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Fox Sports
a day ago
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- Fox Sports
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill vows to show 'the best version' of himself this season
Associated Press MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — All offseason, Tyreek Hill has heard the clip of himself frustratingly declaring 'I'm out' on the Miami Dolphins after last season's disappointing finish. The Dolphins star receiver doesn't feel that way anymore. He regrets making those comments. And he said among his goals this season is to reveal a version of himself — a more subdued, mature one — that he hasn't shown yet in his career. 'I literally heard that all offseason some kind of way on YouTube shorts because my kids stay on YouTube." Hill said Tuesday as Dolphins veterans reported to training camp. "And I'm like, 'I don't want to put that out there for my boys to see." Hill has made headlines — good and bad — throughout his career. Last season's outburst that included taking himself out in the second half of Miami's regular-season finale against the New York Jets was an example of antics the All-Pro receiver said can't continue to happen. He has since had talks with teammates and coach Mike McDaniel on how to be more of a leader moving forward, especially as he hopes to help the Dolphins deliver the playoff win that has eluded them for more than two decades. 'That's why this year, this whole entire offseason, I've been busting my tail,' Hill said. 'I told my dad, I said, 'I want to see what it looks like whenever I focus just on football, and I just focus on myself and family. Because I feel like I really haven't been giving the best version of me, of Tyreek, my whole entire career. ... I just want to see what that version of myself looks like. I'm looking forward to it.' Hill is coming off one of his worst seasons as a pro in 2024. He finished with 81 catches for 959 yards and six touchdowns — his fewest receptions and yards since an injury-filled 2019 season when he played for Kansas City, and a steep drop-off from his NFL-leading 2023 season in which he caught 119 passes for 1,799 yards and 13 touchdowns. He said he's finding motivation for the upcoming season in a few places, such as family. 'My kids are Justin Jefferson fanatics,' Hill quipped. 'They really enjoy Justin Jefferson a lot. I was talking to my son on FaceTime last night, and his mom told me 'One of the kids came up to him and was like, 'You're Tyreek Hill's son?'' And he was like, 'No, Justin Jefferson's my dad.'' 'We play jokes with each other,' Hill added, 'so I know it's in the spirit of just playing jokes and just having fun. That's what keeps me hungry, man. Just trying to continue to stay at the top, continuing to be a leader in my household for my kids.' Hill has spent the offseason recovering from the wrist injury that limited him in 2024 and becoming more lean. His offseason training also included winning a 100-meter race in 10.15 seconds last month in California — a sign that he still possesses all of his trademark speed as he enters his 10th NFL season. 'Today was our conditioning test," Hill said, "and at 31 years old, I must say, I haven't lost a step.' ___ AP NFL: recommended Item 1 of 3 in this topic
Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
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- Winnipeg Free Press
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill vows to show ‘the best version' of himself this season
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — All offseason, Tyreek Hill has heard the clip of himself frustratingly declaring 'I'm out' on the Miami Dolphins after last season's disappointing finish. The Dolphins star receiver doesn't feel that way anymore. He regrets making those comments. And he said among his goals this season is to reveal a version of himself — a more subdued, mature one — that he hasn't shown yet in his career. 'I literally heard that all offseason some kind of way on YouTube shorts because my kids stay on YouTube.' Hill said Tuesday as Dolphins veterans reported to training camp. 'And I'm like, 'I don't want to put that out there for my boys to see.' Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill speaks during a news conference at the NFL football team's training camp, Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) Hill has made headlines — good and bad — throughout his career. Last season's outburst that included taking himself out in the second half of Miami's regular-season finale against the New York Jets was an example of antics the All-Pro receiver said can't continue to happen. He has since had talks with teammates and coach Mike McDaniel on how to be more of a leader moving forward, especially as he hopes to help the Dolphins deliver the playoff win that has eluded them for more than two decades. 'That's why this year, this whole entire offseason, I've been busting my tail,' Hill said. 'I told my dad, I said, 'I want to see what it looks like whenever I focus just on football, and I just focus on myself and family. Because I feel like I really haven't been giving the best version of me, of Tyreek, my whole entire career. … I just want to see what that version of myself looks like. I'm looking forward to it.' Hill is coming off one of his worst seasons as a pro in 2024. He finished with 81 catches for 959 yards and six touchdowns — his fewest receptions and yards since an injury-filled 2019 season when he played for Kansas City, and a steep drop-off from his NFL-leading 2023 season in which he caught 119 passes for 1,799 yards and 13 touchdowns. He said he's finding motivation for the upcoming season in a few places, such as family. 'My kids are Justin Jefferson fanatics,' Hill quipped. 'They really enjoy Justin Jefferson a lot. I was talking to my son on FaceTime last night, and his mom told me 'One of the kids came up to him and was like, 'You're Tyreek Hill's son?'' And he was like, 'No, Justin Jefferson's my dad.'' Winnipeg Free Press | Newsletter Mike McIntyre | On Sports Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. Sign Up I agree to the Terms and Conditions, Cookie and Privacy Policies, and CASL agreement. 'We play jokes with each other,' Hill added, 'so I know it's in the spirit of just playing jokes and just having fun. That's what keeps me hungry, man. Just trying to continue to stay at the top, continuing to be a leader in my household for my kids.' Hill has spent the offseason recovering from the wrist injury that limited him in 2024 and becoming more lean. His offseason training also included winning a 100-meter race in 10.15 seconds last month in California — a sign that he still possesses all of his trademark speed as he enters his 10th NFL season. 'Today was our conditioning test,' Hill said, 'and at 31 years old, I must say, I haven't lost a step.' ___ AP NFL:
