Cowboys Legend Nate Newton Wins Defamation Suit — Dallas Protects a Community Hero Who Refused to Be Defined by His Past

Dallas, TX — Nate Newton is a story of resilience. After anchoring the Dallas Cowboys offensive line for 13 seasons, becoming a three-time Super Bowl champion and a two-time Pro Bowler

, he earned his place in Cowboys history as one of the backbone protectors of the 1990s dynasty.

But Newton’s journey extended far beyond football. Following personal challenges earlier in his life, he transformed his story into a mission to uplift others. Through the

Nate Newton Foundation, he helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for schools, youth assistance and anti-poverty programs across Dallas. His annual Charity Golf Classic, started in 2000, has contributed more than

$500,000 to support kids in need.

Fans admire him not only for the rings on his fingers — but for the lives he has chosen to change.

That is why recent

false accusations — calling his foundation’s work dishonest — threatened much more than his reputation. They put at risk the trust that families and communities placed in him, and the continued momentum of the programs he worked tirelessly to build.

Newton chose to fight back.

Legal filings proved the allegations had no basis in fact, misrepresenting audited charitable activity and intentionally damaging a leader working to serve underprivileged youth. The

Dallas Cowboys stood firmly behind him, providing legal guidance, gathering documentation and emphasizing that redemption should never be used against a man who earned it.

Today, the court ruled overwhelmingly in Newton’s favor. The parties responsible must issue public apologies, retract the statements and pay damages for the reputational harm caused — damages that Newton instantly committed to reinvest into Dallas community programs.

“I’ve made mistakes,” Newton once said, “but I promised I’d build something good out of them.” This verdict proves he kept that promise.

Dallas celebrates more than a legal victory tonight. It celebrates a protector who still blocks for others — not from edge rushers, but from those who try to tear down good work. Nate Newton remains a champion of children, a champion of change and a champion of Dallas.

Injury Report: Green Bay List 7 as Questionable, Detroit Lose 3 Key Players

Detroit, MI – September 6, 2025

The NFC North rivalry between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers will kick off Week 1 under a cloud of injury concerns, with both teams confirming significant absences just days before the highly anticipated clash at Lambeau Field.

For Detroit, the news is particularly tough. Three players have officially been ruled out, thinning depth at key positions:

Lions — 3 Players Ruled Out:

OT Jamarco Jones (ankle)
LB Trevor Nowaske (elbow)
RB Sione Vaki (hamstring)

Jones’ absence means 2024 fourth-round rookie Giovanni Manu could see early action if the offensive line faces further setbacks. Meanwhile, losing Nowaske and Vaki is a blow to Detroit’s

special teams, which already carried questions entering the season.

On the other sideline, the Packers listed seven players as questionable, including their newest superstar acquisition:

Packers — 7 Players Questionable:

LB Micah Parsons (back)
S Zayne Anderson (knee)
CB Nate Hobbs (knee)
WR Jayden Reed (foot/Jones fracture)
DE Barryn Sorrell (knee)
WR Dontayvion Wicks (calf)
WR Savion Williams (hamstring)

The biggest storyline surrounds Parsons, the All-Pro linebacker acquired in a blockbuster trade with Dallas. Though he practiced in limited fashion all week, his back issue leaves his status uncertain. Head coach Matt LaFleur emphasized the decision will rest with medical staff in consultation with Parsons himself.

For Detroit, starting the season without three contributors will test their depth immediately, especially against a Packers roster stacked with talent but now shrouded in health concerns. Green Bay’s offense hinges on young wideouts like Reed and Wicks, while their defense could be severely compromised if Parsons and Hobbs can’t go.

The stakes are clear: an early division win could provide critical momentum in a race expected to be tight all year. But as both teams head into Sunday’s battle, health — not just execution — may prove the deciding factor.