Stephen A. Smith is attempting to explain controversial comments he made about Lane Johnson's sudden retirement this week after the ESPN star caught heat for questioning his reasons for walking away.
"I'm sorry when I was on television this morning," SAS said on his YouTube show, continuing, "people misconstrued me minimizing mental health, hell, I had mental health issues," the ESPN star explained.
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The explanation came after the ESPN star pondered if the future Hall of Famer was actually hanging up his pads over mental health issues ... or if it was because the Eagles have sucked on the field.
Kyle Juszczyk's gettin' his cash back after successfully appealing the $15K fine the NFL slapped him with after a recent touchdown celly ... after the star FB argued the league totally misunderstood what he was doing!
If you missed it, Juszczyk caught a 6-yard touchdown pass during the 49ers' Week 2 clash with the Dolphins ... and hit a "chugging" celebration in the endzone where he mimicked drinking what the NFL believed was beer.
Tyreek Hill’s messy divorce trial just got even uglier ... after a heated nanny cam video was played in court.
Keeta Vaccaro, Ty's ex-wife, is suing the NFL star for battery and assault as part of the divorce. The trial kicked off earlier this week, and her attorney didn't waste time, showing the court video of the couple in an argument from April 2025.
Vaccaro, inside the couple's Miami condo, was heard yelling, "Stop! Stop! Help! Help!" on the nanny camera clip, as Hill responded, “You don’t scare me, bro! You ain’t nothing but a broke bitch!” ... all while their baby slept in the crib, according to Law & Crime/Court TV managing editor Cathy Russon, who viewed the clip in court.
Hayden Panettiere's ex, Wlad Klitschko, says he's putting up $30K of his own money to cover the late actress's tax bill … to prevent her estate from being hit with a ton of interest and penalties ... TMZ has learned.
According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Wlad, who shares a daughter named Kaya with Hayden, believes Hayden's 2025 individual state and federal income tax returns are currently due on October 15 ... which is just a week away.
Wlad says Hayden owes approximately $30K for the year, which he will pay out of his own pocket. He says he will ask to be reimbursed by the estate once it is set up.
Jayson Williams' estranged wife, Tanya Young Williams, claims the former NBA All-Star owes hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid child support ... TMZ has learned.
Tanya filed for divorce Monday in New York after 17 years of legal limbo, according to court records obtained by TMZ.
When contacted for comment, the "Basketball Wives LA" star told TMZ ... Jayson provided no financial support for their daughters from his 2010 imprisonment through his 2012 release. She says payments began only after their 2015 settlement, but stopped after two years, leaving him "hundreds of thousands of dollars in arrears."
Patrick Mahomes' father will be allowed to attend some of his NFL star son's games this season while still on probation in his criminal case ... TMZ has learned.
In docs filed with the court, Patrick Sr. asked for permission to attend games in Kansas City, Las Vegas, and Cincinnati.
Patrick Sr. said he understood he would have to submit to urine tests as requested by his probation officer on dates before and after travel on each occasion.
Following Monday's unprecedented punishments of two NFL officials -- Adrian Hill and Jeff Seeman -- the union that represents the refs is clapping back, saying the league came down on 'em too hard.
Scott Green, Executive Director of the NFLRA, admits the referees' actions were out of character, but says "that should not result in discipline that is excessive or inconsistent with established precedent."
The Dodgers are betting favorites to not only beat the Braves, but also win the World Series for the third straight year ... but Killer Mike says none of that's happening these playoffs!
TMZ Sports caught up with the star rapper at LAX this week, with the NLDS knotted up at one game apiece, and asked him for his take on the razor-close series.
"Ain't no upset!" Mike said. "We gave y'all Freeman back. He fired his agent, as he should've, cause $140 million goes longer in Atlanta. But the Braves, man, go Bravo!"
Tyreek Hilland his ex Keeta Vacarro faced off in court, where she accused him of abuse during their marriage.
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Keeta is seeking damages from Tyreek, along with punitive damages. On the stand, Keeta claimed Tyreek punched her in the stomach while pregnant in 2024 because he did not want the kid.
Keeta filed for divorce from Tyreek in April 2025, just one day after cops responded to an alleged domestic dispute at the couple's condo.
Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko believes someone in her orbit sold some of her stuff to a pawn shop ... and now he's claiming the pawn shop is refusing to answer his questions ... and he wants police to get involved.
According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Wladimir said he believes "a non-family member previously connected to Hayden" pawned off some of her belongings ... and he thinks it was jewelry.
Wladimir said the pawn shop has declined to disclose specific item information without being contacted by law enforcement.
If you're waiting for a Jazz Chisolm apology, don't hold your breath, Yankees fans ... the Bronx Bombers' second baseman stands by his play.
After the Rays beat the Yanks 5-2 in Game 2 of the ALDS Monday night, the second baseman was asked what he’d do differently after a disastrous first inning that included three errors ... and one from the middle infielder that led to a run being scored.
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Kroy Biermann Jr. -- Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann's oldest son -- pleaded not guilty to a slew of felony charges he's facing in connection with an alleged sexual assault ... TMZ has confirmed.
According to court documents filed by the 15-year-old's lawyer, Jason B. Sheffield ... KJ pleaded not guilty to all 7 charges filed against him. He has also waived a formal arraignment. Page Six first reported the new development.
We broke the story ... KJ was arrested in August after a female classmate told cops that he assaulted her in April at a family changing room at a fitness center.
Sam McDowell, a 6-time All-Star pitcher for the Indians, has died at 84 years old.
It's a sad day for Cleveland baseball.
McDowell, 6'5" and known for his vicious fastball, played 11 of his 15 Major League Baseball seasons with the then-Cleveland Indians. He was the first modern-era pitcher to strike out 300 batters in fewer than 300 innings during the 1965 season.
He also led the AL with an eye-popping 2.18 ERA that same year.
His excellent career was capped off by his induction into the Cleveland Guardians Hall of Fame in 2006.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rang in his 37th birthday Monday night at a dinner date in the Big Apple ... their first birthday celebration as a married couple.
Taylor and Travis hopped out of a black SUV in Manhattan's Soho district and were greeted by a swarm of paps on their way into Torrisi ... an Italian joint.
Travis was in double celebration mode ... not only was it his birthday, but it was also "Victory Monday" ... his Kansas City Chiefs were fresh off a victory Sunday over the Las Vegas Raiders.
The NFL has suspended two officials -- line judge Jeff Seeman and ref Adrian Hill -- for unprofessional conduct towards players in two separate incidents on Sunday ... a very rare move from the league.
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Seeman’s two-game suspension comes after the official was seen jawing with Cardinals star tight end Trey McBride, yelling, "F*** you!" at him twice ... which was captured by television cameras.
