2 months ago
Daron Wilkins scored three different ways as Reading High defeated Lebanon 54-12 in a non-league football game on Friday night, the Red Knights' first win of the season.
Wilkins scored on a 17-yard run, 54-yard punt return and 72-yard kickoff return. He rushed for 62 yards on just four carries.
Reading High (1-2) led 32-0 at halftime. Jahleer Nunn had touchdown runs of 7 and 5 yards, Wilkins his 17-yarder, Makye Lias an 11-yard TD scamper and Jason Reyes a 24-yard TD run in the first half. Reyes gained 50 yards in the game on just three carries.
Reading opens its Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 1 season on Friday at home (Shirk Stadium at Albright College) against Penn Manor.
Lebanon is 0-3 and hosts Elizabethtown on Friday in its LL Section 2 opener.
#wilkins #reading #yards #reyes
Wilkins scored on a 17-yard run, 54-yard punt return and 72-yard kickoff return. He rushed for 62 yards on just four carries.
Reading High (1-2) led 32-0 at halftime. Jahleer Nunn had touchdown runs of 7 and 5 yards, Wilkins his 17-yarder, Makye Lias an 11-yard TD scamper and Jason Reyes a 24-yard TD run in the first half. Reyes gained 50 yards in the game on just three carries.
Reading opens its Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 1 season on Friday at home (Shirk Stadium at Albright College) against Penn Manor.
Lebanon is 0-3 and hosts Elizabethtown on Friday in its LL Section 2 opener.
#wilkins #reading #yards #reyes
2 months ago
Sept. 11 (UPI) -- Ready or not, here it comes: The official "Road to the Kentucky Derby" series starts Saturday with the $300,000 Grade III Iroquois Stakes at -- where else? -- Churchill Downs.
And -- who else? -- six-time Derby winner Bob Baffert trains the 8-5 favorite, Salahudin.
Salahudin, an Uncle Mo colt, won his first start by 2 lengths July 17 at Ellis Park going 6 1/2 furlongs. He stretched out to 7 furlongs in the Ellis Park Juvenile on Aug. 9 and won that by 4 1/2 lengths.
The 1-mile Iroquois Stakes has nine entries. Blessed Flyer also is 2-for-2 and won the Bashford Manor at Churchill Downs June 28 for trainer Mike Tomlinson. He Is No Lie finished second in the Bashford Manor, and then was fourth in the Grade III Best Pal at Del Mar. The others are maiden winners.
Also on the weekend agenda are five Breeders' Cup "Win and You're In" races in North America and five more in Ireland.
#park
And -- who else? -- six-time Derby winner Bob Baffert trains the 8-5 favorite, Salahudin.
Salahudin, an Uncle Mo colt, won his first start by 2 lengths July 17 at Ellis Park going 6 1/2 furlongs. He stretched out to 7 furlongs in the Ellis Park Juvenile on Aug. 9 and won that by 4 1/2 lengths.
The 1-mile Iroquois Stakes has nine entries. Blessed Flyer also is 2-for-2 and won the Bashford Manor at Churchill Downs June 28 for trainer Mike Tomlinson. He Is No Lie finished second in the Bashford Manor, and then was fourth in the Grade III Best Pal at Del Mar. The others are maiden winners.
Also on the weekend agenda are five Breeders' Cup "Win and You're In" races in North America and five more in Ireland.
#park
2 months ago
The Tennessee ***** ans will make their 2026 NFL season debut by hosting the New York Jets at Nissan Stadium in Week 1 this Sunday. There's so much to learn about these new-look ***** ans. Head coach Robert Saleh and the team's new coordinators Brian Daboll and Gus Bradley will officially make their debuts.
The most important aspect of the ***** ans' 2026 campaign is the development of sophomore quarterback Cam Ward. Coach Daboll is being tasked with overseeing his ascension. The ***** ans' new-look passing game will finally be unveiled versus the Jets.
This is a deep receiving core in Tennessee. Carnell Tate was drafted at fourth overall to grow alongside Ward. Wan'Dale Robinson was signed in free agency for his ability to be a high-volume, reliable weapon. Calvin Ridley is also back, and Elic Ayomanor had an excellent training camp. The ***** ans are four-deep at receiver.
Who do you think will lead the ***** ans in receiving in Week 1? It's an interesting question. Fans would love to see Tate explode after he failed to record a single preseason catch. Robinson should be Ward's most reliable weapon, possibly leading the ***** ans in targets. Ridley is a big-play threat who once played in Daboll's offense at Alabama.
Running backs and tight ends should also be heavily involved in the ***** ans' passing attack. Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears, Gunnar Helm, and Daniel Bellinger will play notable roles in Daboll's offense. Ward will be tasked with spreading the ball around to a plethora of players.
#ward #tennessee #robinson
The most important aspect of the ***** ans' 2026 campaign is the development of sophomore quarterback Cam Ward. Coach Daboll is being tasked with overseeing his ascension. The ***** ans' new-look passing game will finally be unveiled versus the Jets.
This is a deep receiving core in Tennessee. Carnell Tate was drafted at fourth overall to grow alongside Ward. Wan'Dale Robinson was signed in free agency for his ability to be a high-volume, reliable weapon. Calvin Ridley is also back, and Elic Ayomanor had an excellent training camp. The ***** ans are four-deep at receiver.
Who do you think will lead the ***** ans in receiving in Week 1? It's an interesting question. Fans would love to see Tate explode after he failed to record a single preseason catch. Robinson should be Ward's most reliable weapon, possibly leading the ***** ans in targets. Ridley is a big-play threat who once played in Daboll's offense at Alabama.
Running backs and tight ends should also be heavily involved in the ***** ans' passing attack. Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears, Gunnar Helm, and Daniel Bellinger will play notable roles in Daboll's offense. Ward will be tasked with spreading the ball around to a plethora of players.
#ward #tennessee #robinson
2 months ago
Rapid reaction from the Tennessee ***** ans' 24-15 loss to the Chicago Bears at Nissan Stadium in the final of three preseason games:
Robert Saleh, deviating from the original plan, opted to rest most – but not all – of the ***** ans' starters for this final preseason game. Cam Ward, Jeffery Simmons, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley and others weren't in uniform, but several expected ***** ans contributors did play. Among them: Receivers Carnell Tate, Elic Ayomanor and Chimere Dike, right guard Fernando Carmona Jr., defensive linemen Solomon Thomas, Jordan Elliott and Jacob Martin, nickel cornerback Marcus Harris and linebackers Cedric Gray, Anthony Hill Jr. and James Williams Sr.
It wasn't the first-string this time, but the ***** ans' defense didn't start well in this preseason game, either, giving up a 97-yard touchdown on the Bears' first offensive snap when cornerback Keydrain Calligan fell down in coverage. Later in the first half, Chicago capped a 16-play, 69-yard drive with a second TD pass for quarterback Tyson Bagent, who was 16-of-17 passing for 208 yards.
