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New York Post
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Former Giant Brandon Jacobs' son shocks fans in photo towering over his Super Bowl winning dad
The apple didn't just fall far from the tree; it outgrew it. New York Giants legend Brandon Jacobs was known as one of the largest running backs ever to carry the ball on the gridiron — standing at a staggering 6 feet, 4 inches and weighing 260 pounds in his prime. However, fans couldn't believe how tiny the two-time Super Bowl champ looked in a picture of himself standing next to his gigantic 18-year-old son. Advertisement 4 Former NY Giants running back Brandon Jacobs and his son, Brayden, following his graduation ceremony from Milton High School in Georgia. 'My guy is done with High School!!' the retired running back proudly captioned a post on X Friday with a picture standing beside his 6 feet, 7 inches, 320 pounds, Brayden, following his graduation ceremony from Milton High School in Georgia. While most comments praised the recent high school grad and proud father, some couldn't help but point out how small Jacobs looked next to his son. Advertisement 'How are your kids BIGGER than you??? Great pic… proud moment,' one user questioned. 'I was like who is that short dude next to that Giant (no pun intended),' another user wrote. 'Aint no way he makes Brandon Jacobs look small..,' commented another. 4 Jacobs was known as one of the largest running backs ever to carry the ball on the gridiron — standing at a staggering 6 feet, 4 inches and weighing 260 pounds in his prime. Anthony J Causi Advertisement Some even poked some playful fun at the proud father, jokingly mistaking him for his former teammate and hard-nosed ball carrier Ahmad Bradshaw — who stood at 5 feet, 10 inches while sharing carries with Jacobs on the Giants. 'Congratulations!!! Who's the short guy on the left? Ahmad Bradshaw????' one commenter quipped. 'He makes you look like Ahmad Bradshaw,' another pointed out. While many were shocked by how large Brayden is compared to his dad, it was less surprising to find out that the 18-year-old is following in his father's footsteps. Advertisement 4 Jacobs and Ahmad Bradshaw of the New York Giants celebrate during the final minute against the Atlanta Falcons in their NFC Wild Card Playoff game at MetLife Stadium on Jan. 8, 2012, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Getty Images Brayden was a four-star offensive lineman prospect, ranked as the No. 51 prospect in the nation coming out of high school by 247Sports. In January, the talented teen signed on to play at Clemson University in the fall. Jacobs, who appeared on the Clemson football podcast '2 Right Turns' with former Broncos linebacker Keith Brooking earlier this month, said Brayden 'had 35 offers' to play elsewhere in college, but it was never in doubt he would end up a Tiger. 4 Jacobs' son signed on to play at Clemson University in the fall. 'Once he came to Clemson, it was over. He was like, 'I really like it there. I really like it there.' So [I said] OK, 'Give me your top three schools.' He was like, Clemson, LSU, Alabama and Tennessee was in it at the point, so he went top five, with South Carolina. I'm like, 'OK, so what are you thinking?' He was like, 'I think I'm going to Clemson,'' the proud father recalled. The Giants legend said he could not be prouder that his son chose to play for Clemson — despite once playing for one of the school's rivals, the University of Auburn, in 2003. Advertisement 'The thing I like about Clemson more than any other school that I've been a part of and I've seen how the recruiting process works, Clemson is the same after signing as they are before signing,' Jacobs said. 'They treat you the same. There's no difference.'
