3 hours ago
CHICAGO − Ohio State football coach Ryan Day said the handful of players who were held out at the end of spring practice in April have been participants in summer workouts and are due to return for the start of training camp in August.
Austin Siereveld and Phillip Daniels, the Buckeyes' returning starting left and right tackles, and Earl Little Jr., a transfer safety from Florida State, were among those who underwent procedures late in spring practice.
Day did not divulge the details of the injuries to Siereveld and Daniels during the spring, but then described their procedures as small ones. He said Little had a cleanup procedure on a knee that led him to miss the spring game.
"It's good to get all those guys back and have a full summer with them, which has been great," Day said during Big Ten media days on July 29. "Now we're ready for the preseason and everything looks good. I think it was the right thing to do. At the end of the year, you've got to clean up your shoulders, you've got to clean up your knees. All that went well."
While Siereveld started at left tackle last season, he also made six starts at left guard in 2024 and could slide inside if the Buckeyes reconfigure their offensive line to include Ian Moore, a promising redshirt sophomore.
#summer
Austin Siereveld and Phillip Daniels, the Buckeyes' returning starting left and right tackles, and Earl Little Jr., a transfer safety from Florida State, were among those who underwent procedures late in spring practice.
Day did not divulge the details of the injuries to Siereveld and Daniels during the spring, but then described their procedures as small ones. He said Little had a cleanup procedure on a knee that led him to miss the spring game.
"It's good to get all those guys back and have a full summer with them, which has been great," Day said during Big Ten media days on July 29. "Now we're ready for the preseason and everything looks good. I think it was the right thing to do. At the end of the year, you've got to clean up your shoulders, you've got to clean up your knees. All that went well."
While Siereveld started at left tackle last season, he also made six starts at left guard in 2024 and could slide inside if the Buckeyes reconfigure their offensive line to include Ian Moore, a promising redshirt sophomore.
#summer
8 hours ago
Anya Taylor-Joy says the stability she has found with husband Malcolm McRae has made her more willing to take risks elsewhere in her life.
In a new interview with Elle U.K., the 30-year-old Lucky star described McRae as her best friend and said their marriage has given her a sense of security she never expected to experience.
Taylor-Joy said having a healthy and dependable relationship has emboldened her to accept unfamiliar challenges and move beyond her comfort zone.
Taylor-Joy admitted that finding a lifelong partner had not been something she placed on a personal checklist. "To have a best friend who goes through life with you, it has given me a sense of security that I didn't really ever dream about," she told Elle U.K..
Now that she has that foundation, Taylor-Joy feels more confident about taking professional and personal risks because she knows she has something "nutritive and solid and healthy" waiting for her. "I don't want to sound smug, but I love him so much," she said. She also described their marriage as unusually joyful, estimating that she spends approximately 90% of their time together laughing.
#elle #life #described #marriage
In a new interview with Elle U.K., the 30-year-old Lucky star described McRae as her best friend and said their marriage has given her a sense of security she never expected to experience.
Taylor-Joy said having a healthy and dependable relationship has emboldened her to accept unfamiliar challenges and move beyond her comfort zone.
Taylor-Joy admitted that finding a lifelong partner had not been something she placed on a personal checklist. "To have a best friend who goes through life with you, it has given me a sense of security that I didn't really ever dream about," she told Elle U.K..
Now that she has that foundation, Taylor-Joy feels more confident about taking professional and personal risks because she knows she has something "nutritive and solid and healthy" waiting for her. "I don't want to sound smug, but I love him so much," she said. She also described their marriage as unusually joyful, estimating that she spends approximately 90% of their time together laughing.
#elle #life #described #marriage
8 hours ago
Jordyn Woods opened up about the challenges of growing up in the public eye. The 28-year-old social media personality, who is engaged to Karl-Anthony Towns, said she experienced an adult life at a young age.
The NBA Finals are over, but Woods' lucky bag remains a hot topic. Talking about her viral game-day accessory, she said it became a lucky charm for her and Knicks fans everywhere. The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973 this year. Fans credited the team's success to many factors, including Woods' lucky bag.
Woods told Bustle in a July 29 interview that losing her father in 2017 forced her to grow up quickly. Woods said she has always felt like the same person she was as a child and described herself as an "old soul." She added that the journey was not easy or quick and required a lot of healing.
She said she grew up without a role model she could truly relate to. She explained that while her social media may show one side of her life, the person she is beyond the screen is very different. She then recollected, "The bag was pretty epic, because that was the most organic marketing I could have ever had. I couldn't even pay for marketing like that; it just happened. I don't think I've really processed how crazy that whole thing is." Woods created the bag under her own label, Woods by Jordyn.
Woods rose to fame through her childhood friendship with Kylie Jenner and appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. While the fame may look rosy, it always has a flip side. In 2019, she found herself at the center of a highly publicized cheating scandal involving Tristan Thompson, who was dating Khloé Kardashian at the time.
#woods #lucky #fans #Media
The NBA Finals are over, but Woods' lucky bag remains a hot topic. Talking about her viral game-day accessory, she said it became a lucky charm for her and Knicks fans everywhere. The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973 this year. Fans credited the team's success to many factors, including Woods' lucky bag.
Woods told Bustle in a July 29 interview that losing her father in 2017 forced her to grow up quickly. Woods said she has always felt like the same person she was as a child and described herself as an "old soul." She added that the journey was not easy or quick and required a lot of healing.
She said she grew up without a role model she could truly relate to. She explained that while her social media may show one side of her life, the person she is beyond the screen is very different. She then recollected, "The bag was pretty epic, because that was the most organic marketing I could have ever had. I couldn't even pay for marketing like that; it just happened. I don't think I've really processed how crazy that whole thing is." Woods created the bag under her own label, Woods by Jordyn.
Woods rose to fame through her childhood friendship with Kylie Jenner and appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. While the fame may look rosy, it always has a flip side. In 2019, she found herself at the center of a highly publicized cheating scandal involving Tristan Thompson, who was dating Khloé Kardashian at the time.
#woods #lucky #fans #Media
8 hours ago
Jordyn Woods opened up about the challenges of growing up in the public eye. The 28-year-old social media personality, who is engaged to Karl-Anthony Towns, said she experienced an adult life at a young age.
The NBA Finals are over, but Woods' lucky bag remains a hot topic. Talking about her viral game-day accessory, she said it became a lucky charm for her and Knicks fans everywhere. The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973 this year. Fans credited the team's success to many factors, including Woods' lucky bag.
Woods told Bustle in a July 29 interview that losing her father in 2017 forced her to grow up quickly. Woods said she has always felt like the same person she was as a child and described herself as an "old soul." She added that the journey was not easy or quick and required a lot of healing.
