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Yahoo
43 minutes ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Kirk Cousins reflects on benching with Andy Dalton in 'Quarterback' finale
Getting benched in the NFL is not an easy thing to accept, especially for a 13-year veteran like Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins. Nine months after signing a four-year, $180 million contract with Atlanta, Cousins lost his starting job to first-round pick Michael Penix Jr. Season 2 of Netflix's "Quarterback" series highlighted a conversation that took place between Cousins and Panthers backup Andy Dalton following the 2024 season finale. The Falcons quarterback had a lot on his mind when asked by Dalton how he was doing. Advertisement "Yeah man, it's been three weeks and it's felt like three months," Cousins told Dalton. "I was just turning the ball over. I just couldn't figure it out. For me, the turnovers have come in bunches in my career. Like in Washington, I got benched my third year and then one year, I was leading the league in picks halfway through the year but then I was able to flip it around and play a lot better after the bye, but same thing happened here." Cousins was referencing the 2020 season where he threw 11 interceptions in the first six weeks. However, he bounced back by throwing just three picks over the final 10 games of the year. However, we did not see that sort of turnaround for Cousins in Atlanta. Since becoming a full-time starter in 2015, Cousins has thrown for more than 10 interceptions seven times. Last season, he passed for a career-high 16 interceptions in just 14 starts. Only once did Cousins get through a game without turning the ball over in a Falcons uniform. During his last five games as the team's starter, the 36-year-old threw nine interceptions and fumbled the football five times. For comparison, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield tied Cousins for the league lead in interceptions (16), but Mayfield threw for over 40 touchdowns as well. Advertisement Cousins passed for just 18 touchdowns, which was his lowest total from a season in which he started at least 10 games. The Falcons will likely keep the veteran quarterback around as a backup in 2025, assuming they can't find a trade partner before the season begins. This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: Atlanta Falcons: Kirk Cousins consoled by Panthers QB after benching
The Star
an hour ago
- Sport
- The Star
Hamidin believes Harimau Malaya can break into world's top 100
Honoured: Tan Sri Hamidin Mohd Amin posing with his Sports Leadership Figure award at the 2024 Malaysian Sportswriters Association (SAM)-100PLUS Awards on Monday. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star PETALING JAYA: The dream of seeing Harimau Malaya break into the world's top 100 is no longer a pipe dream and could be within reach in just two to three years. Former Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) president Tan Sri Hamidin Mohd Amin is optimistic that the national team can reach that milestone, given their recent progress under the Harimau Malaya revolution driven by the Regent of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim. Malaysia are now ranked No. 125 in the latest FIFA rankings, a six-spot jump from their previous position at No. 131, their highest in 19 years since they last reached the same ranking in February 2006. The improvement came after a convincing win over Vietnam in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifying campaign last month under new head coach Peter Cklamovski. Hamidin believes the current set-up has the potential to take Malaysian football to greater heights, especially with strong backing from Tunku Ismail. 'After such a long time, to see Malaysia ranked No. 125 is a great achievement. It shows what can happen when everyone works together to push the national team forward,' said Hamidin. 'When I first took office, we were ranked 178 in the world. Slowly but surely, we climbed up the ladder and even reached No. 130 before the Asian Cup in Qatar. 'We must continue this momentum. Consistent progress requires consistent effort. If all parties work together and give their full support, I truly believe it's not impossible for us to break into the world's top 100 within the next two or three years. 'But the effort must be consistent, as other nations are also working hard to strengthen their teams. Long-term planning is crucial to ensure Harimau Malaya remain competitive on the international stage,' said Hamidin. Still, he warned that other nations are also making strong strides to improve their rankings. In South-East Asia, Thailand continue to lead the way at No. 102, followed by Vietnam at No. 113, Indonesia at No. 118, and Malaysia just behind. 'We all dream of achieving greater success than where we are now. ''That's why continuous effort is essential. With the initiatives introduced by Tunku Ismail, I'm confident we're on the right track to keep moving forward. 'But we can't afford to be complacent. We must keep evolving and find better ways to improve the team's performance. Otherwise, we risk slipping backwards,' he said. Hamidin was speaking after receiving the Sports Leadership Figure award at the 2024 Malaysian Sportswriters Association (SAM)-100PLUS Awards in Kuala Lumpur on Monday.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Guy Ritchie Exits Amazon MGM Studios ‘Road House 2'
