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USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Nick Wright says he'd feel bad 'ripping' Panthers QB Bryce Young because of his size
Nick Wright says he'd feel bad 'ripping' Panthers QB Bryce Young because of his size The skepticism regarding the size of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young never has, and probably never will, go away. FOX Sports' Nick Wright was the latest talking head to offer his two cents on the stature of the 5-foot-10, 204-pound passer. While breaking down the state of the NFC South on a recent episode of First Things First, Wright insinuated that people hold back on their criticism of Young due to his measurables. Take a listen . . . Concerns about Young's build are, of course, nothing new. Despite being widely considered and selected as the No. 1 overall prospect of the 2023 NFL draft, the former Heisman Trophy winner has been doubted for that very reason since entering the pros. Young, however, doesn't seem to be bothered by that talk—as he stated back in February on the Dan Patrick Show. "I don't mind, at all," Young said of the jokes about his size. "I've seen some, like, hilarious stuff about my height. Like, it's fine. Again, I'm used to it. I embrace it. "But I only know one way to play football. So I've never had to adjust, I've never had to, like, 'Okay, dang, this is way different now.' This is just how I know how to play the game." He played the game awfully well in the final 10 outings of this past season—where he threw for 2,104 yards while totaling 20 touchdowns and only six interceptions. Young, even with his "limitations," also finished the year with just one batted pass—the fewest among all quarterbacks with at least 200 passing attempts in 2024. So don't feel bad, Nick—because Bryce certainly doesn't. Follow @ThePanthersWire on Twitter/X for more Panthers content.
Fox Sports
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
Inside Line: Biggest Indianapolis 500 Takeaway?
INDYCAR Today's question: What was your biggest takeaway from the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge? Curt Cavin: Alex Palou's first '500' victory and the second grandstand sellout of the modern era were huge stories, to be sure. But the most significant development of this month was the television rating associated with FOX Sports' first race broadcast. Penske Entertainment Corp. President and CEO Mark Miles said officials had modeled what a 5 percent year-over-year increase in Indy ratings would mean to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES season as a whole, and it was a difference-maker. But a 40 percent increase, which is what was achieved? Well, that required a whole new model calculation, and Miles said the impact from the business side of the sport will be felt in a massive way. Eric Smith: My biggest takeaway was how much of an impact pit road had on the outcome of Sunday's race. While I do believe the best car and best driver won, I was shocked to see so many drivers were plagued by the slowest part of the track. Takuma Sato and Ryan Hunter-Reay have three '500' victories between them and led 99 of 200 laps, but each had issues on pit road, dropping them from winning contention. 2016 winner Alexander Rossi and two-time '500' winner Josef Newgarden both saw their days end on pit road, albeit not necessarily pit road problems, but mechanical failures while on pit road. Rookie pole winner Robert Shwartzman, Colton Herta and Rinus VeeKay each had brake problems entering their pit stops, effectively ruining any shot of victory. Not saying any of those drivers had a car capable of stopping Palou, but each could have fared better in the final results. Arni Sribhen: After three weeks at home in Indianapolis, the only thing I'm taking away from the Month of May is something I already knew coming into the two races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Alex Palou is really good at INDYCAR SERIES racing. Numbers back it up. Five wins in six races. Six straight podiums. Three-hundred six points out of a possible 334. Face it guys, we're watching the 1927 New York Yankees, Michael Jordan and the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls win 72 games or the early 2000s Ferrari F1 of Michael Schumacher, only it's a yellow-and-red NTT INDYCAR SERIES car and a driver having an 'amazing' year. Paul Kelly: Along the lines of Arni's thoughts, I'm beyond impressed at the history Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing are making this season. Let's get real: The championship race is probably all but over, and Palou could almost canter to his fourth Astor Challenge Cup in five years. But I don't want to see Palou and the No. 10 DHL team nickel-and-dime their way to a third straight title this summer; I want to see them crush the field like a relentless steamroller. I want Palou to challenge and even break the all-time record for victories in one INDYCAR SERIES season, 10, by A.J. Foyt in 1964 and Al Unser in 1970. Remember when the New England Patriots went 16-0 during the regular season in 2007? Their games became appointment TV that season, whether you liked Tom Brady and Co. or not (as a lifelong member of Bills Mafia, I loathe the Pats). The Indy 500 just drew its biggest TV audience since 2008, and continued Palou trips to Victory Lane may keep more of those fans around their sets than a couple more wins and a handful of top-fives through Nashville in August. Let's see the Palou wagon keep rolling at maximum speed. recommended
Daily Mirror
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Danica Patrick told to change 'poor' outfit again at Indy 500 after F1 demands
