Legendary punter Ray Guy’s Super Bowl XI, XV and XVIII rings sold for $96,216 in an auction that ended Tuesday. Guy recently filed for bankruptcy and was ordered by a judge to sell the rings to raise money to pay off his debts. His rings, from Super Bowls XI, XV and XVIII, were auctioned by southern California-based Nate D Sanders. They were on display at last week's … [Read more...]
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Ray Guy Forced to Sell Super Bowl Rings
Legendary punter Ray Guy’s Super Bowl XI, XV and XVIII rings are being sold at auction. According to Nate D Sanders Auctions, Guy recently filed for bankruptcy and was ordered by a judge to sell the rings to raise money to pay off his debts. Bidding is underway now and they will be sold next Tuesday to the high bidder. All three rings are being offered in one lot. Guy … [Read more...]
Vick Autograph Signing Draws Attention
It won't be his first autograph signing since taking over as the Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback last season, but Michael Vick's appearance at a New Jersey sports card shop is generating some controversy. Vick is scheduled to appear June 19 at Butler Sports Cards. His paid signing session is drawing the ire of those still outraged by details of the dogfighting … [Read more...]
Michael Vick Signs Deal for Game-Worn Gear, Autographs
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has signed an exclusive contract with J.O. SportsCo to distribute his game-worn equipment and autographs. Las Vegas-based J.O. Sports will have exclusive rights to all of Vick's gear from the 2010 NFL season and act as Vick's sole distributor for autographs. Vick, who pleaded guilty to felony dog fighting charges in 2007 and … [Read more...]
Facing Counterfeit Charges, Shop Owner Blasts Feds
A 35-year-old sports memorabilia shop owner from eastern Pennsylvania has been charged with trafficking in counterfeit goods following a raid on his shop back in June. Sal Argo was about to hold a paid autograph session with Philadelphia Eagles players in early June when it was abruptly shut down by the team. Security personnel accompanying the players learned of a raid … [Read more...]
Hall of Famer Van Buren Suing Panini
Steve Van Buren, the first player to win three consecutive NFL rushing titles, is looking to score again at age 89. Van Buren, who led the Philadelphia Eagles to league championships in 1948 and '49, is taking Panini America to court over the recent production and distribution of football cards featuring his likeness and what he says are stolen canceled checks attached to … [Read more...]
