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USA Today
2 days ago
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- USA Today
Dolphins NFL draft rewind: Miami nabs a second Big Ten DT Jordan Phillips
After navigating up the draft board to select Arizona offensive lineman Jonah Savaiinaea in the second round, the Dolphins received a fifth-round pick from the Las Vegas Raiders as part of the deal. Miami used that fifth-round selection to draft Maryland defensive tackle Jordan Phillips with the No. 143 overall pick. The 6'3, 305-pound defensive lineman joined Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant as the second Dolphins defensive tackle by way of the Big Ten. Phillips began his collegiate career at Tennessee as a three-star signee in the 2022 class. After redshirting with the Vols, Phillips transferred to Maryland where he morphed into a starter. Phillips started 23 games over his final two collegiate seasons with the Terps, tallying 57 tackles and 2.5 tackles for loss in the 2023 and 2024 campaigns. After not recording a collegiate sack, Phillips needs to show that he can develop into a productive pass-rusher or that he can at least be a consistent run plugger in the pros. Let's revisit the Dolphins' fifth-round choice, including reaction from Miami to the selection and the Dolphins' impression of Phillips since making the pick: Miami Dolphins DT Jordan Phillips Stats: 28 games played, 23 starts, 58 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss What the Dolphins said after drafting Jordan Phillips "With Jordan, one thing is he is a really good run stopper, run player," Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said in April after selecting Phillips. "So what he was asked to do for them, he excelled in what he could do. We had some of our coaches working the East-West game and he was there and really showed some stuff in the pass rush stuff when different stance, different techniques he was being taught down there. "So for us, we were excited watching that and I know Coach (Anthony) Weaver was the first one who came to us and Austin (Clark) were like, 'Hey, watch this from the East-West and what he was doing.' He's 20 years old, has an unbelievable love for football, so we do think there's some things we can unlock with him. At the Senior Bowl, Mike Locksley was the one who told me, he said, 'This kid will be an even better player in the pros.' He said he's so young still in what he can do, so we're excited for him." Jordan Phillips' comments on joining the Dolphins Phillips had multiple years of collegiate eligibility remaining, but the Terps star shared why he felt the time was right to jump into the NFL ranks in April after the Dolphins chose him. "Honestly, I go about my business like a grown man and I'm mature enough to do so," Phillips said. "And on the field, I'm violent, I'm aggressive. I'm able to have great production and help out my team in an effective way and all those things are what you need in order to be sustainable in the NFL in order to be a great player." Phillips is looking forward to the combination that he and Grant will form together. "Kenneth Grant, very talented, very athletic for a big guy," Phillips said. "I got a chance to see him a little bit during the Shrine Bowl. I got a chance to just be around him. I didn't see him perform at the Shrine Bowl, but he's definitely athletic and just physical at the point of attack and his game definitely does stand out to me. And I think that us together, we'll do some special things together." Dolphins' rookie minicamp update Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver spoke with reporters in May after Miami's rookie minicamp and shared some of his initial thoughts on the defensive tackles that the Dolphins selected. In addition to both Grant and Phillips, Miami also added Georgia Tech defensive tackle Zeek Biggers in the seventh round. "Thrilled about the draft process. It was a collective work of so many, just targeting the guys that we did," Weaver said. "Really happy about Jordan Phillips, guy who was kind of under the radar a little bit, but the way he plays on film and just the person that he is, it's the same thing. He's going to reach that ceiling." Phillips joins the Dolphins after earning a 71.4 overall defensive grade from Pro Football Focus last season. The hope will be that Phillips can help plug the Dolphins' defensive interior straight away.
