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Yahoo
3 hours ago
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Fantasy Football TE Landscape: If you're not taking one of the Big 3, you're better off waiting come draft day
Drafting Brock Bowers, Trey McBride or George Kittle is a 100% viable strategy this fantasy football season. All three can separate from the rest of the tight ends and have upside to match the production of wide receivers taken in the same range. Bowers in particular looks like a truly special talent who's in a much-improved situation. But if you miss out on one of the Big 3 TEs this season, waiting until the end of drafts (or playing the waiver wire game) looks like a shrewd move. [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] I'm not here to argue tight end is deep. It has always been and remains fantasy's thinnest position. However, there are many intriguing options who are available late (or don't get taken) in fantasy drafts, and a handful of them have a good chance of becoming fantasy starters at some point this season. Advertisement Here are a dozen fliers who are all ranked outside the top 14 tight ends according to 'expert consensus ranks.' Hunter Henry, New England Patriots Henry saw the third-highest TE target share (behind only Bowers and McBride) against man coverage last season, which is one of the more predictive stats for future tight end fantasy points. Drake Maye is ready to make the leap in Year 2, and New England pass-catchers remain wide open with Stefon Diggs' status in question. Tyler Warren, Indianapolis Colts Warren just broke the power conference record for yardage in a single season by 400 yards (besting Bowers). He has top 15 draft capital and plays indoors in a Shane Steichen system (with Daniel Jones looking increasingly likely to be the QB). Warren is unlikely to repeat the recent success by rookie tight ends Bowers and Sam LaPorta, but there's a good chance he's starting in fantasy lineups during championship weeks. Colston Loveland, Chicago Bears Loveland is the only tight end ever to record a 34%+ college target share, and he owns top 10 draft capital. New Bears coach Ben Johnson helped LaPorta finish as fantasy's TE1 as a rookie. Loveland will require patience, but he has upside to be a fantasy difference maker down the stretch. Isaiah Likely, Baltimore Ravens Likely ranked eighth in fantasy points per target among TEs last season, and he has top-three upside should Mark Andrews get injured or be traded. Likely ranked first among TEs in percentage of team receiving TDs when on the field last year, and he tied with Bowers for second in percentage of team receiving yards. Fantasy managers just need Likely to have a bigger role. John Harbaugh says his goal is to make Likely an All-Pro, so he might get that chance in 2025. Mike Gesicki, Cincinnati Bengals Gesicki averaged 11.2 fantasy points (0.5 PPR) in games without Tee Higgins last year, which would've ranked behind only Bowers, McBride and Kittle for the season. The Bengals are the most aggressive throwing team in the NFL. Chig Onkonkwo, Tennessee Titans Okonkwo was the TE6 during the fantasy playoffs (Weeks 15-17) last year despite not scoring a touchdown, when he averaged 9.3 targets per game. He's been held back by Will Levis, but Okonkwo now gets the No. 1 overall pick throwing him passes on an offense thin at wide receiver. Advertisement [2025 Fantasy Draft Rankings: QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | D/ST | Kickers] Ja'Tavion Sanders, Carolina Panthers Sanders flashed as a rookie before suffering a neck injury that sent him to the hospital and limited his playing time over the rest of the season. He could easily emerge as a big part of a vastly improved Carolina offense led by a resurgent Bryce Young. Brenton Strange, Jacksonville Jaguars Strange got a huge fantasy boost with Evan Engram moving on to Denver. Engram owned the third-highest target share (25.1%) among tight ends last season, and Strange will have a much bigger role in an improved Liam Coen offense in 2025. Strange started over a 21-year-old Warren at Penn State and ranked top five in missed tackles/reception among tight ends last season. Strange has top 12 fantasy TE upside, but he's been drafted in just 4% of Yahoo leagues. Harold Fannin Jr., Cleveland Browns Fannin Jr. lasted until Round 3 of the NFL Draft, but he posted the No. 1 adjusted production score in the history of Dwain McFarland's Rookie Super Model. There's concern over his mediocre testing as well as his awkward running gait, but Fannin led all college pass-catchers in receiving yards last season, when he also recorded the most receptions and yards ever by a tight end. Fannin's production was undeniable, and the Browns could use his unique skill set right away. Fannin will be available on all waiver wires if early drafting is any indication. Mason Taylor, New York Jets The Jets' pass-catchers are as thin as it gets outside of Garrett Wilson, so Taylor could emerge as New York's WR2. Tight end Cole Kmet has put up big fantasy stats in the past with Justin Fields. Terrance Ferguson, Los Angeles Rams Sean McVay has finally found his athletic tight end. Ferguson will require patience in fantasy leagues, but he's an obvious candidate to become a major waiver add over the second half of the season. Theo Johnson, New York Giants Johnson sports elite workout metrics and enters Year 2 atop the Giants' tight end depth chart. New York is incredibly thin at pass-catcher outside of Malik Nabers, and the Giants vastly improved their QB room during the offseason. Johnson is yet another tight end fantasy sleeper who's going undrafted. Advertisement It doesn't end there, as more candidates include Kyle Pitts (this is the year!), Pat Freiermuth, Zach Ertz, Cade Otton, Dalton Schultz, Cole Kmet, Juwan Johnson, Taysom Hill, Elijah Arroyo, Oronde Gadsden II and Ben Sinnott. Clearly, there are numerous cheap if not outright free tight ends in drafts who could emerge as fantasy starters this season. Given this tight end landscape and quarterback being deeper than ever, fantasy managers have a terrific opportunity to load up early on running backs and wide receivers — the two most important positions when it comes to uncovering 'league-winners.'
