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USA Today
23-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Ranking the top five tight ends in Michigan State football history
Michigan State is coming up on it's 129th season of college football, and over the course of that timespan, the Spartans have been one of the top 20 programs in the nation. A big part of the Michigan State success has come from some of the most prolific offenses the Big Ten conference has seen, and the offensive success has driven the Spartans to success. With the offenses being prolific, and successful, one very specific position group has been consistently good for Michigan State and that is the tight end position. When the Spartans possess solid tight ends, the offense will click on all cylinders. Recently, Spartans Wire ranked the top ten quarterbacks and top ten running backs in program history, and now, it is time for the tight ends to be ranked: Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on X @Cory_Linsner HM: Kellen Davis (2004-2007) Davis had an absolute amazing 2007 season, securing 32 catches for 513 yards and 6 touchdowns, but ultimately, it was the only good season in his Spartan career. Without the longevity, he cannot totally push his way onto the list, but his 2007 season and NFL career need to be recognized. 5. Brian Linthicum (2009-2011) A Clemson transfer, Linthicum was the pinnacle of a two-way tight end. Being able to block and be a reliable receiving option, Linthicum had been able to do multiple different facets of offensive help during the early years of the Mark Dantonio era. Final stats (MSU career): 69 receptions, 860 yards, 3 TDs. 4. Charlie Gantt (2008-2010) What is crazy about MSU having Linthicum? They had Gantt too. A dominating two tight end effort for the Spartans during this era was headlined by these two players, with Gantt being a steady receiving force for the Spartans offense. Gantt was the pinnacle of consistency, going for over 300 yards receiving in all three years of playing time he received. Final stats: 65 catches, 951 yards, 9 TDs. 3. Josiah Price (2013-2016) Arguably the most reliable target during the Connor Cook days at Michigan State, Josiah Price was one of the biggest assets of the offense during the glory stretch of Dantonio's era from 2013 to 2015. Price was a reliable red zone target, that was a safety valve for Cook to turn to, when needed. Final stats: 104 catches, 1,238 yards, 21 TDs. 2. Billy Joe DuPree (1970-1972) The most successful NFL tight end from the Spartans program, the early 70s were dominated by DuPree in the passing game for the Spartans. The star of the tail end of Duffy Daugherty's tenure at MSU, DuPree was responsible for 57% of the teams passing offense during his senior year. Final stats: 69 catches, 1,222 yards, 6 TDs. 1. Chris Baker (1998-2001) An era highlighted by the names like Plaxico Burress, T.J. Duckett, Herb Haygood and Charles Rogers, one name that falls under the radar is Chris Baker, who was one of the most reliable targets Jeff Smoker had. Following his MSU career, he went on to have a successful NFL career, but his time in the green and white should be remembered for how much of a reliable option he was amongst a ton of stars. Final stats: 127 catches, 1,640 yards, 13 TDs.
USA Today
29-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Panthers reporter hints at team's next possible addition
The Carolina Panthers might not be done with the reconstruction of their defense. Darin Gantt of covered the team's recent defensive overhaul in this week's "Ask The Old Guy," his regular mailbag series. And when asked about possible additions to the secondary, Gantt throws out a few interesting names and thoughts: If they're going to be out shopping for more help, the good news is there are multiple qualified guys at the spot they're thinnest at (safety). Guys including Julian Blackmon (who visited in March), known commodity Justin Simmons (who was an All-Pro in Denver for Ejiro Evero), and several more are still sitting there on the market. They spent the spring looking at young options there, but could stand to be more experienced and deeper. As Gantt notes, Blackmon met with the Panthers earlier this offseason. The 26-year-old has spent each of his five NFL campaigns as a member of the Indianapolis Colts, amassing 300 combined tackles and 10 interceptions since 2020. Carolina, according to multiple reports, has also expressed in Simmons—who spent the 2022 season under Evero. That year saw the two-time Pro Bowler and four-time second-team All-Pro notch a league-leading six interceptions along with a career-high three forced fumbles. The team's safety room currently features free-agent signee Tre'von Moehrig, 2025 fourth-round pick Lathan Ransom, Demani Richardson, Nick Scott and a trio of undrafted rookies (Isaac Gifford, Jack Henderson and Trevian Thomas). Follow @ThePanthersWire on Twitter/X for more Panthers content.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Yahoo
National park officials unveil one-of-a-kind lodge built to withstand hurricanes: 'It's really very special'
As hurricanes and other extreme weather events intensify due to climate change, a new hurricane-resilient structure offers lodging inside Everglades National Park, The Guardian reported. The Flamingo Lodge, which opened its doors in late 2023, features 24 rooms constructed from repurposed shipping containers and elevated by stilts. The new structure replaces the original Flamingo Lodge that was demolished in 2009 after hurricanes Katrina and Wilma destroyed it in 2005, according to The Guardian. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts above-average hurricane activity in the Atlantic this summer, but the lodge's shipping container construction provides durability. Stilts protect the lodge from future hurricanes and flooding too. The designers of the Flamingo Lodge took climate change into account, The Guardian explained, as Florida remains susceptible to sea-level rise. Scientists estimate sea levels could increase as much as three feet by 2040 across some locations in Florida. "In light of sea level rise predictions and climate change impacts, we sort of circled back to the drawing board to make sure we were doing our due diligence to use the right materials," said Allyson Gantt, chief of communications for the national park. The Flamingo Lodge centers sustainability, from its repurposed materials to its hurricane-resilient design. It opened around the same time as the Guy Bradley Visitor Center, which was damaged by hurricanes in 2017, and both incorporate energy-efficient features, according to the National Park Service. Renovations to the Flamingo Lodge and visitor center faced challenges, The Guardian reported, as the NPS has a $12 billion maintenance backlog and experienced cuts to its budget and staff earlier this year. The NPS partnered with private entity Flamingo Everglades Adventures to complete the lodge. Now, visitors can book their stays in the eco-conscious, renovated hotel starting at $159. "To be able to develop and build something like this, where people can come and stay and experience it all, it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience for some. It's really very special," Gantt said. Do you think your house could withstand a hurricane? No way Maybe a weak one I'm not sure It definitely could Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
New York Times
30-05-2025
- Health
- New York Times
How National Park Rangers Protect Themselves From Bugs (and How You Can Too)
Clothing that offers plenty of coverage should be your first line of defense against buzzing, biting pests. The less skin you leave exposed, the fewer bites you'll endure, so if you're venturing into buggy territory, wear long sleeves, long pants, tall socks, and closed-toe shoes. 'That might seem counterintuitive when it's super hot out, but being dressed correctly for the environment that you're going into really can make or break your day,' said Gantt. Park rangers recommend wearing long sleeves and long pants if you plan to explore a buggy area. Everglades National Park for NYT Wirecutter Loose clothing is more effective at preventing bug bites than anything form-fitting, Gantt added. Tight clothes, like workout leggings, lie right against your body and offer only a thin barrier between a mosquito and your skin. Loose-fitting clothes that hang off your body create more distance, so even if a mosquito were to land on you, it would have a harder time finding your skin. A lightweight, long-sleeved shirt is a good option if you're headed to a warm, humid climate. Something made of UPF fabric will help protect you from the sun, as well as any bugs that come your way. Consider the Bluesmiths Kanaha Hydrophopic Shirt or the Patagonia RØ, which Wirecutter's outdoor experts recommend in our guide to beach gear. As with shirts, pants that are loose and lightweight are an ideal choice. Consider Marmot PreCip Eco Pants, Wirecutter's pick for rain pants. They're made of nylon ripstop fabric, a thick material that bugs aren't as likely to pierce. Yet they're breathable enough that you won't feel sweaty or clammy after walking around. Pair your long pants with some tall socks, like these extra-long Farm to Feet Damascus Light Targeted Cushion Crew socks from our guide to hiking socks. 'It's very easy to take preventative measures' when you're visiting an area that's teeming with ticks, explained Pollock. In addition to 'trying to stay away from tall vegetation,' she said she recommends tucking pant legs into a pair of socks to prevent ticks from crawling up your legs. According to Wirecutter's outdoor experts, the Farm to Feet socks offer more coverage and protection than shorter socks. Plus, it's a lot easier to tuck your pants into them. Gantt said her favorite piece of gear to put on when she's surrounded by buzzing pests is an NPS-issued jacket. It's made of layers of tightly hatched mesh that mosquitoes and other small biting bugs, like no-see-ums, can't infiltrate. Though we can't all get kitted out by the NPS, we asked our staff if they owned anything similar. Wirecutter staff writer Evan Dent said he wore The Original: Bug Shirt when he worked in wooded areas as a canoe-trip guide in northern Ontario, and this long-sleeved hoodie is made from densely woven material that bugs can't bite through. Plus, the mesh sleeves and side cut-outs allow cooling breezes to pass through, and the sleeves and waist have drawstring closers that seal the garment from biting pests. It also has a zippered hood, which includes a netted face mesh covering and can fit over a baseball cap. Gantt said that many Everglades rangers and visitors wear headnets when mosquitoes are especially active. Writer Trey French likes to pull on his Sea to Summit Mosquito Head Net when 'things get biblical' on his hikes through the Sierra Nevada mountains. The soft polyester mesh fabric net effectively blocks bugs, keeping them out of your face and, maybe more critically, your mouth. It's treated with an odorless repellent that's effective through 40 washes, and it has an elasticized draw cord that creates a seal to keep bugs out. A head net that fits over a hat can help keep mosquitoes, flies, and other small flying insects out of your face. Everglades National Park for NYT Wirecutter
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Motorcyclist killed in single-vehicle crash, ALEA says
ALEX CITY, Ala. () — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Highway Patrol Division is currently investigating a single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a Tallassee man. Police say on May 14, William Gantt, 21, was fatally injured when the 2007 Buell Blast motorcycle he was driving left the roadway and hit a tree. Gantt was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash happened on Lovelady Road near Sulphur Springs Road in Tallapoosa County. No other information is available. ALEA troopers will continue to investigate. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
