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USA Today
2 days ago
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- USA Today
Jordan Mailata makes his debut on the NFL's Top 100 list
After an All-Pro season, Philadelphia left tackle Jordan Mailata was ranked No. 69 in the NFL's Top 100 Players of 2025, becoming the first Eagle to make the list this year Jordan Mailata has a dream story, a rags-to-riches scenario that saw the 2018 seventh-round pick develop into one of the best left tackles in the NFL, and the highest graded at his position. After an All-Pro season, Mailata was just ranked No. 69 best in the NFL's Top 100 Players of 2025, becoming the first Eagle to make the list this year. Last season, the highly efficient Mailata helped Saquon Barkley become just the ninth player in NFL history to reach 2,000 rushing yards. Mailata's 85.5 PFF overall grade in Week 17 led all offensive tackles, and he's the highest-graded offensive tackle in the NFL (95.8). Mailata leads the NFL in run blocking grade (94.9), and he's second in pass blocking (91.7), according to PFF.
Daily Telegraph
5 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Telegraph
$100m Aussie Jordan Mailata earns eye-popping rating, takes over the ESPY Awards, NFL, Philadelphia Eagles
Don't miss out on the headlines from NFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Aussie giant Jordan Mailata is quietly taking over the United States. The 28-year-old offensive tackle with the Philadelphia Eagles is one of the great recent success stories in professional sport. The man with no experience in American football was the longest of long shots when he was selected by the Eagles with the 233rd pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. Tszyu vs Fundora 2 & Pacquiao vs Barrios | SUN 20 JULY 10AM AEST | In the biggest fight of the year, Tim Tszyu faces Sebastian Fundora in a blockbuster rematch, plus Manny Pacquiao makes his highly anticipated return to the ring to face Mario Barrios. | Order now with Main Event on Kayo Sports He has since become a Super Bowl champion, helping Philadelphia beat Kansas City in the big game in February this year, about eight months after he signed a three-year, US$66 million ($100m) contract extension. But he is now taking his fame, notoriety and accomplishments to a whole new level in the US. Jordan Mailata and wife Nikki arriving at the 2025 ESPY Awards. (Photo by) Mailata became a prominent figure in this week's annual ESPY Awards in Los Angeles – more on that shortly – but his biggest honour might have come courtesy of sports analytics company Pro Football Focus (PFF). PFF analyses enormous volumes of data and ranks players across all positions in the NFL. It has just ranked Mailata as the No. 1 offensive lineman in the sport and the 11th player overall. In a sport littered with massive names, including a glut of superstar quarterbacks, it's an extraordinary honour for the Sydneysider. His grading of 95.1 is the second highest ever handed to an offensive lineman. Mailata and his family with the Vince Lombardi trophy. Picture Ryan Kang Not bad work for a man that picked up the game just seven years ago and his achievements were noticed by countless fans of America's most popular sport. X account Rain Guru tweeted: 'Jordan Mailata is an absolute beast! Crazy how far he's come from playing rugby. Remember when we thought the Eagles taking a shot on him was a wild move? Worked out pretty well!' Eric Eldred wrote: 'From a guy who never played American football, drafted in the 7th round, sat for two years to learn the game, and in 5 seasons developed into the No. 1 tackle in football. He's gotta be one of football's best stories ever.' Vick3 declared 'Jordan Mailata is the best left tackle in the NFL' while Mike Marshall tweeted Mailata's name and simply used the goat emoji. But it's not just among stats and analytics that Mailata is making a name for himself. The 203cm, 166kg behemoth also played a starring role across the glittering ESPY ceremony hosted by Shane Gillis on Thursday (AEST). Interviewed on the couch by ESPN's flagship Sports Center show prior to the ceremony getting underway, Mailata's natural charisma shone through. When he was asked about wearing a microphone at times during games, which he received praise for last season, Mailata said: 'Just trying to have fun. I'll always be me, authentic … whatever comes out is authentic as you'll get. 