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USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
5 Buccaneers on offense to watch during the 2025 training camp
As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter 2025 training camp with high expectations, the battle for key depth roles begins quietly behind the scenes. While household names dominate headlines, it's often the under-the-radar players who end up shaping the roster into something special. Here are five offensive sleepers who could make noise at camp and force their way into the conversation. Sean Tucker, Running Back Tucker entered the league in 2023 as an undrafted free agent with significant buzz following a standout career at Syracuse. Tucker could re-emerge in 2025 as a valuable change-of-pace option in new coordinator Josh Grizzard's system. His ability to contribute as a pass catcher and his natural burst give him a strong shot at cracking the rotation behind Rachaad White and Bucky Irving. Rakim Jarrett, Wide Receiver Jarrett, another 2023 UDFA, made the roster based on strong special-teams play and a physical, reliable style as a depth receiver. A former five-star recruit at Maryland, Jarrett has the pedigree and polish to contribute if given the opportunity. With wide receiver depth beyond Evans and Chris Godwin Jr still unsettled, Jarrett's sharp route running and contested-catch ability could earn him more offensive reps this summer and a spot in a now crowded wide receiver room. Jake Majors, Center Signed as an undrafted rookie in 2025 out of Texas, Majors brings a wealth of experience and leadership from his time as a multi-year starter in the Big 12. Though undersized by NFL standards, Majors is technically sound and intelligent, a combination that could win him a backup interior line job with Tampa's depth at center and guard not yet solidified, Tez Johnson, Wide Receiver One of the Bucs' final draft picks, Tez Johnson, is a small-framed receiver with elite quickness and separation ability. The Oregon product turned heads at the Senior Bowl with his stop-start agility and natural feel in the slot. His size may have pushed him down draft boards, but his traits are tailor-made for third-down work and designed motion packages. If he proves reliable in special teams and route discipline, Johnson could rise fast in Tampa's wide receiver competition. Devin Culp, Tight End Culp, a seventh-round pick out of Washington, entered the league last year with top-tier speed for a tight end (40-yard dash time of 4.47 at the combine). He saw limited snaps in 2024 but impressed coaches with his athleticism and versatility. Culp profiles as a potential mismatch piece in two-tight-end sets. With Cade Otton entrenched as TE1, the competition behind him is wide open. A strong camp could solidify Culp's place in the offense as a situational weapon.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Where ESPN ranks Bears guard Joe Thuney after Chiefs trade
The post Where ESPN ranks Bears guard Joe Thuney after Chiefs trade appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Chicago Bears are arguably the most improved team in the NFL heading into training camp. Chicago added Ben Johnson at head coach and made a flurry of moves to upgrade the roster. One Bears player just got his name included in an exclusive list. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler ranked the best interior offensive linemen in the NFL in his most recent article. Fowler polled NFL scouts, coaches, and executives to come up with his ranking list. Bears fans will be pleased to learn that newcomer Joe Thuney cracked the top 10, coming in sixth place. The Bears traded for Thuney, as well as guard Jonah Jackson, right at the start of NFL free agency this spring. Thuney is an elite pass protector whose 96.4% pass block win rate is tied for first in the NFL among guards. He is also a versatile offensive linemen, proving that he can play at left tackle last year with the Chiefs. 'Complete package: Speed, athletic ability, hand placement, toughness, instincts,' an AFC executive said. 'I think power is a slight deficiency. Versatility isn't.' Coaches also praised Thuney for his incredible grip strength. Once he gets his paws on a defensive player, they aren't going anywhere. 'All technique, instincts and smarts with Joe,' a separate AFC executive said. 'Physical skills are on the decline.' If Thuney continues to play at a high level, it could unlock Ben Johnson's new-look Bears offense in 2025. ESPN criticizes Bears for 'awful' Grady Jarrett free agency signing ESPN may like the Joe Thuney trade, but they are not fans of a different Bears offseason move. Seth Walder criticized the Bears for signing veteran defensive lineman Grady Jarrett to a three-year contract worth $43.5 million in free agency. Walder called the move 'awful value' in his critique. 'On the flip side, the Jarrett deal was awful value,' Walder wrote. 'They gave him a three-year contract averaging $14.25 million with $28.4 million fully guaranteed, per Roster Management System. That includes a full guarantee on his 2026 base salary when Jarrett, who has been steadily declining, will be 33. Jarrett's pass rush win rate at defensive tackle has dropped every season from 2019 (22%) to 2024 (9%), and he suffered a torn ACL in 2023.' The sticking point here is the contract value. Nobody seems to be complaining that Jarrett is not a talented player. But his large contract, with one fully guaranteed season in the future, is certainly questionable. Bears fans, and the national media, will certainly change their tune if Chicago takes a big leap forward this fall. Related: Bears lock up general manager Ryan Poles for 5 more years Related: 10 greatest Chicago Bears teams of all time
