Latest news with #Samuel
Irish Independent
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
From shore to studio as Wicklow forager creates art from nature
Samuel and Kasia guided a group along the Bray coastlie, to gather seaweed and coastal plants to bring back to the studio and create a traditional form of photographic print. The process in the studio of creating some truly unique pieces of art was all captured by photographer, Leigh Anderson. In describing the journey from shore to studio, Samuel said it is all about 'merging various art forms to tell the stories of the seaweeds, coasts and streets, he gathers, wades and walks'. As a guide, the emphasis is on 'marrying ancestral skill within the modern landscape'. 'Foraging fosters an intimate relationship with our environment,' Sam says. 'We tap into an ancestral activity. We become part of the flow rather than spectators of the outdoors. We begin to truly care for our environment – the beach we comb, the forest we walk, the derelict land we trespass into, the small slices of wilderness that remain. We start to stand up for it. This is where I believe environmental action truly begins. 'We began our day (in the pouring rain – but with open minds) down at the south end of bray beach. We gathered coastal plants, seaweeds and stories along the walk. Then back to the Mermaid for some foraged nibbles and drinks – meadowsweet kombucha, sleabhac crisps and sugar kelp hummus and nettle seed pesto. Then we went into the studio where we prepared our solution to create photographic images using only the foraged plant material.' Merging their knowledge and experience, Kasia and Samuel bring together their passion for creating and learning with the elements – seaweed, plants, light and shade. "Foraging for nourishment and creating artwork, is an invaluable way to reconnect and therefore care for the environment we come home to,' Sam says. The next workshop 'The Communal Tide', will take place in September. Keep an eye on for confirmation of dates.
Newsweek
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
NFL Insider Links Eagles To Free Agent Defensive Playmaker
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. Cornerback is one of the highly anticipated position battles for the Eagles this summer, with Kelee Ringo and veteran Adoree' Jackson vying for the CB2 spot opposite Quinyon Mitchell. According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Philadelphia may be adding another name to the mix. During a recent radio appearance on 97.5 The Fanatic, Fowler stated that the Eagles have free agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. 'on their radar.' "Asante Samuel Jr., who is coming back from a neck injury, was one of the top free-agent corners,'' Fowler said. "He probably won't sign until late July. I do know the Eagles have thought about that one, and that's on their radar as well." Samuel was a 2021 second-round pick by the Los Angeles Chargers and was their top corner before he suffered a shoulder injury last season. Per ESPN's Kris Rihm, Samuel has been dealing with shoulder issues since his childhood, but doesn't think it will affect his career long-term. He was limited to four games last year and reportedly underwent neck surgery in April, which limited his market during free agency. INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Asante Samuel Jr. #26 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts following an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium on September... INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Asante Samuel Jr. #26 of the Los Angeles Chargers reacts following an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Inglewood, California. MoreThe 25-year-old isn't a strong tackler but has elite coverage skills when healthy, recording 35 pass breakups and six interceptions across his first three seasons. His most notable performance came in an AFC Wild Card Game against the Jaguars, where he picked off Trevor Lawrence three times in the first half. The Eagles are no strangers to Samuel's legacy. His father, Asante Samuel Sr., spent four years in Philadelphia from 2008 to 2011, earning three Pro Bowl selections and an All-Pro nod. His nine interceptions in 2009 were tied for the most in the league with Jairus Byrd, Darren Sharper, and Charles Woodson. If Samuel Jr. gets a clean bill of health following his July checkup, several teams are likely to show interest as they finalize their training camp rosters. There aren't many better landing spots than the Eagles, who are known for taking on reclamation projects and rebuilding their value. Mekhi Becton just signed a $10 million contract after thriving at right guard for Philadelphia. Isaiah Rodgers joined the Eagles while serving a gambling suspension and became a key contributor on their path to winning the championship. Samuel Jr. could be the next redemption story. As it currently stands, the Eagles have Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, Kelee Ringo, Adoree Jackson, Eli Ricks, Mac McWilliams, and Parry Nickerson on their roster at cornerback. Adding another talented name at a low cost is right up Howie Roseman's alley. For more Philadelphia Eagles and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
NFL Expert Labels Commanders' Trade Pickup a 'Guaranteed Riser'
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. A viral clip at mandatory minicamp didn't do Deebo Samuel any favors last week. As Samuel went through a route in practice, a single video clip of the scene surfaced online and led fans to believe that he was out of shape and missed a step. It didn't sit right with Samuel's former teammate, George Kittle, who stars for the San Francisco 49ers. The Washington Commanders dusted it off. Dan Quinn praised his wide receiver, indirectly responding to the narrative that has been built over the past few days. "Somewhere along the way, I'd forgotten until [he was] out here how fast he is," Quinn told reporters last week. "He was such a difficult person to tackle that you spent so much time, 'How are you going to tackle this person?' And so, sometimes when you're playing against the receiver, you say, 'Man, you better either get him at the line or you better be on top of him.' With him, so many times there were so many runs after catch plays that we had a tackling plan, and how would you go about it?" Despite the looks of everything on a single piece of evidence from a spring practice, there hasn't been much real smoke surrounding a narrative that would suggest Samuel's decline is going to reach new lows when he debuts in Washington for the first time this year. Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers runs during an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on October 01, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers runs during an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on October 01, 2023 in Santa Clara, fact, one NFL analyst believes that the veteran wide receiver will improve, listing Samuel among a handful of "guaranteed risers." "Despite his declining production over the last couple seasons in San Francisco, Samuel has been one of the most productive wide receivers since 2021," analyst Marc Ross writes. "Yet, for as good as he was with the 49ers, an argument could be made that the seventh-year veteran is entering the best situation of his career after being traded to Washington this offseason. The change of scenery puts Samuel in an offense that is led by an MVP-caliber quarterback in Jayden Daniels. Also, he'll pair with a true No. 1 receiver in Terry McLaurin to form a dangerous tandem in Kliff Kingsbury's passing attack." The Commanders are on the rise in the NFC. Just last season, they witnessed their rookie quarterback put up elite numbers while becoming one of two NFC East teams to make a playoff bid. Washington upset the third-seeded Tampa Bay Buccaneers before waltzing into Detroit and taking down the top-seeded Lions. The playoff run was stopped short in Philadelphia against the Eagles in the NFC Championship round. Adding Samuel was a priority move for the Commanders, who wanted to stack proven weapons for the young Daniels to keep him sharp. Last season, the young quarterback completed nearly 70 percent of his passes for 3,568 yards. He tossed 25 touchdowns and just nine interceptions. As for Samuel, he's struggled to live up to his third season in the NFL, when he led the league in average yards per catch with 18.2. That year, he caught 77 passes for 1,405 yards. Since then, Samuel has averaged a little over 700 yards per season. The Commanders acquired the veteran after he produced 4,792 yards and 22 receiving touchdowns in San Francisco. He was also a threat on the ground, rushing for over 1,100 yards and scoring 20 touchdowns. For more Washington Commanders and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
49ers star defends former teammate against negative social media discourse
49ers star defends former teammate against negative social media discourse Over the last year or so there's been a growing discussion surrounding former San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel's size and speed with many detractors saying he's overweight and slow. Last season was arguably Samuel's worst in the NFL, as he finished with a career-low 51 receptions for 670 yards and three touchdowns in three games. He also averaged a career-low 3.2 yards per rush, totaling 136 yards gained on the ground. Prior to that, he had caught 283 passes for 4,122 yards and 19 touchdowns while adding another 1,007 yards and 19 scores on 6.3 yards per attempt in 66 games over five seasons. Earlier this offseason, the 49ers sent the 29-year-old to the Washington Commanders in a trade that netted them a 2025 fifth-round pick, which was subsequently used on 21-year-old Oregon running back Jordan James. The willingness to part with a wideout who had been considered one of the best in the league since San Francisco took him in the second round (No. 36 overall) of the 2019 NFL draft for such a weak return indicates that general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan may have seen Samuel's speed take a hit. However, the 49ers have a pretty close locker room, and the players are willing to defend each other from oncoming attacks both on and off the field, and that continues even after they leave the team. Six-time Pro Bowl tight end George Kittle demonstrated that last week when an infamous aggregation account posted a video on social media of Samuel running routes at practice with Washington, insinuating looked bigger and slower. While Samuel didn't exactly appear to be moving too fast during the referenced play, Kittle responded with a simple explanation, saying "It's called group install when players jog through plays. Knock it off." Even 10-time Pro Bowl linebacker Bobby Wagner, who's now teammates with Samuel in Washington, seconded Kittle's insight. Watching Samuel from afar will be interesting in 2025. Will he return to the versatile weapon who could change the game any time he touched the ball, or will he see another down year and potentially drop off even further? Either way, Samuel knows he has Kittle in his corner, even if they're no longer wearing the same jerseys. More 49ers: How 49ers 1st-round pick made team 'feel like he's one of us'
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Dan Quinn calls Deebo Samuel 'one of the fastest players' on Commanders
Dan Quinn calls Deebo Samuel 'one of the fastest players' on Commanders Show Caption Hide Caption Greg Olsen talks Tight End University and what he's excited for in the 2025 NFL season Greg Olsen stops by to talk about another year of Tight End University and who he's excited to watch as the NFL season inches closer. Sports Seriously The Washington Commanders acquired veteran receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers in an offseason trade. Coach Dan Quinn was familiar with the veteran after coaching against him during his many years as the Dallas Cowboys' defensive coordinator. Even so, Quinn was reminded about a key element of the 29-year-old receiver's skill set after seeing him in action during offseason workouts. "Somewhere along the way, I'd forgotten until [he was] out here how fast he is," Quinn said, per the Commanders' official website. Samuel's reputation at the NFL level has largely been tied to his ability to make plays with the ball in his hands. He averaged 8.2 yards after the catch (YAC) in 2024 – good for the fourth-most league-wide, per Pro Football Focus – and forced 10 missed tackles on 93 total touches. "He was such a difficult person to tackle that you spent so much time, 'How are you going to tackle this person?'" Quinn said. Still, Samuel has game-breaking speed, as he demonstrated by reaching a top speed of 20.90 mph on a 76-yard touchdown reception in Week 6 against the Seattle Seahawks. It marked his fastest speed since his rookie season in 2019, per the NFL's Next Gen Stats. Samuel was slowed after that reception by a bout with pneumonia that left him hospitalized. That may have affected his top-gear ability over the second half of the 2024 NFL season. FIRST TO WORST? Ranking 8 NFL division champs' chances to tumble to last place in 2025 But at Commanders minicamp, Quinn has seen signs that Samuel's speed remains an underrated weapon. "I can remember one time he just ran by somebody down the field on a deep ball and I was like, 'Yeah, I forgot about that,'" Quinn said of Samuel, with a laugh. "So…it didn't surprise me, but it was maybe [that] I missed talking about it to that space because I was easily reminded, he's one of the fastest players on the team." Samuel's combination of speed and elusiveness should allow the veteran receiver to carve out a solid role as a complement to 2024 All-Pro second teamer Terry McLaurin and give reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels another reliable downfield target.
