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USA Today
a day ago
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- USA Today
Dolphins 2nd year RB: 'I know I can be a top back in this league'
Jaylen Wright showed promise during his rookie season with the Miami Dolphins, but his production dropped off in the back half of the year and he still hasn't recorded his first touchdown. Heading into his second season in Miami, the running back is confident much better days are coming soon. 'I just really feel like, and I know I can be a top back in this league," Wright said Thursday in an appearance on Up & Adams. "I feel like just my skill set, my ability, and the system I'm in, it sets me up to be great." The Dolphins are similarly confident in Wright's abilities. The team traded away a 2025 third-round pick to get the fourth-round pick it used to take Wright in the 2024 NFL draft. And now the team is expecting the second-year back to step into the shoes of veteran Raheem Mostert, who was released by the Dolphins in February. Miami head coach Mike McDaniel is also hopeful that a year spent with Mostert, De'Von Achane, and Jeff Wilson Jr. will yield dividends. 'I think Jaylen Wright benefited tremendously from coming into the league in a very competitive room," McDaniel told reporters in June. "I think when that's the case, you learn how little room for error you have to execute your job responsibilities or to have complete ownership of your assignments, because if you're a hair off, or a hair late, or a hair indecisive, there's decisive people who are talented that can contribute to the team." Now Wright appears primed to join Achane as part of a one-two punch in the Dolphins backfield. "In the pass game, I'm going to be way more involved this year," Wright said on the Up & Adams Show. "Way more involved in everything. Run game, pass game, pass protection, everything."
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Kay Adams Doesn't Hold Back About Broncos QB Bo Nix
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. The 2025 NFL season is about to pick up steam with teams beginning training camp in about a week. Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos are going to enter the upcoming campaign as one of the most intriguing teams in the league. Last season, the Broncos made a surprising run to the playoffs. Led by their rookie quarterback Nix, Denver finished the year with a 10-7 record. Unfortunately, the Broncos were unable to pull off a win in the Wild Card round of the playoffs against the Buffalo Bills, but the future is extremely bright. Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos warms up before the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field At Mile High on January 05, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos warms up before the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field At Mile High on January 05, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. Photo byEntering his second season, Nix is expected to take another big jump. If his rookie season was any indication, Denver has a potential superstar on its hands. Read more: Former QB Delivers Strong Words on Lamar Jackson, Ravens Outlook With that in mind, talk show host Kay Adams did not hold back recently when talking about Nix. During a segment on her "Up & Adams Show," Adams spoke out boldly about the Broncos' second-year quarterback. She is clearly expecting a year two leap from Nix. "Bo Nix, 4,000-plus [passing] yards. I like this one a lot. ... Once Bo got comfy last year, he completely lit it up. If you take his final 10 [games] of the year and pace that out over a full season, that is a 4,300-yard, 41-touchdown pace," Adams said. "And now he's got more weapons as he heads into year two. Give me all the Bo Nix stock for 2025." What weapons did Denver add for Nix during the 2025 NFL offseason? The Broncos went out and added tight end Evan Engram, running backs J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, and wide receiver Pat Bryant. Add those talented players to a group that has Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims Jr., and Troy Franklin and the offense looks even better. Read more: Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes Has No Words After Team's Latest Move Throughout the course of the 2024 NFL season, Nix played in all 17 regular season games. He completed 66.3 percent of his pass attempts for 3,775 yards, 29 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, while also picking up 430 yards and scoring four touchdowns on the ground. At just 25 years old, Nix is one of the top up-and-coming quarterbacks in the NFL. He has the potential to become a legitimate superstar and has the Broncos looking like a legitimate contender once again. Denver will start off the 2025 NFL season with a Week 1 matchup at home against the Tennessee Titans on September 7. For more Denver Broncos and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jordan Spieth Reveals His Feelings on Cooper Flagg Being Drafted by Mavericks
Jordan Spieth Reveals His Feelings on Cooper Flagg Being Drafted by Mavericks originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Jordan Spieth is currently recovering from an injury he sustained during the Travelers Championship while awaiting the arrival of his third baby. With July already here, preparations are in full swing in the Spieth household, as the star revealed in the latest episode of "Up & Adams Show". Advertisement However, his personal life wasn't the only topic he discussed. As a Dallas native and major Mavericks fan, he also weighed in on the recent Cooper Flagg trade. When Kay Adams asked him if he felt Flagg to Dallas or Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets would be more impactful, Spieth answered without hesitation. "I think it's pretty predictable to think that Durant to the Rockets is a huge add," he said. "The Mavs have to stay healthy. Cooper's potential is as high as anybody that we've seen in a long time. But Kyrie's going to be coming back late, AD needs to stay healthy." Dallas Mavericks first overall pick Cooper Flagg speaks to the media during a press conference.