USA Today
5 days ago
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- USA Today
Top offensive player for every Big Ten team in 2025
The Big Ten is one of the most loaded conferences when it comes to offensive talent. Whether it be electrifying wide receivers, steady running backs, or clutch QBs, each program has at least one superb athlete amongst their ranks. Here are the top offensive platers for every Big Ten team headed into 2025. Illinois: Luke Altmyer Without two of his most productive receivers from last year, Luke Altmyer will look to continue making clutch plays in the biggest of moments. In order for the Illini to break through into the College Football Playoff, Altmyer must maintain the standards set last year, when he totaled 560 yards with six touchdowns and no interceptions in Illinois' top-25 victories. Look for Altmyer to continue to be efficient, ranking 34th in the nation in that regard last year. The sky's the limit for Altmyer if he persists in his ascension as an elite Big Ten QB. Indiana: Elijah Sarratt New QB? Should be no problem for the likes of Elijah Sarratt. The rising junior is quickly becoming one of the most reliable receivers in the Big Ten. This season, with Fernando Mendoza at the helm, must be no different. In 2024, he tied for 10th overall on Indiana's receiving yardage (957) and receiving touchdowns (8) charts. If his rapport with Mendoza is anything like it was with Rourke, his stats could skyrocket yet again this season. Look out for the man they call "Waffle House." Iowa: Mark Gronowski While Kamari Moulton and Jaziun Patterson form a highly potent 1-2 punch in the backfield, it is the transfer of Mark Gronowski that immediately gives this offense significant upside. The former FCS man has the tools to have a stellar transition to FBS play, as evidenced by his 10,330 yards with the Jackrabbits of South Dakota State. Most importantly for his development, Iowa now have the requisite weapons for a QB of Gronowski's caliber to thrive. Look for him to develop a scary connection with potential breakout star Reece Vander Zee. Iowa's offense will be putrid no more with Gronowski at the helm. Maryland: Jalil Farooq The Terps have very little in the way of impact players on offense due to the mass exits of several key players to pastures new. However, one incoming talent could emerge as a potential beacon of hope for what should be a worrying Terps squad. Oklahoma transfer Jalil Farooq at the very least offers the Terps experience and savvy at the wide receiver position, and brings with him over 1,200 career receiving yards from the Sooners. While the QB who will be throwing to him is yet to be decided, they will be glad a receiver like Farooq is on the roster. Michigan State: Nick Marsh Elijah Tau-Tolliver certainly could make a case with his pedigree coming from Sacramento State, but I choose the upside of Marsh at the wide receiver position. Only a sophomore, Marsh has already hit the ground running with the Spartans in a breakout freshman season. He led the team in receiving yards with 649, tied for the lead in TD receptions, and was second in overall receptions. This offensive will certainly have a different feel to it this year, and Marsh will be a huge part of it. I would not be surprised if Marsh led all the same statistical categories for the Spartans this year as well. Michigan: Justice Haynes We don't know how Bryce Underwood will look come the first game of the season, so for now, I cannot bring myself to pick the five-star talent. Alabama transfer Justice Haynes could be equally as important to the success of the Wolverines anyway. The workhorse back continues the brand of physicality the Wolverines love in their RBs, and Haynes will help set that tone along with the upside of Underwood this season. While he only had 448 yards with the Tide last year, Haynes hasn't even reached his pinnacle yet. With a freak talent with a lot of potential in the backfield this year, we could be hearing Haynes's name a lot more now that he's a Wolverine. Minnesota: Darius Taylor One of the best workhorse backs in the entire conference, Taylor will carry a hefty load this year for the Golden Gophers. With true freshman Drake Lindsey potentially earning the starting QB Job, Taylor must continue to be the ultimate bell cow for Minnesota. The All-Big Ten Honorable Mention rushed for just under 1,000 yards and had a team-leading 10 touchdowns. He was also a threat in the pass game, catching 54 balls for 350 yards and 2 touchdowns. Look for him to be Drake Lindsey's get-out-of-jail free card early and often this season. Nebraska: Dylan Raiola Dylan Raiola may not ever be the best quarterback in the Big Ten, but he certainly displayed the traits last year to prove he's competent enough for the Cornhuskers. He completed 67% of his passes, throwing for 2,819 yards. Unfortunately, he only had 13 touchdowns to show for it. If he gains consistency, that number should skyrocket this season. Finishing third amongst all freshmen in passing yards gives Nebraska fans hope that that trait sticks with him for the next three years as well. This choice is also more about the lack of weapons Nebraska has around Raiola than anything. With new reinforcements throughout his career, look for him to continue to make these types of lists. Northwestern: Cam Porter There is no steadier running back in the Big Ten than Cam Porter. The sixth-year senior has been a stalwart for the Wildcats and will look to continue to produce despite the overall ineptitude of the Northwestern offense. Combined with SMU transfer Preston Stone, Northwestern could actually shock some middling