Tate did not record a catch in three preseason games. He was targeted only once against the Bears, diving unsuccessfully for a deep ball thrown by quarterback Will Levis into the end zone. While the ***** ans surely would've liked to get more production from their rookie No. 4 overall draft pick in the preseason games, it eased some concerns to see Tate bounce back from a brief rough patch and play a starring role during this past week's joint practice with the Bears.
In what might've been his final game in a ***** ans' uniform, Levis started at quarterback (Mitch Trubisky didn't play, either) and went 14-of-22 passing for 143 yards. Vols legend Hendon Hooker played the rest of the way after halftime. Cut day will be here quickly on Aug. 30. It'll be interesting to see what happens with these two quarterbacks.
#tate #game
Robert Saleh, deviating from the original plan, opted to rest most – but not all – of the ***** ans' starters for this final preseason game. Cam Ward, Jeffery Simmons, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley and others weren't in uniform, but several expected ***** ans contributors did play. Among them: Receivers Carnell Tate, Elic Ayomanor and Chimere Dike, right guard Fernando Carmona Jr., defensive linemen Solomon Thomas, Jordan Elliott and Jacob Martin, nickel cornerback Marcus Harris and linebackers Cedric Gray, Anthony Hill Jr. and James Williams Sr.
It wasn't the first-string this time, but the ***** ans' defense didn't start well in this preseason game, either, giving up a 97-yard touchdown on the Bears' first offensive snap when cornerback Keydrain Calligan fell down in coverage. Later in the first half, Chicago capped a 16-play, 69-yard drive with a second TD pass for quarterback Tyson Bagent, who was 16-of-17 passing for 208 yards.
Tate did not record a catch in three preseason games. He was targeted only once against the Bears, diving unsuccessfully for a deep ball thrown by quarterback Will Levis into the end zone. While the ***** ans surely would've liked to get more production from their rookie No. 4 overall draft pick in the preseason games, it eased some concerns to see Tate bounce back from a brief rough patch and play a starring role during this past week's joint practice with the Bears.
In what might've been his final game in a ***** ans' uniform, Levis started at quarterback (Mitch Trubisky didn't play, either) and went 14-of-22 passing for 143 yards. Vols legend Hendon Hooker played the rest of the way after halftime. Cut day will be here quickly on Aug. 30. It'll be interesting to see what happens with these two quarterbacks.
#tate #game
2 months ago
LIBERTY HILL - When Tyler McCrary, a Legacy Ranch junior who doubles as the high school's athletic mascot, got the night going with an electric guitar rendition of the national anthem, maybe that was the first sign the Wranglers' first varsity game of their football program's history would be picture perfect.
With thousands of parents, students and Legacy Ranch staff on hand to witness the team's first game inside the school's brand new $18 million Wrangler Stadium, it sort of felt like a communal experience that extended into all of the Texas Hill Country. And the senior-less Wranglers never looked an ounce out of place, thumping Manor New Tech 59-0 in a game that was well over before the second half even began.
The 100 Central Texas football players worth watching this season
Afterward, players celebrated in their own end zone as the band played.
"This is amazing. The culture, the atmosphere, the support, the community," Ashley Arrasmith, whose son Blake is an offensive lineman on the team, said before the game. The pre-game tailgate saw hundreds line the parking lot in blue and navy T-shirts. Girls wore cowboy boots and hats while boys threw mini-footballs across the lawn.
#players
With thousands of parents, students and Legacy Ranch staff on hand to witness the team's first game inside the school's brand new $18 million Wrangler Stadium, it sort of felt like a communal experience that extended into all of the Texas Hill Country. And the senior-less Wranglers never looked an ounce out of place, thumping Manor New Tech 59-0 in a game that was well over before the second half even began.
The 100 Central Texas football players worth watching this season
Afterward, players celebrated in their own end zone as the band played.
"This is amazing. The culture, the atmosphere, the support, the community," Ashley Arrasmith, whose son Blake is an offensive lineman on the team, said before the game. The pre-game tailgate saw hundreds line the parking lot in blue and navy T-shirts. Girls wore cowboy boots and hats while boys threw mini-footballs across the lawn.
#players
3 months ago
Who's got the best high school football in the country? Texas, Florida and California have each long laid stake to that claim, but it's rare that we see good teams from those states play each other. But that's what's happening at Chaparral Stadium in Friday's much anticipated 2026 season opener between the Westlake Chaparrals and the Inglewood (Calif.) Sentinels.
Westlake is one of Texas' top programs. Inglewood is packed with FBS talent, including two defensive linemen committed to Texas A&M and Oklahoma and a defensive back who'll play at Cal. And Chaps quarterback Patton Jones is making his first start against a defense that had seven sacks in Inglewood's season opener last week.
Anderson receiver Kyler Sharp (15) makes a catch over Johnson defensive back Zavier Antoine (31) during the game at Hays High School on Thursday, August. 27, 2026 in Kyle, Texas. (Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-Statesman)
But that's not the only big game of note tonight. While the big Lake Travis vs. Dripping Springs opener was canceled, there are still a couple of high-profile matchups that we're watching, including Weiss at Round Rock, a matchup of two of the American-Statesman's top 10 preseason power poll teams; Cedar Park and A&M Consolidated as the Timberwolves make their Class 6A debut; and Vandegrift at San Antonio Brennan, a matchup of two teams expected to win their Class 6A districts.
We're at three games tonight. Colby Gordon is covering the Weiss-Round Rock game at Dragon Stadium, Caleb Yum is at Westlake vs. Inglewood, watching all those college prospects at Chaparral Stadium, and Cory Mull is at Wrangler Stadium in Liberty Hill, where he's watching the Legacy Ranch Wranglers - Central Texas' newest high school - play their first varsity game ever at home against Manor New Tech.
#texas #westlake #school #play
Westlake is one of Texas' top programs. Inglewood is packed with FBS talent, including two defensive linemen committed to Texas A&M and Oklahoma and a defensive back who'll play at Cal. And Chaps quarterback Patton Jones is making his first start against a defense that had seven sacks in Inglewood's season opener last week.
Anderson receiver Kyler Sharp (15) makes a catch over Johnson defensive back Zavier Antoine (31) during the game at Hays High School on Thursday, August. 27, 2026 in Kyle, Texas. (Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-Statesman)
But that's not the only big game of note tonight. While the big Lake Travis vs. Dripping Springs opener was canceled, there are still a couple of high-profile matchups that we're watching, including Weiss at Round Rock, a matchup of two of the American-Statesman's top 10 preseason power poll teams; Cedar Park and A&M Consolidated as the Timberwolves make their Class 6A debut; and Vandegrift at San Antonio Brennan, a matchup of two teams expected to win their Class 6A districts.
