Lawsuit Challenging Use of Mark Gastineau’s Image in ESPN Film Dismissed

By Nicholas Stegmann and Desmond W. Bouteiller A federal court dismissed a lawsuit filed by former NFL player Mark Gastineau over the use of his name and likeness in an ESPN 30 for 30 documentary. Gastineau challenged his portrayal in The New York Sack Exchange, arguing that certain footage was used without authorization and misrepresented a public interaction with Brett Favre. The court ruled in favor of the defendants, finding the use fell within the scope of an existing agreement and did not