Joe Mazzulla declares Payton Pritchard will be key to Jayson Tatum-led Celtics' success originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
When you lose a key player in the offseason, the question remains: who fills that production hole? The Boston Celtics do not seem to worry about this conundrum at all. With Jaylen Brown gone, they have filled all the gaps by committee. Hugo Gonzalez and Baylor Scheierman get to play both ends with hustle. Paul George still has that fringe NBA All-Star quality and can shoot the lights out. However, Coach Joe Mazzulla is looking at a key player. It's none other than Payton Pritchard. The Celtics head coach has all the belief in their guard and even noted specific traits that will make him helpful to the squad led by Jayson Tatum.
For a long time, a few monoliths have described Payton Pritchard. He's been seen as the Celtics' offensive spark plug, or the guy you give the ball to in the clutch. Now, he will be up for bigger roles in Coach Joe Mazzulla's system due to the Jaylen Brown trade.
There are obviously a lot of doubts about Pritchard. Much of it stems from the fact that he's an undersized guard and the running belief that he could be a defensive liability. Coach Mazzulla does not think that way at all. In fact, the Celtics head honcho outlined what made their veteran guard special. Those same traits could also make a big difference on a team centered around Jayson Tatum, according to Jay King of The Athletic.
"He just plays with a chip on his shoulder, but doesn't have an ego. And I think that's a balance that's difficult for people to be able to have. Like, if you tell him he's starting, if you tell him he's coming off the bench, if you tell him he's playing 20 (minutes), if you tell him he's playing 30, the chip on his shoulder never changes. He doesn't need the affirmation to be an elite competitor. And so I think a coach that gives you the freedom to just do what makes the most sense at that particular time," the Celtics head coach declared.

#payton #tatum #guard

Prince William has reportedly unknowingly imbibed his wife Kate Middleton's traits, even in her absence. The Prince of Wales seemingly echoed his wife's mannerisms during his solo visit to Somerset through spontaneous actions. Notably, the Waleses are focusing on their royal engagements amid Prince Harry's return and Charles Spencer's book drama, seemingly choosing not to react to the ongoing controversies.
Prince William reportedly appeared to emulate one of Kate Middleton's physical gestures during his solo visit to Somerset. As per The Royal Observer, the Waleses have always maintained a united front and have indulged in subtle, romantic gestures to showcase their sweet bond.
William's recent solo appearance at Somerset also seemingly confirms that he has subconsciously started mirroring Kate's expressions. During his trip, he visited the Town Football Club and interacted with senior citizens, fans, and kids at a local cafe. He rounded the trip with a visit to the fire station. While Kate wasn't there, her presence was strongly felt through William's actions. He seemingly made the same hand gestures as the Princess of Wales does when talking.
As per the outlet, the future queen is known for being a social and affable person. Not only that, her hand gestures and animated mannerisms are almost her trademark style. The prince made similar hand gestures during emergency scenarios with volunteers and young kids.
Not only that, as per the outlet, he had exciting conversations with children and even indulged them with high-fives. Fans have often viewed Middleton as a people person.

#somerset #solo

Kim Kardashian attended Night of the Jack in Calabasas over the weekend
The Halloween attraction also featured pumpkins carved with portraits of famous couples, including Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet, Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton and Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker
Jenner and Chalamet made their red carpet debut in Rome in May 2025
Kim Kardashian is enjoying the spookiest time of the year.
The multi-hyphenate, 45, shared videos and photos from her time at Night of the Jack: Immersive Halloween Experience in Calabasas, Calif., on Sunday, Oct. 4.