Yahoo
a day ago
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There's a big saving on these five-star headphones in the Memorial Day sales
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The Memorial Day sales have thrown up another great deal. The five-star Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless are now $102 off, dropping to just $277 at Amazon. They have been cheaper before – about a month ago, they dropped to $270. But this is still a good price on a sublime pair of headphones. Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless was $379 now $277 at AmazonThe five-star Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless headphones are a stellar set of cans that we praised for providing clean, neutral and musical sound, a mighty 60-hour battery life and effective ANC. Competition is fiercer than ever now, but these still hold up as a great pair of headphones. Five starsRead our Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless review Deal also at Best BuyView Deal The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless are getting on a bit now – we first reviewed them back in December 2022. At the time we declared them "one of the best-performing ANC over-ears at their price". Since then, the market has moved on, and competition is fiercer than ever. Not only do they have to compete with established models like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, but fresh rivals too like the Sony WH-1000XM6 and Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3. But the Sennheiser's appeal endures. That's largely down to the incredible 60-hour battery life that none of these rivals can, well, rival. The Momentum 4 Wireless also support the high-quality aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec, and the Sennheiser Smart Control app gives you a deep level of personalisation. Most importantly, when it comes to sound quality, they offer a clear, direct, detailed and lively profile. As we say in our review: "When first playing music through them, we are also struck by their tonal balance, which has shed a layer or two of the richness that has characterised older Momentums, in favour of more neutrality this time round. "That's no bad thing. They sound sharp and sprightly, and that added leanness hasn't come at the expense of substance across the frequencies: highs are well-honed, mids are pleasingly plump, and lows strike a good balance between being taut and tubby." Sound good, right? And with $102 off, dropping the price to just $277 at Amazon, we recommend them wholeheartedly. MORE: Read our full Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless review Our pick of the best wireless headphones you can buy right now These are the best audiophile headphones on the market
Borneo Post
3 days ago
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- Borneo Post
Terracotta Warriors exhibition showcases China's ancient civilisation
People visit the exhibition 'World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century' at the Bowers Museum in Orange County, California. – Xinhua photo LOS ANGELES (June 1): Towering Terracotta Warriors and ornate chariots showcase the grandeur of the ancient Chinese civilisation, while mysterious artifacts from the Shimao ruins in northwest China offer a rare glimpse into a 'super city' of around 4,000 years ago. These are just some highlights of the exhibition 'World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century', which kicked off last week at the Bowers Museum in Orange County, California. Nearly 200 Chinese and American guests from various fields attended the opening ceremony to explore the richness and enduring allure of China's ancient cultural heritage. Upon entering the exhibition hall of the Bowers and laying eyes on the Terracotta Warriors and other relics, part of the burial complex for China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, visitors paused to admire and took photos of the displays, immersed in a sea of history. The museum has incorporated cutting-edge multimedia and interactive technology into the show. A woman visits the exhibition 'World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century' at the Bowers Museum in Orange County, California. – Xinhua photo Attendees can digitally 'paint' colorful uniforms for the Terracotta Warriors with computers, or 'step into' a formidable Qin Dynasty military formation via a panoramic surround screen. The exhibition is co-organised by the Bowers Museum, the Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration, the Shaanxi Cultural Heritage Promotion Center, and the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum. Tianlong Jiao, chief curator and director of the Asian Exhibition Programme at the Bowers Museum, told Xinhua that the event features life-sized statues of generals, archers and acrobats, along with more than 100 sets of artifacts unearthed in the past two decades across Shaanxi Province. These include precious relics from the Shimao ruins, which are recognised as the largest Neolithic city site discovered in East Asia to date. Jiao highlighted that the immersive technology featured in the exhibition aids visitors in learning about Chinese culture. He also noted the event marks a valuable opportunity for collaboration between Chinese and American archaeologists. The museum plans to host a series of lectures and academic symposiums in conjunction with the exhibition. Sean O'Harrow, president and CEO of the Bowers Museum, emphasised how the exhibition will help people understand the importance of cross-cultural exchanges. 