She said she grew up without a role model she could truly relate to. She explained that while her social media may show one side of her life, the person she is beyond the screen is very different. She then recollected, "The bag was pretty epic, because that was the most organic marketing I could have ever had. I couldn't even pay for marketing like that; it just happened. I don't think I've really processed how crazy that whole thing is." Woods created the bag under her own label, Woods by Jordyn.
Woods rose to fame through her childhood friendship with Kylie Jenner and appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. While the fame may look rosy, it always has a flip side. In 2019, she found herself at the center of a highly publicized cheating scandal involving Tristan Thompson, who was dating Khloé Kardashian at the time.
#fans
The NBA Finals are over, but Woods' lucky bag remains a hot topic. Talking about her viral game-day accessory, she said it became a lucky charm for her and Knicks fans everywhere. The New York Knicks won their first NBA championship since 1973 this year. Fans credited the team's success to many factors, including Woods' lucky bag.
Woods told Bustle in a July 29 interview that losing her father in 2017 forced her to grow up quickly. Woods said she has always felt like the same person she was as a child and described herself as an "old soul." She added that the journey was not easy or quick and required a lot of healing.
She said she grew up without a role model she could truly relate to. She explained that while her social media may show one side of her life, the person she is beyond the screen is very different. She then recollected, "The bag was pretty epic, because that was the most organic marketing I could have ever had. I couldn't even pay for marketing like that; it just happened. I don't think I've really processed how crazy that whole thing is." Woods created the bag under her own label, Woods by Jordyn.
Woods rose to fame through her childhood friendship with Kylie Jenner and appearances on Keeping Up with the Kardashians. While the fame may look rosy, it always has a flip side. In 2019, she found herself at the center of a highly publicized cheating scandal involving Tristan Thompson, who was dating Khloé Kardashian at the time.
#fans
8 hours ago
US actor and singer Jared Leto on Wednesday denied allegations of ****** ual ****** ault and harassment leveled against him by ten women in a new documentary aired by the BBC.
The women said they were victimized by Leto between 2002 and 2016.
Two of them accused him of ****** ual ****** ault when they were 17 years old, while another said the actor threatened her with ****** ual ****** ault when she was 19.
A fourth woman recounted receiving multiple ****** ually explicit phone calls from the actor when she was 16, who allegedly propositioned her for ****** .
Four other women described ****** ual harassment during phone calls from the lead singer of the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars.
#actor #women #singer #phone
The women said they were victimized by Leto between 2002 and 2016.
Two of them accused him of ****** ual ****** ault when they were 17 years old, while another said the actor threatened her with ****** ual ****** ault when she was 19.
A fourth woman recounted receiving multiple ****** ually explicit phone calls from the actor when she was 16, who allegedly propositioned her for ****** .
Four other women described ****** ual harassment during phone calls from the lead singer of the rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars.
#actor #women #singer #phone
9 hours ago
Jared Leto has denied allegations of ***** ual misconduct after a BBC documentary featured claims from multiple women who described alleged encounters with the actor and musician dating back more than a decade.
The Oscar winner called the accusations "absolutely and categorically false" following allegations that some incidents involved teenage girls.
The documentary also included accounts from former crew members of Jared Leto's band, "Thirty Seconds to Mars," who alleged staff were uncomfortable with some of his interactions with young female fans.
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Jared Leto has strongly denied allegations of ***** ual misconduct after a series of accusations were made against him in a recent documentary investigation.
#documentary #misconduct #accusations
The Oscar winner called the accusations "absolutely and categorically false" following allegations that some incidents involved teenage girls.
The documentary also included accounts from former crew members of Jared Leto's band, "Thirty Seconds to Mars," who alleged staff were uncomfortable with some of his interactions with young female fans.
ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA
Jared Leto has strongly denied allegations of ***** ual misconduct after a series of accusations were made against him in a recent documentary investigation.
#documentary #misconduct #accusations
9 hours ago
Victoria Montano reportedly described a frightening experience at a Sydney cinema after an alleged confrontation. The Real Housewives of Sydney star claimed a man threatened to fight her and her husband. The incident reportedly happened while the couple watched a movie in Newtown.
Montano reportedly took to Instagram Stories to explain what happened during the movie outing. She claimed she looked at her phone during the advertisements when the confrontation began. "Someone threatened to fight with us," she said while describing the encounter.
According to Nine, the reality star then joked about her ability to defend herself during the alleged confrontation. "Lucky I've got a good fly kick because Tim didn't want to fight," Montano said. She also claimed the man eventually left the cinema because he was "scared" of her.
Montano later filmed her husband, Timothy Odillo Maher, walking through Newtown toward their car. She asked him whether he had been worried about potentially having to fight. "I was worried I was going to have to step in," he reportedly replied.
Montano continued joking about the incident while speaking to her followers. She demonstrated her supposed "fly kick" for the camera during the Instagram Stories update. However, the alleged encounter reportedly left her uncomfortable enough to change her plans.
#montano #fight #confrontation #newtown
Montano reportedly took to Instagram Stories to explain what happened during the movie outing. She claimed she looked at her phone during the advertisements when the confrontation began. "Someone threatened to fight with us," she said while describing the encounter.
According to Nine, the reality star then joked about her ability to defend herself during the alleged confrontation. "Lucky I've got a good fly kick because Tim didn't want to fight," Montano said. She also claimed the man eventually left the cinema because he was "scared" of her.
Montano later filmed her husband, Timothy Odillo Maher, walking through Newtown toward their car. She asked him whether he had been worried about potentially having to fight. "I was worried I was going to have to step in," he reportedly replied.
Montano continued joking about the incident while speaking to her followers. She demonstrated her supposed "fly kick" for the camera during the Instagram Stories update. However, the alleged encounter reportedly left her uncomfortable enough to change her plans.
#montano #fight #confrontation #newtown
9 hours ago
Sir Garfield Sobers was called the "greatest all-round cricketer the world has ever known" by former team-mate Sir Clive Lloyd at the legendary West Indies player's state funeral in Barbados.
Lloyd described all-rounder Sobers, who died aged 89 on 17 July, as "a man who lived in the hearts and minds of Caribbean people and who became a source of inspiration to millions throughout the world".
An entertaining left-handed batter and bowler of seam and spin, Sobers played 93 Tests between 1954 and 1974, scoring 8,032 runs and taking 235 wickets.
The funeral was staged at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, the principle ground in Barbados and home to a pavilion named after Sobers.
