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USA Today
a day ago
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- USA Today
Broncos TE Evan Engram looks great in these workout videos
Broncos TE Evan Engram looks great in these workout videos It looks like Evan Engram is primed for a big bounce-back season. Engram was hindered by hamstring and labrum injuries last fall that limited him to nine games with the Jacksonville Jaguars. After being cut by the Jags this spring, Engram signed a two-year, $23 million deal with the Denver Broncos, and he'll now look to return to his pre-injury form in coach Sean Payton's offense. Judging from the workout videos we've seen on social media, it certainly appears that Engram is trending in the right direction. Last month, personal wide receivers coach Drew Lieberman shared footage of Engram running routes in the Denver area on his "The Sideline Hustle" Instagram page: For an even better look at the details of Engram's work, here's a slow-mo video: TSH also shared a video showing Engram's impressive hip shift mechanics both in practice and in games: Broncos fans can't help but be excited about Engram joining the offense in 2025. In his last healthy season, the 30-year-old tight end hauled in 114 receptions for 963 yards and four touchdowns in 2023. If he can return to that kind of production in Denver, the Broncos might have landed one of the biggest steals of free agency this spring. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
Press and Journal
3 days ago
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- Press and Journal
STARTING XI: Graeme Stewart on title joy with Buckie and early days at Caley Thistle
Former Buckie Thistle manager Graeme Stewart takes on this week's Q&A feature. The man known as 'Spider' – who stepped down as Jags boss after leading the club to the Highland League title in 2024 – looks back on his playing and managerial career to date. It was for Caley Thistle in a League Cup tie at Stenhousemuir in July 1999. We won 3-1 and I played an hour. I was 17 and just remember everyone seemed so big and quick. I enjoyed it, but was out my depth and it made me realise I had a lot of work to do to be able to play at that level. Winning the league with Buckie Thistle four times as player and manager. I won promotion with Peterhead for finishing second one season but nothing comes close to the feeling of winning the league and knowing all the hard work paid off. Bobby Mann and Barry Robson at Inverness were both brilliant. If Bobby had pace he could have played at any level, in my opinion. In the Highland league, Ian Murray was an outstanding striker and could have played at a higher level. There are a few others that stand out – Tommy Wilson, David Macrae and Zander Sutherland were all terrific. I always had hard games against Rab Brown, and we ended up being teammates. He was a very good hard player, which every team needed. Kyle MacLeod and Andrew MacAskill had the worst gear I've ever seen. It was like they were trying to look bad and the clothes were either too bright, too big, or too small. Hopefully as enthusiastic and encouraging. I was always talking and trying to help those around me. However, in my early 20s, they might have said a few different things. You only get out of something what you are willing to put in. I don't think it's a coincidence that the most successful people tend to work the hardest. I used to love playing against Fraserburgh at Bellslea Park. There was a big rivalry between the clubs and they always had a big, strong and aggressive team. The games were a battle and usually ended in a red card or two. When I went there as a manager, it made me miss playing. I didn't score many, but my favourite would have been against Morton in the Scottish Cup for Buckie. We were away from home and losing 2-0 and I scored to make it 2-2. We ended up conceding in the last minute to make it 3-2, but if we held on, it would have been one of the best results in Buckie's history. I would probably take Daniel Bell as he is one of my best friends. I'm not sure if he would be able to help catch any food, but at least we could have a laugh. Well, I have been away from football for 12 months now, so I have had plenty time to relax and spend time with my family. I have two daughters and it has been good being able to do things with them at the weekend. I also enjoy watching football matches on TV or going to grounds when I get the chance.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Ex-Celtic star named new Partick Thistle manager as they finally appoint new boss over three months after Doolan sacked
The chairman held discussions with a number of candidates and says he was the best fit for the Scottish Championship side MADE HIS MARK Ex-Celtic star named new Partick Thistle manager as they finally appoint new boss over three months after Doolan sacked Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PARTICK Thistle have appointed Mark Wilson as their new head coach. Wilson was in interim charge of the club, alongside Brian Graham, after Kris Doolan was sacked in February. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Mark Wilson takes over at Partick Thistle Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 Mark Wilson and Brian Graham were in interim charge of the Jags Credit: Willie Vass 3 Wilson shouts instructions from the sidelines Credit: Steve Welsh The pair led Thistle to the Scottish Premiership play-offs before being put out by eventual winners Livingston. That form has been enough to convince the board to give the role to Wilson permanently as Graham turned down the chance. Wilson said: 'I am really pleased to be the head coach at Partick Thistle and I cannot wait to get started. "It is going to be a busy summer but one I am looking forward to." The Jags board and sporting director also interviewed Morton boss Dougie Imrie, former Dunfermline manager James McPake and ex-Celtic defender Paul Caddis. Chairman Richard Beastall said: "We held both preliminary conversations and formal interviews with a number of candidates and we believe Mark is the best fit for Partick Thistle. "His knowledge and commitment to promoting our own talent shone through, as did the leadership he showed on the training pitch, in the dressing room and during matches as we enjoyed a memorable end to the season. "It was always clear to us throughout the process that that Mark was an integral part of our future aspirations.' More to follow....
