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The Herald Scotland
10 hours ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Shedeur Sanders speeding ticket: Browns rookie QB can't make mistakes
Rather than avoiding an NFL spotlight that's sparked so many off-field wildfires over the years, Sanders instead provided fresh kindling for a legion of critics waiting to pounce - cited by police for driving 101 miles per hour after midnight ET Tuesday in suburban Cleveland. The listed speed limit where he committed the infraction was 60 mph. Maybe you're thinking this isn't a big deal, easy enough to ascribe this mistake to youthful intemperance. And Sanders, 23, didn't cause an accident. He wasn't driving under the influence. His maximum legal exposure for a fourth-degree misdemeanor is a $250 fine. The Browns haven't issued a public statement. Nor has Sanders. And why should they? This incident - if it's even that - pretty plainly speaks for itself. "I just feel like in life and everything, it's just me versus me, you know?" Sanders said following Cleveland's rookie minicamp last month. "I can't control any other decision besides that. So, I just try to be my best self at all times." Obviously, he fell short of that Tuesday morning. Still, it would be silly to suggest that this is or should be a fireable offense. However it's certainly an (another?) unforced error from a player whose judgment outside the lines has drawn far more scrutiny in recent months than his generally reliable decision-making on the field. And it's fair to say a guy who's been running with the fourth stringers is further distinguishing himself in the Browns' crowded competition to be QB1 in 2025 - and that is not a compliment. There are three men ahead of Sanders on Cleveland's depth chart. Grizzled veteran Joe Flacco is a former Super Bowl MVP who also revitalized the Browns into a playoff squad in 2023. Kenny Pickett didn't pan out as a 2022 first-round pick for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but he does have a 15-10 record as a starter in the NFL and earned a Super Bowl ring of his own last season as a backup with the Philadelphia Eagles. Like Sanders, Dillon Gabriel is a rookie. Gabriel was also drafted 50 spots ahead of Sanders following a distinguished college run that saw him start the most games ever (64) by a Division I quarterback while accounting for an FBS record 190 career touchdowns. He led the University of Oregon to a No. 1 ranking last year and a berth in the College Football Playoff. Sanders (somehow?) got his No. 2 - a digit the Browns didn't even see fit to let him select - retired by the University of Colorado, which went 13-12 during his two seasons and didn't win a bowl game. Despite his unremarkable physical skill set, he was unequivocally one of the country's better college quarterbacks - though it also helped to play with Heisman Trophy-winning receiver Travis Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick of this year's draft. Nevertheless, neither Flacco, Pickett nor Gabriel has been ticketed for excessive speeding ... or drawn flak for anything else of note in their personal lives. Meanwhile, Sanders needs to prove he's a superior option to a trio of other ones who have reputations as sterling citizens and, in one context or another, solid quarterbacks. And don't forget, there are also quite a few notable players behind Sanders. Just since 2012, the year Jimmy Haslam became the club's owner, the Browns have spent first-round picks on the likes of Brandon Weeden and Baker Mayfield, the top pick in 2018. Cleveland traded back into Round 1 in 2014 for Johnny Manziel, then gave up the farm and a fully guaranteed $230 million contract to acquire troubled Deshaun Watson eight years later. (Remarkably - or maybe not since we're talking about the Browns - neither Watson nor Manziel ever led Cleveland in passing yards in a season even once.) It didn't take Haslam long to lose patience with Weeden or Manziel, who didn't last two years in the league thanks to his pitiful play and off-field transgressions. (And, as of June 2025, no one should be comparing Manziel's brand of hubris or very serious personal issues to anything Sanders has done, allegedly or otherwise - though the latter also isn't the must-see, dual threat football talent "Johnny Football" once was.) Mayfield often played well - and frequently through pain when he doubtless would have been better off anywhere but a football field - for a fairly flawed team yet was still unceremoniously dumped in favor of Watson, who only remains on the roster due to his onerous contract. And these were all guys the Browns were heavily invested in. Though Sanders was widely expected to go in the first round of this year's draft, more than one pundit suggested the son of legendary Hall of Famer and Buffs coach Deion Sanders would more likely be a Day 2 pick if his name was Shedeur Jones. Turns out, apparently since his name is Shedeur Sanders, who was never the kind of generational talent who'd blind teams with scintillating gifts, he became a fifth-round flier - the type of player who doesn't even need to give a team a reason to cut him. Asked about his approach after Cleveland finally ended his highly scrutinized draft free fall in April, Sanders said this: "Get there and handle my business. Do what I have to do, whatever role that is. I'm just thankful for the opportunity. So that's all I could ask for. "The rest is on me." Yep. Sanders should heed his own advice. If he's not more careful, the next ticket he's served with could be the one-way variety - to football exile. All NFL news on and off the field. Sign up for USA TODAY's 4th and Monday newsletter.