We're at three games tonight. Colby Gordon is covering the Weiss-Round Rock game at Dragon Stadium, Caleb Yum is at Westlake vs. Inglewood, watching all those college prospects at Chaparral Stadium, and Cory Mull is at Wrangler Stadium in Liberty Hill, where he's watching the Legacy Ranch Wranglers - Central Texas' newest high school - play their first varsity game ever at home against Manor New Tech.
#texas #westlake #school #play
3 months ago
Luke Fallon shot two-under par 57 for 15 holes at Manor Golf Course on Monday to lead Wilson to a 246-282 high school golf win over Daniel Boone.
Wilson 246: Luke Fallon 57, Ian Miller 62, Ellis Brown 63, Colton Harter 64.
Daniel Boone 282: Marty Packer 68, Ben McFetridge 68, Taylor Davidheiser 72, Kyle Mulgrew 74.
Twin Valley beats Kutztown
Carter Borkowski shot a two-over par 37 for nine holes at Rich Maiden as Twin Valley defeated Kutztown 166-180 in a high school golf match on Monday.
#wilson
Wilson 246: Luke Fallon 57, Ian Miller 62, Ellis Brown 63, Colton Harter 64.
Daniel Boone 282: Marty Packer 68, Ben McFetridge 68, Taylor Davidheiser 72, Kyle Mulgrew 74.
Twin Valley beats Kutztown
Carter Borkowski shot a two-over par 37 for nine holes at Rich Maiden as Twin Valley defeated Kutztown 166-180 in a high school golf match on Monday.
#wilson
3 months ago
After how quarterback Cam Ward performed as a rookie for the Tennessee **** ans last season, it is difficult to imagine how he could be a viable option in fantasy football this season. However, ESPN fantasy **** yst Eric Moody believes otherwise. Here is what he said:
"Ward is someone I'm targeting as my QB3 in superflex formats. He struggled early as a rookie but improved after Tennessee's Week 10 bye, throwing 10 touchdowns to just one interception. Ward averaged 15.5 fantasy points over his final four full starts and ranked eighth in pass attempts despite taking a league-high 55 sacks. Tennessee upgraded his situation by hiring Brian Daboll as the OC, adding help along the O-line, signing Wan'Dale Robinson and drafting Carnell Tate fourth overall. The pieces are in place for a Year 2 breakout."
As Moody pointed out, Ward has much more to work with at the wide receiver position. Last season, his top receiver was Elic Ayomanor. Now, he has Calvin Ridley, Robinson and Tate who are all ahead of Ayomanor on their first unofficial depth chart. Nonetheless, a breakout year seems like a stretch.
The improvements on the offensive line should help minimize sacks, but Ward had a problem in college trying to make something happen and getting sacked as a result. That problem resurfaced in the NFL, which is part of why it took until mid-December for Ward to go one game without getting sacked.
He improved as the season progressed, so his numbers should be better this season. However, Ward is not someone to consider in standard fantasy leagues and should not be drafted too high in superflex leagues, and would only be a QB3 in those leagues.
#moody
"Ward is someone I'm targeting as my QB3 in superflex formats. He struggled early as a rookie but improved after Tennessee's Week 10 bye, throwing 10 touchdowns to just one interception. Ward averaged 15.5 fantasy points over his final four full starts and ranked eighth in pass attempts despite taking a league-high 55 sacks. Tennessee upgraded his situation by hiring Brian Daboll as the OC, adding help along the O-line, signing Wan'Dale Robinson and drafting Carnell Tate fourth overall. The pieces are in place for a Year 2 breakout."
As Moody pointed out, Ward has much more to work with at the wide receiver position. Last season, his top receiver was Elic Ayomanor. Now, he has Calvin Ridley, Robinson and Tate who are all ahead of Ayomanor on their first unofficial depth chart. Nonetheless, a breakout year seems like a stretch.
The improvements on the offensive line should help minimize sacks, but Ward had a problem in college trying to make something happen and getting sacked as a result. That problem resurfaced in the NFL, which is part of why it took until mid-December for Ward to go one game without getting sacked.
He improved as the season progressed, so his numbers should be better this season. However, Ward is not someone to consider in standard fantasy leagues and should not be drafted too high in superflex leagues, and would only be a QB3 in those leagues.
#moody
3 months ago
West Ham have completed the loan signing of attacking midfielder Divine Mukasa from Manchester City.
The 18-year-old joins on a straight loan with no buy option, becoming West Ham's sixth summer signing, rejoining the club where he began his career.
He follows Keiber Lamadrid, Joël Veltman, Manor Solomon, Arne Engels and striker Joël Piroe.
Upon rejoining the club, Mukasa said, "I'm so excited to be back. Just excited to get playing again, really. Once I heard of the opportunity to come back, it was a no-brainer for me. "I grew up in Dagenham, probably about 20-25 minutes from here (Rush Green training ground). My first football team was Euro Dagenham. That's where it all started for me before coming to West Ham.
"I was born around here and have grown up in the Academy and spent nearly ten years there."
#signing #excited
The 18-year-old joins on a straight loan with no buy option, becoming West Ham's sixth summer signing, rejoining the club where he began his career.
He follows Keiber Lamadrid, Joël Veltman, Manor Solomon, Arne Engels and striker Joël Piroe.
Upon rejoining the club, Mukasa said, "I'm so excited to be back. Just excited to get playing again, really. Once I heard of the opportunity to come back, it was a no-brainer for me. "I grew up in Dagenham, probably about 20-25 minutes from here (Rush Green training ground). My first football team was Euro Dagenham. That's where it all started for me before coming to West Ham.
"I was born around here and have grown up in the Academy and spent nearly ten years there."
#signing #excited
3 months ago
Fanatics is turning its gaze overseas.
The digital sports platform and licensed sports merchandiser has signed a multiyear partnership with the European Tour Group to become the exclusive operator of the official DP World Tour and the Ryder Cup European store. It will also become the exclusive retail partner for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland, as well as the Amgen Irish Open, Genesis Scottish Open, BMW PGA Championship and Husqvarna British.
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#fanatics #become #World
The digital sports platform and licensed sports merchandiser has signed a multiyear partnership with the European Tour Group to become the exclusive operator of the official DP World Tour and the Ryder Cup European store. It will also become the exclusive retail partner for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland, as well as the Amgen Irish Open, Genesis Scottish Open, BMW PGA Championship and Husqvarna British.
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LoveShackFancy, Fanatics Team on Limited-edition College Collection
Centric Creates Joint Venture With Eastside Golf
#fanatics #become #World
3 months ago
Cadillac surprised everyone after ending terms with Graeme Lowdon after the first half of F1 2026, as Dan Towriss explains the reasoning behind it.
With the F1 circus getting back into race mode post the summer break, Cadillac kick-started the news cycle by announcing the departure of team principal Lowdon and replacing him with Marcin Budkowski. The news came as a surprise considering that it's been only half a season in American outfit's first full season.