Lloyd and fellow West Indies legends Brian Lara and Desmond Haynes were among those who spoke at the state service of thanksgiving, which was also attended by Barbados president Jeffrey Bostic, prime minister Mia Mottley and Barbadian music superstar Rihanna.
#barbados #west #indies #World
Lloyd described all-rounder Sobers, who died aged 89 on 17 July, as "a man who lived in the hearts and minds of Caribbean people and who became a source of inspiration to millions throughout the world".
An entertaining left-handed batter and bowler of seam and spin, Sobers played 93 Tests between 1954 and 1974, scoring 8,032 runs and taking 235 wickets.
The funeral was staged at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, the principle ground in Barbados and home to a pavilion named after Sobers.
Lloyd and fellow West Indies legends Brian Lara and Desmond Haynes were among those who spoke at the state service of thanksgiving, which was also attended by Barbados president Jeffrey Bostic, prime minister Mia Mottley and Barbadian music superstar Rihanna.
#barbados #west #indies #World
9 hours ago
Elizabeth Hurley had never met Miley Cyrus before beginning her relationship with Billy Ray Cyrus, but Miley's work had already been a familiar part of life with her son, Damian Hurley.
During a July 27 appearance on SiriusXM's Andy Cohen Live, Andy Cohen asked whether Hurley had met Billy Ray's daughter. "I have met Miley. She's adorable," Hurley replied.
Hurley added that she has been fortunate to meet some of Billy Ray's other children and described them as "fabulous." Her introduction to Miley, however, followed years of seeing her on television and hearing her music at home.
Damian grew up watching Hannah Montana and later became a fan of Miley's pop career. Hurley said that history had already convinced her that she would like Miley before the two ever met.
Image Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock.
#andy
During a July 27 appearance on SiriusXM's Andy Cohen Live, Andy Cohen asked whether Hurley had met Billy Ray's daughter. "I have met Miley. She's adorable," Hurley replied.
Hurley added that she has been fortunate to meet some of Billy Ray's other children and described them as "fabulous." Her introduction to Miley, however, followed years of seeing her on television and hearing her music at home.
Damian grew up watching Hannah Montana and later became a fan of Miley's pop career. Hurley said that history had already convinced her that she would like Miley before the two ever met.
Image Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock.
#andy
9 hours ago
Beyoncé has secured full ownership of her whiskey brand.
As AFROTECH
previously reported, the "MORNING DEW (DONK)" artist launched SirDavis with Moët Hennessy in 2024. The whiskey features a "bespoke recipe" influenced by ****** an and Scotland and had been in the works for years. She described it as fate, given her family ties.
"I've always been drawn to the power and confidence I feel when drinking quality whisky and wanted to invite more people to experience that feeling," Beyoncé said in a press release. "When I discovered that my great-grandfather had been a moonshine man, it felt like my love for whisky was fated. SirDavis is a way for me to pay homage to him, uniting us through a new shared legacy."
She continued, "In partnering with Moët Hennessy, we have crafted a delicious American whisky that respects tradition but also empowers people to experience something new and unique in the category. You can taste it better than I could ever tell you — welcome, SirDavis."
#beyonc
As AFROTECH
previously reported, the "MORNING DEW (DONK)" artist launched SirDavis with Moët Hennessy in 2024. The whiskey features a "bespoke recipe" influenced by ****** an and Scotland and had been in the works for years. She described it as fate, given her family ties.
"I've always been drawn to the power and confidence I feel when drinking quality whisky and wanted to invite more people to experience that feeling," Beyoncé said in a press release. "When I discovered that my great-grandfather had been a moonshine man, it felt like my love for whisky was fated. SirDavis is a way for me to pay homage to him, uniting us through a new shared legacy."
She continued, "In partnering with Moët Hennessy, we have crafted a delicious American whisky that respects tradition but also empowers people to experience something new and unique in the category. You can taste it better than I could ever tell you — welcome, SirDavis."
#beyonc
9 hours ago
Law Roach wore a 53-carat diamond ring on that finger at the 2026 Met Gala, sparking engagement speculation
At the time, Roach described the ring as a "gift" from a mystery man but has kept details about his rumored fiancé private
Now, Roach says his "wedding has been postponed"
Law Roach isn't walking down the aisle anytime soon.
The Project Runway judge, 48, sparked engagement rumors on Monday, May 4, when he stepped out wearing a massive 53-carat diamond ring by Leviev Diamonds on that finger at the 2026 Met Gala. Less than three months later on Monday, July 27, the stylist's left-hand ring finger was bare at the Los Angeles premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, in which his longtime client Zendaya stars.
#roach #finger #project
At the time, Roach described the ring as a "gift" from a mystery man but has kept details about his rumored fiancé private
Now, Roach says his "wedding has been postponed"
Law Roach isn't walking down the aisle anytime soon.
The Project Runway judge, 48, sparked engagement rumors on Monday, May 4, when he stepped out wearing a massive 53-carat diamond ring by Leviev Diamonds on that finger at the 2026 Met Gala. Less than three months later on Monday, July 27, the stylist's left-hand ring finger was bare at the Los Angeles premiere of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, in which his longtime client Zendaya stars.
#roach #finger #project
10 hours ago
Trace Adkins says he has forgiven his second wife, Julie Lauren Curtis, for shooting him through the heart and lungs during an argument more than three decades ago.
The country singer revisited the near-fatal 1994 incident during a July 28 appearance on This Past Weekend With Theo Von.
Although Adkins joked that Curtis "took it a little far," he also described the point-blank gunshot as a "kill shot" that he would not have survived without emergency medical care.
Adkins declined to press charges after the shooting. He now says he does not believe Curtis fully understood what the gun would do when she pulled the trigger.
"That took it a little far, I thought," he told Theo Von. "That was uncalled for. That was totally uncalled for. Just leave. Let's just call it quits, and we don't have to go that far." According to Adkins, Curtis was angry and wanted him to leave their home, but he refused. During the argument, she placed the gun beneath his left arm. When he told her to give it to him, she fired.
#shooting #little
The country singer revisited the near-fatal 1994 incident during a July 28 appearance on This Past Weekend With Theo Von.
Although Adkins joked that Curtis "took it a little far," he also described the point-blank gunshot as a "kill shot" that he would not have survived without emergency medical care.
Adkins declined to press charges after the shooting. He now says he does not believe Curtis fully understood what the gun would do when she pulled the trigger.
"That took it a little far, I thought," he told Theo Von. "That was uncalled for. That was totally uncalled for. Just leave. Let's just call it quits, and we don't have to go that far." According to Adkins, Curtis was angry and wanted him to leave their home, but he refused. During the argument, she placed the gun beneath his left arm. When he told her to give it to him, she fired.
