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USA Today
5 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.
USA Today
29-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Nick Wright is ready for Baker Mayfield to get the coverage he deserves
Nick Wright is ready for Baker Mayfield to get the coverage he deserves Fox Sports 1 has its fair share of morning sports talk shows that always drum up interesting debates and talking points. The latest, however, may have been one of the more on-the-nose points made by an analyst in recent weeks. Nick Wright spoke on the network's show First Things First and talked about Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield. He discussed how no one is talking about the former Heisman Trophy Winner coming off a career year as he heads into a 2025 campaign with even more firepower around him. Wright points out that, "When Baker wasn't great, he was over-discussed, and now that he's really good, I think he's under-discussed. The fact that he's established himself as a conventional-wisdom top-ten quarterback is pretty remarkable. Take the guys on the rookie scale deals out—it makes him the best bargain at the position in the league." There has not been a more accurate take on Baker Mayfield in a long time. Mayfield has been the focus of everyone's magnifying glass with the focus of the sun ever since his days at Oklahoma. He has been ridiculed, overanalyzed, and lambasted his entire NFL career as well. He was chased out of Cleveland for Deshaun Watson and then moved from the Panthers to the Rams before settling in at Tampa Bay. The Bucs are happy to have him, but Nick Wright makes a great point: Baker Mayfield played at a near-MVP level in 2024, and no one talked about it.
The Age
24-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Age
‘Four fried eggs': What a dietitian makes of this breakfast
This story is part of the May 25 edition of Sunday Life. See all 13 stories. Matty Mills is a broadcaster. The 29-year-old shares his day on a plate. 7am I wake up and have a coffee, overnight-soaked chia seeds, four fried eggs and half an avocado, before I head to a 45-minute weights class at the gym. 8.45am After my workout I have a protein shake. On my way to the podcast studio to record First Things First, I pick up a second coffee – a strong oat latte. 12.30pm After recording, I have a teriyaki chicken rice bowl for lunch. I'm then on to my second shift of the day, straight into hair and make-up at NITV. 7pm I get home and prepare dinner for my partner Danny and me. Tonight it's grilled lamb chops and mashed potatoes with a side of lebanese cucumber. For dessert, it's a cup of frozen mixed berries. 10.30pm Just before heading to bed I drink a Sleep Well organic tea. Dr Joanna McMillan says Top marks for ... Including chia seeds at breakfast, which is a great choice – they're rich in omega-3s, fibre and antioxidants. You've also done well to spread protein across the day, which supports muscle maintenance and satiety.
Sydney Morning Herald
24-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘Four fried eggs': What a dietitian makes of this breakfast
This story is part of the May 25 edition of Sunday Life. See all 13 stories. Matty Mills is a broadcaster. The 29-year-old shares his day on a plate. 7am I wake up and have a coffee, overnight-soaked chia seeds, four fried eggs and half an avocado, before I head to a 45-minute weights class at the gym. 8.45am After my workout I have a protein shake. On my way to the podcast studio to record First Things First, I pick up a second coffee – a strong oat latte. 12.30pm After recording, I have a teriyaki chicken rice bowl for lunch. I'm then on to my second shift of the day, straight into hair and make-up at NITV. 7pm I get home and prepare dinner for my partner Danny and me. Tonight it's grilled lamb chops and mashed potatoes with a side of lebanese cucumber. For dessert, it's a cup of frozen mixed berries. 10.30pm Just before heading to bed I drink a Sleep Well organic tea. Dr Joanna McMillan says Top marks for ... Including chia seeds at breakfast, which is a great choice – they're rich in omega-3s, fibre and antioxidants. You've also done well to spread protein across the day, which supports muscle maintenance and satiety.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fox Sports host continues his disrespect of Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni
When Jason Kelce stood on the Rocky steps at the Museum of Art to deliver his iconic speech at the Philadelphia Eagles' first victory parade, no one knew they were being treated to prophecy. Years later, it has become more apparent. The G.O.A.T. was trying to tell us a few things, many of which we missed because we, at the time, thought it was only a speech at a victory parade. Years later, we understand. Yes, hungry dogs run faster, but above all else, we keep thinking about the song he sang (though off-key). That song has been stuck in our minds for seven years: "No one likes us... We don't care..." Advertisement We tried not to believe it, but weird things would happen every so often. There was the screw job in Super Bowl 57. Remember the slippery field and that weird holding call on James Bradberry, which had nothing to do with the play's outcome? Fast forward to the present, and an NFL-wide feud was born because the Birds ran a LEGAL PLAY better than anyone else. That's when the cloudy picture got a tad clearer. Maybe the NFL does have something against Philly. Nick Wright's disrespectful hot takes toward the Eagles and Nick Sirianni continue. The words are just as unforgettable (and unforgivable) now as they were eight years ago. "I think every team (in the NFL Playoffs) has a shot except for the number-one seed, Philly". Advertisement That was Nick Wright's take when the Eagles began their first successful Super Bowl run, minus an injured Carson Wentz with Nick Foles at the helm. How did that turn out? Nick was wrong, and he's had it out for Philly and the City of Brotherly Love's Birds ever since. There have been seemingly too many slaps in the face to count, and at this point, 'turning the other cheek' has grown tiresome. Recently, an entire segment of FS1's First Things First was dedicated to trashing Nick Sirianni's good name. The coup de grâce of this one was his ranking of the top ten head coaches in the NFL currently. Check this list out. Listen to the whole segment below. Notice one deserving name was left off the list. Andy Reid Sean McVay Kyle Shanahan Jim Harbaugh Mike Tomlin Kevin O'Connell Matt LaFleur Pete Carroll Dan Campbell Sean Payton Okay, first things first (yes, the play on words was intentional). Nick Sirianni took the measure of Sean McVay twice last season. He's 2-0 in head-to-head matchups vs. Mike Tomlin. All three are dead, even on the postseason stat sheet in the two most important categories. Two Super Bowl appearances... One Super Bowl win... Advertisement Nick also accomplished everything McVay did in half the time. He's equaled Tomlin despite coaching 14 fewer seasons. That isn't to say Nick is better or worse than either guy. There are three types of leaders, but why is Nick consistently left out of the conversation when greatness is mentioned? And, what about the other names on the list? Let's take a look at them. Like Sirianni, Pete Carroll, and Sean Payton have won one Super Bowl. Shanahan has a goose egg in two appearances. Harbaugh lost his lone appearance. O'Connell, LaFleur, and Campbell haven't even led their teams into football's biggest game. Lists like these are always subjective, but the challenge flag has been thrown. Over time, it's become apparent that Wright harbors some grudge with Philly. It's either that or he has learned he gains some extra burn by attempting to draw the ire of antagonizing one of the NFL's most loyal fan bases. Advertisement Whatever his reasoning, many can agree that this list is flawed. Say what you will about Sirianni, but he has proven he's an excellent head coach. No one can fake anything for that long without displaying chinks in the armor. This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Nick Wright continues to disrespect Nick Sirianni