Former Manor boss Lowdon returned to the F1 grid with Cadillac, as he joined the American outfit even before they were confirmed to make it as the 11th team on the grid. He did the big job of getting everyone together as one team – including the drivers – and start the journey in the winter test to the first half of 2026.
Although the results haven't come by for them thus far, with reliability issues popping up at most rounds, Lowdon did a fair job operationally at trackside. While there has been communication issues from factory to track, but it is part of a problem that any new F1 team would face in its first season.
TWG Motorsports' Dan Towriss acknowledged the work done by Lowdon in getting everything together, but noted that it was always the plan to find a F1 team principal in long-term, especially someone who is from technical background. The American said that there were conversations about a potential transition, just that the timing wasn't fixed.
#team #cadillac #american
With the F1 circus getting back into race mode post the summer break, Cadillac kick-started the news cycle by announcing the departure of team principal Lowdon and replacing him with Marcin Budkowski. The news came as a surprise considering that it's been only half a season in American outfit's first full season.
Former Manor boss Lowdon returned to the F1 grid with Cadillac, as he joined the American outfit even before they were confirmed to make it as the 11th team on the grid. He did the big job of getting everyone together as one team – including the drivers – and start the journey in the winter test to the first half of 2026.
Although the results haven't come by for them thus far, with reliability issues popping up at most rounds, Lowdon did a fair job operationally at trackside. While there has been communication issues from factory to track, but it is part of a problem that any new F1 team would face in its first season.
TWG Motorsports' Dan Towriss acknowledged the work done by Lowdon in getting everything together, but noted that it was always the plan to find a F1 team principal in long-term, especially someone who is from technical background. The American said that there were conversations about a potential transition, just that the timing wasn't fixed.
#team #cadillac #american
3 months ago
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Two Championship-title favorites will go head-to-head Sunday to kick off their second-tier campaigns — get ready for Burnley vs. West Ham.
Even after selling top talents Mateus Fernandes and Crysencio Summerville in the offseason, West Ham are still favored to lift the trophy next spring. Joel Veltman and Manor Soloman are reassuring additions though, and a 3-1 victory over Portsmouth in the EFL Cup last weekend showed that the Hammers are ready to play.
Meanwhile, Burnley is entering their first campaign with Nicky Hayen at the helm, ushering in a new era for the club. While some key players departed from Turf Moor during the transfer window, some fresh faces are still expected to arrive in the coming weeks. After failing to win any preseason fixtures, Burnley could benefit from a victory at home.
Both of these clubs are looking to make a quick return to the Premier League after being relegated last season.
#sporting
Two Championship-title favorites will go head-to-head Sunday to kick off their second-tier campaigns — get ready for Burnley vs. West Ham.
Even after selling top talents Mateus Fernandes and Crysencio Summerville in the offseason, West Ham are still favored to lift the trophy next spring. Joel Veltman and Manor Soloman are reassuring additions though, and a 3-1 victory over Portsmouth in the EFL Cup last weekend showed that the Hammers are ready to play.
Meanwhile, Burnley is entering their first campaign with Nicky Hayen at the helm, ushering in a new era for the club. While some key players departed from Turf Moor during the transfer window, some fresh faces are still expected to arrive in the coming weeks. After failing to win any preseason fixtures, Burnley could benefit from a victory at home.
Both of these clubs are looking to make a quick return to the Premier League after being relegated last season.
#sporting
3 months ago
West Ham have signed Belgium international midfielder Arne Engels from Scottish champions Celtic for a club-record Championship fee of £22 million.
The 22-year-old has agreed a five-year contract, with West Ham holding an option for a further year. The deal surpasses the previous EFL Championship transfer record of £17.5 million, paid by Ipswich Town for Norway forward Sindre Walle Egeli last year.
Engels made exactly 100 appearances for Celtic, scoring 17 goals and providing 23 **** ists. During his two seasons in Scotland, he won back-to-back Premiership **** les and recorded 39 direct goal involvements.
A creative midfielder and set-piece specialist, Engels began his career at Club Brugge before spending 18 months with German Bundesliga side Augsburg. He has also earned four caps for Belgium.
His arrival is West Ham's fourth signing of the summer, following Keiber Lamadrid, Joel Veltman and Manor Solomon.
#engels #Belgium
The 22-year-old has agreed a five-year contract, with West Ham holding an option for a further year. The deal surpasses the previous EFL Championship transfer record of £17.5 million, paid by Ipswich Town for Norway forward Sindre Walle Egeli last year.
Engels made exactly 100 appearances for Celtic, scoring 17 goals and providing 23 **** ists. During his two seasons in Scotland, he won back-to-back Premiership **** les and recorded 39 direct goal involvements.
A creative midfielder and set-piece specialist, Engels began his career at Club Brugge before spending 18 months with German Bundesliga side Augsburg. He has also earned four caps for Belgium.
His arrival is West Ham's fourth signing of the summer, following Keiber Lamadrid, Joel Veltman and Manor Solomon.
#engels #Belgium
3 months ago
Editor's note: Apologies for the lateness of this piece – a combination of time zones, alarm clocks, and other commitments conspired to ensure I would miss the match and take some time to write it up!
Tottenham Hotspur's final weekend before the kick-off of the 2026/27 Premier League season began with a solid 3-0 preseason win over Bundesliga side TSG Hoffenheim.
In the first of two matches over the weekend against the German side, Roberto De Zerbi named a strong XI that immediately looked to take the fight to Hoffenheim in front of a buoyant Tottenham Hotspur Stadium crowd. Both sides had chances to score before Richarlison broke the deadlock late in the first half with a smart first-time finish from the penalty spot. The second half, however, was all about Mikey Moore as he scored a double, ******* isted on both by Mathys Tel.
Here are my top ten talking points from Spurs' friendly against TSG Hoffenheim.
Roberto De Zerbi has been reasonably consistent with his selections, naming similar starting XIs for the last couple of matches, with the only changes due to injury or unavailability (such as Manor Solomon's transfer to West Ham United). As such, it's reasonable to ******* ume the lineup in this match was not worlds away from what we might see against Brentford.
#match
Tottenham Hotspur's final weekend before the kick-off of the 2026/27 Premier League season began with a solid 3-0 preseason win over Bundesliga side TSG Hoffenheim.
In the first of two matches over the weekend against the German side, Roberto De Zerbi named a strong XI that immediately looked to take the fight to Hoffenheim in front of a buoyant Tottenham Hotspur Stadium crowd. Both sides had chances to score before Richarlison broke the deadlock late in the first half with a smart first-time finish from the penalty spot. The second half, however, was all about Mikey Moore as he scored a double, ******* isted on both by Mathys Tel.
Here are my top ten talking points from Spurs' friendly against TSG Hoffenheim.
Roberto De Zerbi has been reasonably consistent with his selections, naming similar starting XIs for the last couple of matches, with the only changes due to injury or unavailability (such as Manor Solomon's transfer to West Ham United). As such, it's reasonable to ******* ume the lineup in this match was not worlds away from what we might see against Brentford.