#shooting #little
10 hours ago
Elon Musk directed a series of personal insults at Anne Hathaway after an eight-year-old speech about LGBTQ equality, race and privilege resurfaced on X.
The billionaire called Hathaway a "marionette," accused her of reading words written by somebody else and said the Oscar winner had a "little bird brain." He also claimed she simply repeated whatever Hollywood instructed her to say.
The video came from the Human Rights Campaign's National Dinner in Washington, D.C., on September 15, 2018. One of the posts recirculating the footage incorrectly described Hathaway's remarks as a new speech.
Musk has attacked The Odyssey's casting and announced plans for his artificial-intelligence platform to create a competing adaptation of Homer's epic before the end of 2026.
The renewed controversy began after the X account Her Tribe Vibe shared an excerpt from Hathaway's speech and presented it as a recent statement. Musk responded across several posts. "She has a little bird brain," he wrote in one reply.
#hathaway #little #brain
The billionaire called Hathaway a "marionette," accused her of reading words written by somebody else and said the Oscar winner had a "little bird brain." He also claimed she simply repeated whatever Hollywood instructed her to say.
The video came from the Human Rights Campaign's National Dinner in Washington, D.C., on September 15, 2018. One of the posts recirculating the footage incorrectly described Hathaway's remarks as a new speech.
Musk has attacked The Odyssey's casting and announced plans for his artificial-intelligence platform to create a competing adaptation of Homer's epic before the end of 2026.
The renewed controversy began after the X account Her Tribe Vibe shared an excerpt from Hathaway's speech and presented it as a recent statement. Musk responded across several posts. "She has a little bird brain," he wrote in one reply.
#hathaway #little #brain
11 hours ago
Jason Sudeikis attended Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City on July 3
Sudeikis described the nuptials in one word at the season 4 premiere of Ted Lasso
The actor also said he'd love for the newlyweds to guest star on his show
Jason Sudeikis is summing up Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's big day.
Swift and Kelce, both 36, tied the knot in massive wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday, July 3. Sudeikis, 50, was among the hundreds of celebrity guests spotted at the venue.
#sudeikis #square #garden #york
Sudeikis described the nuptials in one word at the season 4 premiere of Ted Lasso
The actor also said he'd love for the newlyweds to guest star on his show
Jason Sudeikis is summing up Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's big day.
Swift and Kelce, both 36, tied the knot in massive wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday, July 3. Sudeikis, 50, was among the hundreds of celebrity guests spotted at the venue.
#sudeikis #square #garden #york
12 hours ago
Sitting through a game that feels like watching paint dry often changes the moment a superfan reveals the invisible drama unfolding on the field. A redditor asked the community on r/AskReddit, "What sport looks boring until you understand it, and then becomes amazing?"
In the thread, redditors dive into the technical details and high-stakes strategy that turn seemingly slow sports into absolute obsessions.
This winter sport requires a physically demanding combination of balance and foresight that isn't always obvious to the spectator. The tactical use of sweeping and the complexity of stone delivery create a high-pressure environment for the athletes.
Fans of the pastime explain that the real action happens in the psychological duel between the mound and the plate. Understanding the subtle importance of the pitch count reveals a game of constant, building tension that casual viewers often miss.
High-level racing is often described as an engineering championship rather than a simple test of driving skill. The complexity comes from the deep technological strategy and the intense personal stories that play out through the season.
#high #often #strategy #complexity
In the thread, redditors dive into the technical details and high-stakes strategy that turn seemingly slow sports into absolute obsessions.
This winter sport requires a physically demanding combination of balance and foresight that isn't always obvious to the spectator. The tactical use of sweeping and the complexity of stone delivery create a high-pressure environment for the athletes.
Fans of the pastime explain that the real action happens in the psychological duel between the mound and the plate. Understanding the subtle importance of the pitch count reveals a game of constant, building tension that casual viewers often miss.
High-level racing is often described as an engineering championship rather than a simple test of driving skill. The complexity comes from the deep technological strategy and the intense personal stories that play out through the season.
#high #often #strategy #complexity
14 hours ago
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition will have to wait another day after coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday that Tua Tagovailoa sustained a minor injury, and he'll be back "sooner rather than later."
The Falcons are left with one active quarterback for 11-on-11s on the team's first day of training camp as Michael Penix Jr. continues to recover from an ACL tear and veteran Trevor Siemian was released Wednesday morning in a series of roster moves.
Penix will be available for 7-on-7s. Jack Strand, Atlanta's sole healthy signal-caller, will see most — if not all — snaps during 11-on-11s.
Stefanski described Tagovailoa's injury as a "flare-up" and said he doesn't anticipate a long absence from the former Dolphins quarterback. He said Tagovailoa will be present but not participating.
The first-year Falcons coach kept the details of Tagovailoa's injury secret, saying that one of the perks of training camp is not having to divulge every detail.
#wednesday #first
The Falcons are left with one active quarterback for 11-on-11s on the team's first day of training camp as Michael Penix Jr. continues to recover from an ACL tear and veteran Trevor Siemian was released Wednesday morning in a series of roster moves.
Penix will be available for 7-on-7s. Jack Strand, Atlanta's sole healthy signal-caller, will see most — if not all — snaps during 11-on-11s.
Stefanski described Tagovailoa's injury as a "flare-up" and said he doesn't anticipate a long absence from the former Dolphins quarterback. He said Tagovailoa will be present but not participating.
The first-year Falcons coach kept the details of Tagovailoa's injury secret, saying that one of the perks of training camp is not having to divulge every detail.
#wednesday #first
16 hours ago
Screenwriter Russell T Davies has described the death of his husband to an aggressive brain tumour as his "greatest loss".
Speaking on the On the Marie Curie Couch podcast, the Doctor Who writer opened up about Andrew Smith, who died in September 2018, following eight years of treatment for glioblastoma multiforme.
The couple had been together for 20 years and married in 2012.
The Swansea-born writer, who was also behind Channel 4 shows It's a Sin and Tip Toe, said it was "hard work" looking after his late husband, but that he would have gone through it for another 50 years "without a single complaint".
Davies said he had not been with Smith at his appointment when he was first diagnosed because the couple thought it was just an "ordinary meeting" with the hospital.
#years #smith #writer #marie
Speaking on the On the Marie Curie Couch podcast, the Doctor Who writer opened up about Andrew Smith, who died in September 2018, following eight years of treatment for glioblastoma multiforme.
The couple had been together for 20 years and married in 2012.