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
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- Hamilton Spectator
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill vows to show ‘the best version' of himself this season
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — All offseason, Tyreek Hill has heard the clip of himself frustratingly declaring 'I'm out' on the Miami Dolphins after last season's disappointing finish. The Dolphins star receiver doesn't feel that way anymore. He regrets making those comments. And he said among his goals this season is to reveal a version of himself — a more subdued, mature one — that he hasn't shown yet in his career. 'I literally heard that all offseason some kind of way on YouTube shorts because my kids stay on YouTube.' Hill said Tuesday as Dolphins veterans reported to training camp. 'And I'm like, 'I don't want to put that out there for my boys to see.' Hill has made headlines — good and bad — throughout his career. Last season's outburst that included taking himself out in the second half of Miami's regular-season finale against the New York Jets was an example of antics the All-Pro receiver said can't continue to happen. He has since had talks with teammates and coach Mike McDaniel on how to be more of a leader moving forward, especially as he hopes to help the Dolphins deliver the playoff win that has eluded them for more than two decades. 'That's why this year, this whole entire offseason, I've been busting my tail,' Hill said. 'I told my dad, I said, 'I want to see what it looks like whenever I focus just on football, and I just focus on myself and family. Because I feel like I really haven't been giving the best version of me, of Tyreek, my whole entire career. ... I just want to see what that version of myself looks like. I'm looking forward to it.' Hill is coming off one of his worst seasons as a pro in 2024. He finished with 81 catches for 959 yards and six touchdowns — his fewest receptions and yards since an injury-filled 2019 season when he played for Kansas City, and a steep drop-off from his NFL-leading 2023 season in which he caught 119 passes for 1,799 yards and 13 touchdowns. He said he's finding motivation for the upcoming season in a few places, such as family. 'My kids are Justin Jefferson fanatics,' Hill quipped. 'They really enjoy Justin Jefferson a lot. I was talking to my son on FaceTime last night, and his mom told me 'One of the kids came up to him and was like, 'You're Tyreek Hill's son?'' And he was like, 'No, Justin Jefferson's my dad.'' 'We play jokes with each other,' Hill added, 'so I know it's in the spirit of just playing jokes and just having fun. That's what keeps me hungry, man. Just trying to continue to stay at the top, continuing to be a leader in my household for my kids.' Hill has spent the offseason recovering from the wrist injury that limited him in 2024 and becoming more lean. His offseason training also included winning a 100-meter race in 10.15 seconds last month in California — a sign that he still possesses all of his trademark speed as he enters his 10th NFL season. 'Today was our conditioning test,' Hill said, 'and at 31 years old, I must say, I haven't lost a step.' ___ AP NFL:
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Jalen Hurts continues to prove critics wrong as Philadelphia Eagles quarterback prioritizes championships over rankings
Jalen Hurts (via Getty Images) Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is under the radar in league circles despite having a résumé that includes a Super Bowl championship, MVP award, and gaudy win-loss record. ESPN's most recent quarterback rankings, personally curated by NFL executives, coaches, and scouts, left Hurts at No. 9—behind less successful names but Jalen Hurts keeps demonstrating that for him, winning—and not awards or rankings—is the sole statistic that counts. Jalen Hurts ranks behind less seasoned quarterbacks in newest NFL poll Jalen Hurts' Philadelphia Eagles career has been marked by persistence, accomplishments, and ongoing development. All this notwithstanding, in ESPN's annual quarterback list that considers feedback from NFL executives, coaches, and scouts, Hurts ranks at nine on the list—after rookies and veterans who have not even reached anywhere near him as far as playoff games are concerned. It is simple to overlook that Jalen Hurts, the second-round draft pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, has broken not only expectations but records as well. He took the Philadelphia Eagles to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances in his first five years, capturing Super Bowl LIX and Super Bowl MVP along the way. His play in the two Super Bowl championship games, especially his ground control, broke NFL records, such as most rushing yards by a quarterback in a Super Bowl (72) and most total touchdowns by a QB in two Super Bowl firsts (seven). Jalen Hurts Answers More Fans' Questions Despite all these accomplishments, Jalen Hurts is underrated by some league decision-makers, perhaps because he doesn't have top-10 draft pick potential