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why Tarek El Moussa's Son Wants Him & Heather Rae to Have More Kids
Originally appeared on E! Online For Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa, the sun may not have set just yet on having more kids. While the duo currently has their hands full with 2-year-old Tristan, Tarek's 9-year-old Brayden with ex Christina Haack recently revealed he's on the market for another younger sibling. "Well, I want another kid," Brayden told E! News' Francesca Amiker in an exclusive joint interview with Tarek and Heather, "to get Tristan away from me." As for the benefits of another sibling—preferably another baby brother—he emphasized that Tristan "can hang out with his other brother and I won't get blamed for everything." Of course, Brayden is no stranger to a life with many siblings as beyond Taylor, 14, Tarek and Christina's eldest, the Christina on the Coast star is also mom to Hudson, 5, whom she shared with ex-husband Ant Anstead. "We already got four kids," Brayden admitted to E!. "We just need one more." More from E! Online Sean "Diddy" Combs Trial: Cassie Ventura Says Period Blood, Urine Were Involved in "Freak Offs" Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial: Why Ketamine Was Cassie Ventura's 'Preferred Drug' During 'Freak Offs' Sean "Diddy" Combs' Daughters Chance, D'Lila and Jessie Combs Walk Out of Courtroom During Testimony And Brayden's stepmom Heather is on-board with his wishes. "We're in the see what happens phase," the 37-year-old told E! News in a separate interview. "I have been vocal, probably more than my husband would like, that I would love to have another baby." Along with his hopes of another sibling, Brayden shared his dream vacation in the kid-focused interview ahead of the launch of "Imaginagency," the world's first kid-powered travel agency in partnership with Visit Anaheim. "I think I'd go in a private jet," he shared, "and bring McDonald's with me." He continued, "And then I'd swim with pigs in the Bahamas. And then I think I'll go cliff jumping." But he also shared he's always happy to stay closer to home with a trip to Anaheim, adding, "it has so many fun things to do." "You can always go to Disneyland," Brayden said. "You can go to Angel Stadium, that's my personal favorite." Tarek echoed the sentiment, sharing that for his family, "it's all about experiences." "Honestly, we didn't realize how much Anaheim had to offer until we started really coming to Anaheim," he explained. "And we've been here our whole lives. We've become bigger and bigger fans." For a look back on Tarek and Heather's relationship, read on... For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Most Americans haven't tried seaweed, Maine study shows
Apr. 29—More than half of Americans who are less adventurous in their eating and spending habits have yet to try seaweed, a new study from Maine aquaculture researchers shows. The Maine Aquaculture Association surveyed over 2,000 people across the country to gauge the general temperature of how Americans feel about seaweed — one of Maine's major aquaculture products. And 53% said they'd never tried it before. Researchers, nutrition scientists and aquaculture companies say the results reflect general trends in American preferences. "It doesn't sound good," 36% answered. The results show a general hesitance to try new things, deterrence from what some consider exotic tastes, a lack of familiarity with the food and confusion about how to cook it. "The American palate can be pretty slow to adopt things," said Christian Brayden, the Maine Aquaculture Association's lead researcher on the study. But those already steeped in the seaweed world see room to grow within those the results. "What this leads to is processors who are doing even more innovative work," Brayden said. AMERICA'S SEAWEED INDUSTRY Maine is campaigning to become the leader in the country's aquaculture industry — particularly in the seaweed sector. The state's aquaculture industry rakes in between $85 million to $110 million annually, according to data from the Maine International Trade Center. In 2025, researchers predict the value of Maine's aquaculture exports will reach $800 million. A large part of that could be thanks to Maine seaweed. Around 60% of America's farmed edible seaweed comes from Maine, the center found. In 2022, Maine aquaculture farmers harvested over 1 million pounds of seaweed by some 40 growers — up from 45,000 pounds in 2017. And in 2023, the Maine Aquaculture Association predicted that the state's seaweed sector would expand to 4.1 million pounds by this year. But the seaweed sector faces its list of limitations, which the association explored in its study. NEW FOOD PHOBIAS There are a handful of reasons why the 53% of American consumers who said they have never tried seaweed veer away, the survey discovered. Some are deterred by the texture, some the taste. A majority simply don't like the idea of eating seaweed. And then there are those who "don't know." They've never had seaweed, they don't know how to cook it, how to eat it. Mary Ellen Camire, a professor of food science and human nutrition at the University of Maine, said those results are likely in part thanks to food neophobia — the fear of trying new foods. Camire conducted a similar study in 2017 and found similar results. "Americans tend to rely on things they're familiar with — the meat and potatoes crowd, the kids who only eat french fries and chicken nuggets," she said. "There are people who just don't want to deviate and to be more food adventurous." Brayden, the lead researcher, said that he's also linked back that fear to the current state of the American economy. "A lot of people are having a really tough time just purchasing groceries, let alone taking the risk of trying something new that they may or may not like," Brayden said. There are products, however, that might convert the unlikeliest of eaters. A SPRINKLING OF SEAWEED The study found that consumers under 45 years old are a more adventurous bunch and more likely to explore seaweed products. There was also a "notable" chunk of 45- to 54-year-old respondents who are consuming it for the health benefits. The 47% who have previously consumed seaweed products overwhelmingly did so for the health benefits. Second in line was the love of the flavor. Seaweed harvesters and processors say they will use the data as inspiration to change up their practices. That could entail different forms of marketing and public outreach: meeting shoppers where they are with free samples at the grocery store and adding ready-to-eat seaweed dishes to store shelves. And there are some snacks where seaweed is snuck in as a flavor that even the most hesitant of eaters are interested in, like seaweed teriyaki sauce, potato chips dusted with seaweed, ready-made soup with seaweed and seaweed tortillas or wraps. "Developing products that are in line with what American consumers want to eat, and getting them excited about a new food brings opportunity," said Annie Fagan, with the Maine Aquaculture Hub. "It'll be not just for Maine farmers, but for the communities that they live and work in, and for our coastal economy." Copy the Story Link