#match
3 months ago
The news has been pointing this direction for a while now, but finally we get the most solid reporting yet that Manor Solmon is leaving Tottenham Hotspur. Fabrizio Romano (sigh) tweeted this afternoon that full agreement has been reached between Tottenham and West Ham, and Solomon will be heading across town to play football in the Championship next season. The deal is a permanent one.
I'll say again that £5m + £2m in add-ons is a fire-sale price for a player like Manor who has already proven that he can do well in the second division. That said, Solomon has proven himself to be a divisive — there I go using that word again — player who has been pretty much shut out by Spurs' last three managers, including Roberto De Zerbi who actually managed him at Shakhtar Donetsk from where he was signed three years ago. That tells me a lot. Clearly Spurs' priorities were more finding him a new club and less making any sort of substantial profit on his sale.
I won't belabor this and anyway I'm not opening the comments for this or any future Solomon article because honestly I'm just sick to death of the guy and am glad I no longer really have to write about him or moderate any more comment sections that discuss him. He was here, he didn't do much, and now he's nearly gone.
I will say that Solomon feels like a really weird fit for a club like West Ham considering their fans' past, y'know, conduct towards Tottenham Hotspur. A cursory social media search suggests this isn't the most popular signing with that lot. I do really, honestly hope that it doesn't turn out to be as bad a situation as I think it potentially could be, and that's all I'm going to say about that.
But Solomon is a tested and proven attacker at West Ham's current level and I have no doubt he'll do well there. Honestly, for what it's worth I'm just glad it's (almost) finally over.
#TOTTENHAM #west #really
I'll say again that £5m + £2m in add-ons is a fire-sale price for a player like Manor who has already proven that he can do well in the second division. That said, Solomon has proven himself to be a divisive — there I go using that word again — player who has been pretty much shut out by Spurs' last three managers, including Roberto De Zerbi who actually managed him at Shakhtar Donetsk from where he was signed three years ago. That tells me a lot. Clearly Spurs' priorities were more finding him a new club and less making any sort of substantial profit on his sale.
I won't belabor this and anyway I'm not opening the comments for this or any future Solomon article because honestly I'm just sick to death of the guy and am glad I no longer really have to write about him or moderate any more comment sections that discuss him. He was here, he didn't do much, and now he's nearly gone.
I will say that Solomon feels like a really weird fit for a club like West Ham considering their fans' past, y'know, conduct towards Tottenham Hotspur. A cursory social media search suggests this isn't the most popular signing with that lot. I do really, honestly hope that it doesn't turn out to be as bad a situation as I think it potentially could be, and that's all I'm going to say about that.
But Solomon is a tested and proven attacker at West Ham's current level and I have no doubt he'll do well there. Honestly, for what it's worth I'm just glad it's (almost) finally over.
#TOTTENHAM #west #really
3 months ago
West Ham United have agreed a deal to sign Tottenham Hotspur's Manor Solomon, with the forward set to undergo his medical on Sunday, per Fabrizion Romano.
The Hammers will pay £5 million up front for the Israel international (48 caps), with another £2m in add-ons after lengthy negotiations.
Tottenham have approved the move, while Solomon is expected to sign a three-year contract with West Ham, with an option to extend his stay until June 2030.
West Ham continue to **** emble a squad capable of securing an immediate return to the Premier League after their first relegation to the Championship in 14 years.
The Hammers have been keen to add more proven attacking quality to their ranks, and Solomon's experience across several leagues made him an attractive option.
#TOTTENHAM #sign #united #manor
The Hammers will pay £5 million up front for the Israel international (48 caps), with another £2m in add-ons after lengthy negotiations.
Tottenham have approved the move, while Solomon is expected to sign a three-year contract with West Ham, with an option to extend his stay until June 2030.
West Ham continue to **** emble a squad capable of securing an immediate return to the Premier League after their first relegation to the Championship in 14 years.
The Hammers have been keen to add more proven attacking quality to their ranks, and Solomon's experience across several leagues made him an attractive option.
#TOTTENHAM #sign #united #manor
3 months ago
Nobody expected one of the most impressive guys of Tennessee ****** ans camp to be Elic Ayomanor.
The AFC South franchise spent the offseason stacking its receiver room around Cam Ward, using the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Carnell Tate and paying Wan'Dale Robinson $78 million to leave the Giants. Veteran Calvin Ridley is still around too.
Yet through the first two weeks in Nashville, the receiver beat reporters keep pointing to is the second-year pro who finished last season as a role player.
Tennessee ****** ans wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (5) is making a name for himself in training camp.
Jim Wyatt of ****** ans.com wrote that Ayomanor has been one of the biggest stars of camp. The plays back it up. Wyatt logged nine catches for Ayomanor in team periods over the first three practices, and ESPN's Turron Davenport noted a back-shoulder grab from Ward on the sideline. On the first padded day, when the physical mismatch matters most for a bigger receiver, Ayomanor kept winning.
#ayomanor #elic
The AFC South franchise spent the offseason stacking its receiver room around Cam Ward, using the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Carnell Tate and paying Wan'Dale Robinson $78 million to leave the Giants. Veteran Calvin Ridley is still around too.
Yet through the first two weeks in Nashville, the receiver beat reporters keep pointing to is the second-year pro who finished last season as a role player.
Tennessee ****** ans wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (5) is making a name for himself in training camp.
Jim Wyatt of ****** ans.com wrote that Ayomanor has been one of the biggest stars of camp. The plays back it up. Wyatt logged nine catches for Ayomanor in team periods over the first three practices, and ESPN's Turron Davenport noted a back-shoulder grab from Ward on the sideline. On the first padded day, when the physical mismatch matters most for a bigger receiver, Ayomanor kept winning.
#ayomanor #elic
3 months ago
The Tennessee **** ans had a somewhat quiet practice on Thursday ahead of their Friday scrimmage at Nissan Stadium, with the biggest news being the injuries to wide receiver Elic Ayomanor and John Franklin-Myers.
While the lower back issue suffered by Franklin-Myers does not appear to be serious, the team is still evaluating Ayomanor's shoulder. Initial tests showed no stability issues; the training staff is still evaluating it, and an update will likely come Friday.
As is the case in every practice, a few players stood out. Here is a breakdown of some of the players who made an impact today.
Cam Ward had another outstanding day for the **** ans, completing 8-of-11 passes for multiple touchdowns during the team period. The more Ward continues his solid play during the preseason, the better the **** ans' offense could look in the regular season.
Coming off a solid outing on Tuesday, Dike continued to make plays. On Thursday, he pulled in three passes and notched a red zone score on a pass from Mitch Trubisky. With the injury to Elic Ayomanor, the **** ans may need to rely on Dike a bit more over the next few days.