The Swansea-born writer, who was also behind Channel 4 shows It's a Sin and Tip Toe, said it was "hard work" looking after his late husband, but that he would have gone through it for another 50 years "without a single complaint".
Davies said he had not been with Smith at his appointment when he was first diagnosed because the couple thought it was just an "ordinary meeting" with the hospital.
#years #smith #writer #marie
16 hours ago
Four women have accused Oscar-winning actor Jared Leto, lead singer of rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars, of criminal ******* ual conduct, with incidents happening when they were minors, according to a BBC investigation that aired on Wednesday.
The BBC reveals the allegations in the documentary ******* led Jared Leto: Hollywood's Dark Secret. According to the documentary, ten women accuse Leto of misconduct, and nine of them share their stories for the first time.
According to the BBC, one of the women, referred to in the movie as 54-year-old Leto, claims that she was raped in a motel bathroom when she was 17. Another one says she was threatened with ******* ual abuse when she was 19. The third woman says that she had ******* with Leto in California when she was 17, just under the age of consent in the state of 18 years old. Leto is described as shrugging off the discussion of age of consent.
The fourth woman says Leto kept calling her over the phone with explicit ******* ual suggestions when she was 16, including at least once suggesting to have ******* . Another four women say they got strange phone calls with Leto on the other end, with ******* ual undertones, when they were young.
According to Deadline, one of the accusers, using the name of Isabel, says that she was raped by Leto in a motel bathroom in Las Vegas when she was 17 and Leto was in his 30s.
#leto #according #four
The BBC reveals the allegations in the documentary ******* led Jared Leto: Hollywood's Dark Secret. According to the documentary, ten women accuse Leto of misconduct, and nine of them share their stories for the first time.
According to the BBC, one of the women, referred to in the movie as 54-year-old Leto, claims that she was raped in a motel bathroom when she was 17. Another one says she was threatened with ******* ual abuse when she was 19. The third woman says that she had ******* with Leto in California when she was 17, just under the age of consent in the state of 18 years old. Leto is described as shrugging off the discussion of age of consent.
The fourth woman says Leto kept calling her over the phone with explicit ******* ual suggestions when she was 16, including at least once suggesting to have ******* . Another four women say they got strange phone calls with Leto on the other end, with ******* ual undertones, when they were young.
According to Deadline, one of the accusers, using the name of Isabel, says that she was raped by Leto in a motel bathroom in Las Vegas when she was 17 and Leto was in his 30s.
#leto #according #four
19 hours ago
Elsa Pataky is giving fans a peek into her family life away from the spotlight. She recently traveled to Kenya with her teenage daughter, India Rose. The actress loved every moment of their special mother-daughter getaway. Sharing rare photos of her children is a unique treat for her fans. Pataky and her husband, Chris Hemsworth, usually keep their private life quiet, making these new memories even more meaningful.
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In a heartwarming Instagram carousel post, Elsa Pataky shared a carousel of rare pictures from her recent mother-daughter adventure in Kenya. She posted the photos on her official Instagram account, calling the trip "the adventure of a lifetime." The recap gave followers a glimpse into their time together in the beautiful Maasai Mara region.
The photos captured Pataky and her 14-year-old daughter, India Rose, exploring the stunning African wilderness side by side. In one photo, the pair enjoyed horseback riding across the wide-open savanna. Other snapshots showed them enjoying close encounters with majestic wildlife, including gentle elephants roaming nearby. They also spent cozy evenings gathered around a warm campfire with close friends under the night sky.
In her Instagram caption, Pataky expressed deep gratitude to the trip organizers and everyone who made the journey so special. She described the entire safari as an unforgettable experience filled with joy and wonder. Fans quickly flooded the comments to praise the rare, beautiful pictures of India Rose and the breathtaking scenery.
#fans
Photo Credit: elsapataky / Instagram
In a heartwarming Instagram carousel post, Elsa Pataky shared a carousel of rare pictures from her recent mother-daughter adventure in Kenya. She posted the photos on her official Instagram account, calling the trip "the adventure of a lifetime." The recap gave followers a glimpse into their time together in the beautiful Maasai Mara region.
The photos captured Pataky and her 14-year-old daughter, India Rose, exploring the stunning African wilderness side by side. In one photo, the pair enjoyed horseback riding across the wide-open savanna. Other snapshots showed them enjoying close encounters with majestic wildlife, including gentle elephants roaming nearby. They also spent cozy evenings gathered around a warm campfire with close friends under the night sky.
In her Instagram caption, Pataky expressed deep gratitude to the trip organizers and everyone who made the journey so special. She described the entire safari as an unforgettable experience filled with joy and wonder. Fans quickly flooded the comments to praise the rare, beautiful pictures of India Rose and the breathtaking scenery.
#fans
21 hours ago
After an eventful couple of months, Yan Diomande, one of football's top young prospects, is about to get his wish of joining a European powerhouse.
The 19-year-old is signing with Real Madrid in what can only be described as a record-setting transfer.
The Spanish giants will pay more than £100m for Diomande - making him a new record sale for RB Leipzig and he is expected to also become a new record signing for Real Madrid.
Simultaneously, Diomande becomes the most expensive African player in history.
His rise to stardom has also occurred seemingly in record time as less than 18 months ago he was almost completely unknown.
#european #leipzig #simultaneously
The 19-year-old is signing with Real Madrid in what can only be described as a record-setting transfer.
The Spanish giants will pay more than £100m for Diomande - making him a new record sale for RB Leipzig and he is expected to also become a new record signing for Real Madrid.
Simultaneously, Diomande becomes the most expensive African player in history.
His rise to stardom has also occurred seemingly in record time as less than 18 months ago he was almost completely unknown.
#european #leipzig #simultaneously
22 hours ago
Brentford are moving with intent in the market and Mamadou Sangaré has emerged as a leading target as the club reshapes its midfield ahead of the new season. According to L'Equipe, discussions with RC Lens are at an advanced stage over a deal worth €48m for the 24-year-old defensive midfielder.
The report points to a process that has been building quietly over recent weeks, with contact maintained between the clubs while Brentford prepare for the expected departure of Jordan Henderson, who is heading towards Chelsea. In that context, Sangaré appears to fit a clear recruitment brief, a midfielder capable of protecting the back line, covering ground and bringing authority in central areas.
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Sangaré's stock has risen sharply after an impressive Ligue 1 campaign. He played a major role in Lens putting together an excellent season, helping drive their push for Champions League qualification and contributing to their Coupe de France success. That form has placed him firmly on the radar of Premier League clubs, and Brentford seem to have acted decisively.