The National
6 days ago
- Health
- The National
'Call it genocide': MSF paediatrician on UK's Gaza inaction
During an MSF event in Glasgow, titled Hope: An Evening of Storytelling, Dr Prudence Jarrett recounted her time working as a paediatrician on assignment in the Central African Republic (CAR). Dr Jarrett, who has worked in both CAR and Afghanistan with MSF, spoke of a case where she and her Central African colleagues treated a child with severe malaria with an emergency blood transfusion. Despite the severe lack of resources, she said watching the young girl wake up filled her with hope. READ MORE: John Swinney addresses Scottish absence at Israel 'collective action' conference Speaking exclusively with The National, Dr Jarrett discussed the mental toll of working as a paediatrician with MSF, what brings her hope as she works on the frontlines, and what the UK Government should be doing to stop the genocide in Gaza. 'I think the mental toll was harder in Central African Republic because in Afghanistan, you're working with people who are really skilled in a healthcare system that is at least semi-functional, even if it's not got what it should have', the paediatrician explained. 'In CAR, you're working with people who don't have the training they need, who work in a healthcare system which is absolutely not functioning to a level which is adequate for what patients require. 'Every tiny thing that you're trying to do is a struggle. Getting something stapled is a struggle. Getting something printed is a struggle, let alone getting medication at the right time to the right person.' With high temperatures, intermittent electricity and little time for recuperation, Dr Jarrett noted that the combination of factors made her work in CAR 'much harder' than in Afghanistan. The crisis in CAR is largely fuelled by a civil war which broke out in 2013, as well as the lasting effects of colonialism. Despite the baseline level of mortality being well above the emergency threshold for humanitarian response, the crisis often receives little to no media attention. 'There has to be a curiosity about places not in the spotlight or which are not of geopolitical significance to the country you're reporting from', Dr Jarrett said. The triage center at Bambari's hospital, Central African Republic (Image: Adrienne Surprenant/Collectif Item) On Gaza, where 12 MSF doctors have been killed amidst the genocide, she said there are 'different levels which [the UK Government] should and are not' responding. 'One is that you have to call this a genocide. MSF's calling it a genocide, and I think we all need to recognise that this is what is going on there and that means we have obligations legally to respond and prevent that from continuing', she explained. 'There was a court case recently in the UK which concluded that it was okay for the UK to sell parts of F-35s to Israel and I hope that is going to be overturned 'We should not be sending arms to a state that is committing genocide. Stopping arms sales is a basic way of demonstrating that you're not supporting what is happening.' 'From a healthcare oriented point of view, it's clear that there are breaches of international humanitarian law that are affecting the provision of healthcare in Gaza – the bombing of hospitals, targeted killing of healthcare workers, ambulances, and so on. 'This absolutely should not be allowed to continue.' Dr Jarrett said she wants to see the UK Government accepting more Gazan children for medical treatment. At present, only two cases have been allowed. Neither received care through the NHS, but rather through private healthcare facilities funded by charity organisations. MSF called on the UK to accept more Palestinians earlier this week as other European nations have increased the number of ill and injured admitted for treatment from the enclave. She said: 'We must put pressure on the UK Government to extend their benevolence which they offer to other people coming from other countries to children of Palestine who need proper treatment for their war related injuries or treatment for chronic disease or life threatening disease. 'They cannot get this in Gaza and they cannot get in Israel because they're not allowed to go there. 'I think we have an obligation to open this channel for people to come and receive healthcare in our country.' READ MORE: Israeli defence minister presents 'cheaper and quicker' Gaza concentration camp plan Despite having worked in conditions which seem bleak, Dr Jarrett said being surrounded by compassionate people who are willing to put the work in and help those living through dire humanitarian crises fills her with hope. The paediatrician, who said she originally went into the field because it's a 'joy' to work with 'unbelievably resilient' children, explained that seeing her patients returned to their families was a 'great privilege'. She continued: 'What I get hope from is the fact that not only in MSF, within MSF, but also outside in other spaces in the UK, there are a lot of people who care about people in other parts of the world. 'They're prepared to get organised, get active, and do things about it, and it might feel that that doesn't work a lot of the time, but the more that we connect with each other and work together on these things, the more we can do and the more hope and solidarity that we build between each other.'