We're hearing that Guy Ritchie is no longer directing Amazon MGM Studios' Road House 2, the sequel to the Jake Gyllenhaal 2024 movie that pulled in over 50M viewers on Prime Video and was one of the most-watched pics on the OTT service. That number eventually rose to 80M in the pic's first eight weeks. No reason was given as to why Ritchie un-attached himself. More from Deadline Charles Roven Reflects On Career & Collaborations, Says 'Road House 2' Likely Starting In September – Taormina Hailee Steinfeld To Star Opposite Miles Teller In Olympics Pic 'Winter Games' From Paramount & Star Thrower Cooper Koch Joins Luca Guadagnino's 'Artificial' At Amazon MGM Studios Road House 2 remains an important priority for Amazon MGM Studios, and the plan is to keep this production on track to shoot in the fall. A search for a new director is underway, and sources say casting continues. In Part 2, Gyllenhaal reprises his role as ex-UFC fighter Dalton from a script by Will Beall (Bad Boys: Ride or Die). Road House 2 is produced by Atlas Entertainment's Charles Roven and Alex Gartner, Gyllenhaal's Nine Stories Productions with Josh McLaughlin executive producing. The Doug Liman-directed 2024 movie, which made its world premiere at SXSW, was a reboot of the cult 1989 film starring Patrick Swayze. In that pic, Gyllenhaal's Dalton takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems. Ben Gazzara, Kelly Lynch and Sam Elliott also starred. Guardians of the Galaxy and Dune franchise actor Dave Bautista is circling a role in Road House 2. Sherlock Homes and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels filmmaker Ritchie hit a high point at the global box office in 2019 with his live-action take on Disney animated classic Aladdin, starring Will Smith, which minted $1.05 billion. Best of Deadline Everything We Know About Amazon's 'Verity' Movie So Far 'Street Fighter' Cast: Who's Who In The Live-Action Arcade Film Adaption 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Emmys, Oscars, Grammys & More
DW
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- DW
Beyonce's unreleased music stolen from car in Atlanta
Police in the southeastern US city of Atlanta have issued a warrant for an unnamed suspect after computer drives containing unreleased music by pop star Beyonce along with plans related to her concerts were stolen on July 8 from a rental car used by her choreographer. The theft came two days before Beyonce kicked off the Atlanta leg of her "Cowboy Carter" tour, named for her 2024 album of the same name. What do we know about the theft? Beyonce's choreographer, Christopher Grant, told police that when he returned to his rental car last Tuesday, he found that its rear window had been smashed and all the luggage in the vehicle stolen. In his report, he said the computer drives had "contained water marked music, some unreleased music, footage plans for the show, and past and future set list (sic)." He said other items were also missing, such as an Apple MacBook, headphones and several items of luxury clothing. Police have searched an area where signals from the MacBook and headphones were detected, but no items were reported to have been recovered. Police said a suspect for whom a warrant has been issued is still at large. Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" tour kicked off in April after the pop icon received her first "Album of the Year" Grammy for the eponymous 2024 album. The four-night Atlanta leg of the tour ended on Monday, with with two final performances scheduled for late July in Las Vegas. Last year, Beyonce became the most Grammy nominated artist of all time.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
CEO breaks down ROI of $16,000 office-Corgi; techie says, ‘Now I know why I am still an intern'
Startups are known for their quirky office culture, but Corgi Insurance , part of Y Combinator 's Summer 2024 batch (YC S24), has taken the cake — or rather, the kibble. A recent LinkedIn post by software engineer Derrick Ha has taken the internet by surprose, not for a new tech innovation or fundraising milestone, but for the company's most unexpectedly strategic asset: a corgi named Trudy. In the post, Ha wrote, "I asked Nico Laqua (my CEO) why we have a $16,000 office dog . His answer shocked me." The response from CEO Nico Laqua was equal parts hilarious and thought-provoking: "It's because the dog is high ROI . Everything we do here at Corgi Insurance is high leverage." As unusual as it sounds, Laqua wasn't joking. He broke down the dog's contribution to the company's productivity in surprisingly logical terms — and it wasn't just puppy love. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo A Corgi-Led Culture of High Leverage Trudy, the beloved office corgi, isn't just a pet; she's a catalyst for productivity and morale. According to Laqua, engineers at the startup come to the office earlier just to play with her — a routine that's resulted in a 10% boost in productivity. The pup also reportedly contributes to stress reduction among engineers working seven days a week, offering an additional 3% productivity lift. And then there are the mandatory 15-minute dog walks, which Laqua says help improve focus, accounting for another 5% gain. While the math may be a bit fuzzy, the sentiment certainly isn't. In an industry often consumed by output, deadlines, and burnout, the idea that a dog could foster happier, more focused employees offers a refreshing pivot. You Might Also Like: Miracle! Golden Retriever's death-defying escape from a moving train will stun you. Video goes viral Ha, still an intern at the company, concluded humorously: 'I didn't know Trudy was so integral to our office culture, but after Nico's ROI analysis, I now understand why I'm still an intern.' According to Laqua, engineers at the startup come to the office earlier just to play with her — a routine that's resulted in a 10% boost in productivity. (Image: LinkedIn/ Sahil Jagtap) Trudy Takes Over the Internet As expected, the internet did not stay silent. One user crowned Trudy the 'Director of Napping and Treats,' while another quipped, 'Who knew a corgi could be a secret productivity weapon? Props to Nico for turning belly rubs and walkies into a full-on ROI pitch.' Another comment joked, 'My dog asked if he could intern,' capturing the whimsical mood of the post and the many others who began to see the logic in Laqua's unorthodox approach to productivity. You Might Also Like: Tech startup brings in golden retriever as chief happiness officer, and the internet melts: 'He's got the best perks in the company' When Workplaces Go to the Dogs and Win In an age where companies are rethinking everything from hybrid models to four-day workweeks, Corgi Insurance's approach suggests that sometimes the answer to workplace efficiency isn't in the cloud — it's on a leash. Trudy represents a softer, more humane way of working: one that values joy, companionship, and emotional well-being. As more startups seek to balance hustle with health, maybe Trudy isn't just a corgi — maybe she's the future of workplace culture .