What stands out here is the level of progress. This does not read like early-stage interest or background admiration. With an agreement described as close, Brentford appear to be working towards the final steps of a significant signing, one that would represent a major investment at €48m.
#brentford #season #stage #towards
The report points to a process that has been building quietly over recent weeks, with contact maintained between the clubs while Brentford prepare for the expected departure of Jordan Henderson, who is heading towards Chelsea. In that context, Sangaré appears to fit a clear recruitment brief, a midfielder capable of protecting the back line, covering ground and bringing authority in central areas.
Photo IMAGO
Sangaré's stock has risen sharply after an impressive Ligue 1 campaign. He played a major role in Lens putting together an excellent season, helping drive their push for Champions League qualification and contributing to their Coupe de France success. That form has placed him firmly on the radar of Premier League clubs, and Brentford seem to have acted decisively.
What stands out here is the level of progress. This does not read like early-stage interest or background admiration. With an agreement described as close, Brentford appear to be working towards the final steps of a significant signing, one that would represent a major investment at €48m.
#brentford #season #stage #towards
1 day ago
The Twins offense tonight could only be described as groundball happy, get ready to read the words "double play" about a million times. In the 1st, 2 on and 1 out, Kody Clemens hits into an inning ending double play. In the 2nd inning, Luke Keaschall ends the inning with their second double play.
They finally broke through in the 4th inning, after Clemens doubled and Josh Bell hit an RBI single to put the Twins up 1-0. In the bottom of the 5th Alan Roden hits into the 3rd Twin-killer of the night.
In the top of the 6th, Josh Rojas and Lane Thomas did a double steal, with Rojas stealing home. I wasn't there to see it but Gameday says it happened. Two batters later, the Twin killer himself, Salvador Perez, hit the go-ahead RBI single to put the Royals up 2-1.
The Twins rallied again, with Clemens HBP and Bell singling to center with Clemens going 1st-to-3rd on the play. Then Victor Caratini ended the inning by, you guessed it, hitting into the 4th double play of the night. I'm so glad I missed almost all of this game because that had to be depressing.
What wasn't depressing was the performance of Taj Bradley and the bullpen tonight. Taj racked up 10 strikeouts in his 6 innings of work, allowing just 3 hits, 2 runs, and 3 walks. Then Kody Funderburk, Travis Adams, and Jack Anderson combined for 3 innings of shutout pitching, allowing just 1 hit and striking out 4.
#clemens #kody #twin
They finally broke through in the 4th inning, after Clemens doubled and Josh Bell hit an RBI single to put the Twins up 1-0. In the bottom of the 5th Alan Roden hits into the 3rd Twin-killer of the night.
In the top of the 6th, Josh Rojas and Lane Thomas did a double steal, with Rojas stealing home. I wasn't there to see it but Gameday says it happened. Two batters later, the Twin killer himself, Salvador Perez, hit the go-ahead RBI single to put the Royals up 2-1.
The Twins rallied again, with Clemens HBP and Bell singling to center with Clemens going 1st-to-3rd on the play. Then Victor Caratini ended the inning by, you guessed it, hitting into the 4th double play of the night. I'm so glad I missed almost all of this game because that had to be depressing.
What wasn't depressing was the performance of Taj Bradley and the bullpen tonight. Taj racked up 10 strikeouts in his 6 innings of work, allowing just 3 hits, 2 runs, and 3 walks. Then Kody Funderburk, Travis Adams, and Jack Anderson combined for 3 innings of shutout pitching, allowing just 1 hit and striking out 4.
#clemens #kody #twin
1 day ago
The preliminary fiscal Q4 2026 update from Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI), which was announced on July 21, serves as a case study in the distinction between a discounted valuation and a 'value trap'. The server manufacturer announced more than $60 billion in new orders during the quarter, a record backlog, and guided gross margins to 15-17%, nearly doubling its previous 8.2-8.4% prediction, citing a better customer and product mix.
Revenue is still expected to be near the low end of its $11-12.5 billion guidance range, below the roughly $11.67 billion ****** yst consensus, though shares rose as much as 20% on the news, with margin and order data clearly outweighing the top-line miss for investors focused on where the business is going.
For the broader technology ecosystem, Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI)'s order increase is an important indicator of downstream artificial intelligence hardware demand. Since Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) bases its high-performance server clusters on NVIDIA GPU architectures and has historically contributed roughly 9% of NVIDIA's total revenue, the $60 billion order intake provides solid proof that hyperscaler AI infrastructure spending remains strong. At a time when macro experts have questioned the ability of major cloud providers to continue multibillion-dollar capital expenditure cycles, Super Micro's record backlog indicates that customer demand for liquid-cooled AI computing racks is increasing rather than decreasing.
However, Super Micro's own history is why the stock's price can't be evaluated the same way a clean order-book beat generally is. Back in March 2026, federal prosecutors unveiled an indictment charging co-founder and board member Yih-Shyan "Wally" Liaw, along with two other individuals ****** ociated with the company, with collaborating to smuggle $2.5 billion in NVIDIA-powered AI servers to China in breach of US export regulations. Shares plunged more than 28% in a single day as a result of the announcement, and one ****** yst reported by Yahoo Finance at the time described the company as "uninvestable."
That history is reflected in how cheap the company has become, despite the solid order data: Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) trades at a forward P/E ratio of approximately 9x, less than half the hardware sector median of about 24x, and a PEG ratio of around 0.4, both of which would ordinarily indicate serious undervaluation.
#micro #smci #billion #company
Revenue is still expected to be near the low end of its $11-12.5 billion guidance range, below the roughly $11.67 billion ****** yst consensus, though shares rose as much as 20% on the news, with margin and order data clearly outweighing the top-line miss for investors focused on where the business is going.
For the broader technology ecosystem, Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI)'s order increase is an important indicator of downstream artificial intelligence hardware demand. Since Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) bases its high-performance server clusters on NVIDIA GPU architectures and has historically contributed roughly 9% of NVIDIA's total revenue, the $60 billion order intake provides solid proof that hyperscaler AI infrastructure spending remains strong. At a time when macro experts have questioned the ability of major cloud providers to continue multibillion-dollar capital expenditure cycles, Super Micro's record backlog indicates that customer demand for liquid-cooled AI computing racks is increasing rather than decreasing.
However, Super Micro's own history is why the stock's price can't be evaluated the same way a clean order-book beat generally is. Back in March 2026, federal prosecutors unveiled an indictment charging co-founder and board member Yih-Shyan "Wally" Liaw, along with two other individuals ****** ociated with the company, with collaborating to smuggle $2.5 billion in NVIDIA-powered AI servers to China in breach of US export regulations. Shares plunged more than 28% in a single day as a result of the announcement, and one ****** yst reported by Yahoo Finance at the time described the company as "uninvestable."