#Titans #franklin #dike
While the lower back issue suffered by Franklin-Myers does not appear to be serious, the team is still evaluating Ayomanor's shoulder. Initial tests showed no stability issues; the training staff is still evaluating it, and an update will likely come Friday.
As is the case in every practice, a few players stood out. Here is a breakdown of some of the players who made an impact today.
Cam Ward had another outstanding day for the **** ans, completing 8-of-11 passes for multiple touchdowns during the team period. The more Ward continues his solid play during the preseason, the better the **** ans' offense could look in the regular season.
Coming off a solid outing on Tuesday, Dike continued to make plays. On Thursday, he pulled in three passes and notched a red zone score on a pass from Mitch Trubisky. With the injury to Elic Ayomanor, the **** ans may need to rely on Dike a bit more over the next few days.
#Titans #franklin #dike
3 months ago
The Tennessee ******* ans were back out there bright and early on Aug. 6, getting in a practice before the following night's fan scrimmage at Nissan Stadium. Here's a few thoughts from the sideline:
Second-year receiver Elic Ayomanor has been one of the clear standouts of the early days of ******* ans training camp.
So, of course, Ayomanor was injured during a red-zone drill, going for a pass in the corner of the end zone between the coverage of Alontae Taylor and an arriving Kevin Winston Jr.
Ayomanor appeared to be knocked to the ground by Winston and hurt his shoulder. ******* ans coach Robert Saleh said afterward that the shoulder "feels stable" but there was more the team needed to check. Saleh didn't fault the physicality of a "bang, bang" play and complemented Winston for his "range" in getting there. (Winston ended up with the ball in his hands. He intercepted the pass, but evidently he hadn't stayed inbounds).
I did see Winston later walk behind the end zone all the way to the offensive sideline, and I'd presume that he was checking on Ayomanor, his fellow rookie from last season.
#winston #zone #shoulder
Second-year receiver Elic Ayomanor has been one of the clear standouts of the early days of ******* ans training camp.
So, of course, Ayomanor was injured during a red-zone drill, going for a pass in the corner of the end zone between the coverage of Alontae Taylor and an arriving Kevin Winston Jr.
Ayomanor appeared to be knocked to the ground by Winston and hurt his shoulder. ******* ans coach Robert Saleh said afterward that the shoulder "feels stable" but there was more the team needed to check. Saleh didn't fault the physicality of a "bang, bang" play and complemented Winston for his "range" in getting there. (Winston ended up with the ball in his hands. He intercepted the pass, but evidently he hadn't stayed inbounds).
I did see Winston later walk behind the end zone all the way to the offensive sideline, and I'd presume that he was checking on Ayomanor, his fellow rookie from last season.
#winston #zone #shoulder
3 months ago
Elic Ayomanor has shined in the opening two weeks of Tennessee ****** ans training camp.
However, Ayomanor suffered an injury on Aug. 6, a day before the team's scrimmage at Nissan Stadium.
Ayomanor injured his left shoulder during a red zone drill after Ayomanor caught a pass from QB Cam Ward.
Kevin Winston Jr. came across and hit the wide receiver, knocking the ball out leading to the injury. Ayomanor walked off with trainers.
Winston later came over to the offensive side to check on his status, but Ayomanor was already gone.
#elic #Titans #however
However, Ayomanor suffered an injury on Aug. 6, a day before the team's scrimmage at Nissan Stadium.
Ayomanor injured his left shoulder during a red zone drill after Ayomanor caught a pass from QB Cam Ward.
Kevin Winston Jr. came across and hit the wide receiver, knocking the ball out leading to the injury. Ayomanor walked off with trainers.
Winston later came over to the offensive side to check on his status, but Ayomanor was already gone.
#elic #Titans #however
3 months ago
Former West Ham United attacker Pablo Fornals dedicated a goal to the Hammers yesterday after helping Real Betis beat **** nal in a pre-season friendly. The La Liga club ran out 3-1 winners over the Gunners, and Fornals was the star of the game, **** isting twice before scoring the last goal of the game. The former Hammers star put up the crossed irons with his arms as he celebrated the goal, and West Ham fans were delighted with his gesture. The 30-year-old spent four and a half seasons at the London Stadium club before returning to Spain in February 2024.
Fornals bagged 23 goals and 19 **** ists in 203 games for the Hammers, and things could have been different for manager Nuno Espirito Santo's side if they had such a player within their ranks last season.
West Ham will now look to start life in the Championship on an impressive note as they eye an immediate return to the Premier League.
They have yet to make any new signings this summer but are in negotiations with Tottenham Hotspur for the permanent transfer of Manor Solomon.
#fornals #hammers #club #last
Fornals bagged 23 goals and 19 **** ists in 203 games for the Hammers, and things could have been different for manager Nuno Espirito Santo's side if they had such a player within their ranks last season.
West Ham will now look to start life in the Championship on an impressive note as they eye an immediate return to the Premier League.
They have yet to make any new signings this summer but are in negotiations with Tottenham Hotspur for the permanent transfer of Manor Solomon.
#fornals #hammers #club #last
3 months ago
Hull City are among the clubs tracking Manor Solomon as Tottenham continue to reshape their squad before the Premier League season begins. According to I News, Spurs still expect several departures in the closing stages of the window, and Solomon is one of the names moving towards the front of that queue.
The 27-year-old has had pre-season minutes under Roberto De Zerbi, yet the wider picture appears clear. He is not part of the plans for 2026-27 and Tottenham are open to a deal. West Ham are described as the current frontrunners, although Hull City have registered interest and are watching developments closely.
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Tottenham's valuation is around £20m, with early bids potentially landing anywhere between £10m and £20m. That range leaves room for movement and makes this one worth following, especially for Championship clubs ******* sing whether there is a structure that could work.
Solomon joined Spurs on a free transfer from Fulham in 2023 but has struggled to establish himself in north London. He has made only five senior appearances for the club and has since taken in loan spells at Leeds United, Villarreal and Fiorentina. There were moments when a route back looked possible, but another temporary exit followed and the expectation now is for a permanent move.
#league
The 27-year-old has had pre-season minutes under Roberto De Zerbi, yet the wider picture appears clear. He is not part of the plans for 2026-27 and Tottenham are open to a deal. West Ham are described as the current frontrunners, although Hull City have registered interest and are watching developments closely.
Photo IMAGO
Tottenham's valuation is around £20m, with early bids potentially landing anywhere between £10m and £20m. That range leaves room for movement and makes this one worth following, especially for Championship clubs ******* sing whether there is a structure that could work.
Solomon joined Spurs on a free transfer from Fulham in 2023 but has struggled to establish himself in north London. He has made only five senior appearances for the club and has since taken in loan spells at Leeds United, Villarreal and Fiorentina. There were moments when a route back looked possible, but another temporary exit followed and the expectation now is for a permanent move.
#league
3 months ago
The Tennessee ****** ans took to the field on Tuesday, and tempers boiled over and a punch was thrown, leading to Jeffery Simmons being ejected from practice.