#time #timoth

Michael J. Fox's son Sam has shared a beautiful glimpse of his wedding to Molly Milstein, with romantic photographs showing the couple posing against an autumnal backdrop.
The 37-year-old, who is the eldest child of the Back to the Future actor and his wife Tracy Pollan, appeared alongside his bride in two outdoor portraits.
Molly wore a strapless white gown with a fitted bodice and a full, layered skirt that swept across the ground. Her brunette hair was pinned into an elegant updo, leaving her shoulders bare.
Sam complemented his wife in a black tuxedo, white shirt and bow tie, finishing his outfit with a small boutonnière and dark-framed glasses.
Sam with Molly on their wedding day (@ Instagram)

#michael #future

A pair of New York City newlyweds were in the middle of their wedding portraits when their photo shoot suddenly picked up an unexpected guest, Mariska Hargitay, still dressed as Capt. Olivia Benson.
The Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star was filming nearby on October 1 when she spotted the unidentified bride and groom outside the New York County Supreme Court in Manhattan. Hargitay stepped away from the set and ran toward the couple before joining them for several photographs.
Photographer José Pérez captured her approach on video and shared the encounter on Instagram later that day. PEOPLE reported that Hargitay slipped into the portrait session while the couple was still facing the camera, smiling beside them and enthusiastically pointing toward the newlyweds.
Hargitay was wearing Benson's wardrobe while SVU films its upcoming 28th season, giving the couple a wedding photograph with the show's longtime captain less than a week before the series returns to NBC.
Pérez's footage shows Hargitay running up behind the couple while they continue posing, apparently unaware that she is about to enter the frame.

#york #wedding #capt

To summarize my investment approach, I prefer to buy companies with long histories of dividend increases and historically high yields. Those two traits don't come around all that often, and sometimes I find clusters of stocks in specific sectors. I need to think specifically about diversification, one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce risk. Here's how I've done it as I've built my portfolio of around 34 investments.
The Motley Fool recommends that investors own 50 stocks. That's a perfectly fine number, but also a lot of work. And just owning 50 stocks doesn't actually mean you are diversified. You could own 50 technology stocks, for example, which would leave you with exposure to just a single sector. That's not diversification. Diversification is really about owning a reasonable number of investments across a wide range of sectors and ****** et classes.
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My first step toward diversification was to take an honest look at what I want to achieve and what I'm capable of. My goal is a mixture of income and capital appreciation. I am fairly confident in my ability to select dividend stocks, though every investor makes mistakes from time to time, and I know I can only juggle so many stocks at once. In other words, 50 stocks are too many for me, so a core part of my diversification strategy is to outsource some of my work.
For example, I own two Baron mutual funds to gain exposure to growth stocks and smaller companies. I own several closed-end funds: one focused on healthcare stocks with an option income overlay, one investing in convertible securities, and one with a broadly diversified dividend portfolio. And I own three exchange-traded funds: one with an option income focus and two that use very different screening approaches to pick dividend stocks.

#Diversification #funds

NEW DELHI: Social media has found a fun new way to bring the 1980s back, with AI turning modern-day pictures into vintage portraits. The trend has now reached the Indian cricket team, with several players enjoying a hilarious surprise ahead of their T20I series against Afghanistan in Delhi.
Two days before the series, the Indian players gathered at their hotel for a photo session. But before it began, they found a table filled with AI-generated pictures of themselves.

The portraits, featured in a video shared by the BCCI, showed the players in classic 1980s looks, complete with bell-bottom jeans, big sunglasses and retro hairstyles.

India allrounder Axar Patel and Abhishek Sharma picked up the portraits and burst out laughing as they showed them to their teammates. Jasprit ****** rah also joined in the fun.

Sanju Samson, Washington Sundar, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube checked out their retro pictures and appeared amused by their new 1980s avatars.
Ishan Kishan, who recently led East Zone to Duleep Trophy glory, fully embraced the retro look. He held up his AI-generated picture, sang and posed for the camera as his teammates enjoyed the moment.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yash Thakur and Ravi Bishnoi also broke into smiles after seeing their 1980s avatars.
India and Afghanistan will face each other in a three-match T20I series, starting Sunday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

The second and third T20Is will be played on Tuesday and Thursday at the same venue.