That history is reflected in how cheap the company has become, despite the solid order data: Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI) trades at a forward P/E ratio of approximately 9x, less than half the hardware sector median of about 24x, and a PEG ratio of around 0.4, both of which would ordinarily indicate serious undervaluation.
#micro #smci #billion #company
1 day ago
Aaron Rodgers has officially ended the speculation. He stated there is "zero debate" regarding his future. The four-time MVP confirmed 2026 will be his last season. This news arrives as he reports for his 22nd NFL training camp. Fans can stop guessing about his next move. The decision is final and clear. Rodgers wants to play his final year with freedom.
Rodgers spoke after a conditioning test in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. He echoed a sentiment he shared back in May. He admitted he thought last year might be his finale. Then head coach Mike McCarthy got hired by the Steelers. Rodgers discussed the situation with his wife. She told him he could play one more year. The pieces finally came together for this reunion. Rodgers dismissed any idea of changing his mind later. He shook his head firmly when asked about returning. "No," the veteran quarterback said. "Zero debate. Zero."
Not everyone agrees that the decision is permanent. Wide receiver DK Metcalf offered a different perspective to local media. He refused to rule out another year for Rodgers. Metcalf noted that players often speak at the start of a year. They do not know how the season will unfold. He suggested Rodgers might not even get hit this year. If that happens, he could say "let's go out there and do another one." Metcalf believes this mindset puts a weight off Rodgers' back. The quarterback is playing free and enjoying time with close friends. Yet Rodgers remains firm on his timeline. He is not leaving the door open for a 2027 campaign.
This situation marks a significant reunion for Rodgers and McCarthy. The head coach previously coached Rodgers for 13 seasons in Green Bay. That partnership began in 2005 during Rodgers' second NFL season. Now they work together again in Pittsburgh. The context of their history adds weight to this final chapter. Rodgers values the chance to close his career with his old coach. This specific dynamic likely influenced his decision to stay for one more year. The team environment feels right for a final run.
Rodgers made the right call by locking in this timeline. Uncertainty drains energy from a player's performance. Knowing the end date allows him to focus entirely on winning. He does not need to worry about contract extensions or future plans. This clarity helps him play with the freedom Metcalf described. The pressure of the "what if" scenario is gone. It is time to enjoy the game without looking ahead. His confidence in this decision shows his maturity as an athlete.
#year #time #season #head
Rodgers spoke after a conditioning test in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. He echoed a sentiment he shared back in May. He admitted he thought last year might be his finale. Then head coach Mike McCarthy got hired by the Steelers. Rodgers discussed the situation with his wife. She told him he could play one more year. The pieces finally came together for this reunion. Rodgers dismissed any idea of changing his mind later. He shook his head firmly when asked about returning. "No," the veteran quarterback said. "Zero debate. Zero."
Not everyone agrees that the decision is permanent. Wide receiver DK Metcalf offered a different perspective to local media. He refused to rule out another year for Rodgers. Metcalf noted that players often speak at the start of a year. They do not know how the season will unfold. He suggested Rodgers might not even get hit this year. If that happens, he could say "let's go out there and do another one." Metcalf believes this mindset puts a weight off Rodgers' back. The quarterback is playing free and enjoying time with close friends. Yet Rodgers remains firm on his timeline. He is not leaving the door open for a 2027 campaign.
This situation marks a significant reunion for Rodgers and McCarthy. The head coach previously coached Rodgers for 13 seasons in Green Bay. That partnership began in 2005 during Rodgers' second NFL season. Now they work together again in Pittsburgh. The context of their history adds weight to this final chapter. Rodgers values the chance to close his career with his old coach. This specific dynamic likely influenced his decision to stay for one more year. The team environment feels right for a final run.
Rodgers made the right call by locking in this timeline. Uncertainty drains energy from a player's performance. Knowing the end date allows him to focus entirely on winning. He does not need to worry about contract extensions or future plans. This clarity helps him play with the freedom Metcalf described. The pressure of the "what if" scenario is gone. It is time to enjoy the game without looking ahead. His confidence in this decision shows his maturity as an athlete.
#year #time #season #head
1 day ago
Suri Cruise, the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, has legally dropped her father's last name and chosen a surname that honors her mother instead, according to a Page Six report.
Rather than adopting Holmes as her last name, Suri opted for Noelle, her mother's middle name. While it's unclear when she officially changed her last name, Page Six reported that she registered to vote in Allegheny County, Pa., under the name Suri Noelle during her freshman year at Carnegie Mellon University in October 2024. She first made headlines in June 2024, when she graduated from New York City's LaGuardia High School and was listed as Suri Noelle in the ceremony pamphlet.
The reported name change comes after years of estrangement from Cruise. Following her parents' divorce in 2012, Suri moved from Los Angeles to New York City with Holmes, who was granted full custody, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The Mission: Impossible star was ordered to pay $400,000 annually in child support, plus medical, dental, education and insurance expenses, until Suri turned 18, the outlet reported.
Before moving to Pittsburgh, Pa., Suri, who has often been described as the spitting image of her mother, was frequently spotted out and about in New York City.
"We are committed to working together as parents to accomplish what is in our daughter Suri's best interests," read a joint statement from Holmes and Cruise following their divorce in 2012. "We want to keep matters affecting our family private and express our respect for each other's commitment to each of our respective beliefs and support each other's roles as parents."
#name #cruise #noelle
Rather than adopting Holmes as her last name, Suri opted for Noelle, her mother's middle name. While it's unclear when she officially changed her last name, Page Six reported that she registered to vote in Allegheny County, Pa., under the name Suri Noelle during her freshman year at Carnegie Mellon University in October 2024. She first made headlines in June 2024, when she graduated from New York City's LaGuardia High School and was listed as Suri Noelle in the ceremony pamphlet.
The reported name change comes after years of estrangement from Cruise. Following her parents' divorce in 2012, Suri moved from Los Angeles to New York City with Holmes, who was granted full custody, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The Mission: Impossible star was ordered to pay $400,000 annually in child support, plus medical, dental, education and insurance expenses, until Suri turned 18, the outlet reported.
Before moving to Pittsburgh, Pa., Suri, who has often been described as the spitting image of her mother, was frequently spotted out and about in New York City.
"We are committed to working together as parents to accomplish what is in our daughter Suri's best interests," read a joint statement from Holmes and Cruise following their divorce in 2012. "We want to keep matters affecting our family private and express our respect for each other's commitment to each of our respective beliefs and support each other's roles as parents."
