizona St. gig
A PERSON with direct knowledge of the plan has told The Associated Press that Herm Edwards, former Jets head coach from 2001-05, is in line to become Arizona State’s next coach, pending approval of the university president.
Edwards became a surprise candidate to replace Todd Graham after saying on ESPN’s SportsCenter and a Phoenix radio station Wednesday that he was interviewing for the job.
He appears to be in line to get the job, provided President Michael Crow signs off on the deal after returning from China this weekend.
NFL COALITION TURMOIL
At least two players have quit the Players Coalition over communication issues just as the NFL has proposed contributing nearly $100 million to causes important to AfricanAmerican communities.
ESPN reported Wednesday that the NFL has proposed “partnering with its players to effect social justice change.”
But the announcements from Niners safety Eric Reid and Dolphins safety Michael Thomas signal that not all players are on the same page.
“The Players Coalition was supposed to be formed as a group that represents NFL athletes who have been silently protesting social injustices and racism. However, Malcolm (Jenkins) and Anquan (Boldin) can no longer speak on our behalf as we don’t believe the coalition’s beliefs are in our best interests as a whole,” Reid said in a statement Wednesday morning.
“We will continue to have dialogue with the league to find equitable solutions but without Malcolm and Anquan as our representatives.” —Andy Clayton
TITAN TO WEAR KAP CLEATS
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For the first time this season, Kaepernick may be on an NFL field.
As part of the NFL’s #MyCauseMyCleats promotion that allows players to wear customized footwear to spread awareness about the issues they are most passionate about, Titans receiver Rishard Matthews will honor Kaepernick and his Know Your Rights Camp with his footwear.
“He has paid the ultimate sacrifice in order to bring true everyday issues to light,” Matthews said of Kaepernick.
—Evan Grossman