#portraits

INDIAN RIVER — Back and forth all night.
Four quarters wasn't enough to settle a Bridge Alliance Straits Division 8-player football showdown between Inland Lakes and Rudyard on Friday, Sept. 11.
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#cheboygan #week #river

With a market cap of $56.5 billion, Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) is an agriculture company, serving markets across North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company operates through two main segments: Seed and Crop Protection, developing advanced seed genetics, traits, and crop protection products to help improve farm productivity and resilience.
Companies worth more than $10 billion are generally labeled as "large-cap" stocks and Corteva fits this criterion perfectly. It also provides herbicides, insecticides, nitrogen stabilizers, and digital farming solutions that support farmers in optimizing crop yield and profitability.
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#protection #billion #company

Willie Lampkin projects as a backup center for the Philadelphia Eagles, but special teams could provide the rookie with another path onto the active game-day roster.
Special teams coordinator Michael Clay believes Lampkin's unique size, strength, and movement skills make him an appealing option for several units. The former North Carolina standout is undersized by traditional NFL offensive line standards, but his compact build allows him to play with natural leverage.
Those traits could translate to field-goal protection and other blocking responsibilities. Lampkin must first earn a spot among Philadelphia's active players on Sundays. NFL teams generally carry only a limited number of reserve offensive linemen on game day, and those backups must provide flexibility beyond one position. Cam Jurgens is established as the starting center, while rookie Drew Kendall also provides depth inside. Lampkin's ability to handle center duties and contribute on special teams would give the coaching staff another reason to dress him.
Philadelphia has previously found special teams responsibilities for reserve linemen, particularly players with the athleticism to move in ***** e and the strength to handle power rushers.
Lampkin's size will remain part of the evaluation, but Clay sees potential value rather than only a limitation. If the rookie can become dependable in the kicking game, he could strengthen his chances of remaining active while continuing his development as an interior offensive lineman.

#center #philadelphia

Long before Queen Elizabeth became Britain's longest-reigning monarch, she was a young princess whose future changed dramatically with one royal abdication.
Born in 1926, Elizabeth was not initially expected to inherit the throne. That changed in 1936, when her uncle, King Edward VIII, abdicated and her father became King George VI.
The years that followed saw Elizabeth serve during World War II, marry Prince Philip and welcome their first two children, King Charles and Princess Anne. She became Queen in 1952 following her father's early death at age 56.
During her 70-year reign, Elizabeth welcomed two more children, the former Prince Andrew and Prince Edward, and witnessed decades of change within the monarchy and around the world. She died four years ago on Sept. 8, 2022, at age 96, bringing Britain's longest royal reign to a close.
From official portraits to candid childhood moments, here's a look back at Queen Elizabeth's life before she wore the crown.

#king #changed

The New York Jets didn't draft David Bailey third overall to be a developmental player, he was drafted him to make an immediate impact. ESPN believes that's exactly what's about to happen.
In ESPN's 2026 rookie season guide, it is projected that Bailey will finish as the NFL's rookie sack leader. ESPN forecasted eight sacks for the Jets' edge rusher, placing him ahead of Tampa Bay Buccaneers defender Rueben Bain Jr. (6) and Los Angeles Chargers EDGE Akheem Mesidor (5).
The estimation is another sign of the expectations surrounding Bailey as he prepares for his first NFL season.
The Jets entered the offseason looking for pass-rush help and found it in the former Texas Tech Red Raiders standout. Bailey quickly impressed throughout training camp and the preseason, flashing the explosiveness and athletic traits that made him one of the top prospects in the 2026 draft class.
An eight-sack season would be a significant accomplishment for any rookie pass rusher, especially one expected to play a major role immediately. It would also provide a major boost to a Jets defense looking to rebound after a disappointing 2025 campaign.

