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Mark Gastineau, a New York Jets legend, lost a legal battle over his NFL sack record drama. He sued ESPN and NFL Films for $25 million, claiming a documentary clip hurt his reputation and cost him endorsements. The clip showed Gastineau confronting Brett Favre over a controversial sack that helped Michael Strahan break Gastineaus record. Gastineau argued the clip was not covered by his contract and made him look too aggressive. However, U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer dismissed the suit, ruling that Gastineaus consent was broad enough for all footage, including the newsworthy Favre exchange. This victory goes to ESPN, but Gastineau could still appeal.

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