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USA Today
6 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Clemson defensive line coach Nick Eason says 'This is his year' on star DT Peter Woods
Nick Eason has no interest in the noise. He sees the preseason hype, hears the praise his players are getting, and understands the expectations. But to him, none of that matters until it shows up on the field. This offseason has been kind to Clemson, especially on defense. With a wave of veteran talent returning — including stars like T.J. Parker and DeMonte Capehart — and a new defensive coordinator in place, it's easy to understand why there's growing excitement around the Tigers. But Eason, who leads the defensive line group, is quick to remind everyone that real progress is proven in action, not words. "I'm really proud of the way they have been working this offseason and continue to bond to make themselves the unit that a lot of people are writing and talking about," Eason said. "But the game isn't played through social media, it's not played in writing, man." Much of the preseason focus has centered on rising junior Peter Woods. A projected first-round pick in early 2026 NFL Draft conversations, Woods is coming off a sophomore year in which he played in 11 of 14 games while shifting between defensive end and tackle. Now fully healthy and locked into his primary role inside, he's expected to be the anchor of a loaded defensive front. For Woods, Eason believes greatness will come down to discipline — not highlight reels. "It just comes down to consistency for Peter, being consistent, taking care of his body and just being what he's capable of being," Eason said. "And I've challenged him in the area of his life to be better, and he's responded to that, so I'm really proud of him for that. And I think that it just starts with those daily decisions, daily habits. It comes down to just taking care of his body, leading from the front and all the workouts. It's about what you eat, how you eat, it's about how you sleep, it's the little things, and that's going to allow him to be great this season." With Will Heldt adding to the depth up front and T.J. Parker continuing to emerge as one of the top edge rushers in the country, Clemson's defensive line might be the best in college football. But Eason knows praise now means little without execution later. He's seen the work Woods has put in behind the scenes, and if that work carries into fall camp, Eason believes this could be the year Woods fully breaks out. "I think he's had his best offseason and he's got to continue to do that, have a really good camp, and to go out and show people that he is what people have talked about," Eason said. "This is his time and this is his year, but he's got to go play, and that's what it comes down to." Contact us @Clemson_Wire on X, and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Clemson Tigers news and notes, plus opinions.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Bryson Eason discusses moving on from last year, Tennessee coming together in 2025
Bryson Eason enters his sixth season at Tennessee in 2025. The 6-foot-3, 315-pound redshirt senior defensive lineman represented Tennessee at SEC media days on Tuesday in Atlanta, Georgia. 'It means everything to just know that those guys believe in me to represent them well, and put on for the Power T, and put on for the name on the back of my jersey,' he said of representing Tennessee at SEC media days. 'It means a lot and I appreciate them.' Eason appeared in all 13 games for the Vols in 2024. He totaled 24 tackles, seven tackles for a loss, 1.5 sacks and one pass deflection during Tennessee's season that resulted in a College Football Playoff berth. 'I feel like last year was a great experience for me, and a lot of my other guys, to just go through the ups and downs of the whole season,' he said. 'It didn't turn out the way we wanted it to, but it was a great.' Eason added that Tennessee is moving on from last year and focusing on the 2025 season. "Last year was last year, so that's kind of just out of the equation," he said. "We can't keep reflecting on that comparing whatever we're trying to do now to what we did last year. We have to let that go and move on. "Obviously, we didn't get the outcome we wanted. It's really nothing to just sit there and dwell on, if you know what I mean, because we didn't end up victorious, so just keep moving forward, keep working. The mission we have at hand, let's focus on that." More: Bryson Eason discusses Tennessee facing Ohio State's offensive line Eason also discussed the Vols moving on from quarterback Nico Iamaleava. The signal-caller transferred to UCLA following spring practices. 'It's just been us, just focused on everybody that is in the building,' Eason said of the team coming together after spring practices. 'That's really what only matters at the end of the day. Just focusing on us, and building as a team, and just taking steps every day to be better as a team, and as one.' Follow Vols Wire on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).