#name #cruise #noelle
1 day ago
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Patrick Clancy, the father of three young children strangled inside their Massachusetts home, became the first witness Monday in his ex-wife's murder trial, offering jurors a harrowing account of the mental health decline he witnessed before their deaths.
He was the first witness called in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who faces murder charges in the deaths of the couple's three children in January 2023. Prosecutors argue she acted deliberately, while defense attorneys contend severe mental illness drove her actions.
Patrick described watching his then-wife fall into a "big spiral" after she began taking Seroquel, testifying that she lost weight, became severely depressed and began expressing suicidal thoughts.
"Awful," he said when asked how Lindsay was doing physically after starting the medication. "That was really where her big spiral started. She started to lose a lot of weight, and she became very depressed, and she was having a really hard time."
#patrick #clancy #witness
Patrick Clancy, the father of three young children strangled inside their Massachusetts home, became the first witness Monday in his ex-wife's murder trial, offering jurors a harrowing account of the mental health decline he witnessed before their deaths.
He was the first witness called in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who faces murder charges in the deaths of the couple's three children in January 2023. Prosecutors argue she acted deliberately, while defense attorneys contend severe mental illness drove her actions.
Patrick described watching his then-wife fall into a "big spiral" after she began taking Seroquel, testifying that she lost weight, became severely depressed and began expressing suicidal thoughts.
"Awful," he said when asked how Lindsay was doing physically after starting the medication. "That was really where her big spiral started. She started to lose a lot of weight, and she became very depressed, and she was having a really hard time."
#patrick #clancy #witness
1 day ago
Nick Offerman is known for his real-life woodworking skills, which mirror those of his beloved Parks and Rec character, Ron Swanson
In a new interview, the actor recalled an injury he suffered that he described as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" thanks to woodworking
Offerman previously told PEOPLE it was his woodworking skills that helped him break out as an actor
Nick Offerman has had close calls in his woodworking career.
The Parks and Rec alum, 56, has been a woodworker for longer than he's been an actor, and in an interview with Family Handyman, Offerman recalled an incident that he describes as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" in a workshop.
#offerman #woodworking #actor #parks
In a new interview, the actor recalled an injury he suffered that he described as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" thanks to woodworking
Offerman previously told PEOPLE it was his woodworking skills that helped him break out as an actor
Nick Offerman has had close calls in his woodworking career.
The Parks and Rec alum, 56, has been a woodworker for longer than he's been an actor, and in an interview with Family Handyman, Offerman recalled an incident that he describes as the "closest I came to irreparable damage" in a workshop.
#offerman #woodworking #actor #parks
1 day ago
Walsall have made their 10th signing of the summer transfer window with the arrival of Harrogate Town winger Reece Smith on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee.
The 24-year-old featured in all but one of Harrogate's League Two games last term, having joined from non-league Maidenhead United where he came through the academy and spent four and a half seasons in the first team.
Smith, who played in Harrogate's 2-0 win at the Pallet-Track Stadium in the penultimate game of last season, said his move to Walsall felt like "a big step up" and added boss Lee Grant's plan to use him on the left or as a number 10 was "music to my ears".
Grant, who is putting the finishing touches to his first pre-season at the club having taken charge in May, described the deal for Smith as "another coup" for the Saddlers having been keen to sign him for "a very long time".
Walsall begin the new campaign in the Carabao Cup at Bristol City on 6 August before opening their League Two programme away to Gillingham the following Saturday.
#year
The 24-year-old featured in all but one of Harrogate's League Two games last term, having joined from non-league Maidenhead United where he came through the academy and spent four and a half seasons in the first team.
Smith, who played in Harrogate's 2-0 win at the Pallet-Track Stadium in the penultimate game of last season, said his move to Walsall felt like "a big step up" and added boss Lee Grant's plan to use him on the left or as a number 10 was "music to my ears".
Grant, who is putting the finishing touches to his first pre-season at the club having taken charge in May, described the deal for Smith as "another coup" for the Saddlers having been keen to sign him for "a very long time".
Walsall begin the new campaign in the Carabao Cup at Bristol City on 6 August before opening their League Two programme away to Gillingham the following Saturday.
#year
1 day ago
Ohio State football defensive coordinator Matt Patricia had a peculiar way of introducing himself to his players upon joining the Buckeyes.
On a July 22 episode of "Downs 2 Business," former Ohio State safety Caleb Downs described what his first interactions with Patricia were like, including an interesting task he asked each player to complete.
"First day, he got in the meeting, he was like, 'Hey guys, we're going to hand out these sheets of paper. I want you to write down the best five players on this defense and the worst five players on this defense."
Downs continued: "He's like, 'If you say yourself, and a coach doesn't say you, you're lying.' "
"Worst five is crazy," said Downs' brother, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs.
#downs #five #patricia #first
On a July 22 episode of "Downs 2 Business," former Ohio State safety Caleb Downs described what his first interactions with Patricia were like, including an interesting task he asked each player to complete.
"First day, he got in the meeting, he was like, 'Hey guys, we're going to hand out these sheets of paper. I want you to write down the best five players on this defense and the worst five players on this defense."
Downs continued: "He's like, 'If you say yourself, and a coach doesn't say you, you're lying.' "
"Worst five is crazy," said Downs' brother, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs.
#downs #five #patricia #first
2 days ago
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Everton are on the hunt for a new club captain for the first time in seven years following Seamus Coleman's departure.
The 37-year-old, who was handed the armband following Phil Jagielka's exit in August 2019, led the Toffees out over 140 times during his captaincy.
Having signed the full-back for £60,000 in January 2009, during his first spell as Everton boss, David Moyes described Coleman as the "glue that has held an awful lot together" and "the one who stepped up to galvanise the team".
Idrissa Gana Gueye's recent decision to leave the club after seven seasons, across two separate spells, has dealt a further blow to the club's player leadership group, with Moyes pointing to the defensive midfielder's "crucial leadership qualities".
#everton #leadership #getty
Everton are on the hunt for a new club captain for the first time in seven years following Seamus Coleman's departure.
The 37-year-old, who was handed the armband following Phil Jagielka's exit in August 2019, led the Toffees out over 140 times during his captaincy.
Having signed the full-back for £60,000 in January 2009, during his first spell as Everton boss, David Moyes described Coleman as the "glue that has held an awful lot together" and "the one who stepped up to galvanise the team".
Idrissa Gana Gueye's recent decision to leave the club after seven seasons, across two separate spells, has dealt a further blow to the club's player leadership group, with Moyes pointing to the defensive midfielder's "crucial leadership qualities".
#everton #leadership #getty