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Lena Dunham Clarifies Random Odell Beckham Jr. Diss

Odell Beckham Jr. is one of the best wide receivers in the National Football League. He makes some truly amazing catches. But Lena Dunham is the one now caught up in an unexpected feud with the New York Giants star as a result of comments she made to Amy Schumer. Allow us to explain… n the Lenny Letter interview with Schumer, Dunham wrote the following about the MET Fashion Gala in New York City this past spring: “I was sitting next to Odell Beckham Jr., and it was so amazing because it was like he looked at me and he determined I was not the shape of a woman by his standards. “He was like, ‘That’s a marshmallow. That’s a child. That’s a dog.’ It wasn’t mean – he just seemed confused.” For the record, this is what Dunham wore to the event, which draws a crowd of A-Listers each here from Hollywood: Continued the outspoken Girls creator: “The vibe was very much like, ‘Do I want to f-ck it? Is it wearing a … yep, it’s wearing a tuxedo. I’m going to go back to my cell phone.’ “It was like we were forced to be together, and he literally was scrolling Instagram rather than have to look at a woman in a bow tie. “I was like, ‘This should be called the Metropolitan Museum of Getting Rejected by Athletes.'” It didn’t take long for Twitter users to respond to Dunham. They thought it was offensive the way she described someone she really didn’t know, simply making assumptions about the athlete. (Beckham Jr. was rumored to have briefly dated Khloe Kardashian  a few months ago.) “.@OBJ_3 is talented, stylish, seems super awesome and wasn’t into chatting with me at a fancy party,” Dunham Tweeted of the star. She added that her little tale to Schumer was all about self-deprecation. It was about her, not about Beckham. “My story about him was clearly (to me) about my own insecurities as an average-bodied woman at a table of supermodels & athletes. “It’s not an assumption about who he is or an expectation of sexual attention. It’s my sense of humor, which has kept me alive for 30 years.” Clearly perplexed and a bit annoyed over the criticism she received over this pretty funny story, Dunham then asked Schumer on Twitter: “Glad the outrage machine roars on though, right @amyschumer?” The wideout, who is entering his third season with the Giants, has yet to respond to Dunham on Twitter. Dunham does often say some wacky stuff. (See the gallery above). And she has had to apologize for certain comments, such as when she compared Internet backlash to domestic violence . But this? This seemed pretty darn harmless. She was joking that she’s too ugly for a young, attractive athlete to want to sleep with. Yes, somewhere in there is the assumption that this young, attractive athlete glances around at nearly every woman near him as someone he may want to sleep with. But you need to look REALLY hard to find a controversy here.

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Kroy Biermann Gets Cut, Kim Zolciak Gets a Break

We have good news and bad news for Kim Zolciak. First, the good: You don’t need to step foot in Buffalo ever again! Now, the bad: you are officially your family’s only bread winner. About two weeks after Kim’s husband, Kroy Biermann, signed a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League, sources have confirmed that Biermann has been cut. He fell just short of making the perennial losing team’s 53-man roster for its first week matchup against the Ravens. Biermann had hoped to jump start his career with Buffalo, following seven seasons as a lineman for the Atlanta Falcons. And Zolciak seemed very excited about the career change at first. “Damnnnnn @kroybiermann Is killing me in his @buffalobills uniform!” she wrote on Instagram last month. “He is so overwhelmed with all of your support! Thank you I’m truly grateful for all of you! Comforting me lol and welcoming him!” Despite four consecutive Super Bowl losses in the 1990s and a past decade of very bad football teams, Buffalo has one of the most loyal fan bases in all of sports. And now Zolciak may have a problem on her hands: Biermann is 30 years old. That’s ancient in the NFL universe. He may very well be out of work, meaning Zolciak has to up her waist training and sponsored Instagram post game. She’s responsible for the family’s income now… and they have six kids! According to TMZ, Biermann just dropped $100,000 on a gigantic diamond ring for the couple’s five-year wedding anniversary. It was a thoughtful gesture, but we’re guessing he may have downsized a bit if he had seen this cut coming. If this really is it for Kroy Biermann, he ends his career with 216 total solo tackles and 23.5 total sacks. Word has it that he may get into MMA next, though Zolciak can’t be happy about the possibility of her man’s face getting all messed up. View Slideshow: Kim Zolciak Body Selfies We’ll try to keep readers updated on the life, times and career of Biermann, along with the record of the Bills throughout the season. Just kidding. Who really cares about that team?!?

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#BlackLivesMatter: Ex-Atlanta Police Officer Indicted In Death Of Unarmed Man

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James Burns was also charged with aggravated assault and making a false statement in relation to the June 22 killing of 22-year-old Deravis Caine Rogers.