or the string of changing offensive playcallers he's had to work with. In his six years in Philly, Hurts has had a new offensive coordinator almost every year but has been extremely consistent—despite that, he was a 2022 MVP runner-up and owns a 6-3 playoff record. Matthew Stafford only owns one ring but with fewer playoff victories than Jalen Hurts Hurts' postseason performances in 2024 were a leadership and efficiency masterclass. He had 726 passing yards, a 71.4% completion percentage, and a total of six touchdowns, only six, on a single interception. His fourth-quarter heroics after the bye solidified him as one of the league's best under pressure—touting an NFL-leading 132.5 passer rating in such situations. More impressively, Hurts is the sole NFL quarterback with 10 playoff passing and 10 playoff rushing touchdowns. The Eagles possess a clean record when Hurts starts and completes a game since Week 5 in the 2024 season. Also read: Jalen Hurts sparks backlash for not wearing Super Bowl ring Whereas gaudy statistics and fantasy football nuggets usually define quarterback talk, Hurts is different for one extremely fundamental reason: he wins. Throughout the regular season and playoffs, his win-loss record will be higher than his draft number or media darling status. FAQs What is Jalen Hurts most known for? Jalen Hurts is a quarterback for Philadelphia Eagles. When was Jalen Hurts born? Jalen Hurts was born on August 7, 1998. Where was Jalen Hurts born? Houston, Texas, US. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
2 days ago
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- USA Today
5 Bears players who need a strong training camp
Chicago Bears training camp is upon us, and with the offseason mostly in the rearview mirror, it's time to get to work. It's been an impactful offseason for the Bears. They won the Ben Johnson sweepstakes, fixed their offensive line, and have added some nice players to both sides of the ball. However, they don't have all of their holes fixed. No team has a truly perfect roster, but the best teams mask any slight issues with their strengths elsewhere. Chicago still has a long way to go before they're a title contender. Coming into training camp, there are a handful of players who can help further the team. That will happen if they either develop into the players they were drafted to be or if they have bounce-back seasons. These are the five players who fit that narrative at this point. Caleb Williams Caleb Williams is coming into his second training camp with some pressure on him. The Bears need him to take a significant step forward, and it all starts with a strong summer. Not only has Chicago given him one of the brightest offensive minds to develop him, but they've also continued to make him a top priority. That includes overhauling the interior offensive line with the additions of Joe Thuney, Jonah Jackson and Drew Dalman, as well as new weapons in rookies Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III. Although Williams didn't light the world on fire in his rookie season, he still had one of the best seasons a QB has ever had for the Bears. Although that's not saying much, it's a promising sign of what may be ahead. Rome Odunze Rome Odunze wasn't the best or even the second-best rookie wide receiver in 2024. Part of that was on him, but part of it was on Matt Eberflus and the former coaching staff, which was in flux all season long. In 2025, Odunze will aim to develop into the high-end NFL wide receiver he was drafted to be in the first round. His cohesion with Caleb Williams is already there, and they can help each other. With a strong training camp and preseason, Odunze can set the tone for a breakout season. With Ben Johnson at the helm, Odunze can be put in a position that some of Detroit's receivers have been in over the last handful of years. This training camp will be big for him, learning the playbook and becoming an impact contributor. Ozzy Trapilo Ozzy Trapilo, although a rookie, can come into training camp and steal Braxton Jones' job at left tackle. It isn't likely to happen right away, but you just never know. Jones isn't a bad tackle, but you always look to upgrade if you don't have one of the elites. If Trapilo, who impressed during the offseason program, has a big training camp, he will insert his name into the regular mix of linemen protecting Caleb Williams, who was sacked an NFL-leading 68 times last year. Trapilo is talented enough to steal a starting job throughout 2025. It starts with camp. Jaquan Brisker One of the biggest questions entering the 2025 season is the health status of Jaquan Brisker. He missed the final 12 games of the 2024 season due to a concussion, which made it three straight years that he had that type of injury. Brisker may have come back had the Bears not lost 10 games in a row while he was out, but that's not certain. It is certain that there was no point in rushing anything with the state of the team. At this camp, he will learn Dennis Allen's defense, which should work very well for a player of his skill set. If Brisker can stay on the field for an entire season, a big year may be ahead for him. During training camp, he needs to get his body and mind into game shape. Montez Sweat Montez Sweat is in the conversation for the best player on the Bears. Jaylon Johnson and a couple of players on offense may have something to say about that, but Sweat is relied on to be their premier pass rusher. He can't do it all by himself, but he can lead the charge. Chicago didn't add as much to the defensive line as they did to the offensive line, which may be an issue. That means Sweat has a lot of extra responsibility, which means he needs to have a big training camp. Sweat was outstanding when the Bears first acquired him in 2023. He didn't, however, have quite as good a year in 2024. He wasn't bad; he just appeared to be a bit banged up. If he can get off to a good start, he may be able to cover some of the holes that Chicago has on the defensive front.