Big Ten squads. Especially if Porter gets upward of 120 carries yet again and continues to average right around 4-5 yards per carry. He may not be pretty in terms of his play style, but he certainly gets the job done well. Ohio State: Jeremiah Smith You didn't have to even read this far to know who would represent the Buckeyes on this list. In fact, if you're a fan of a Big Ten school, you're probably already dreading what this young man will do to your school over the next two or so years. The only real question we can have about Smith is how many more records this kid can break? With another stellar quarterback taking the reins in Columbus in either Julian Sayin or Lincoln Kienholz, Smith is primed for even more electrifying moments. You can hope and pray it won't happen to your school as hard as you can, but chances are Smith will make some big plays. Oregon: Dakorien Moore This time, I will pick a true freshman from the ranks of one of the Big Ten's elite squads. The fact that he comes from the Ducks will certainly shock some people. Nevertheless, when you look at Moore's high school stats, you will soon see why I have undeniable faith in his success in Eugene. In his high school career, Moore has over 4,400 receiving yards, 48 touchdowns and averaged 20.2 yards per catch, including a junior campaign where he had 1,523 yards and 18 scores. Dan Lanning will be elated should Moore live up to his lofty potential. Penn State: Nicholas Singleton This certainly could have been Drew Allar after a breakthrough campaign, but I'm choosing perhaps the best running back in the entire nation in Nicholas Singleton. The more versatile of Penn State's electric tandem, Singleton will be taking no prisoners this year in his push for a national title. He already is fifth all time in rushing touchdowns at Penn State and tenth in rushing yardage with 2,912. If he continues to ascend the all-time ranks and seals his illustrious career in Happy Valley with a CFP title, he will most definitely be one of the biggest legends in Penn State history. Purdue: Devin Mockobee Another one of the Big Ten's most consistent backs, Mockobee has to ply his trade in a much more anemic offense. That has not slowed his steadiness or his loyalty to the Boilermakers. In his three years with the program, he has already amassed over 2,400 rushing yards and 19 rushing touchdowns. This will be his toughest season without a security blanket, Max Klare, to open up avenues in the run game for him and, most importantly, for Purdue to take advantage of both of their skillsets. If Mockobee is to have another career year, he will have to do it alone. He is certainly capable of it. Rutgers: Ian Strong Ian Strong is the definition of consistency, especially a Scarlet Knights team that is beginning to preach longevity and dedication in the second Greg Schiano era. The Honorable Mention All-Big Ten player did things no other Scarlet Knight had done in almost 15 years and still has two years of eligibility left. A team that has also most recently preached physicality with a more running-oriented attack would now like to expand into new horizons, and Strong could be a big part of that revolution. Look for Ian Strong to be one of Rutgers' most integral stars over the next two years. UCLA: Jaivian Thomas UCLA is seemingly a team with a lot of depth in its offense, but little production stemming from it. We don't know how the QB room will look, and the receivers leave much to be desired. That is why I chose impressive Cal transfer Jaivian Thomas amidst all the chaos. Usurping one of the great running backs of the past three years in Jadyn Ott at Cal was no easy feat, yet the sophomore had the lion's share of carries. In just 100 carries, he rushed for 626 yards and seven touchdowns. In a much more wide-open room, those numbers and performances could stand out to Deshaun Foster enough to give him the starting role. USC: Makai Lemon USC is going through significant change on the offensive side of the ball, as the Miller Moss project didn't pan out, and both Branch brothers are out the door. That leaves two competent receivers who produce in different. Lemon though, looks to be the standout between him and Ja'Kobi Lane. While Lane had more touchdowns, Lemon produced more yards, showcasing his reliability. In a first full season for Jayden Maiava, that could be all he needs to be successful. If Lemon can prove to be a 1,000-yard receiver while still maintaining his route flexibility, USC could be in for a much more prolific season than they expected. Washington: Jonah Coleman While sophomores Demond Williams and Adam Mohammed offer a lot of raw upside and dynamism in the backfield, it is Jonah Coleman who offers the air of experience and efficiency required for this Washington offense to truly break off. Another steady workhorse back, Coleman perfectly balances out the unpredictable nature Williams brings to the table and the breakaway abilities of Mohammed. With 1,053 yards and 10 touchdowns last year, Coleman continued to remind everyone that even Batman needs a Robin. He has been one of the best Big Ten sidekicks in recent years and will continue that narrative in his final season. Wisconsin: Vinny Anthony II Vinny Anthony is not the sexiest Big Ten wide receiver, nor is he known for the highlight-reel kind of plays some on this list are capable of. He does get the job done effectively for the Badgers. In an offense holding out for heroes, Anthony has been a paragon of consistency throughout his career. With 672 yards and four touchdowns last year, Anthony proved that sometimes less is more. His 17.2 yards per catch furthers that sentiment and shows that Billy Edwards, the Maryland transfer, just has to feed him the ball, and great things will happen. Anthony is certainly capable of 1,000 yards, but the team has to support him better for him to reach that pinnacle.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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- Yahoo
