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USA Today
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- Sport
- USA Today
Bills' Josh Allen on Sean McDermott, what bringing a Super Bowl to Buffalo would mean
Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott has had one of the more successful runs in his tenure leading the team, both in the franchise's history as well as in the NFL landscape during that timeline. While the run has not, at times, been without scrutiny. Whether it is because the Bills are still working to get past the AFC Championship (and the Kansas City Chiefs) in the postseason, or due to occasional situational playcalling or decision-making in games, McDermott bears the brunt of the criticism for better or worse, typically taking responsibility to the public and press as the head coach. While noise off the field is amplified in the social media age, his impact on the field can be seen and felt among the players, who support him. Bills quarterback and reigning NFL MVP, Josh Allen, recently spoke with NFL Network about that impact headed into McDermott's ninth season with Buffalo, and how it might be different. "I think he really gives his players the freedom to be themselves," He said. "I think early on in my career, you know, being a new head coach in this league, you know, wanting to kind of control things." The QB also shed light on how McDermott's philosophy and outlook towards rookies and trusting them have developed over his time as a head coach in the NFL. "he's learned over the course since I've been here of just like, you know what. Like we're drafting these guys. Let's let them be them. Right. Like we're drafting them for a reason. We brought them here for a reason. But the culture, the environment, the guys that they bring into this locker room, it's curated." When asked what bringing a Lombardi trophy would mean to the Bills fanbase in Buffalo and to Allen himself, the MVP was to the point. "It continues to drive us, you know, internally, I want to do it, you know, for selfish reasons. But when you have everybody in the city, in Western New York, for that matter, and Bills Mafia across the globe rooting for you, it makes you play that much harder, it makes you train that much harder, and that's the only thing that's on my mind during camp." Prior to the Bills' most recent postseason run, McDermott himself also spoke about how deeply he cares about bringing an NFL Championship home to Buffalo. 'I bleed for that. I bleed for that win,' McDermott said. 'And that's real. What I want for people, for these fans, is for the true light to be shown on what this place really is.'
Newsweek
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Washington Commanders Star Reacts to NFL Top 100 List
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Coming in at No. 70, Washington Commanders star linebacker Frankie Luvu finds himself on the NFL Top 100 list this season. The veteran linebacker took to social media to react to his placement, showing appreciation for his presence on the list. "Forever grateful," he wrote on the social media platform, X. "Luvu, he's exciting," said Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons. "Frankie is a very high-energy guy," Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman said. "Turn on the tape, bro is all across the field for sure." Lane Johnson, who played Luvu and the Commanders three times last season, had nothing but positive things to say about his rival. "We play those guys two times, sometimes three times a year, and you gain respect," the Philadelphia Eagles lineman stated. "It's fun when you're going against an extreme competitor. Some guys, you can tell that it means a lot to him. He's one of those guys." Frankie Luvu #4 of the Washington Commanders looks on against the Philadelphia Eagles at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. Frankie Luvu #4 of the Washington Commanders looks on against the Philadelphia Eagles at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Landover, 28, entered the NFL in 2018 out of Washington State. Unlike most starting linebackers in the NFL, Luvu didn't join the league as a high-end pick, who was expected to produce right away. In 2018, Luvu was an undrafted prospect who started his NFL career with the New York Jets. During his rookie season, Luvu appeared in 14 games. He combined 22 tackles and collected three sacks. While he never became a full-time starter for the Jets, he did enough to get on the Carolina Panthers' radar when he became a free agent in 2021. Luvu signed a one-year deal with the Panthers. He appeared in 16 games, even collecting a career-high four starts at the time. During his first year in Carolina, Luvu produced 43 tackles and seven sacks. By 2022, Luvu inked a two-year deal with the Panthers. From that point on, he has thrived in the NFL. By the time Luvu reached the final season of his deal with the Panthers in 2023, he produced 125 tackles and 5.5 sacks in 17 games of action. Luvu hit the free agency market last spring and earned a notable offer from Washington. The Commanders inked Luvu to a reported $31 million contract. During his first season in Washington, Luvu collected 99 tackles, seven pass deflections, one interception, and eight sacks. He was a key defensive contributor for the Commanders, who put together an impressive NFC Championship run. Next season, the Commanders hope to be right back in contention for an NFL Championship. Luvu will continue playing a pivotal role for the organization. For more Washington Commanders and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Oldest living NFL star Rosey Grier stopped an assassin and became a TV legend at 93