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
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- Glasgow Times
Partick Thistle announce Mark Wilson as new manager
The former Celtic defender was previously the interim co-boss, alongside Brian Graham, towards the end of last season. Despite Graham's discussions with club chiefs, he opted not to continue as manager due to reservations. Morton boss Dougie Imrie was also in the frame, but a statement confirmed his commitment to Morton. Wilson is now set to lead the Jags into the new season. Read more: 'I'd love to see Greg Taylor stay' - Former Celt makes Hoops claim West Ham set to sign Celtic wonderkid He told the club's website: "I am really pleased to be the head coach at Partick Thistle and I cannot wait to get started. "It is going to be a busy summer but one I am looking forward to." Chairman Richard Beastall acknowledged fans' frustration over the delayed announcement. He said: "We fully appreciate that supporters will feel frustrated it has taken us longer than we anticipated to make this announcement, particularly as there has been a great deal of speculation throughout the course of this week. "However, it is important that a thorough recruitment and interview process was carried out, and that public announcements are not made until contracts have been negotiated and paperwork signed." The club considered candidates with varying levels of managerial experience. However, the role of head coach is distinct from that of manager. Beastall explained: "A head coach will lead training, set the tactics, be responsible for squad development and play a part in the player recruitment decision-making process. "They won't be directly involved in contract negotiation which will be led by our sporting director, Ian Baraclough." Wilson's knowledge and commitment to promoting talent, as well as his leadership on the training pitch, in the dressing room, and during matches, were key factors in his appointment. Beastall added: "We held both preliminary conversations and formal interviews with a number of candidates and we believe Mark is the best fit for Partick Thistle. "It was always clear to us throughout the process that Mark was an integral part of our future aspirations."
Press and Journal
4 days ago
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- Press and Journal
Highland League digest: New faces in at Banks o' Dee, Buckie Thistle and Formartine United
Sam Pugh has had a taste for success and is aiming to get his hands on more trophies with new club Banks o' Dee. The midfielder has joined the Aberdeen outfit on a three-year deal following five years at Buckie Thistle, who he helped to win the Breedon Highland League title in 2024. Pugh was with Inverurie Locos and Keith as a young player before heading to America for a scholarship at Grand View University in Des Moines, Iowa. The 27-year-old joined the Jags when he returned to the north-east in 2020, but with his contract at Victoria Park expiring this summer, Pugh has decided to take on a new challenge with Dee. He said: 'With my contract coming to an end I just felt it was the right time to move on. 'I was fortunate to have some good options to choose from, but the reason I chose Banks o' Dee is because in their time in the Highland League they've always been successful in terms of winning cups. 'They want to try to keep pushing on and being successful and I wanted to be part of that so hopefully we can have success. 'Winning the league at Buckie gave me a taste for winning things and wanting to win more and I feel Banks o' Dee is the place where I can do that. 'It's funny when we won the league last year with Buckie when we were celebrating on the Saturday night someone said to me 'plenty of people win it once, but not many win it twice.' 'Having had the feeling of winning the league I'd like to try to do it again. 'It was quite flattering the interest that clubs showed in me and there are pros and cons to every option. 'It was difficult to say no to clubs, but I'm hoping I've made the right choice with Banks o' Dee.' As well as winning the Highland League with Buckie, Pugh captained Thistle when they played Celtic at Parkhead in the Scottish Cup in January 2024. Looking back on his time with the Jags, he added: 'I've got great memories of my time at Buckie, I absolutely loved it at Buckie. 