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jac Caglianone Delivers Clear Response to Patrick Mahomes' Appearance at Royals Game
Jac Caglianone Delivers Clear Response to Patrick Mahomes' Appearance at Royals Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Kansas City Royals may have dropped Tuesday night's game 10-2 to the New York Yankees, but it was a night rookie Jac Caglianone won't soon forget. Advertisement Making his home debut in front of 30,017 fans at Kauffman Stadium, the 22-year-old made his presence felt. Caglianone drove in one of the Royals' runs and continued his recent hot streak, collecting his sixth hit in his last 12 at-bats and extending his hitting streak to three games. He knocked in a run in the second inning with a groundout to second base, scoring Vinnie Pasquantino. He later singled to right field in the ninth for his lone hit of the night. After the game, Caglianone spoke with the media. McKenzie Nelson, who covers the Royals, shared the rookie's comment about a very special guest in the crowd: 'I had to do something cool…' That 'something cool' was for none other than Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and three-time Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes, who was seated near the field. Advertisement Reflecting on his home debut, Caglianone added: 'Really cool. To kinda hear the crowd react the way they did. A super warm welcome. I'm thankful for everybody that was part of it.' Then came a moment of humor when he brought up seeing Mahomes in the stands: 'It was pretty cool to see Pat Mahomes there.' With a grin, he admitted: 'My second-to-last AB, I just kinda looked over and kinda smiled, and I was like, all right, I got to do something cool ... then I rolled over.' Former Florida Gators first baseman Jac Branscombe-Imagn Images The Royals and Yankees continue their three-game set Wednesday before Kansas City welcomes the Oakland Athletics to town this weekend. Advertisement Through 67 games, Kansas City sits at 34-33, fourth in the American League Central and 9.5 games behind the division-leading Detroit Tigers. The call-up of Caglianone was meant to provide an offensive spark for a team struggling to score. The Royals rank 28th in MLB in runs per game at just 3.4. Related: Tarik Skubal Gets Good Cy Young Award News on Tuesday Related: Juan Soto's Behavior Toward Starling Marte Catches Attention on Friday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
Boston Globe
a day ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
In a crowded Patriots wide receiver room, does undrafted free agent Efton Chism have a realistic shot to make the team?
