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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Clash of Clans signs NFL Draft star Travis Hunter for viral gaming campaign blitz
NFL's new two-way phenom trades pads for potions in Clash of Clash blitz (Image via Imagn Images) NFL rookie Travis Hunter isn't just making headlines on the field—he's now taking over screens, too. In a fresh collaboration with Clash of Clans, the Jacksonville Jaguars' No. 2 draft pick brings his dual-threat persona to life through a campaign that celebrates both his football talent and gamer identity. The campaign dropped just days after his NFL debut, and it's already dominating timelines. A game-changing crossover for the digital age Hunter's latest ad shows him recruiting players with the punchy line: 'You want to prove your offense and defense? Get signed.' The line perfectly echoes his college legacy, where he stunned fans by starring as both wide receiver and cornerback at Colorado. His rare ability earned him the Biletnikoff and Bednarik Awards in one season—a historic feat. Now, Supercell is doubling down on that identity. As the article puts it, 'Supercell's Clash of Clans has signed a partnership with NFL rookie and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, celebrating his two-way football skills with a special in-game promotion.' Real moments, real marketing magic The ad didn't come out of nowhere. Back on Draft Night, Hunter casually went viral for playing Clash of Clans in the green room—while waiting to be selected second overall. It wasn't a PR stunt; it was just Travis being Travis. That authenticity is exactly what makes the campaign work. By casting him as a clan leader in their 'Summer Jam' promotion, Supercell builds a narrative fans already believe in. It's less about selling the game and more about showing how one of the NFL's brightest stars is already part of the community. Why this ad hits harder than most What makes this commercial stand out is its timing and tone. It's not just about athlete endorsements—it's about cultural synergy. Travis Hunter is the kind of player who blurs lines: between offense and defense, sports and gaming, real life and digital. His quiet confidence, sharp gameplay, and relatable off-field persona make him the ideal ambassador. With younger audiences increasingly looking for stars they can relate to, Hunter's laid-back yet driven energy connects instantly. This isn't manufactured hype—it's alignment. Also read: 'Everybody's just whispering in each other's ears': Travis Kelce compares early Taylor Swift romance to high school gossip FAQs Q.1 Who is Travis Hunter? Travis Hunter is a two-way NFL rookie with the Jacksonville Jaguars, known for playing both wide receiver and cornerback. Q.2 What is Travis Hunter's net worth in 2025? His net worth exceeds $32 million, backed by a $46.6M NFL deal and major campaigns like Clash of Clans. Q.3 Which NFL team does Travis Hunter play for? Travis Hunter was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars as the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Hindustan Times
25-06-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Why is Adam Silver booed during the NBA Draft?
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is all set to be booed at the NBA Draft on Thursday night. Why? The act stems from a long-standing tradition. The draft is scheduled to take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, and will start at 8 PM ET. File photo of Adam Silver(AP) While public displays of disapproval are usually reserved for famous personalities to hold them accountable for wrongful actions, this prediction against Silver appears to be due to a different reason altogether. Turns out it's a long-standing tradition for the presiding NBA Commissioner to be booed at the draft. And this would not be the first time such a thing has happened. David Stern, Commissioner of the NBA from 1984 to 2014, highly encouraged the tradition and has been publicly booed at Draft Night multiple times himself. He even took the jest a step further in 2013 when he said, 'We have to explain to our international audience that the boo is an American sign of respect.' Silver himself was booed back in 2022 when he took to the podium to congratulate the Golden State Warriors on their win. The specific reason for this decision has always remained a mystery, although some reports suggest that it may be due to the crowd seeing the commissioner as the 'fall guy' for everything that goes south in the association. Over time, however, it has acquired more of a fun rather than a practical taste. Silver originally joined the NBA back in 1992 and played the roles of NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer, President, and Chief Operating Officer of NBA Entertainment, NBA Chief of Staff, and Special Assistant to the Commissioner before being anointed to the top position on February 1, 2024. Although it is unclear what Silver's reaction will be on Thursday, one thing is sure: he is already prepared for it. By Stuti Gupta
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
NBA Finals Game 5 Preview, Desmond Bane traded to Magic, Ja Morant's future and Kevin Durant trade rumors
On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Jared Greenberg preview Monday's huge Game 5 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. Next, Vince and Jared react to Desmond Bane being traded to the Orlando Magic and discuss if Orlando gave up too many assets in the trade. Advertisement Later, Vince and Jared take a look at the Memphis Grizzlies and debate what they should do moving forward with Ja Morant. Also, Vince and Jared give their thoughts on if the Miami Heat or Houston Rockets should make a push for Kevin Durant. (1:56) NBA Finals Game 5 preview (10:00) Rick Carlisle brings up officials (17:01) Orlando Magic trade for Desmond Bane (24:22) What does Bane trade mean for Ja Morant, Grizzlies? (33:09) Can Ja Morant be the best player on a contending team? (35:36) Should the Rockets pursue Ja Morant, Kevin Durant? (41:58) Does Kevin Durant to the Miami Heat make sense? (50:38) NBA needs to rethink Draft Night coverage Desmond Bane traded from Memphis Grizzlies to Orlando Magic. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File) (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File) 🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTube Check out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts
News.com.au
28-05-2025
- General
- News.com.au
AFL mid-season draft 2025: Live updates and every pick as it happens
The mid-season rookie draft is here and Essendon and Port Adelaide are set to shape a night that could involve up to 18 selections. Follow all the action and every pick with us below. Originally published as AFL mid-season draft 2025: Live updates and every pick as it happens
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lesson learned? How Shedeur Sanders & Quinn Ewers both blew it by turning pro
Once projected as a top 5 pick, former Carroll and University of Texas star quarterback fell to the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Along with Colorado's Shedeur Sanders, no fall was more stunning than Ewers. The old Yiddish saying goes, 'Man Plans, and God Laughs,' and there's another one somewhere that says, 'Quarterback Dads Make Plans, and the NFL Laughs Much Harder.' For the first time in his life, having Deion Sanders as his father worked against Shedeur Sanders. Advertisement For the first time since he was a freshman at Ohio State, Quinn Ewers is not that special, and thought less of than Tyler Shough. The respective ex-starting quarterbacks at the University of Colorado and the University of Texas discovered over the weekend what turning pro can really look like, and that there's a reason why so many adults say, 'Stay in college for as long as you can.' Since they were playing high school ball in DFW, both young men followed plans hatched by their dads. The then teenagers were going to be great high school players who attended top college programs, and made a lot of money in the new unregulated world of NIL. Then they would leave college with a year of eligibility remaining, and be selected early in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. All of it happened, except ... Shedeur Sanders & Quinn Ewers were on the same path Less than one year ago both players were projected to be top quarterbacks selected in the '25 Draft; on Draft Night they would celebrate on live television with family and loved ones about the culmination of a dream. Advertisement On Day 3 of this draft, with few watching, Sanders was picked in the fifth round at No. 144 by Cleveland, and Ewers was No. 231 by Miami. Ewers was 24 slots away from being Mr. Irrelevant. Neither warrants a tear, nor a drop of sympathy. Both Ewers and Sanders are the children of privilege who made seven figures during their respective college careers to play football. They earned it. They're lucky. They're fine. And they will be fine, unless one or both drops the brain out of their respective heads. They're not victims. They also got bad advice, and listened to biased 'advisors' who refused to see beyond their own arrogance, and tunnel vision, or sunglasses. Ewers & Shedeur will take pay cuts to play in the NFL There is no way around the uncomfortable reality that NFL teams wanted no part of having a quarterback on its roster whose father is Deion Sanders. Shedeur is not quite good enough to invite the type of potential criticism, circus and noise that history says is coming when Deion is 21 feet within a cell phone camera. Advertisement No current college head coach commands a camera any better than the guy in Boulder, and he can and will weaponize that talent against anyone who has the temerity to say anything other than, 'Yes, Coach Prime.' Or, 'You're the best, Coach Prime.' No NFL head coach wants to field questions about what the dad of one of his quarterbacks Tweeted (Sorry, Elon) after the loss on Sunday. Shedeur's game has concerns, the same for Ewers. Neither is fleet afoot, and there are warranted worries about Ewers' ability to stay healthy for prolonged stretches. They were wonderful college players who should have 'stayed in school' for one more year. Both Shedeur and Ewers had another year of eligibility remaining. Advertisement Shedeur could have easily remained as the starter at Colorado, and made significantly more in that role than on the bench in Cleveland. He likely would have made well over $2 million playing at Colorado in '25. As a fifth round pick, Shedeur will sign a standard four-year contract that pays him about $950,000 as a rookie; that includes a signing bonus of $384,000. In college, Ewers would have commanded much more than Sanders, who has never played for a coach other than his dad. Before the national semifinal game in the Cotton Bowl against Ohio State, Ewers announced in an interview with ESPN that he planned to turn pro. Even had Ewers wanted to remain at Texas, that would not stop Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian from handing the starting job to Arch Manning. Advertisement This had all been planned years in advance. In the days after UT's season finale, there were reports that a Big 10 school had offered Ewers $6 to $8 million to transfer for the final year of his eligibility. During the NFL Combine in late February, Ewers made it clear that he never considered the offer. He would have made more in one season of Big 10 ball than he will over the next four years in the NFL, if he's on a roster for that long. The standard four year, non-guaranteed contract for a seventh round pick is $4.3 million. Both of these young men eschewed another year of guaranteed big money in college because they wanted to pursue their dreams of being an NFL stars. They might be, but judging by what all 32 teams told these two over the weekend, neither is as good as Tyler Shough.