'But thank god for editing.' Hosts Kevin Negandhi and Elle Duncan cracked up at that last comment. Mailata was on fire on the pre-awards show. Photo: X Before dominating the awards themselves. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Duncan then said she had travelled to Australia last year and asked Mailata to explain the rules to AFL. 'Believe it or not, I don't really know either,' he said to more laughs. 'I don't know either, I played rugby league. 'Beautiful thing about technology, ChatGPT, AI, you can just ask what it is.' Once the show got underway in front of a star-studded audience at the Dolby Theater, Mailata was brought on stage twice. The first time he accepted an award for Best Play on behalf of his superstar teammate, running back Saquon Barkley. In a game against Jacksonville last November, Barkley received a pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts, broke one tackle, did a reverse spin to get past another opponent before hurdling a third with his back turned. Mailata in action during the Super Bowl in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Doug Benc) He then didn't hold back during the Eagles' celebrations. (Photo by) With Barkley absent from the awards, Mailata took to the stage to accept the award and showed zero nerves in front of the massive global audience as he gave a hilarious speech. 'If Saquon was here, he would say that this was a team award,' Mailata said. 'He would say that it was because of the team that he could jump 40 inches vertical backwards over a player. 'He would say that no man is an island (and) that he draws his strength from others.' His final appearance was taking the stage alongside teammates and coach Nick Sirianni as the Eagles accepted the Team of the Year honour, which was the last award of the long night. 'If you made it this far into the program, give yourselves a pat on the back. It's been a long night,' Mailata said as the crowd laughed. 'I also want to give thanks to our sixth offensive lineman, Shane Gillis. Training camp starts next week, so if you want to give it a run, let us know. 'I also want to give thanks to the people that don't get the light shone on them. Our trainers, our strength and conditioning trainers, our chefs. 'And then deeper than that, our families, our rocks, the people that support us and get us to work every day and our why. 'Thank you to everyone that supported us, our fans and Go Birds.' US President Donald Trump greets Mailata after their Super Bowl triumph. (Photo by) That led to more gushing comments online. X account Drew Comments wrote: 'Jordan Mailata has an amazing media career waiting for him after he retires. He just has 'it'.' Eagles fan account Pugmane wrote: 'Jordan Mailata a thousand times more charming than Shane Gillis and Druski lmao.' A third fan said: 'Jordan Mailata's got those speech skills too? Damn, is there anything this man can't do?' Just to throw this into the mix, Mailata is also known for having a superb singing voice. It's becoming clear this is actually Mailata's world, we're all just living in it. Originally published as $100m Aussie Jordan Mailata earns eye-popping rating, takes over the ESPYS
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Sport
- News.com.au
$100m Aussie Jordan Mailata earns eye-popping rating, takes over the ESPYS
Aussie giant Jordan Mailata is quietly taking over the United States. The 28-year-old offensive tackle with the Philadelphia Eagles is one of the great recent success stories in professional sport. The man with no experience in American football was the longest of long shots when he was selected by the Eagles with the 233rd pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. He has since become a Super Bowl champion, helping Philadelphia beat Kansas City in the big game in February this year, about eight months after he signed a three-year, US$66 million ($100m) contract extension. But he is now taking his fame, notoriety and accomplishments to a whole new level in the US. Mailata became a prominent figure in this week's annual ESPY Awards in Los Angeles – more on that shortly – but his biggest honour might have come courtesy of sports analytics company Pro Football Focus (PFF). PFF analyses enormous volumes of data and ranks players across all positions in the NFL. It has just ranked Mailata as the No. 1 offensive lineman in the sport and the 11th player