#draft

GENAZZANO, Italy (AP) — Pope Leo XIV returned Monday to a sanctuary where he prayed just after his election and revealed a permanent sign of his devotion to the place: a fresco depicting him praying that now adorns an upper cornice of the basilica.
Leo unveiled the portrait before celebrating Mass with his fellow Augustinian brothers at the Sanctuary of Our Mother of Good Counsel in the medieval village of Genazzano south of Rome. He joins a handful of past popes whose visits to the sanctuary were commemorated with portraits that adorn its walls, going back to Pope Urban VIII in 1630.
Leo visited the sanctuary on May 10, 2025, just two days after his election and in his first outing as pope. The former Robert Prevost had been there many times before, since the place has special significance for the pope's Augustinian religious order.
The sanctuary is managed by Augustinian friars and has been a place of pilgrimage since the 15th century. Leo's namesake, Pope Leo XIII, elevated it to a minor basilica and expanded the adjacent convent in the early 1900s.
Leo referred to that 2025 outing during his homily at the basilica Monday, which commemorates the birth of Mary. Leo recalled what he wrote then in the sanctuary's guest book.

#pope #basilica #Monday

Besides the artificial intelligence trade, investors have been obsessed with any macroeconomic news that hits headlines. And it's hard to find a story in recent weeks that captured the market's attention like the U.S surpassing $40 trillion in gross federal debt. By any measure, this is an absolutely mind-boggling number.
The debt balance has expanded by 377% in the past two decades. And it currently represents 123% of the country's total GDP figure. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that it will continue climbing, reaching $64 trillion by 2036.
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Investors had better get used to hearing more about the U.S. national debt problem. Here's what this macro trend means for your portfolio in 2026 and beyond.
The U.S. has the world's largest and most advanced economy, driven by dominance in the technology sector. It controls the global reserve currency in the dollar. And it has the most robust and liquid capital markets. These advantageous traits support the argument that the nation can keep borrowing indefinitely.

#NVIDIA #signal #debt #investors

Victor Wembanyama gets a big shout-out from French UFC fighter Ciryl Gane originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Over the past decade, it has become clear that basketball is one of the biggest sports in the world. The rise of international players is a testament to this because there has not been an American regular-season MVP since James Harden's MVP in 2018.
Players like Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been dominant as non-American players. However, it seems San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is ready to carry the torch moving forward as the best player to come out of France, a country that's well-known for producing some elite athletes.
As the current UFC interim heavyweight champion, Ciryl Gane knows what it's like to succeed. He is, in fact, a two-time holder of that **** le, so he is quite successful in his mixed martial arts career. The orthodox heavyweight striker stands out in the UFC with his natural talent and light feet despite being a 6'4" fighter.
Just like Gane, Wembanyama shares some traits with his fellow Frenchman. Being a giant who can move light on their feet is certainly a good trait to have, but it matters the most in a sport like basketball.

#ciryl #fighter

A versatile and highley rated performer, on paper it seemed to some as if Calvin Palmer's big money move in February 1968 was exactly what Sunderland's struggling squad needed, and yet when he departed two years the later his release felt inevitable – and the man that had brought him was certainly happy to see him go.
Bought by the recently reinstalled Alan Brown, Palmer's issues rarely came down to ability. Although fans felt they never got to see the same all action displays he produced at previous club Stoke City they still recognised his versatility and commitment to winning, particularly during one early appearance when against Stoke he took over from the injured Jimmy Montgomery in goal. It was an example of the type of self-sacrifice Brown would usually appreciate and yet the pair were unable to ever strike up a working relationship, a clash of personalities meaning that the notoriously formidable manager and his unconventional recruit often ***** ed heads.
Palmer would invariably take his football seriously but as a character struggled to acquiesce to Brown's rigid structure and expectations. A squad trip to a cinema the month after signing, during which Palmer decided to leave early, led to Brown disciplining him for a breach of club rules for instance, and once the tone was set a number of other battles followed. By January 1970 Palmer was on the transfer list at his own request, and there was clearly no way back for him.
A court case and subsequent driving ban that month served to emphasise the differences between the player and manager; Palmer had found himself on the wrong side of the law whilst Brown had previously served as a police officer and maintained a strict zero tolerance attitude towards any sort of infringements thereafter. In more modern times it might be sensed that Palmer's nature simply warranted a different approach, but the 'Bomber's' management style never relied on subtlety and in the May he confirmed his decision to cut his losses on the £70,000 fee that had been paid and gave his player a free transfer.
It was presumed that this would be the end of the matter, but Palmer, often accused of being 'outspoken' in those more deferential times, did still intend of having the final word. In August he joined Cape Town City and the following month there was to be a rude awakening for Brown when on this day a national Sunday paper launched a 'warts and all' series detailing from South Africa the views and stories of the now ex Rokerman. Whereas Palmer's seemingly divergent traits would be better understood now it was easy then to tag him as a controversial figure, but even still the new column was quite the exposé, with the account being labelled as an 'explosive' chat with 'football's stormiest rebel'.

