Category Archives: Endorsements

Great irony in having Franco Harris removed as spokesperson for Paterno support

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Once the public sentiment is against someone, speaking out on their behalf can be dangerous to your personal and professional reputation. Franco Harris was removed from a position with a local casino as a result of speaking publicly in support … finish reading Great irony in having Franco Harris removed as spokesperson for Paterno support

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Michael Vick secures more endorsement deals

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Michael Vick continues to rebuild his image after being released from federal prison in 2009. After re-signing an endorsement deal with Nike earlier this month, Vick is now an equity partner in Double Eagle Holdings, Ltd., the parent company of … finish reading Michael Vick secures more endorsement deals

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Mendenhall sues Champion over endorsement termination

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Rashard Mendenhall popped off over Twitter and paid a steep price as Champion terminated his endorsement contract as a result of his statements.  Now Mendenhall is fighting back. He is filing a suit against Champion and seeking damages for the … finish reading Mendenhall sues Champion over endorsement termination

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Nike re-signs Vick to endorsement deal

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While it seems like just yesterday that Michael Vick was dropped by many of his endorsers including Nike, it was 4 years ago. Nike has made the decision to re-sign Vick and to stand behind his efforts to rehabilitate himself and … finish reading Nike re-signs Vick to endorsement deal

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NFL has “Major” problems with risque ad

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

According to an ABC TV report, Chicago Bears safety Major Wright and other NFL players were featured, in uniform, in an advertisement for an adult film event. The event, the Exxxotica Expo 2011, was hailed the largest gathering of adult … finish reading NFL has “Major” problems with risque ad

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ESPN restricts endorsements by its talent

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

I guess Erin Andrews is just too popular.  And ESPN is concerned about the blurring of the line between reporting and endorsements. The network is now restricting what will be allowed according to the report in the Sports Business Daily: … finish reading ESPN restricts endorsements by its talent

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Coca Cola drops Wayne Rooney for endorsements

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Coca-Cola is no longer being endorsed by Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney according to this AP report.  Rooney was initially dropped following allegations regarding his private life. Rooney was the face of the Coke Zero drink, with his image appearing on … finish reading Coca Cola drops Wayne Rooney for endorsements

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Vick gets endorsement from football pad company

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Michael Vick continues to make his remarkable recovery both on and off the field. He got his first real endorsement deal with Unequal Technologies, a football pad provider.  Terms of the deal were not disclosed but it was classified as … finish reading Vick gets endorsement from football pad company

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Roy Kessel’s Top Ten Stories for 2010

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Roy Kessel

There were lots of stories that didn’t make the cut.   Many of them might have been bigger news stories or received more coverage.  But these are the stories that we have selected as the ones that had the most impact … finish reading Roy Kessel’s Top Ten Stories for 2010

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Vick gets first endorsement deal

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Michael Vick continues to make a remarkable comeback.   He has made a very strong on-field comeback and is becoming a hot commodity around the league. Now, in the court of public opinion he has seemingly been granted to an open … finish reading Vick gets first endorsement deal

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Wrangler pulls Favre ads

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Roy Kessel

According to CNBC’s Darrell Rovell, Wrangler has pulled the Brett Favre ads from its major media placements on NFL games even though the ads still appear on their website. The decision could be influenced by the fact that the Jenn Sterger … finish reading Wrangler pulls Favre ads

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Coca-Cola drops Rooney

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Coca-Cola will no longer use Manchester United Striker Wayne Rooney’s image on cans and bottles following allegations that Rooney cheated on his then-pregnant wife with a prostitute.  Coke announced Monday that it had stopped using his image to promote Coke Zero. … finish reading Coca-Cola drops Rooney

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