During spring workouts, Chism flashed a aggressiveness in drills in attacking the football, was able to get separation on a consistent basis, and didn't look overwhelmed during 11-on-11 work, earning reps with the No. 1 offense. Add in what appears to be dependable hands, some excellent shiftiness, and special teams value (he saw action as a returner), and it's easy to see why the Patriots made him one of their highest-paid UDFAs. 'I just think coming with the mind-set of, 'Nothing's guaranteed. Nobody owes me anything,' ' Chism said. 'I'm trying to take advantage of every opportunity I get. If that's a scout-team rep or if that's a special-teams rep, whatever it is. And building the QB's trust where they want to throw me the ball.' Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up One of the things that impressed coach Mike Vrabel was Chism's early commitment to building trust with Maye and the rest of the quarterbacks. That was evident in one OTA session in which Chism caught all seven passes thrown in his direction. Advertisement 'I think he's a talented player,' Vrabel said. 'He's dedicated. He's studied extremely hard. He has a good feel for what we're asking him to do. 'I think the biggest thing for receivers is that there's trust from the guy that throws the football. When you earn the quarterback's trust — any one of them that we have, any one of the three — it doesn't take you long to figure out who the quarterback trusts. It's the ones they target. That's a good indicator.' Advertisement Chism finished with 346 catches for 3,852 yards and 37 touchdowns in five years at Eastern Washington. He was an an AP All-American and Big Sky first-teamer as a senior. Eastern Washington coach Aaron Best said Chism is one of those prospects you need to watch on a daily basis to truly appreciate, pointing to his dependability. 'He's as consistent as he can be. You know exactly what you're going to get,' Best said. 'He's down to earth, humble, and very self-aware. He's confident, not cocky, and has an ego but isn't arrogant. He knows he's talented but also knows he needs to work hard to make the most of his talents.' Eastern Washington coach Aaron Best said "I'll put my money on Efton" Chism making it in the NFL. Josh Geci Given his résumé and FCS background, it's easy to draw comparison between Chism and Cooper Kupp, another former Eastern Washington standout. Chism broke several school records held by Kupp, including receptions in a season (120). While being cautious in his comparison — Kupp is a Super Bowl MVP and has 891 catches in the NFL — Best acknowledged the similarities. 'Efton is going to run the route he needs to run at the speed he's going to run at every time. I compared him to Cooper in that style, very much the same way,' Best said. 'You kind of marvel at the fact that they took every rep like they were in a game. They studied everybody else but themselves. They didn't watch their one-on-ones. To pick up little tips and nuances, they went through 100 reps of someone else, trying to learn things. That's what the greatest do. Advertisement 'But really, they have very similar traits. They're both humble and appreciative of the opportunity. Coop came back for his last year, and Efton stayed here and probably decided to forgo some NIL money elsewhere. They were both very loyal to their peers.' Efton Chism, with family and friends on senior day, finished with 346 catches for 3,852 yards and 37 touchdowns in five years at Eastern Washington. Braeden Harlow All this begs the question: Why was Chism available as an undrafted free agent? He's considered slightly undersized, and he doesn't have the physical tools other receivers possess. To that point, Best suggested Chism's biggest challenge in the NFL, might come in facing man coverage. 'He didn't get pressed much in the slot,' Best said. 'There's just not a ton of that in college in the Big Sky Conference. He would be playing against a nickel corner in the slot. How consistently can he get open in the slot position with a guy in his face … that may be a different animal at the NFL level, with teams playing press like they do. 'But I'll put money on Efton.' Chism still faces plenty of obstacles on the road to a spot on the 53-man roster, but he's going to lean on the sort of motivational techniques that have already defined his football journey. 'I think there's a bunch of little things — taken from an FCS school, not getting drafted — I'm always going to bring up myself for motivation,' he said. 'But at the end of the day, it's just opportunity. And Coach Vrabel said, 'Don't care how you got here. It's opportunity now.' So I'm excited.' Advertisement Christopher Price can be reached at