overall. In a sport littered with massive names, including a glut of superstar quarterbacks, it's an extraordinary honour for the Sydneysider. His grading of 95.1 is the second highest ever handed to an offensive lineman. Not bad work for a man that picked up the game just seven years ago and his achievements were noticed by countless fans of America's most popular sport. X account Rain Guru tweeted: 'Jordan Mailata is an absolute beast! Crazy how far he's come from playing rugby. Remember when we thought the Eagles taking a shot on him was a wild move? Worked out pretty well!' Eric Eldred wrote: 'From a guy who never played American football, drafted in the 7th round, sat for two years to learn the game, and in 5 seasons developed into the No. 1 tackle in football. He's gotta be one of football's best stories ever.' Vick3 declared 'Jordan Mailata is the best left tackle in the NFL' while Mike Marshall tweeted Mailata's name and simply used the goat emoji. Jordan Mailata - 95.1 PFF grade last season 🦅 1st among all players in 2024 🦅 2nd best by any OL in the PFF-era The No. 11 player and No. 1 OT on the PFF50 — PFF (@PFF) July 18, 2025 But it's not just among stats and analytics that Mailata is making a name for himself. The 203cm, 166kg behemoth also played a starring role across the glittering ESPY ceremony hosted by Shane Gillis on Thursday (AEST). Interviewed on the couch by ESPN's flagship Sports Center show prior to the ceremony getting underway, Mailata's natural charisma shone through. When he was asked about wearing a microphone at times during games, which he received praise for last season, Mailata said: 'Just trying to have fun. I'll always be me, authentic … whatever comes out is authentic as you'll get. 'But thank god for editing.' Hosts Kevin Negandhi and Elle Duncan cracked up at that last comment. Duncan then said she had travelled to Australia last year and asked Mailata to explain the rules to AFL. 'Believe it or not, I don't really know either,' he said to more laughs. 'I don't know either, I played rugby league. 'Beautiful thing about technology, ChatGPT, AI, you can just ask what it is.' Once the show got underway in front of a star-studded audience at the Dolby Theater, Mailata was brought on stage twice. The first time he accepted an award for Best Play on behalf of his superstar teammate, running back Saquon Barkley. In a game against Jacksonville last November, Barkley received a pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts, broke one tackle, did a reverse spin to get past another opponent before hurdling a third with his back turned. With Barkley absent from the awards, Mailata took to the stage to accept the award and showed zero nerves in front of the massive global audience as he gave a hilarious speech. 'If Saquon was here, he would say that this was a team award,' Mailata said. 'He would say that it was because of the team that he could jump 40 inches vertical backwards over a player. 'He would say that no man is an island (and) that he draws his strength from others.' His final appearance was taking the stage alongside teammates and coach Nick Sirianni as the Eagles accepted the Team of the Year honour, which was the last award of the long night. 'If you made it this far into the program, give yourselves a pat on the back. It's been a long night,' Mailata said as the crowd laughed. 'I also want to give thanks to our sixth offensive lineman, Shane Gillis. Training camp starts next week, so if you want to give it a run, let us know. 'I also want to give thanks to the people that don't get the light shone on them. Our trainers, our strength and conditioning trainers, our chefs. 'And then deeper than that, our families, our rocks, the people that support us and get us to work every day and our why. 'Thank you to everyone that supported us, our fans and Go Birds.' That led to more gushing comments online. X account Drew Comments wrote: 'Jordan Mailata has an amazing media career waiting for him after he retires. He just has 'it'.' Eagles fan account Pugmane wrote: 'Jordan Mailata a thousand times more charming than Shane Gillis and Druski lmao.' A third fan said: 'Jordan Mailata's got those speech skills too? Damn, is there anything this man can't do?' Just to throw this into the mix, Mailata is also known for having a superb singing voice. It's becoming clear this is actually Mailata's world, we're all just living in it.
