Video: Phil Knight Lashes Out At Penn State Trustees

Nike founder and chairman Phil Knight got a standing ovation at Joe Paterno’s public memorial for defending the late Penn State coach’s response to an accusation of child sex abuse against former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky.

“It turns out (Paterno) gave full disclosure to his superiors, information that went up the chains to the head of the campus police and the president of the school. The matter was in the hands of a world-class university, and by a president with an outstanding national reputation,” Knight said.

Video: Jim Irsay Says Peyton Manning Should Keep His Complaints “In The Family”

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay took some shots at his quarterback Peyton Manning who said the Colts complex wasn’t a healthy environment with so many people getting fired.

“I don’t think it’s in a good interest to paint the horseshoe in a negative light, I really don’t,” Irsay said. “He’s such a big part of that and everything else, but the horseshoe always comes first.”

Kobe Bryant: The NBA’s Top-Earning Athlete

The Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant is the top-earning player in the NBA, according to Forbes. Bryant earned $53.2 million.

That’s $25.2 million in salary plus $28 million in endorsements from Nike, Smart Car, Panini and Turkish Airlines.

Colts Owner Giving Away Super Bowl Tickets

Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay has taken to Twitter to issue a challenge. You could win two Super Bowl tickets if you predict the name of the new Colts head coach.

But don’t you dare pick actor Rob Lowe.

Photos: Air Force Reserve Plane Sign Read, “Go Pats”

The C-5A cargo plane that flew over Gillette Stadium right before the start of the AFC Championship Game made a very pointed statement to the crowd, the hometown New England Patriots and the visiting Baltimore Ravens gathered below.

The crew from the nearby Westover Air Reserve Base painted the words, “GO PATS,” underneath the plane for all to see.

Jerry Sandusky Reflects On Joe Paterno’s Death

There has been an outpouring of sympathy from across the country as politicians, coaches and players reflect on the death of former Penn State head football coach Joe Paterno.

Ironically, former Penn State assistant coach and accused child sex abuser Jerry Sandusky, has weighed in.

Here are Sandusky’s comments:

Former Penn State Football Coach Joe Paterno Dies

Joe Paterno, who won more Division I college football games than any other head coach, died at the age of 85.

His family issued a statement Sunday morning.

“It is with great sadness that we announce that Joe Paterno passed away earlier today,” the family said. “His loss leaves a void in our lives that will never be filled.”

Paterno spent 46 years as the head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions before he was ousted for the way he handled a child sex abuse scandal that rocked all of college football.

Video: Bruins’ Andrew Ference’s Cheap Shot

Watch the Boston Bruins’ Andrew Ference’s cheap shot against New York Rangers defenseman Ryan McDonagh.

He was ejected after he sent McDonagh crashing into the boards with 3:10 left in overtime.

Former 49ers QB Joe Montana’s House Is A Steal At $35 Million

Former Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana, who led the San Francisco 49ers to four Super Bowl titles, is selling his home in the Napa Valley wine country for $35 million.

The 9,700-square-foot home sits on 500 acres. According to Zillow.com, it has just three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. But there’s a lot more.

Terry Bradshaw Calls Off His Vegas Show

FOX NFL Sunday co–host Terry Bradshaw has decided to call off his one-man Las Vegas show. He had been planning it for years, but he cancelled it right before his first rehearsal.

“I don’t have the energy, having traveled to (Fox’s Los Angeles studio) every week,” Bradshaw said. “It was a project three years in the making. I’m tired.”

Police Search For Bama Fan Wanted For Sexual Battery

New Orleans police are looking for an Alabama fan that allegedly committed a sexual battery on an unconscious LSU fan at a fast food restaurant following the BCS National Championship Game. They’re asking for the public’s help in identifying him.

“The police department became aware of this Sunday and the investigation techniques that we’re using really are best kept within out department for right now,” said New Orleans Police Superintendent Ronal Serpas.

Les Miles Reflects On Losing Kiel And The BCS National Championship Game

LSU head football coach Les Miles was in a reflective mood as he reacted to quarterback recruit Gunner Kiel’s decision to enroll at Notre Dame instead of playing for the Tigers.

“Young people make a variety of decisions for a variety of reasons,” Miles said. “A guy in the Midwest wanting to stay close to home was his right decision. I can understand that. We need people who would be happy in Louisiana.”