#BlackLivesMatter: Ex-Atlanta Police Officer Indicted In Death Of Unarmed Man

Black Power: Colin Kaepernick’s New Afro Got Him Looking Like A 70s Activist

Here is #49ers QB Colin Kaepernick tonight during the national anthem in San Diego. Kneeling. pic.twitter.com/QYEVkb7DcV — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 2, 2016 Colin’s New ‘Fro Embodies The Spirit Of Black Power Activism Colin Kaepernick continues to gain both supporters and detractors. He showed up for tonight’s football game with a full 1970s-esque afro that had Black Twitter jumping with delight. Kaepernick was slated to play in the 49ers game with his new ‘do and continued his protest against police brutality by sitting while the national anthem played. Kapernick was joined by 49ers safety Eric Reid in protest. Check the next pages to see how Black Twitter reacted to his new look. Continue reading

OG Harry Belafonte Talks Colin Kaepernick & Black Entertainers With Roland Martin “I Think He’s A Noble” [Video]

People will try to discredit Harry Belafonte saying things like, “he’s got a white wife,” but these types of things always come up with celebrity people black folks who choose to speak out against oppression. Roland Martin sat down with legendary actor and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte on Wednesday for an exclusive interview. During their discussion, Martin and Belafonte covered a variety of topics including Colin Kaepernick’s decision to sit during the national anthem.

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Colin Kaepernick Sat Out The National Anthem Again While Rocking An Afro And Everyone Celebrated With #KapSoBlack

#KapSoBlack He walked onto the field escorted by the Dora Milaje. pic.twitter.com/JZsbbVBdEF — WhatFreshHellisThis? (@LisaBolekaja) September 2, 2016 Kaepernick Is Still Woke All eyes were on Colin Kaepernick again as he was set to start the final preseason game for the 49ers against the Chargers on a night to salute the military of all nights. Kaep did what was expected: he sat out the National Anthem again. Not only that, he rocked an afro the whole time and led his team to a scoring drive right of the bat. That’s what we call Black excellence. The whole night led to a #KapSoBlack hashtag that was celebratory and awesome. Maybe Rodney Harrison could learn a thing or two…

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Colin Kaepernick Sat Out The National Anthem Again While Rocking An Afro And Everyone Celebrated With #KapSoBlack

Think He’s Still Sittin’? Colin Kaepernick To Play In “Salute The Military” Game Against The Chargers Tonight

Colin Kaepernick To Play In “Salute The Military” Game Tonight Tonight will be a VERY interesting night in the NFL as “controversial” quarterback Colin Kaepernick set to take the field against the San Diego Chargers in the “Salute The Military” game… Via NYPost Colin Kaepernick’s refusal to stand for the national anthem could grow even more tense Thursday night. With the San Francisco 49ers quarterback expected to be on the field for pregame festivities before the final preseason game against the Chargers at San Diego’s Qualcomm Stadium, Navy officers will perform the national anthem pregame while over 240 military personnel unfurl a “U.S. Super Flag.” The scheduled event is part of the Chargers’ 28th annual Salute to the Military, which was planned before Kaepernick refused to stand for the national anthem before last week’s game against the Green Bay Packers. Kaepernick, who is expected to start, has clarified that he is protesting the oppression of African Americans and police brutality but has expressed support for servicemen. But Robert Muth, chair of the San Diego Veterans Coalition, said the 49ers quarterback should not expect a chorus of cheers before the game. Hope Kaep throws for 5 touchdowns. Image via AP

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A ‘Bolt’ from the Blue – National Frankenstein Day!

“The crackle of electricity, and the patter of rain drops on the stone walls and terra cotta roof give an eerie feeling when combined with the dark laboratory that houses various experiments,” Days of the Year ominously begins its description of the national holiday. “Give yourself some liquid courage, and step forward to embrace a little bit of darkness on Frankenstein Day.”… read more Continue reading

Colin Kaepernick’s Girlfriend Nessa Talks Him Sitting Down During National Anthem [Video]

Well, good to see Kaepernicks fine azz girl is backing his protest.. While at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards, Nessa of MTV’s Girl Code and Hot 97 talked to Baller Alert about her boyfriend Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers and his decision to sit during the National Anthem.

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Colin Kaepernick Says He Will Continue To Sit During The National Anthem

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During Friday night’s NFL preseason game, the 49ers quarterback ignited a firestorm when he decided not to stand during the national anthem due to the unfair treatment of African-Americans in America.

Colin Kaepernick Says He Will Continue To Sit During The National Anthem