CBS News
6 days ago
- Sport
- CBS News
Philadelphia Eagles' Lane Johnson selected the NFL's No. 1 offensive tackle by the AP
Lane Johnson didn't allow a sack in 2024, anchoring one of the NFL's best offensive line units and helping the Philadelphia Eagles win their second Super Bowl. The six-time Pro Bowl pick and two-time All-Pro was selected the No. 1 offensive tackle in a preseason survey by The Associated Press. A panel of eight AP Pro Football Writers ranked the top five players at the position, basing selections on current status entering the 2025 season. First-place votes were worth 10 points. Second through fifth-place votes were worth 5, 3, 2 and 1 points. Johnson, who plays right tackle, received three first-place votes and four thirds. Teammate Jordan Mailata, who plays the left side, also got three first-place votes. Penei Sewell and Trent Williams also received one first apiece. Mailata finished second and Tristan Wirfs came in third, followed by Sewell and Williams. Rashawn Slater, Laremy Tunsil and Dion Dawkins also received votes. Johnson has established himself as one of the greatest right tackles in NFL history since the Eagles selected him No. 4 overall in the 2013 draft. Johnson helped pave the way for Saquon Barkley's record-setting rushing season and protected Jalen Hurts. He's been a dominant force on the right side and a valuable team leader for Philadelphia. Mailata had never played American football before the Eagles drafted the Australian rugby star in the seventh round of the 2018 draft. Under offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland's guidance, he's become one of the best in the game. A Pro Bowl snub in 2024, Mailata earned second-team All-Pro honors. He got one second-place vote, one third and one fifth to go with the three firsts. Wirfs, who switched from right tackle to left in 2023, became the first player selected an All-Pro at both tackle spots. He made it at right tackle in 2021 and earned the spot on the left side last year. Wirfs was the anchor of an offensive line that helped Tampa Bay finish fourth in rushing last season. He got five second-place votes, two thirds and one fifth. Sewell beat out Johnson for first-team All-Pro last season despite a down year as a pass blocker. He excelled as a run protector but allowed pressure on 4.7% of pass plays, per Pro Football Focus. Sewell, who moved from left tackle to the right side a few years ago, is a three-time Pro Bowl pick and two-time All-Pro. He got two second-place votes, four fourths and one fifth along with the one first. Williams is coming off an injury-plagued season but remains one of the best left tackles in the NFL. He's an 11-time Pro Bowl pick and was an All-Pro three straight seasons before missing seven games last year. He received one third-place vote, two fourths and one fifth to go with his one first.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lane Johnson selected the NFL's No. 1 offensive tackle by the AP
Lane Johnson didn't allow a sack in 2024, anchoring one of the NFL's best offensive line units and helping the Philadelphia Eagles win their second Super Bowl. The six-time Pro Bowl pick and two-time All-Pro was selected the No. 1 offensive tackle in a preseason survey by The Associated Press. A panel of eight AP Pro Football Writers ranked the top five players at the position, basing selections on current status entering the 2025 season. First-place votes were worth 10 points. Second through fifth-place votes were worth 5, 3, 2 and 1 points. Johnson, who plays right tackle, received three first-place votes and four thirds. Teammate Jordan Mailata, who plays the left side, also got three first-place votes. Penei Sewell and Trent Williams also received one first apiece. Mailata finished second and Tristan Wirfs came in third, followed by Sewell and Williams. Rashawn Slater, Laremy Tunsil and Dion Dawkins also received votes. 1. LANE JOHNSON, Philadelphia Eagles Johnson has established himself as one of the greatest right tackles in NFL history since the Eagles selected him No. 4 overall in the 2013 draft. Johnson helped pave the way for Saquon Barkley's record-setting rushing season and protected Jalen Hurts. He's been a dominant force on the right side and a valuable team leader for Philadelphia. 2. JORDAN MAILATA, Philadelphia Eagles Mailata had never played American football before the Eagles drafted the Australian rugby star in the seventh round of the 2018 draft. Under offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland's guidance, he's become one of the best in the game. A Pro Bowl snub in 2024, Mailata earned second-team All-Pro honors. He got one second-place vote, one third and one fifth to go with the three firsts. 3. TRISTAN WIRFS, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wirfs, who switched from right tackle to left in 2023, became the first player selected an All-Pro at both tackle spots. He made it at right tackle in 2021 and earned the spot on the left side last year. Wirfs was the anchor of an offensive line that helped Tampa Bay finish fourth in rushing last season. He got five second-place votes, two thirds and one fifth. 4. PENEI SEWELL, Detroit Lions Sewell beat out Johnson for first-team All-Pro last season despite a down year as a pass blocker. He excelled as a run protector but allowed pressure on 4.7% of pass plays, per Pro Football Focus. Sewell, who moved from left tackle to the right side a few years ago, is a three-time Pro Bowl pick and two-time All-Pro. He got two second-place votes, four fourths and one fifth along with the one first. 5. TRENT WILLIAMS, San Francisco 49ers Williams is coming off an injury-plagued season but remains one of the best left tackles in the NFL. He's an 11-time Pro Bowl pick and was an All-Pro three straight seasons before missing seven games last year. He received one third-place vote, two fourths and one fifth to go with his one first. ___ AP NFL: Rob Maaddi, The Associated Press