Oldest living NFL star Rosey Grier stopped an assassin and became a TV legend at 93 (Image Via X) Not many people can say they won an NFL championship, stopped a presidential assassin, and hosted their own TV show. Rosey Grier can. His journey is one of the most surprising and inspiring stories in sports and American history. From football fields to national news headlines, his life has been full of powerful moments that still amaze people today. Rosey Grier played for NFL giants and later protected lives off the field Born on July 14, 1932, Rosey Grier turned 93 recently. One of the oldest still living former NFL athletes is he. Grier was picked by the New York Giants in 1955 after finishing Penn State. Having spent seven years with the Giants, he contributed in 1956 to their victory of the NFL Championship. He three times garnered All-Pro accolades and twice became a Pro Bowl player over that period. Grier was sent to the Los Angeles Rams in 1963. With Deacon Jones, Merlin Olsen, and Lamar Lundy, he then joined one of the most feared defensive lines in NFL history dubbed the "Fearsome Foursome. " Grier played four more seasons with the Rams until he retired in 1966 because of a ruptured Achilles tendon. But Grier's narrative didn't stop with football. During his bodyguard duty for U. S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy in 1968, he gained heroism. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lana Green Is Retiring - Her Final Jewelry Pieces Are 80% Off Design Craft Weekly Read More Undo Senator Kennedy was shot by a gunman called Sirhan Sirhan on June 5, 1968, inside the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. Grier was at that time defending Ethel, Kennedy's pregnant wife. Hearing the gunshots, he rushed to the scene and aided Sirhan in disarming himself, hence preventing more damage. Grier later said he grabbed the gun and held back irate people from assaulting the attacker, aiming to stop violence rather than more. Rosey Grier became a TV host , actor, and political voice after football Rosey Grier was lauded all throughout the nation following the unexpected night in 1968. He developed an entertainment career using that concentration. From 1968 to 1970, he ran The Rosey Grier Show on KABC-TV. Later, he appeared on over 70 television programs including I Dream of Jeannie, Daniel Boone, and The White Shadow. Also Read: Patrick Mahomes Expresses Alarm Over Possible 18-Game NFL Season And Player Safety Grier even became involved in politics and worked as a singer. In the 1980s, he backed Ronald Reagan and once contemplated running for governor of California in 2017. Rosey Grier's tale reminds the globe today, at 93, of how one person may lead several lives and influence history. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
29-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Archie Manning 'excited' Jaxson Dart landed with New York Giants
Some of the New York Giants' greatest successes in their century-long history have come with an Ole Miss alum under center. In the 1950s, there was Charlie Conerly, who led the Giants to the 1956 NFL Championship. His No. 42 was retired by Big Blue after a stellar 14-year career. Next came Eli Manning, who would break almost every relevant franchise passing record and win two Super Bowls, in which he was named MVP in both. Eli's No. 10 is also retired by the Giants. Manning's father, Archie, is perhaps the most celebrated of all of the Rebels' quarterbacks. He is the patriarch of the Manning quarterback dynasty and founder of the Manning Passing Academy. The latest Ole Miss product is Giants' first-round pick Jaxson Dart, who is an MPA alumnus. Both Archie and Eli are big backers of Dart, who is projected to be the Giants' franchise quarterback of the future. Dart will start the season as a backup to starter Russell Wilson, but many experts are predicting that he will see the field sooner rather than later. The Giants have mapped out a development program for Dart and appear to be intent on following it, but his learning curve seems to be flatter than they initially anticipated.
New York Post
03-06-2025
- General
- New York Post
Vikings legend Jim Marshall dead at 87 after ‘lengthy hospitalization'
Minnesota Vikings legend Jim Marshall died Tuesday after a 'lengthy hospitalization,' the team announced. He was 87. Known as 'The Captain,' Marshall joined the Vikings in their inaugural season in 1961 after being traded to Minnesota from the Browns after his rookie season. The defensive end would then play 270 straight games over 19 seasons with the Vikings, setting an NFL record that stood for three decades until quarterback Brett Favre broke it in 2009. 3 Jim Marshall pictured in his Vikings uniform in 1964. New York Post Never missing a game, Marshall was a headliner among Minnesota's iconic 'Purple People Eaters' defense. 'The entire Minnesota Vikings organization is mourning the loss of Jim Marshall. No player in Vikings history lived the ideals of toughness, camaraderie and passion more than the all-time iron man,' said Vikings president Mark Wilf, Vikings owner Zygi Wilf and the Wilf family ownership group in a statement. 3 Jim Marshall (left) sits on the Vikings bench alongside fellow defensive linemen Carl Eller (middle) and Alan Page (right).'A cornerstone of the franchise from the beginning, Captain Jim's unmatched durability and quiet leadership earned the respect of teammates and opponents throughout his 20-year career.' Marshall was a team captain for 14 seasons, a two-time Pro Bowler and played in all four of the franchise's Super Bowl appearances. He won an NFL Championship in 1969 in the final season before the NFL-AFL merger in 1970. 3 Jim Marshall pictured in 2018. Star Tribune via Getty Images While sacks were not an official statistic throughout Marshall's 20 years in the league, Pro Football Reference credited him for 130.5 sacks, which ranked third at the time of his retirement and would currently tie him at 22nd in league history. 'Jim led by example, and there was no finer example for others to follow,' the Wilf family continued in their statement. 'His impact on the Vikings was felt long after he left the field. Jim will always be remembered as a tremendous player and person. Our hearts are with his wife, Susan, and all of Jim's loved ones.'