#palmer #paper #squad

Second-year safety Zack Harden was the talk of the town for Gophers football in the offseason. He played just 14 defensive snaps last season as a true freshman, but the departure of Koi Perich left a golden opportunity for a young player to ******* ume a bigger role. Harden was getting plenty of hype in the spring and summer, and he showed why on Thursday night against Eastern Illinois.
Harden started at safety alongside Kerry Brown. He played 12 snaps at strong safety, six at slot cornerback and nine at free safety. He produced with four total tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss and three quarterback hurries. Pro Football Focus (PFF) gave him a 79.2 defensive grade, which was the best in Minnesota's secondary.
Sep 3, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Zack Harden (4) celebrates during the second half against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Hailing from Covington, Georgia, Harden was heavily pursued as a high school prospect. He was just a three-star recruit, but he held notable top offers from programs such as Auburn, USC, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, and many more. He was the Gophers' 11th-highest-rated signee in their 22-player class in the 2025 cycle, according to the 247Sports Composite, and he has hit the ground running.
Minnesota has had a long history of producing elite safety talent since P.J. Fleck arrived at the school in 2017. Antoine Winfield Jr., Tyler Nubin, Jordan Howden and Koi Perich have all produced at an elite level. Brown has established himself, but Harden has all the traits to be the next star at the position.

#safety #minnesota #brown

Mike Vrabel Reveals Most Important Drake Maye Change Since Super Bowl originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Drake Maye's physical talent has never been difficult to identify.
The New England Patriots quarterback can attack every part of the field, create outside the pocket and turn a collapsing play into a significant gain. Those traits helped Maye develop into an MVP candidate and carry New England to the Super Bowl last season. Mike Vrabel, however, believes Maye's most important growth has occurred in areas that are much harder to see.
The Patriots head coach was asked Thursday to identify the biggest difference between the quarterback who walked off the field following New England's Super Bowl loss and the one preparing to face the Seattle Seahawks again.
Vrabel's answer focused on three qualities.

#maye #nesn #england #important

Lili Reinhart has yet again left the internet aflame, posing in a vibrant red Valentino dress featuring a massive back cutout. The "Forbidden Fruits" actress is currently busy promoting her upcoming rom-com, "The Love Hypothesis," starring Tom Bateman. She posed in several different outfits for the portraits accompanying her new feature story with ELLE, alongside Bateman.
Lili Reinhart gave Old Hollywood glam vibes in the fiery red floor-length gown from Valentino. The Cady Couture Long Dress featured long, tailored sleeves and a high draped cowl neck wrapped around her collar. The complete coverage at the front offset the dramatic open-back design. The huge V-shaped cutout at the back plunged all the way down to her waist.
This stark, geometric open back added a sultry element to what appeared to be a simple red dress from the front. Furthermore, the fabric draped down to a floor-sweeping length, gathering at the lower back before falling into a graceful, rounded train that pooled around her feet.
The lower half of Reinhart's look was not visible in the photo, as she looked over her shoulder in the shot that captured her from the side for ELLE.
The "American Sweatshop" actress paired the red dress with Valentino Kabarett Earrings in Metal and Crystals. The oval aluminium jewel design was covered with crystals. In addition, pendant tassels composed of crystals and Swarovski pearls fell downwards from the top of the oval structure. The earrings added just the right amount of sparkle to her look, although her hair partially veiled them.