The offense and defense had some spirited competition, but the defense won the day, as the uneven offense sputtered throughout the morning. Even though Cam Ward hit the highlights with a long touchdown to Carnell Tate, his inaccuracies early set the tone.
The intensity was up, and so was the competition, and a few players stood out. Here is a breakdown of some of the players who made an impact today.
Not only did Williams pull in a one-handed interception off Mitch Trubisky, but he also broke up another pass attempt and was all over the field. Williams is clearly battling with Elic Ayomanor for having the best camp, and has to maintain that consistency.
Taylor did give up the big completion to Tate, but other than that was physical and outstanding. The ****** ans are counting on Taylor to help solidify the secondary, and he and Cor'Dale Flott are both showing up.
#williams #field #Competition
The offense and defense had some spirited competition, but the defense won the day, as the uneven offense sputtered throughout the morning. Even though Cam Ward hit the highlights with a long touchdown to Carnell Tate, his inaccuracies early set the tone.
The intensity was up, and so was the competition, and a few players stood out. Here is a breakdown of some of the players who made an impact today.
Not only did Williams pull in a one-handed interception off Mitch Trubisky, but he also broke up another pass attempt and was all over the field. Williams is clearly battling with Elic Ayomanor for having the best camp, and has to maintain that consistency.
Taylor did give up the big completion to Tate, but other than that was physical and outstanding. The ****** ans are counting on Taylor to help solidify the secondary, and he and Cor'Dale Flott are both showing up.
#williams #field #Competition
3 months ago
The Tennessee ****** ans entered training camp with plenty of attention focused on first-round pick Carnell Tate and free agent signee Wan'Dale Robinson. Along with the return of Calvin Ridley, the ****** ans have a new starting core of wide receivers. However, another wide receiver has quietly become one of the biggest stories of camp in Elic Ayomanor.
The second-year receiver has consistently turned heads throughout the first week of training camp, and his performance recently earned praise from ESPN's Turron Davenport as the biggest standout. As Tennessee's receiver competition heats up, Ayomanor is making a strong case that he deserves to be a significant part of the offense in 2026.
For a player looking to establish himself in Brian Daboll's new system, it's been an ideal start.
Ayomanor spent a lot of his rookie season last year as the ****** ans' de facto WR1, after injuries limited Ridley to only seven games played. The former 2025 fourth-round pick finished the season as the team's leader in receiving yards (515) and touchdowns (4) from the wide receiver position.
Despite that, the ****** ans added Carnell Tate with the number four overall pick to pair with the veterans Calvin Ridley and Wan'Dale Robinson, who both have experience in new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll's offense. So, that relegates Ayomanor to WR4, which isn't a slight, and it appears he hasn't taken it that way.
#ridley #pick
The second-year receiver has consistently turned heads throughout the first week of training camp, and his performance recently earned praise from ESPN's Turron Davenport as the biggest standout. As Tennessee's receiver competition heats up, Ayomanor is making a strong case that he deserves to be a significant part of the offense in 2026.
For a player looking to establish himself in Brian Daboll's new system, it's been an ideal start.
Ayomanor spent a lot of his rookie season last year as the ****** ans' de facto WR1, after injuries limited Ridley to only seven games played. The former 2025 fourth-round pick finished the season as the team's leader in receiving yards (515) and touchdowns (4) from the wide receiver position.
Despite that, the ****** ans added Carnell Tate with the number four overall pick to pair with the veterans Calvin Ridley and Wan'Dale Robinson, who both have experience in new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll's offense. So, that relegates Ayomanor to WR4, which isn't a slight, and it appears he hasn't taken it that way.
#ridley #pick
3 months ago
West Ham are negotiating a deal with Tottenham for Israeli winger Manor Solomon, 27, who spent last season on loan at Villarreal and Fiorentina. (The Athletic - subscription required)
The Hammers are also interested in former Spurs striker Troy Parrott, 24, after the Republic of Ireland international scored 16 league goals in 28 games for Dutch Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar last season. (Sky Sports)
West Ham have had a second bid for versatile Belgian Arne Engels, 22, rejected by Scottish giants Celtic. (Florian Plettenberg, Sky Sports Germany)
For more EFL transfer rumours, read Tuesday's full gossip column here.
Don't forget to tap the 'follow' ******* on at the top of this page to stay up to date with your club's latest news.
#sports #villarreal
The Hammers are also interested in former Spurs striker Troy Parrott, 24, after the Republic of Ireland international scored 16 league goals in 28 games for Dutch Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar last season. (Sky Sports)
West Ham have had a second bid for versatile Belgian Arne Engels, 22, rejected by Scottish giants Celtic. (Florian Plettenberg, Sky Sports Germany)
For more EFL transfer rumours, read Tuesday's full gossip column here.
Don't forget to tap the 'follow' ******* on at the top of this page to stay up to date with your club's latest news.
#sports #villarreal
3 months ago
Calvin Ridley took a pay cut to remain with the **** ans this offseason, but it wasn't because he thinks he's lost the ability that made him an offensive threat in past seasons.
Ridley only played seven games before he fractured his fibula last season and he had 17 catches in those games, which had him on track for his least productive full season since entering the NFL. Ridley said over the weekend that neither those results nor the injury have left him questioning if he can keep pace.
"Hell yeah," Ridley said, via the team's website. "[I] can still beat all of them, still as fast as all of them. . . . If I stay healthy, I am going to be a good player on this team. I am going to contribute on this team."
Ridley is the most experienced member of the **** ans' receiving corps and he explained why he's been able to act as a mentor to younger teammates like Carnell Tate, Chimere Dike, and Elic Ayomanor.
"That's because I used to kick **** ," Ridley said. "And I still can."
#going
Ridley only played seven games before he fractured his fibula last season and he had 17 catches in those games, which had him on track for his least productive full season since entering the NFL. Ridley said over the weekend that neither those results nor the injury have left him questioning if he can keep pace.
"Hell yeah," Ridley said, via the team's website. "[I] can still beat all of them, still as fast as all of them. . . . If I stay healthy, I am going to be a good player on this team. I am going to contribute on this team."
Ridley is the most experienced member of the **** ans' receiving corps and he explained why he's been able to act as a mentor to younger teammates like Carnell Tate, Chimere Dike, and Elic Ayomanor.
"That's because I used to kick **** ," Ridley said. "And I still can."
#going
3 months ago
The first week of Tennessee **** ans training camp is in the books, and while it's still early, several players have already begun separating themselves from the pack. Between Robert Saleh's demanding practices, Brian Daboll's new-look offense, and a handful of standout performances, week one provided plenty of reasons for optimism. It also provided a few areas of concern.
Here are the biggest winners and losers after the **** ans' first three practices of training camp.