'China has a long history, while the United States is considered a young country. But each has its own strengths and characteristics. 'We should learn from each other, respect each other, and appreciate each other,' Chinese Consul General in Los Angeles Guo Shaochun said in his remarks. 'For many years, the Bowers Museum has been dedicated to promoting cultural exchange between China and the United States, offering many Americans the opportunity to explore Chinese culture in their own community,' Guo noted. People visit the exhibition 'World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century' at the Bowers Museum in Orange County, California. – Xinhua photo Founded in 1936, the Bowers Museum is the largest and one of the oldest museums in Orange County. The museum houses over 100,000 works of art and cultural artifacts from around the world. The museum previously hosted Terracotta Warrior exhibitions in 2008 and 2011, both of which sparked significant interest in Chinese culture throughout Southern California. The 'World of the Terracotta Warriors' exhibition will run through Oct 19. – Xinhua california China exhibition us World of the Terracotta Warriors Xinhua
Winnipeg Free Press
3 days ago
- Winnipeg Free Press
IIU investigating after man killed by Winnipeg police Friday
Manitoba's police watchdog is investigating the death of a man who was shot by city police after he was found covered in blood and armed with a screw driver in a back alley in St. James Friday. Gene Bowers, chief of the Winnipeg Police Service, hosted a rare weekend news conference on Saturday afternoon to share details about a fatal shooting that happened one night earlier. One or more uniformed officers discharged a gun within five minutes of WPS receiving a 911 call about a man who was acting erratically in the 200 block of Ferry Road, Bowers said. 'Last night was a very difficult moment for our community,' he told reporters at WPS headquarters in downtown Winnipeg. 'Our hearts go out to the family who has lost a loved one, to the officers who were involved in a split-second decision that forever changed them.' Bowers provided few details about the series of events, citing an ongoing probe by the Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba. All serious incidents involving on- and off-duty police officers in the province are referred to the IIU to investigate. The police chief said West District patrol officers responded to a 'suspicious call' about an unknown man who was covered in blood and appeared to be attempting to break into houses at 6:11 p.m. Friday. Police located an adult male who fit that description and was armed with a screwdriver at 6:16 p.m., he said. It was unclear Saturday whether the suspect was covered in his own blood or that of someone or something else's. Bowers said a use of force encounter occurred and the man was shot, after which emergency responders provided medical care and he was transported to the hospital in critical condition. The man later died of his injuries. The IIU was alerted of the events late Friday. Maggie MacintoshEducation reporter Maggie Macintosh reports on education for the Free Press. Originally from Hamilton, Ont., she first reported for the Free Press in 2017. Read more about Maggie. Funding for the Free Press education reporter comes from the Government of Canada through the Local Journalism Initiative. Every piece of reporting Maggie produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about Free Press's history and mandate, and learn how our newsroom operates. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Fantasy Football: 2025 rookie TEs facing burden of unrealistic expectations after historic Sam LaPorta, Brock Bowers opening acts
With the NFL Draft still fresh in our minds but with a chance to further digest the results, I thought it was a good time to dig into Pro Football Reference and see just how well the key positions have performed as rookies in the fantasy era. The series starts with tight ends, but we'll also be covering the QBs, RBs and WRs. For years, the rule of thumb was good to us. Ignore rookie tight ends; the position is too complicated. The players need development time. We'll revisit these guys in a few years, after they've been around the track a little bit. And then Sam LaPorta landed in 2023 with a 86-889-10 line, finishing TE1. And then Brock Bowers detonated in 2024, another TE1 score en route to setting new rookie marks for catches and yards by a tight end. Rookies on a rampage. What the heck's going on out here? To be fair, both LaPorta (a second-round selection) and Bowers (the 13th overall pick in last year's draft) came into the league with glittering comps. LaPorta was linked to George Kittle, two hits from the Iowa tight end factory. Bowers was comped to Travis Kelce, another star headed to the Hall of Fame. You can't do much better than that. Rookie tight ends are important to consider this season because two of them were taken in the first round. The Bears tabbed Colston Loveland out of Michigan with the 10th overall pick, and Tyler Warren of Penn State went to the Colts four selections later. And with LaPorta and Bowers dancing in our heads, we have to at least consider what upside Loveland and Warren might offer in their debut seasons If you're playing the comp game, Loveland links with Trey McBride, while Warren tracks to Jason Witten. Maybe that's a