#back #valentino #lili #bateman

Jerry O'Connell has marked a bittersweet parenting milestone as his twin daughters, Charlie and Dolly, prepare for their senior year of high school.
The 52-year-old actor proudly shared the 17-year-olds' official senior portraits on Instagram, and fans could hardly believe how grown up the girls now look.
Both teenagers posed in matching black off-the-shoulder tops for the striking portraits, with Charlie wearing her long brunette hair loose while Dolly showed off her lighter locks and beamed for the camera.
"Senior photos. Goes fast folks," Jerry poignantly captioned the post. The photographs quickly attracted attention from his famous friends, with Kelly Ripa commenting: "Wow! Just stunning," alongside two red heart emojis. Andy Cohen was equally impressed, simply writing: "Beautiful!"
Jerry's twins are all grown up! (@ Instagram)

#senior #charlie #portraits #o 'connell

Jalen Brunson reveals how replicating JJ Barea helped him become a star player originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
For the first few seasons of his career, Jalen Brunson was a backup on the Dallas Mavericks. Given that he played behind Luka Doncic, it was understandable that he had to play that role. While many players would struggle with that kind of role, Brunson took it as a challenge.
He knew he had to learn to play his role because that would make him a better player in the long-term future. That development also helped him develop traits that have helped him become a star player when he joined the New York Knicks in 2022.
The Mavericks have had plenty of good guards over the years. Of course, Doncic is the pinnacle of that position in Dallas, but there were plenty of good backup guards as well. One of them was JJ Barea, the longtime Mavericks guard who shone the most during the 2011 NBA Finals win against the Miami Heat.
Since Barea was considered a Mavs legend by a lot of people, he was seen as the prime example of a backup guard in Dallas. Brunson used him as the foundation of his development, which led to him getting much better as the years went on in Dallas.

#helped

With the NWSL season in full swing, we take a look at several young players who are making their mark on the pitch. From amazing talent with the ball, incredible work-rates, and finishing abilities, these players embody the traits footballers strive for.
As teams try to make their way up the table to secure playoff spots, these players will be instrumental in their teams' success. Here are just six of many great young talents in the NWSL this season.
Melanie Barcenas is THAT player. As a defender, you know what that means. Nothing is more terrifying than being up against her one-on-one. Barcenas' control of the ball when it is at her feet is simply ridiculous. Her goal against Denver earlier this season was absolutely unfair.
One of the young players that has signed with NWSL sides, Barcenas was 15 when she first put pen to paper for San Diego. At 18 now, she is still growing and developing her game. Her talent is off the charts, and she matches it with a fierce energy and the exuberance of youth.
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#nwsl #barcenas #teams #here

Jerry O'Connell is reflecting on how fast his twin daughters have grown up
On Sunday, Aug. 30, the actor and TV show host, 52, shared his 17-year-old daughters Charlie and Dolly's senior portraits on Instagram
O'Connell, who shares his twin daughters with wife Rebecca Romijn
Jerry O'Connell is reflecting on how fast his twin daughters have grown up.
On Sunday, Aug. 30, the actor and TV show host, 52, shared his 17-year-old daughters Charlie and Dolly's senior portraits on Instagram. O'Connell, who shares his twin daughters with wife Rebecca Romijn, reflected on how fast they've grown up in his caption.