How to watch the NCAA lacrosse Final Four: TV, schedule and odds
The NCAA men's and women's lacrosse Division I Tournament semifinals begin Friday in Massachusetts, with eight teams vying for a pair of national championships. The Memorial Day weekend event is an annual tradition beloved by lacrosse fans, and it's a ritual several programs take part in regularly. Maryland men's lacrosse, for example, returns to the Final Four thanks to a recent win over Georgetown in the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals. The Terps lost in the national championship game a season ago, but won the title in 2022. Can they get over the hump this season and secure the third championship of coach John Tillman's tenure? Advertisement Here's this weekend's schedule and how to watch the action. How can I watch? All of the games will air on ESPN networks. The women's semifinals Friday will both be broadcast on ESPNU, with ESPN2 the home for Saturday's men's semifinals. Both championship games get top billing on ESPN, with the women playing Sunday afternoon and the men competing for a championship on Memorial Day. Men's schedule Saturday No. 1 Cornell vs. No. 5 Penn State, noon, ESPN2 No. 2 Maryland vs. No. 6 Syracuse, 2:30 p.m., ESPN2 Each game will air on ESPN2, with the Terps starting their game roughly 30 minutes after Cornell-Penn State concludes. Maryland beat Syracuse, 11-7, earlier this season on Feb. 15. Terps goalkeeper Logan McNaney racked up 12 saves in a stifling defensive performance. Advertisement Monday No. 1 Cornell/No. 5 Penn State vs. No. 2 Maryland/No. 6 Syracuse, 1 p.m., ESPN Cornell and Maryland have not met this season, although the Terps and Nittany Lions played twice this year. Maryland won both of those Big Ten matchups. Women's schedule Friday No. 1 North Carolina 20, No. 4 Florida 4 No. 3 Northwestern 12, No. 2 Boston College 11 Sunday No. 1 North Carolina vs. No. 3 Northwestern, noon, ESPN Where are the games being played? Both the men's and women's semifinal and championship matches will be held at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The stadium is home to the NFL's New England Patriots. Advertisement Gillette Stadium is scheduled to host the Final Four again in 2028. What's the weather look like? According to the National Weather Service, Saturday will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 59 degrees. There's a chance of showers mainly between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., well before the first men's semifinal starts. For the championship games on Sunday and Monday, temperatures are expected in the 60s with no precipitation and light wind. Related Articles Have a news tip? Contact sports editor Bennett Conlin at bconlin@ 410-332-6200 and
Washington Post
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Maryland men's basketball signs five-star prospect Darius Adams
The future of the Maryland men's basketball team continued to gain momentum Monday afternoon, when Terrapins Coach Buzz Williams announced the signing of Darius Adams, a McDonald's all-American and one of the most heralded recruits in program history. The 6-foot-5, five-star guard from Manchester, New Jersey, becomes the fourth-highest-rated prospect for the Terps since such rankings began. Adams is rated No. 15 overall in the Class of 2025 by Rivals, No. 18 by On3 and No. 23 by 247Sports. Only Diamond Stone, Derik Queen and Jalen Smith ranked higher than Adams, who spent his final two years of high school at La Lumiere in La Porte, Indiana.
USA Today
12-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
5-star OT Immanuel Iheanacho makes major recruiting change; Oregon Football stands to gain
5-star OT Immanuel Iheanacho makes major recruiting change; Oregon Football stands to gain There are a handful of big fish remaining on the Oregon Ducks 2026 recruiting board, and on Friday, Dan Lanning and Company got some great news concerning one of the top prospects. 5-star offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho announced that he is changing his official visit schedule this summer, adding and subtracting a couple of teams, and setting a commitment date for August 5. The 247Sports Composite rates Iheanacho as the No. 4 overall player in the 2026 class and the No. 2 OT. One of the biggest announcements from Iheanacho is which schools he plans to take official visits to. The Ducks will get his last visit on on June 20, which is always a plus in the recruiting world to get the final word before a commitment. On top of that, Iheanacho plans to take OVs to LSU, Penn State, and Auburn. Most notably, Alabama is off of the list, as is Maryland. For those following Iheanacho's recruitment, the Terrapins — Iheanacho's hometown school — have been considered one of the top candidates to land him. While not taking an OV to Maryland doesn't exactly mean he won't end up with other Terps, it's a big development. Iheanacho also told 247Sports that the Ducks are currently leading his recruitment and did not mention Maryland among his top schools. "Right now I would say it's (Oregon), LSU, Penn State and Auburn," he said, via 247Sports. "Probably in that order. I feel like the OVs can be the changing difference." Contact/Follow @Ducks_Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinions.
