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USA Today
24-07-2025
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- USA Today
Bucs' Lavonte David on 2025 season: 'I know what we are capable of'
Lavonte David is back for his 14th season in the NFL and with the Bucs, and he doesn't want to waste his time. The team had it's moments in 2024 but they ultimately fell short with a playoff loss, at home, to the Washington Commanders. After the loss, fans had wondered if they would ever see their captain again in Lavonte David. The former Cornhusker turned Buccaneer has played his entire career in Tampa Bay and has won a Super Bowl during his tenure. He knows what a Super Bowl-winning team looks like, and on Wednesday, he made comments that should have fans excited. The future Hall of Fame linebacker gave the bold proclamation, saying, "I know we can get it done. I feel like we fell short last year, I feel like we would have had a great run at it last year, honestly. We just fell short, and definitely unfortunate, but probably one of the main reasons why I came back, and I know what are capable of and I know what we can do. We have the talent to do it, and we have the mindset to do it. So, we just got to put it all together. . ." David returns as the Bucs try to figure out what the future of the position looks like for the team. They passed over on Jihaad Campbell in April's NFL Draft. Instead, they opted to run things back with SirVocea Dennis who is coming off a shoulder injury of his own. If Dennis can be healthy and play tag team partner alongside David, the middle of the Bucs defense will be in much better shape to defend in 2025.
USA Today
24-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Todd Bowles excited for 'God-send' Lavonte David to return for 14th season
Todd Bowles had to be smiling from ear to ear when he was told that Lavonte David would be returning for the 2025 season. After the loss, fans had wondered if they would ever see their captain again in Lavonte David. The former Cornhusker turned Buccaneer has played his entire career in Tampa Bay and has won a Super Bowl during his tenure. He knows what a Super Bowl-winning team looks like, Todd Bowles knows if they are going to compete for one they need the veteran linebacker back. The veteran head coach explained his excitement by saying, "He's meant everything to me. He's the second coach on the field. He gets everybody lined up, he talks to everybody, inspires everybody, corrects everybody, he understands situations, he can call out plays when he's out there, and he makes plays all the time. That's been a godsend for us. He's been one of the consistent ones over there. There's a reason he's played that long." David missed all of minicamp and OTAs, not due to any contract issues, but most likely due to his veteran status. Bowles also talked about the impact of his presence during camp on Wednesday and his ability to lift the unit as a whole.
USA Today
22-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Former Nebraska volleyball player to train for LA Olympics in 2028
A former Nebraska Cornhusker and professional indoor volleyball player is making a transition to the beach. Ally Batenhorst is pairing with reigning beach volleyball world champion Sara Hughes, leading up to the LA 2028 Olympics. Battenhorst spent the last year playing for the Omaha Supernovas in the Pro Volleyball Federation. The former Husker told NBC 4 Los Angeles that she's excited to make this change in her volleyball career. "I would say it's like a completely different sport. You have to learn little things like wind and you're outside and it's only two of you, so little things like that are an adjustment for sure. But at the end of the day, it's volleyball." Battenhorst played at Nebraska from 2021 to 2023, participating in both indoor and beach volleyball. She would transfer to USC for the 2024 season and would be named an AVCA All-American Honorable Mention. Hughes began looking for a new partner after suffering from an Achilles tendon injury, and her 2024 Olympic partner, Kelly Chen, left to partner with Molly Shaw. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and
USA Today
02-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Buccaneers LB among the best draft values of the millenium
Bucs fans know how special Lavonte David has been for the team ever since he was selected by the team in 2012. The second-round pick out of Nebraska came in without much expectation and immediately made an impact on a Bucs defense that is known over the course of time for its defensive play. NFL Media's Eric Edholm has been recapping recent NFL Draft values, and when it came to discussing linebackers, the discussion, of course, had to get to the Bucs legend. Edholm discussed how David and draft classmate Bobby Wagner being drafted so close is both fun and adds to the legend that is the former Cornhusker. He writes, "Incredibly, David's name was called 11 picks after Wagner's in the same draft. The fact that two players who would become two of the all-time greats -- and still be doing it today at such a high level -- were chosen so close to each other in that range of selections remains a draft oddity. And while both clearly landed in systems that were tailored to their skill sets, it seems clear that each could have thrived in almost any type of defensive system." David will enter his 14th season in the NFL in 2025 at the age of 35, still playing at a high level, which is uncommon for the linebacker position. He has shown no signs of slowing down, but there are rumblings that it could be his last rodeo as the team looks to finally put together another deep playoff run on the way to a Super Bowl. David already has the makings of a Hall of Fame career with All-Pro and Pro Bowl selections to his credit. We shall see what he can accomplish in 2025.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
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- Yahoo
'Overlooked' Rookie Poised As Next Late-Round Gem in Eagles Roster Pipeline
'Overlooked' Rookie Poised As Next Late-Round Gem in Eagles Roster Pipeline originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Eagles have quietly mastered finding defensive talent in the draft's later stages, and fourth-round selection Ty Robinson appears destined to extend that impressive lineage. Advertisement From Josh Sweat's transformation from raw fourth-round gamble into a consistent pass rusher to Avonte Maddox evolving from cornerback to versatile defensive chess piece, the Eagles repeatedly succeed with late-round picks who possess both athletic tools and football intelligence. Robinson embodies this proven template within Vic Fangio's defensive philosophy. Standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 290 pounds, the former Cornhusker demonstrates the size-speed combination that thrives in Fangio's adaptable system. Rather than fitting the typical fourth-round profile of a limited specialist, Robinson's Nebraska film showcases a defender who generates interior pressure while maintaining disciplined run fits. His final collegiate campaign yielded seven sacks and 13 tackles for loss, illustrating the kind of backfield disruption that Fangio has consistently enhanced throughout his coaching tenure. The established presence of Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis actually amplifies Robinson's opportunity for emergence. Much like Sweat capitalized on attention drawn by veteran pass rushers, Robinson should encounter favorable matchups as offensive lines prioritize blocking proven threats. Carter's recent endorsement carries substantial weight, praising Robinson's movement skills and predicting substantial contributions this season. This early recognition hasn't gone unnoticed. ESPN's Tim McManus highlighted Robinson's selection as Philadelphia's most overlooked offseason acquisition, noting that despite limited evaluation opportunities during spring practices, the rookie has already earned praise from multiple teammates. Davis echoed Carter's sentiments, suggesting Robinson has adapted to the professional environment with remarkable ease. Advertisement Robinson's route to substantial playing time appears direct. Milton Williams' departure created an obvious vacancy that Robinson seems naturally suited to address. His capability to align across multiple interior positions grants Fangio tactical flexibility to deploy him in various packages, from third-down rush situations to early-down run defense. This adaptability proved crucial for players like Maddox in establishing significant roles despite late-round selection. The timing couldn't be better for Robinson's emergence. Philadelphia's defense maintains its foundational pieces while incorporating calculated additions, fostering the organizational continuity that has historically supported late-round development. The defensive line room provides an optimal learning environment where Robinson can absorb knowledge from accomplished veterans while competing for meaningful snaps. If his early momentum carries into training camp, Robinson could quickly ascend from Day 3 pick to Day 1 contributor, continuing the Eagles' long-standing tradition of turning overlooked talent into difference-makers on Sundays. Related: Eagles' Hated Rival Gives Shocking Love To 'Aggressive' Fanbase Related: Eagles Fans All Wondering Why Saquon Barkley Fantasy is 'Doomed' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