USA Today
24-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
As Dillon Brooks exits, Tari Eason could seize larger role in Houston
'They love Tari Eason there,' ESPN's Brian Windhorst said after the Kevin Durant trade. 'He can be the guy that replaces Dillon Brooks as that key defender.' The Rockets finished the 2024-25 season with a 52-30 record and at No. 2 in the Western Conference standings, so the blueprint of that group is worth following as Houston turns its attention to 2025-26. After this week's blockbuster trade, All-Star and former NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) Kevin Durant will replace Jalen Green as the leading scorer, so that swap should clearly be beneficial to Houston's 2025-26 odds. But what about losing veteran Dillon Brooks, a key defender who shot nearly 40% on 3-pointers last season? That's where fourth-year forward Tari Eason could play an important role. 'They love Tari Eason there,' ESPN's Brian Windhorst said. 'He can be the guy that replaces Dillon Brooks as that key defender.' After being drafted in the 2022 first round, Eason's development was somewhat paused in his second and third seasons due to ongoing issues related to a stress reaction in his lower left leg. He played just 22 games as a sophomore and was unavailable for most back-to-backs during the next season, which limited the 6-foot-8 forward to a total of 57 contests at 24.9 minutes per game. But in 2025-26, two years removed from the stress reaction, the expectation is for Eason to have no restrictions. In addition, the LSU product could have every financial incentive to play well, since his rookie-scale contract will expire after next season (and it's unclear if he will receive a contract extension this offseason). At 24 years old, Eason should be entering his prime NBA years, and the absence of Brooks should give him an opportunity to step into an even larger role. It's up to him to take advantage. In three NBA seasons to date, Eason has averaged 10.3 points (46.6% FG, 34.5% on 3-pointers), 6.3 rebounds, and 1.4 steals in 22.8 minutes. With a long wingspan, relentless motor, and a keen eye for playmaking, Eason remains one of Houston's most active, versatile, and tenacious defenders, and head coach Ime Udoka will likely need to ask even more from him during the 2025-26 campaign. More: Rockets reportedly open to contract talks with Tari Eason, Jabari Smith Jr.
The Journal
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Journal
Waterford student crowned victorious at All-Ireland Spelling Bee
WATERFORD STUDENT HOLLY Swift has been crowned champion at the twelfth annual Eason Spelling Bee All-Ireland final. The sixth-classer was victorious after correctly spelling 'sentient' in the final round at the Helix theatre in Dublin yesterday. Holly Swift, from St Ursula's Primary School in Waterford, was awarded the top prize following her win yesterday. Andres Poveda Photography Andres Poveda Photography Swift took home €7,500 worth of books for her school, St Ursula's Primary School in Co Waterford, as well as a personal collection of books worth €500. Advertisement According to organisers, the competition – which saw students from over 450 schools compete – was fierce. Holly Swift (L) after her victory was announced in Dublin yesterday. Andres Poveda Photography Andres Poveda Photography Queen Bee Holly was joined by her parents Thomas and Olivia as well as her sister Jodi in celebration yesterday. She came out on top against two other competitors who emerged victorious from their county and provincial finals. Queen Bee Holly with parents Thomas and Olivia and sister Jodi in celebration. Andres Poveda Photography Andres Poveda Photography Eason's head of marketing Lisa O'Brien said the commitment and enthusiasm from all the participants was inspiring. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Irish Times
12-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
One in five people in the Republic looking to either buy or rent a house, says BPFI
Almost one in five consumers in the Republic say they are looking to either rent or buy a property, the second highest rate in Europe, according to Banking and Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI). Eoin Burke-Kennedy reports. Irish books and stationery retailer Eason has spent €2.7 million buying back shares from its investors, with 20 per cent of shareholders selling their entire holdings. Ciarán Hancock has the details. State-owned EirGrid paid former chief executive Mark Foley more than €347,000 last year, a period when he resigned from the national grid company following a car crash that led to a prosecution, its annual report shows. Barry O'Halloran reports. Text scammers are in ComReg's sights as it implements an SMS registry for businesses, according to our tech columnist Ciara O'Brien. READ MORE The wealthiest 10 per cent of households in the State have a net wealth, over debt, of at least €1,024,000, up from €838,000 in 2020 and the highest ever recorded, according to figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Hugh Dooley has the numbers. The Irish economy is uniquely exposed to any reversal in globalisation, according to a staff report on Ireland from the IMF, writes Cantillon. Our New Innovator this week is Irish company Ion a, which aims to revolutionise rural deliveries with drones and robotic hubs. Olive Keogh spoke with founder Etienne Louvet. In our tech review, Ciara O'Brien road tests Shelfy , a smart fridge that claims to keep your food fresh for longer. In our tech feature, FT writer Anjil Raval examines whether fears that the latest generation of AI could literally change every job stack up to reality. In this week's Inside Business podcast , Ciaran Hancock looks at whether rent reforms will bring more investors to Ireland. If you'd like to read more about the issues that affect your finances try signing up to On the Money , the weekly newsletter from our personal finance team, which will be issued every Friday to Irish Times subscribers.