half-step from Kittle and Kelce, but that's not bad. I think it's important to revisit just how underwhelming rookie tight ends tended to be before the 2023 season, when LaPorta dropped. Let's open the history books, focusing on the Fantasy Era, from 2000 to today. (And let's be transparent, we explored this last year, when the final conclusion was a fade of Bowers. Not good. Not fun.) — Before Loveland, five tight ends had been drafted with top-10 picks over this period. Kyle Pitts had a quirky 2021 rookie campaign, with 1,026 yards but just one touchdown. He graded as the TE7 in half-point per reception scoring that season; he's been the TE33, TE14 and TE15 since. Largely a pain in the neck. — Kellen Winslow II was the sixth pick in 2004 and got hurt. He played in just two games that season. — Vernon Davis was hyped as the No. 6 pick out of Maryland in 2006. He missed six games as a rookie and didn't do much in the time he was healthy (20-265-3). Davis eventually became a good player, charting four times at TE8 or better (and he was the No. 1 TE in 2009). — T.J. Hockenson (eighth pick, 2019) is part of the Iowa tight end legacy. His first year was underwhelming: 32-367-2. He missed four games. — Eric Ebron (10th pick, 2014) never met a pass he didn't want to drop. He gave the Lions 13 mediocre games in his first year (25-248-1). It's no wonder the fantasy ethos became "ignore rookie tight ends" around this period. There are a few occasional hits if we look at other first-round tight ends (there were 27 picks in all). Evan Engram's 2017 debut grades out best among the first-round rookies in our target area: a 64-722-6 haul over 15 games. He edges past Pitts in standard scoring; Pitts is slightly ahead on half PPR. Engram was TE5 that year. This season, he's looking to reinvent himself on the Broncos. Touchdown deodorant (six scores each) coaxed a TE11 season from Heath Miller and a TE17 season from O.J. Howard. Jeremy Shockey and Dalton Kincaid both made it past 70 receptions. Noah Fant and Dustin Keller were the only other first-round tight ends who made it past 500 yards receiving. The second-round survey opens us up to some exciting seasons. LaPorta, of course, was the 34th pick in the 2023 draft. Rob Gronkowski had 10 touchdowns as a rookie; Pat Freiermuth had seven. John Carlson checked in with a solid 50-627-5 season. The later rounds include plenty of players who went on to become stars, though most of their debut seasons were tame. Aaron Hernandez had six touchdowns as a rookie. Mark Andrews, Chris Cooley, Jimmy Graham, George Kittle and Jordan Reed showed future potential. I suppose we also have to mention Captain Asterisk, Marques Colston. The Saints took him in the seventh round of the 2006 draft, the 252nd pick overall. His 70-1,038-8 season was a monster, and it was especially fun in Yahoo formats where he was tight end eligible. If you rostered Colston as a wideout, you enjoyed the WR14 season. If you could slide Colston to tight end, you had the top-scoring player at the position. Not bad for someone who was largely undrafted in fantasy leagues. [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] I'm probably going to fade Loveland and Warren this season. Maybe this means I didn't learn my lesson from LaPorta and Bowers, but I tend to take these things on a case-by-case basis. I also have to consider that while LaPorta and Bowers happened, the majority of tight end research would point you away from rookies. Loveland does have a similar drop-off point to LaPorta. Ben Johnson is calling the plays, and Loveland walks into a pass-catcher room that has lots of talent. But Caleb Williams is still an unknown; he's certainly not as safe as Jared Goff — and the Bears play outside, compared to the indoor comforts of Detroit. Chicago also has a solid holdover tight end in Cole Kmet — while the Bears wouldn't draft Loveland so early if they didn't have big plans for him, there's a lot of crowding on this offense. Loveland's early global ADP has him around the TE18, which is modest. Yahoo consensus rankings have him slightly higher, TE15, but he's not one of my targets — not for 2025 anyway. If you're pining for Warren, you likely use Bowers as your NFL comp. After all, Bowers stepped into a dysfunctional Las Vegas offense and produced in spite of spotty QB play around him. Gardner Minshew, Aidan O'Connell, it didn't matter. So if Bowers could overcome that setup, maybe Warren can make it work with scattershot Anthony Richardson and erratic Daniel Jones. But the depth of the Indianapolis WR room could get in Warren's way. Bowers merely had to share with Jakobi Meyers after an early-season trade of Davante Adams. The Colts have Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Downs, Alec Pierce and Adonai Mitchell competing for downfield work. [2025 Fantasy Draft Rankings: QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | D/ST | Kickers] Indianapolis head coach Shane Steichen is probably coaching for his job. He has every incentive to onboard Warren quickly and use him creatively — something the Nittany Lions were able to do. Your final Warren conclusion might rest with how redeemable you view Richardson or Jones. If they can't play to a capable level, every pass-catcher in Naptown is running uphill. Warren has been coveted in the early draft markets, the TE11 — he's the TE20 in Yahoo consensus ranks. That makes it easier for me to fade him. I'm intrigued by Tucker Kraft a round later or Pat Freiermuth about three rounds later.
