Failing Upward

After arrest for shoplifting underwear, Dallas Cowboy player gets endorsement deal

Suffice it to say that Dallas Cowboy running back Joseph Randle has had an eventful — albeit unusual — week.

First, the second-year player out of Oklahoma State ran for 52 yards in Dallas' upset victory in Seattle. Just 24 hours later, he was arrested for shoplifting cologne and underwear at Dillard's in Frisco. But the story didn't end there.

As part of the deal, Randle will donate more than $15,000 worth of underwear and clothes to Dallas children.

Before the week was over, Randle landed an endorsement deal with MeUndies, which was not the brand of underwear that he is accused of swiping.

In a tweet announcing the partnership with Randle, the California-based underwear company said "every mistake is a learning opportunity."

"Randle would like to take full responsibility for his actions," the statement reads in part. "He saw this partnership as an opportunity to turn a negative situation into a positive."

As part of the deal, MeUndies and Randle will donate more than $15,000 worth of underwear and clothes to Dallas children.

Meanwhile, the Cowboys fined Randle an undisclosed amount for his underwear indiscretion but kept him on the active roster. He ran for seven yards in Dallas' win over New York on Sunday.

Joseph Randle remained on the Cowboys' active roster despite his arrest.

Dallas Cowboys running back Joseph Randle

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Joseph Randle remained on the Cowboys' active roster despite his arrest.

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Astros GM dismissed

Houston Astros part ways with general manager Dana Brown after 4 seasons

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The Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown have mutually agreed to part ways, the team announced on Monday, August 24. Brown’s contract was set to expire at the end of the season.

The move comes after a particularly disastrous weekend for the Astros, who gave up two come-from-behind wins to the last place Oakland Athletics. With a record of 65-66, the Astros are currently tied for first place in the American League West with the Texas Rangers.

Brown had served as the Astros’ general manager for four seasons, beginning in January 2023. He came to Houston via the Atlanta Braves, where he had served as vice president of scouting.

For now, his role will be taken over by Astros assistant general managers, Charles Cook, Gavin Dickey and Connor Huff, along with senior advisor (and Astros Hall of Famers) Jeff Bagwell. Owner and Chairman Jim Crane will oversee baseball operations through the transition period, according to a press release.

“Over the past four seasons, Dana has helped our organization win two division titles and has led our baseball front office through key scouting, draft and development efforts,” Crane said in a statement. “On behalf of the Astros, I want to thank him for his commitment, energy, and contributions to our organization. We wish he and his family the best.”

“I want to thank Jim Crane for the opportunity to serve in my first role as an MLB general manager,” Brown said. “The Astros organization and the fans have welcomed me and my family, and I am grateful to have called Houston home for the past four seasons. I wish the organization well and I look forward to the future as I continue my 36-plus years in professional baseball.”

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