It's hard to ask for a better start to camp for the young wide receivers. Tate has consistently been one of Cam Ward's favorite targets throughout offseason training, making contested catches and finding the end zone in red-zone drills. He has looked every bit like the impact receiver Tennessee hoped it drafted with the fourth overall pick.
Second-year wideout Elic Ayomanor arguably made the best catches of the day in each of their final two practices of the week. He might have fallen in the depth chart this season, but his impact is destined to be bigger following a promising rookie season.
Jeffery Simmons continues to dominate, while newcomers John Franklin-Myers and Jermaine Johnson have helped generate consistent pressure. Robert Saleh's defensive philosophy is already showing up with an aggressive front that has disrupted the offense throughout the week.
#practices #robert
Here are the biggest winners and losers after the **** ans' first three practices of training camp.
It's hard to ask for a better start to camp for the young wide receivers. Tate has consistently been one of Cam Ward's favorite targets throughout offseason training, making contested catches and finding the end zone in red-zone drills. He has looked every bit like the impact receiver Tennessee hoped it drafted with the fourth overall pick.
Second-year wideout Elic Ayomanor arguably made the best catches of the day in each of their final two practices of the week. He might have fallen in the depth chart this season, but his impact is destined to be bigger following a promising rookie season.
Jeffery Simmons continues to dominate, while newcomers John Franklin-Myers and Jermaine Johnson have helped generate consistent pressure. Robert Saleh's defensive philosophy is already showing up with an aggressive front that has disrupted the offense throughout the week.
#practices #robert
3 months ago
Through the first four days of training camp practices, the Tennessee ***** ans have seen some ups and downs, as well as solid growth from several players. This is a revelation for a team that is counting on many young players to develop into consistent impact players during its rebuild.
Every year there is at least one player who comes out of nowhere and makes a name for himself. In the early days of camp, it appears second-year wideout Elic Ayomanor has taken a massive step forward, and players such as rookie Anthony Hill and second-year edge Femi Oladejo are flashing. But as of now, rookie tight end Jaren Kanak would be widely considered the biggest surprise of camp so far.
This begs the question: who was the ***** ans' biggest training camp riser of all-time? ESPN reporter Turron Davenport weighs in with his choice, an unknown wide receiver.
Tennessee ***** ans - WR Marc Mariani
Mariani entered camp as a seventh-round draft pick in 2010. Although he was buried at the bottom of the wide receiver depth chart, he earned a roster spot as a returner. In Week 4 of his rookie season, he returned a kickoff 98 yards for a touchdown. Then in Week 11, he had an 87-yard punt return for a touchdown.
#camp #days
Every year there is at least one player who comes out of nowhere and makes a name for himself. In the early days of camp, it appears second-year wideout Elic Ayomanor has taken a massive step forward, and players such as rookie Anthony Hill and second-year edge Femi Oladejo are flashing. But as of now, rookie tight end Jaren Kanak would be widely considered the biggest surprise of camp so far.
This begs the question: who was the ***** ans' biggest training camp riser of all-time? ESPN reporter Turron Davenport weighs in with his choice, an unknown wide receiver.
Tennessee ***** ans - WR Marc Mariani
Mariani entered camp as a seventh-round draft pick in 2010. Although he was buried at the bottom of the wide receiver depth chart, he earned a roster spot as a returner. In Week 4 of his rookie season, he returned a kickoff 98 yards for a touchdown. Then in Week 11, he had an 87-yard punt return for a touchdown.
#camp #days
3 months ago
The Tennessee ******* ans wrapped their first week of training camp with a spirited open practice for the fans to enjoy.
Afterward, veteran wide receiver Calvin Ridley met with the media and broke down his illness, his evaluation of Carnell Tate, and a reason why he took a pay cut to return to the ******* ans. He even offered up his thoughts on the receiving room after the additions of Tate and Wan'Dale Robinson, and it sounds like he is impressed.
Calvin Ridley said this is one of the deepest WR rooms he’s ever been in. Titans pic.twitter.com/Mn1E7jbOxc
"This is one of the deepest rooms I've been in. Like three, four, five, six, or seven guys." Ridley said, "Thing is, we're really deep. If we do what we've got to get on the same page as our quarterback, push."
Tennessee made some significant changes in their receiver room during the offseason to add some weaponry around Cam Ward. Couple that with some impressive growth from second-year receivers Chimere Dike and Elic Ayomanor, and the receiving corps looks completely different than it did in 2025.
#Titans #receiver #deepest
Afterward, veteran wide receiver Calvin Ridley met with the media and broke down his illness, his evaluation of Carnell Tate, and a reason why he took a pay cut to return to the ******* ans. He even offered up his thoughts on the receiving room after the additions of Tate and Wan'Dale Robinson, and it sounds like he is impressed.
Calvin Ridley said this is one of the deepest WR rooms he’s ever been in. Titans pic.twitter.com/Mn1E7jbOxc
"This is one of the deepest rooms I've been in. Like three, four, five, six, or seven guys." Ridley said, "Thing is, we're really deep. If we do what we've got to get on the same page as our quarterback, push."
Tennessee made some significant changes in their receiver room during the offseason to add some weaponry around Cam Ward. Couple that with some impressive growth from second-year receivers Chimere Dike and Elic Ayomanor, and the receiving corps looks completely different than it did in 2025.
#Titans #receiver #deepest
4 months ago
Dorinda Medley is selling a rare 3.689-acre parcel of her iconic Blue Stone Manor estate in the Berkshires for $1.2 million
The RHONY alum and Golden Life star tells PEOPLE she decided to list the Massachusetts parcel while planning her estate and thinking about daughter Hannah's future
Medley also reflects on Blue Stone Manor's lasting Bravo legacy, her late husband Richard's surprise purchase of the home and the millions they spent restoring it
Blue Stone Manor has long been one of the most famous homes in the Bravo universe. Now, for the first time, one lucky buyer will have the chance to become part of it.
PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that Dorinda Medley is selling just under 3.7 acres from her famed Great Barrington, Mass., estate for $1.2 million — a rare opportunity that will allow a buyer to build a home on land that's long been part of the iconic property, with the Real Housewives of New York City alum's beloved Tudor mansion serving as its backdrop.
#stone #dorinda #people
The RHONY alum and Golden Life star tells PEOPLE she decided to list the Massachusetts parcel while planning her estate and thinking about daughter Hannah's future
Medley also reflects on Blue Stone Manor's lasting Bravo legacy, her late husband Richard's surprise purchase of the home and the millions they spent restoring it
Blue Stone Manor has long been one of the most famous homes in the Bravo universe. Now, for the first time, one lucky buyer will have the chance to become part of it.
PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that Dorinda Medley is selling just under 3.7 acres from her famed Great Barrington, Mass., estate for $1.2 million — a rare opportunity that will allow a buyer to build a home on land that's long been part of the iconic property, with the Real Housewives of New York City alum's beloved Tudor mansion serving as its backdrop.
#stone #dorinda #people