© Jerome Miron-Imagn Images "If you get a healthy AD and we stay in it as Kyrie comes around, we're still looking at a five‑ or six‑seed in the West when he returns. At that point, the Mavs are set up to win now as well," Spieth continued. Advertisement "But to answer your question, I think it's an obvious answer that Durant on the Rockets would be a bigger impact. To have a chance to win now and to look forward to the next 20 years, maybe have our Dirk or our Luka in Cooper Flagg. Everyone's very excited about Cooper here. I hope he feels that." Luka Doncic's trade to the Los Angeles Lakers was widely criticized by fans. The management thus wants to redeem itself with Flagg in the upcoming season. Related: Max Homa Makes Surprising Revelation About Wife Lacey Homa and Golfer Rickie Fowler This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jordan Spieth Didn't Hesitate to Name the Kevin Durant of Golf
Jordan Spieth Didn't Hesitate to Name the Kevin Durant of Golf originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Jordan Spieth is enjoying a break after withdrawing from the Travelers Championship in June. His wife, Annie Verrett is due this month, and the Spieth family is excited to welcome their new fourth member. Advertisement Amid it all, Spieth appeared on the "Up & Adams Show" on Monday, where he and host Kay Adams covered a wide range of topics, yet one moment truly stood out. After discussing the recent Kevin Durant trade to the Houston Rockets, Adams asked Spieth who the Durant of today's golfing world would be. Spieth answered without hesitation. "Recently, it's been Scottie Scheffler," he said. "You're talking about the person who's just going to step up and throw 25, 8, 6 on you every night. Scottie's been the best historic‑type ball striker the last three, four years. That would make the game about as easy as it gets, which is how Durant can make it look when he's on." Jordan Spieth reacts to his drive off the 18th tee during the third round of the Memorial Tournament.© Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images "Durant's been that way since he was in college. It's crazy. He had some gruesome injuries, still came back, still the same guy. Now he gets to get a little fire lit under him with some young talent and pressure to perform in what would be his last years." Spieth continued. Advertisement "Scottie's a little younger. He's got a bigger runway, but to be a Kevin Durant-type player over your career in golf, you have to keep doing it for a long time. Scottie's the best comparison lately, for sure." he added. Scheffler is enjoying a break as well. He last appeared at the Travelers Championship, finishing tied for sixth with a score of 12‑under par. The world No. 1 will return to the course at the Scottish Open, which begins Thursday, July 10. Related: Jordan Spieth Reveals His Feelings on Cooper Flagg Being Drafted by Mavericks This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Patrick Mahomes' Teammate Sends Major Warning to NFL About Chiefs QB
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. The 2025 NFL season is coming up fast, which means that Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs will start their revenge tour soon. Last season, the Chiefs made another run to the Super Bowl. They were in pursuit of a three-peat, but were denied in the final game by the Philadelphia Eagles. Kansas City has pondered that loss all offseason long and is ready to get back on the field. Mahomes has been locked in this offseason. He hasn't talked much, but his mindset is clear with training camp about to start up this month. Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs throws a pass during the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs throws a pass during the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo byAhead of training camp, one Mahomes' teammates has spoken out about the superstar quarterback. That teammate was none other than second-year wide receiver Xavier Worthy. Read more: Adam Schefter Sends Stern TJ Watt Warning to Steelers In a recent appearance on the "Up & Adams Show," Worthy sent a warning about Mahomes to the rest of the NFL. "He in a different mode right now," the young wideout said. That mindset has always been a championship or bust mindset. However, this season he has something to prove. Mahomes was not happy with how the 2024 season ended and he has had that sour taste in his mouth for months. Looking back at the 2024 season, Mahomes played in 16 regular season games. He completed 67.5 percent of his pass attempts for 3,928 yards, 26 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, while also running for 307 yards and two more scores. During the postseason, Mahomes completed 66.3 percent of his passes for 679 yards, five touchdowns, and two touchdowns in three games. He also picked up 82 yards and scored two more touchdowns on the ground. On the outside looking in, the Chiefs look like a Super Bowl contender once again. Until someone in the AFC beats them in the playoffs, Kansas City deserves to be the favorite. Read more: Bills Linked to Massive Trade That Greatly Benefits Josh Allen Also, as long as Mahomes is under center, the Chiefs are going to remain a top-tier Super Bowl contender at the beginning of the year. Worthy's words are a clear warning to the rest of the NFL. If Mahomes is entering the season in a different mode and plays that way throughout the whole year, opposing defenses should be nervous. Mahomes has unfinished business to tend to this year. It will be interesting to see what kind of season the 29-year-old future Hall of Famer puts together. As of right now, it sounds like he's more locked in than he has been in years past. For more Kansas City Chiefs and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