#rebecca

The Oklahoma Sooners are less than a week away from beginning their pursuit of another national championship. The Sooners last won a ****** le in 2000, and if they hope to do that this season, they need to get help from the offense.
The Sooners ranked No. 92 in total offense last year. They struggled to establish a run game and protect quarterback John Mateer. That was largely due to starting three freshmen offensive linemen. One of those is former five-star Michael Fasusi, who started at left tackle. He's expected to be the starter again this season.
College football ****** yst Josh Pate is very high on Fasusi, calling him his pick for breakout player for the Sooners.
"The breakout player is Michael Fasusi," Pate said on 'Josh Pate's College Football Show.' "He was pressed into action last year. Had to start at tackle as a true freshman. You don't often talk about offensive linemen as breakout players, but I think he qualifies. He's a guy with Sunday traits. He's had them since he arrived on campus."
More: Will the Oklahoma Sooners' offensive line make the jump?

#breakout

Audrey Hepburn was a legendary actor and humanitarian. But she was also a major fashion and beauty muse who made a huge impact on Hollywood and pop culture, even long after her death. In fact, some of Audrey Hepburn's biggest skincare secrets are still so useful today. What you may not have known, however, is that she has an equally gorgeous and talented granddaughter named Emma Ferrer (full name Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer). Ferrer shares many similar traits with her famous grandmother, including the fact that they both studied ballet and pursued artistic endeavors. However, Ferrer took a different path, pursuing visual arts rather than acting, and she has a sleek signature style all her own.
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Hepburn was often known for wearing cigarette pants, turtlenecks, and flats that were sleek and very trendy at the time. For her more formal looks, Hepburn was often seen in elegant and feminine A-line gowns (though column dresses were also a favorite of hers). Ferrer, though, has played around with more modern styles and doesn't shy away from shorter, form-fitting dresses and strappy heels — quite a departure from her grandmother's wardrobe. The artist has also shared photos of her outfits on Instagram, where she favors casual, menswear-inspired styles (much like Diane Keaton's iconic "Annie Hall" look).
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#getty #however

It's hard to believe the long, insufferable wait for college football is almost over! With Yahoo College Fantasy Football draft season in the home stretch, here are a few league-winning players to make sure you are aware of when studying for your last few drafts.
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The former Elite 11 winner was battling veteran QB Austin Mack for the coveted role as HC Kalen DeBoer starting signal caller, and has now officially secured the starting job. Keep in mind DeBoer's last three quarterbacks were NFL Draft picks, with Michael Penix Jr. and Ty Simpson being selected in the top 13.
I had the opportunity to watch Keelon closely at the Elite 11 Finals, and also spoke with his personal QB coach at length about his traits. Perhaps most importantly, his QB coach said Russell's football mind and ability to process is the most developed he has ever seen out of a high school QB. That's music to my ears, and with Russell locked into the starting job, he is an incredible value considering he's been selected outside the top 20 of P4 quarterbacks up until this point. He's a certifiable steal where he's being drafted and has league-winning upside.
The Freaks List honoree has been in the lab working hard this offseason, as Scott reportedly beefed up to 223 pounds while running a jaw-dropping 4.35s 40-yard dash. NC State plays one of the easiest P4 schedules in the country, dodging ACC heavyweights Clemson, Miami, SMU and Notre Dame (honorary ACC school). He takes over the full starting job from the departed Hollywood Smothers and I expect him to eclipse Smothers' commendable 15.7 fantasy PPG. Scott has sky-scraping upside and should approach the rare pantheon of 20 PPG college fantasy football running backs this season.