Danica Patrick, who is a regular pundit on FOX Sports' NASCAR coverage, appeared in their Indy 500 coverage on Sunday but was urged to 'change her outfit' by some fans NASCAR legend Danica Patrick was told to "change her outfit" during the Indy 500 as she featured on FOX Sports' coverage. Patrick, who has a history in IndyCar racing and is known for her support of US President Donald Trump, often sparks online chatter due to her wardrobe choices or remarks whenever she's on air. This time, at the prestigious Indy 500, it was all about her attire. On Sunday, Patrick opted for a one-shoulder dress for the big event in Indianapolis. A contentious choice, Patrick joined the pre-race panel alongside several high-profile figures to discuss the race - and her outfit was black and white, possibly a tribute to the iconic checkered flag. However, this proved to be polarising. While some fans adored it, others were not so fond of the look. One viewer wrote online: "Get a message to Danica if you can and have her change her outfit for the day. She looks like she has a curtain draped around her," reports the Express US. Another, meanwhile, added: "The black/white diagonally striped dress on Danica Patrick is hideous and shows poorly on TV. How in the heck was such a dress chosen for TV?? Really oblivious decision there." However, it wasn't all distaste for Patrick's outfit, with others coming across as more complimentary. Another fan wrote: "WOW!!! Danica GREAT dress! You look awesome!" It comes as Patrick was slammed by Sky Sports viewers of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix earlier this month for sporting a one-shoulder dress that cut off above the knee. Some viewers, in-turn, labelled her outfit as a "bedsheet" and a "toga". In the 109th Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Spaniard Alex Palou clinched his first win, beating Marcus Ericsson in an exhilarating race. Palou outperformed 32 other drivers to claim victory in the iconic race for the first time. Patrick has established herself as a prominent figure in both IndyCar and NASCAR. The 43-year-old holds the title of the most successful female in American open-wheel car racing history, with her remarkable win in the 2008 Indy Japan 300 marking the only victory by a woman in an IndyCar Series race. From 2012 to 2018, Patrick competed in the NASCAR Cup Series, finishing with seven top 10s and one pole position across 191 races. Throughout her career on the track, Patrick achieved numerous firsts for women in American racing, including becoming the first woman to win an IndyCar Series race and secure a pole position in the NASCAR Cup series. She also holds the record for the most starts, laps led, and top-tens by a woman in NASCAR Cup Series history.
Fox Sports
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Fox Sports
Indianapolis 500: Tom Brady sits in two-seater, Michael Strahan drives pace car
The Indianapolis 500 brings out all the stars, and that includes a pair of seven-time champions. Ahead of Sunday's race, seven-time Super Bowl champion and FOX Sports NFL Analyst Tom Brady rode in the two-seater with seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, who was behind the wheel. And fellow FOX Sports NFL Analyst Michael Strahan drove the pace car. Brady and Johnson were also interviewed on the pre-race show by FOX Sports' Jamie Little. Simultaneously, Brady's former teammate and another FOX Sports NFL Analyst, Rob Gronkowski, was seen in the Snake Pit. Meanwhile, FOX Sports MLB analysts Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez, among others, made appearances on the show. Stick with FOX Sports' live file for updates throughout the famed INDYCAR race (live on FOX and the FOX Sports app). Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily ! BEST OF FOX SPORTS' INDY 500 COVERAGE: Ranking Indy 500 drivers from 33 to 1: Can anyone unseat Josef Newgarden? Got milk? 33 potential Indy 500 winners pick preferred dairy option Pato O'Ward pens letter to Indy 500: 'Had my heart broken here … but it also fuels me' No oval experience, no problem: Rookie Robert Shwartzman captures Indy 500 pole Rash of Crash: Inside a wild weekend of wrecks during Indy 500 prep From 'magical' to 'legendary': Drivers describe the Indy 500 in one word 2025 Indy 500 liveries: See the designs of all 34 cars on the track at The Brickyard Counting down the 25 most memorable moments in Indy 500 history FOLLOW Follow your favorites to personalize your FOX Sports experience NTT INDYCAR SERIES recommended Get more from NTT INDYCAR SERIES Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
USA Today
13-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Bears CB Jaylon Johnson shares personal goals for 2025
Bears CB Jaylon Johnson shares personal goals for 2025 The expectations for the Chicago Bears have risen this offseason, from a team standpoint and a player standpoint, especially the leaders on both offense and defense. Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson is ready to elevate his game to an even higher level with this new coaching staff, led on defense by veteran defensive coordinator Dennis Allen. The Bears have made considerable upgrades on both offense and defense, but Johnson has been a mainstay for Chicago, even through the rough years. Now, with hype and expectations rising around the team, Johnson is hoping to elevate his game to the next level. In a recent interview, Johnson detailed his personal goals for the season, which were quite detailed and lofty -- but nothing Johnson isn't capable of. "My expectations for this year, I just wrote my numbers down, I want to have seven interceptions, three forced fumbles, ten turnovers at least," Johnson told FOX Sports' Speak show. "I want to have no touchdowns given up, no games over 50 receiving yards allowed. First-team All-Pro, Pro Bowl, and I want to get in the end zone three times, that's for sure." Johnson's career high in interceptions in a single season is four (2023), and he's had one forced fumble in each season since 2021. One of the league's best coverage corners in the game, Johnson clearly wants to become more of a ballhawk and a playmaker under his new defensive coordinator. There is going to be many reasons to watch the Bears this year, but Johnson setting his sights even higher is definitely something to keep an eye on this season. Follow Bears Wire on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