USA Today
13-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
30 Most Important Bears of 2025: Grady Jarrett (No. 17)
The Chicago Bears are gearing up for an exciting 2025 NFL season, which features some new faces within the organization poised to get the franchise back to its winning ways. That starts with the hiring of Ben Johnson as head coach, as well as overhauling the interior offensive line, adding pieces on defense and a potenital impactful rookie draft class. Every day from now right up through training camp, we're counting down our 30 Most Important Bears for the 2025 season. We'll recap their 2024 season, look ahead to 2025 and tackle the biggest question facing them this year. Next up at No. 17 is defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, who will serve a key role along the defensive interior and as a leader. Background Position: Defensive tackle Age: 32 Experience: 11th season 2025 cap hit: $7 million 2024 recap Grady Jarrett played his first 10 seasons with the Atlanta Falcons after being selected in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL draft. During his career, Jarrett has been a model of consistency, production, hard work and leadership. He's also overcome his share of adversity, including suffering a season-ending knee injury that cut his 2023 season way short. Jarrett made his return to the gridiron in 2024, and he once again showed why he's a vital member of that Falcons defensive line, even if he wasn't as dominant as he was before his ACL injury. Last season, Jarrett started in all 17 games and totaled 53 tackles, including nine tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and 12 QB hits. Jarrett was a surprising roster cut just ahead of free agency, and he was well-respected and beloved by coaches and teammates. But ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported the Falcons offered a new deal to Jarrett to keep him in Atlanta, but Jarrett opted to test the free agent market. The Falcons ultimately saved $16 million in salary cap space. 2025 outlook Shortly after Jarrett was released by the Falcons, the Bears wasted no time signing him to a three-year, $43.5 million deal to anchor the interior defensive line. Jarrett comes to Chicago with a wealth of knowledge and experience that will make him a vital mentor for young players, including Gervon Dexter Sr., as well as his proven track record as a run defender and interior pass rusher. Jarrett was the first addition for new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen, who witnessed Jarrett up close during his time with the New Orleans Saints and played the Falcons twice a year. Jarrett is expected to start along the interior, alongside Dexter, to anchor a defensive line that will be key to the defense's success. While Dexter had a down year in 2024, coming off a torn ACL, another year of rest and rehab on that knee should have the soon-to-be 32-year old veteran primed to contribute in a big way in 2025. Big question: What will be Jarrett's impact on defense? The Bears committed significant resources to an aging veteran defensive tackle who's less than two years removed from a torn ACL, so they're banking on an impact -- both production-wise and from a leadership standpoint. Jarrett is a former All-Pro and two-time Pro Bowler that figures to be a valuable contributor in Dennis Allen's aggressive defense. Jarrett developed into one of the game's best interior defenders, and Chicago needs that along their defensive line. He's expected to start along the interior with third-year pro Gervon Dexter Sr. with Andrew Billings rotating in. While Jarrett has proven himself as a dominant run defender and interior pass rusher -- something the Bears hope translates -- his value as a leader is just as important. The Bears have some young players along the defensive line, including Dexter, Dayo Odeyingbo, Austin Booker and rookie Shemar Turner, and Jarrett will be key to their continued development. 30 Most Important Bears of 2025 Follow Bears Wire on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
Calgary Herald
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Calgary Herald
Americans living near the Canada-U.S. border to hold 'Elbows Up for Canada' rally
Article content In an act of solidarity toward their northern neighbours, some Upstate New York residents are organizing an 'Elbows Up for Canada' rally. Article content Residents who live near the Canada-U.S. border have organized this movement in an attempt to strengthen ties with Canadians. The event will take place on July 5. Article content Article content Dubbed the 'Friendship Flotilla,' it will see the Americans taking part boating along the St. Lawrence River with Canadian and American flags, as well as signs showing their support for Canada. Article content Article content 'Every day we look across the St. Lawrence River and we see friends, family members, and business partners,' said Eileen Jarrett, one of the organizers of the rally. 'We hope this rally will remind everyone of our friendship.' Article content Article content Rally-goers will then head to Morrisette Park – those with boats will take the Friendship Flotilla across the St. Lawrence River from the Ogdensburg Marina to Fort Wellington in Prescott, and those without boats will stay at the park and wave across. Article content The boaters will then split and head to both Brockville and Morrisburg to bring the flotilla to the other major Canadian border towns in the area. Article content Organizers of the event are encouraging residents of Prescott to gather on the Heritage River Trail walking path at 2 p.m. to see the flotilla and greet the rally-goers. Article content Article content This movement aims to show Canadians that not all Americans agree with President Donald Trump's threats against Canada's sovereignty, and many want to extend an olive branch to their neighbours across the river. Article content 'Our countries share family ties, with many dual citizens and cross-border families, along with shared values of democracy, diversity, and human rights,' said Jarrett. 'Organizers emphasize that the movement is positive, focused on celebrating what unites rather than protesting what divides. The rallies aim to demonstrate the grassroots support for continued U.S.-Canada co-operation across economic, environmental, and security issues.' Article content Jarrett hopes that a number of North Country residents will come and join the movement, although she is unsure of the number of people who will take part in the rally.