#league #scott

The Baltimore Ravens have spent much of training camp evaluating young players competing for larger roles. One who is generating a lot more attention in recent weeks is defensive lineman Aeneas Peebles. The flashes have been difficult to miss. Whether it's disrupting plays in practice, creating pressure in preseason games, or earning praise from his coaches, Peebles has steadily worked his way into the conversation as one of Baltimore's more intriguing depth pieces along the defensive front.
Head coach Jesse Minter recently pointed to the playmaking instincts that keep showing up on tape. Defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver echoed that, offering an even more revealing ****** sment. During a recent conversation with reporters, Weaver was asked about Peebles' development and what he has seen from the young defensive lineman. His answer included a comparison that immediately stood out. It shouldn't be glossed over or taken lightly.
"'Fub' [Aeneas Peebles] to me is all about consistency, and the comparison I have made to him is I coached Kyle Williams in Buffalo."
Williams was one of the NFL's most respected interior defenders during his career. He earned six Pro Bowl selections while becoming a cornerstone of the Buffalo Bills' defense. Weaver isn't claiming Peebles has reached that level yet. What he is saying is that he sees similarities in the traits that made Williams successful. The most interesting part of Weaver's answer wasn't the comparison itself. It was his explanation of what separates flashes from consistent production.
According to the Ravens' defensive coordinator, Williams possessed a complete understanding of his strengths and how to maximize them. Peebles, meanwhile, is still working through that process.

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Texas A&M's loaded 2026 secondary will once again be led by veteran safeties Dalton Brooks and Marcus Ratcliffe, who are nationally considered two of the top defenders with high NFL upside heading into their final season. Brooks, who recorded 62 tackles, 4 sacks, and an interception last season, all career highs, was just named to the Bednarik Award Preseason Watch List.
Going back to his high school playing days, Dalton Brooks is one of the best players to ever come through Shiner, Texas, playing nearly every position, and is similar to former quarterback-turned-safety and now nickelback Bryce Anderson, whose athleticism and football IQ stood out during the recruiting process.
Playing safety is all about athleticism and instincts, requiring sideline-to-sideline coverage skills and open-field tackling to thrive on every down, plus the ability to read the quarterback's eyes pre-snap to get into position to make a play on the ball. Through two seasons as the Aggies' starting free safety, Brooks has continued to improve in coverage, while he needs to be more consistent as a run defender.
Still, Brooks recorded five or more tackles in a game 13 times, including a career-best 12 tackles and a sack during the Aggies' road loss at Texas. Progress is progress, and heading into his senior season, Dalton Brooks possesses all the traits to become a Day 2 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, but before his professional dreams come true, the focus is on the 2026 season.
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For most of Andrei Iosivas' NFL career, there has been something to prove: Prove that a wide receiver from Princeton could play in the NFL; prove that a sixth-round draft pick belonged on the field with Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins; and prove that his rare combination of size and athleticism could translate into production against NFL defensive backs.
Three years into his career with the Cincinnati Bengals, Iosivas doesn't sound particularly interested in proving anything anymore. And that may be the best indication yet of how far he's come.
"I just feel like I am flowing and I am playing," Iosivas said in a recent interview. "I'm happy about the way I approach the days. I've been focusing on how I walk into the building, how I get out to practice, and whatever happens, happens."
That's quite a change from the player Cincinnati selected with the 206th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Iosivas arrived in Cincinnati as one of the more intriguing developmental prospects in that draft class. At 6-foot-3 and around 210 pounds, he had the physical traits, but he was making the jump from Ivy League football at Princeton to an offense featuring Joe Burrow, Chase and Higgins.
He has spent the past three seasons showing that he belongs. Iosivas played in 16 games as a rookie and caught 15 passes for 116 yards. Four of those 15 receptions went for touchdowns. His role grew substantially in 2024, when he caught 36 passes for 479 yards and six touchdowns. He followed that with 33 receptions for 435 yards and two scores in 2025.

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Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick's son, James Wilkie, made a surprising statement about his 'modeling career' after showing off his ripped physique in a June photoshoot.
The 23-year-old posed for a series of striking portraits for acclaimed photographer Brad Walsh's book FELLA: Images of Men.
In the images, James shows off his sculpted physique and movie-star looks, posing in a fitted black tank top that highlights his muscular arms and broad shoulders.
Another portrait saw him leaning casually against a fireplace in a vintage graphic T-shirt and paint-splattered pants, while a close-up shot captured his tousled hair, piercing gaze, and undeniable resemblance to both of his famous parents.
The images led many fans to believe that James was setting his sights on a modeling career; however, he has since shut down those rumors.

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