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
How Shriners' Motion Analysis Center helped teen with cerebral palsy defy the odds
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A medical service is advancing applied science and helping young lives in northwest Louisiana by utilizing a setting inspired by space travel and cutting-edge technology to conquer fears of the unknown. 'It's a nod to infinite possibilities. We want the kids to be future-oriented in how they're thinking about things. Letting them visual themselves moving past this state they are in now and think about this transformative thing they are moving toward,' said Damian Duhon, Manager of Therapy Services, Shriners Children's Shreveport. Shriners Children's Shreveport houses a unique specialized service called the Motion Analysis Center. The only one of its kind in Louisiana and a part of the largest motion analysis data group in the world under Shriners Children's hospitals. 'It allows us to see things we can't see with our eyes and eliminate our biases. We can actually detect the rotation of the bones underneath the skin to tell which bones which may need to be cut and rotated to improve how that child moves. Things that we can't measure any other way,' Duhon said. Shriners Hospital ambassador explains how he achieved varsity football dream with prostetic leg Using two types of technology to assist surgeons who care for children with limited mobility. 'It gives doctor the ability to see whether a surgery is doing what they think it's doing,' Duhon said. Especially children with cerebral palsy. 'Because of the lack of oxygen, we weren't sure of the long-term. Some of the doctors said his prognosis did not look good,' Taylor Wisen Baler said. Taylor said she almost lost her son Brayden when he was born. 'It was a lot of traumatic stuff that day,' Wisen said. At one year old, Brayden was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. He has been in therapy twice a week since he was a baby. They said since they have been going to the Motion Analysis Center, his gait has improved through more targeted surgeries. 'I used to fall a lot. But with toning my foot, I don't fall as much anymore,' said Brayden Ferrier, a Shriners patient. Brayden recovered from a leg straightening surgery that put him on six months of bed rest. Shriners offers sports medicine care at Shreveport campus 'It was very hard just to sit there for a long period of time,' Ferrier said. Brayden said he does not like to sit around. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing baseball. This is remarkable for a young person with cerebral palsy, particularly due to the condition known as the crouched gait. 'So it puts them at a two to three times higher energy cost to do the same tasks as you and I,' Duhon said. More Local News 'He's very determined. If any doctors or anybody says he wouldn't be able to do something, he's done it. He's about to start driving,' Taylor said. Taylor said she was a young mom when she had Brayden so they have a special bond together. 'We kind of both grew up together. So we've both just been trucking along,' Wisen said. Through trauma, many surgeries and lots of therapies, while defying doctors is now thriving as a strong, young man. 'Look forward. Don't stop. Keep hustling. You can do anything you set your mind to,' Brayden said. The Motion Analysis Center is helping children from across seven different states. The team is continuing to develop research to assist children with bone alignment surgeries. They plan to help student athletes undergoing recovery treatments in the future. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
Florida woman points pellet gun at kids fishing near backyard, threatened to 'blow their heads off': officials
A woman in Florida was arrested after she allegedly pointed a pellet gun at two boys who were fishing in a pond located just outside her backyard. An arrest affidavit indicated that Donna Elkins, 59, called 911 on Friday and reported the two boys who she claimed were fishing in her backyard, according to FOX 35 Orlando. Elkins told the 911 operator that she had "stopped [the two boys] and they were lying on the ground," adding they were "petrified." Elkins allegedly forced the boys to the ground for around five minutes before her husband went outside to disarm her, the affidavit states. Deputies said the woman threatened to "blow their heads off" after the children were on the ground, and pointed a long black pellet gun at them. "If someone goes in your backyard, you can blow their f--king heads off. I have a right to protect my property and my house," Elkins said. Lawyers For 'Morbidly Obese' Florida Death Row Inmate Argue His Weight Could Cause Botched Lethal Injection Investigators with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office determined that the boys were fishing 30 feet from Elkins' property. Read On The Fox News App Brayden, a 15-year-old, said the woman threatened them several times. "She said she was going to blow our brains out and that if we didn't listen to her, she would shoot – that she was going to blow our heads off," Brayden said. Hawaiian Doctor's Wife Describes Moment She Realized Husband Was Allegedly Trying To Kill Her Even though the weapon carried by Elkins was a pellet gun, the eighth grader said he thought Elkins was going to kill them. "In my head, it was a real gun," Brayden said. "That she was going to shoot us and kill us and the fact that she was saying she was going to blow our heads off, you can't do that with a pellet gun. I really thought it was real." "What she did was wrong," he added. Elkins was arrested and faces two charges of false imprisonment and two charges of aggravated assault. According to the sheriff's office, neither of the boys were article source: Florida woman points pellet gun at kids fishing near backyard, threatened to 'blow their heads off': officials