'When I came back from my scholarship I don't think a lot of people really knew me and Graeme Stewart took a chance on me at a time when I didn't have many options. 'The only regret I have from my time at Buckie was that we didn't win more because we put ourselves in the position to win things often enough. 'We were second in the league twice and lost four cup finals, but then when we did actually win the league that was really special. 'I'll never forget leading the team out at Parkhead as well, although it was very unlucky for Kevin Fraser. Kevin is the captain, but he was out injured so I got to lead the boys out. 'With Kevin being a Celtic fan I'd have loved for him to get the chance to do it, but to be captain on that day was special for me. 'The people at the club are amazing. My family come to all the games and the people at Buckie were always so welcoming to my family.' Buckie Thistle boss Lewis MacKinnon says new recruit Ross Paterson arrives at Victoria Park with a hunger to succeed. The Jags have signed the midfielder on a two-year deal from Lossiemouth, with his Coasters' contract expiring this summer. Paterson, 28, is the second player Buckie have signed from Lossie this summer, following the capture of Ross Morrison earlier this month. Thistle manager MacKinnon said: 'I became aware that Ross was available and when we played Lossiemouth in the last couple of seasons the games have been tough and particularly in the central midfield area, which Ross has been part of. 'He's fit, he's keen, he's a local Moray-based player and he's a free agent so he ticks a lot of boxes. We're delighted to get Ross on board. 'I think Ross Paterson, like Ross Morrison, is coming with a hunger to do well. 'He's joining a club bit further up the table and he's keen to push on. 'The attitude Ross has shown in the chats I've had with him has been really good and I think he'll flourish with ourselves.' For a number of years Buckie have drawn players from Aberdeen and Inverness as well as Moray. But MacKinnon says this summer he's largely been looking at players relatively local to Buckie and he hopes the Jags' supporters will back the new faces. He added: 'The way things are at the moment I've had guys from Aberdeen and Inverness who aren't so keen to travel. 'So you have to look elsewhere and when opportunities arise to sign good local players like Ross Paterson and Ross Morrison then you can't pass that up. 'I think if you do well for Buckie the supporters don't care where you're from. 'However, there's no question they like seeing local lads from Buckie, or from Moray, in the team doing well.' Manager Stuart Anderson believes Finlay Murray has a bright future with Formartine United. The 20-year-old defender joins the Pitmedden club after leaving League One outfit Cove Rangers. Murray was previously with Aberdeen and had a loan spell in the Breedon Highland League with Turriff United during the 2023-24 season. However, he left Pittodrie last year and signed for Cove, but made only seven appearances for the Balmoral Stadium side, and has now joined Formartine. Boss Anderson is looking forward to working with him and said: 'Finlay's a good young prospect, he's got bags of potential to develop into a really good centre-half. 'He's had a good background, coming from Aberdeen and Cove, and having that involvement in full-time football. 'He's one we feel can really develop with ourselves and we're looking forward to him getting started. 'The spell Finlay had at Turriff was his first spell playing men's football and he did really well at this level. 'We're a year on from that now and physically he's developed since then. 'I think Finlay will be a good fit for us and he'll give us another good option in the squad. 'Finlay probably had a frustrating season, he needs to get games under his belt, but he'll get plenty of opportunities with us. 'We've developed some good young players in recent seasons and hopefully he can be another one.' This week Formartine have also secured defenders Rhys Thomas and Luke Strachan and striker Brody Alberts on contract extensions. Anderson added: 'The three of them are good players and it was important for the club that we got them tied down. 'We're delighted that they see their future at Formartine, they've all got scope to develop further and hopefully they continue to get better and better.'