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Ex-Eagles Linebacker Blasts Jalen Hurts' Massive Snub on 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. Not even a Super Bowl MVP victory could shake Jalen Hurts' biggest doubters. As the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback celebrates his marriage under two months out from training camp, his status as a top athlete in Philadelphia has been a hot topic this week. Popular Philadelphia-based radio station 94WIP recently had hosts put together a list of the top 11 athletes in town currently. One notable host left Hurts off of it entirely, which stirred up a major conversation on Tuesday. Former Eagles linebacker Ike Reese certainly had a lot to say on the matter. "I just don't get it," Reese said of the recent Hurts ranking on the WIP Afternoon Show. "This dude has been able to accomplish something that those other guys have not been able to accomplish. I feel like this is flat-out disrespect." Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Cincinnati, Eagles landed on the list, with the veteran running back Saquon Barkley leading the pack. Jalen Carter and AJ Brown were ranked third and fourth, while Lane Johnson, Zack Baun, Landon Dickerson, Quinyon Mitchell, and Jordan Mailata filled out spots six through 10. Hurts would've been "probably somewhere" in the range of 15 to 20. "You don't have Jalen Hurts in your top 11 athletes in this city? The guy just won the Super Bowl!" Reese continued. Read More: Insider Projects Range of Looming Payday for Eagles Star "He's a Super Bowl MVP! How is he not one of the top athletes in this city? He plays the most critical position, the most scrutinized position, the most difficult position to play because of the scrutiny, because you're never satisfied with what he does at that position. I don't mean him, I mean figuratively, the quarterback position. We're never satisfied unless you win, then this guy goes and wins, and we're still not satisfied! I don't get it." Joe DeCamara leaves Jalen Hurts off of his top 11 current Philly athlete list: 1. Saquon Barkley 2. Bryce Harper 3. Zack Wheeler 4. A.J. Brown 5. Jalen Carter 6. Lane Johnson 7. Zack Baun 8. Landon Dickerson 9. Quinyon Mitchell 10. Jordan Mailata 11. Ranger Suarez 'I would… — SPORTSRADIO 94WIP (@SportsRadioWIP) June 16, 2025 Hurts was far from an NFL MVP contender this time around. When the Eagles first made their Super Bowl run with Hurts under center, he was an MVP favorite until an injury sidelined him for the final couple of weeks. The Eagles made a run to the Super Bowl, and Hurts' team couldn't close it out, despite an MVP-caliber performance from the quarterback. When the Eagles got to the playoffs again in 2025, Hurts' season didn't generate as much fanfare. In the end, it didn't matter from a team standpoint. The Eagles got the job done, and Hurts earned his trip to Disney World after being named the Super Bowl MVP. Considering he accomplished an athlete's ultimate goal in Philadelphia just under one year ago, there's certainly a lot of shock factor behind his exclusion from the list. For more Philadelphia Eagles and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Eagles dominate the rankings of CBS Sports Top 100 players list
Eagles dominate the rankings of CBS Sports Top 100 players list Philadelphia Eagles land an NFL high 10 players on Pete Prisco's, CBS Sports, top 100 players of 2025 rankings Stop us if you have heard this before. The Philadelphia Eagles have endured tremendous losses from their roster, particularly on defense. It's for that reason that there is a viable reason to question whether or not Philadelphia can repeat its recent success. Suppose you've heard that one so often that you feel like ripping your insides out, fear not. You aren't alone. That angle has been bludgeoned to death since free agency began, giving new meaning to the term 'March Madness'. Sure, it's easy to determine why such conversations occur. Josh Sweat came dangerously close to winning Super Bowl MVP before Jalen Hurts threw "the dagger" to DeVonta Smith, but 'Sweaty' is gone now. The NFL's most extraordinary sack celebration will now be performed for the Arizona Cardinals in a blood-red jersey. Sweat wasn't the only player that Philadelphia lost. Darius Slay is gone. So are other valuable contributors from the 2024 roster like Isaiah Rodgers, Avonte Maddox, Oren Burks, Milton Williams, Mekhi Becton, Fred Johnson, and Kenneth Gainwell. No one denies the contributions they all made, but is it erroneous to state that Philadelphia cannot move forward in their absence? Mull that over for a second, and while you're at it, check out a recent take from CBS Sports. This might calm those nerves and put an end to overworked narratives. One bold take could silence all doubts about the Eagles' roster We all love lists. We love rankings. CBS' senior sports writer Pete Prisco offered a good one recently. His top 100 NFL players of 2025 is a must-read. Birds fans will enjoy seeing that he has added ten of the good guys to the ranking: Saquon Barkley (ranked third), Lane Johnson (12), Jordan Mailata (13), and Jalen Carter (17) all landed among the top 20. A.J. Brown (31) and Zack Baun (40) also crack the top 50. The rest of the top 100 is rounded out by Jalen Hurts (52), Quinyon Mitchell (69), Landon Dickerson (72), and Cooper DeJean. DeVonta Smith and Cam Jurgens are among the obvious snubs, but you get the idea. Despite the losses, Philadelphia is still loaded with talent. Sure, replacing guys will be tough, but it isn't impossible. Besides, most NFL squads attempt to navigate this same challenge every season. Signing the best talent to long-term deals is a great way to stock the cupboard. Philadelphia is still impressive on paper. That's obvious, and thanks to shrewd drafting and low-risk, high-reward signings, they should be back in the mix for another title run during the coming football season.
