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3 days ago
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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph thinks Will Howard has a lot of tools.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph thinks Will Howard has a lot of tools. originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Many expected the Pittsburgh Steelers to take a quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft, but not many thought they would wait as long as they did. Advertisement They drafted Ohio State field general Will Howard with the 185th pick in the sixth round of the draft, and veteran QB Mason Rudolph thinks that the rookie has a lot of good things going for him. "He's been great," Rudolph said in a recent interview with Missi Matthews. "He's a nice guy, first of all. He's a good guy to share the quarterback room with... He is athletic and he throws the ball well... I think he's got a lot of tools and I'll be excited to go to work with him." Some, including former NFL coach Jon Gruden, have compared the 6-4, 236 pound rookie to Buffalo Bills' MVP winner Josh Allen, who himself was not all that in his rookie season. If Howard can live up to even half of that comparison, the Steelers have something to look forward to. Advertisement In his final season with the Buckeyes this past season, Howard finished with 4,010 passing yards and 35 touchdowns on 73 percent completion, all three of which led the Big Ten Conference. The Steelers' current starting quarterback is Rudolph, with no Aaron Rodgers decision seeming to be imminent just yet. But eventually? If Howard can prove that he has all of the tools that Rudolph says he does, he could have an opportunity to take the veteran's job as Pittsburgh's QB1. Related: Steelers QB Impressed Early with New Offensive Addition Related: Crazy Prediction Has Steelers Worse But Same In 2025 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Miami Herald
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Jon Gruden shares unboxing of iconic HBCU program
Former NFL coach Jon Gruden recently took to social media to share a heartfelt and nostalgic unboxing video featuring a curated gift package from Grambling State University. Dressed in a throwback Doug Williams Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey, Gruden's admiration for the storied football legacy of the HBCU was on full display. The package included a long-sleeve shirt with a vintage mascot, a short-sleeve tee with the university's academic logo, Adidas-branded basketball shorts, a 3/4 zip jacket, a hoodie, two Grambling visors, and a pair of black-and-gold Grambling slides. Gruden also read aloud an official letter from the GSU athletic department, a gesture that clearly moved him. Throughout the video, Gruden reflected on his deep connections to Grambling legends. He praised Doug Williams, acknowledged his coaching ties to Willie Brown during their time with the Los Angeles Raiders, and fondly remembered golfing with former G-Men quarterback James "Shack" Harris. He also highlighted the achievements of Hall of Fame wide receiver Charlie Joiner and paid tribute to legendary head coach Eddie Robinson. Gruden closed the segment with words of encouragement for current Grambling head coach Mickey Joseph, calling him "a great leader." The video quickly resonated with fans, reinforcing Grambling's powerful legacy in the fabric of American football. Jon Gruden's popular unboxing videos took off after he joined Barstool Sports in November 2024. Since then, he's regularly received care packages from teams and coaches across the sports world, which he opens on camera with his signature enthusiasm and storytelling flair. Each unboxing typically features Gruden reminiscing about a team's legacy, thanking the senders, and occasionally dropping spirited recruiting pitches that feel straight out of a locker room speech. These segments have become a unique blend of nostalgia, sports appreciation, and raw charisma, showcasing Gruden's deep love for competition and connection with athletes and programs at every level. The post Jon Gruden shares unboxing of iconic HBCU program appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Yahoo
17-05-2025
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5 Most Shocking NFL Scandals That Forever Changed the League
The New England Patriots beat the Indianapolis Colts in the 2015 AFC Championship, the game remembered for being Deflategate. Controversy is nothing new for the NFL. Some scandals have rocked the league away from the field, leading to long-term structural changes. From secret tapes to deflated footballs to off-field criminal cases, here are five of the most notorious NFL scandals. 5. Jon Gruden's Email Controversy (2021) Indiana Hoosiers, Jon Gruden In 2021, Jon Gruden resigned as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders after old emails surfaced. Messages from 2011-2018 included racist, sexist and homophobic language, along with criticism of Commissioner Roger Goodell and player protests. Once the emails became public, Gruden resigned and was removed from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ring of Honor. He later sued the NFL, claiming they leaked the emails to force him out. Advertisement Related: Jon Gruden has MVP-like praise for unheralded NFL Draft QB prospect 4. Michael Vick's Dogfighting Ring (2007) Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was convicted for his involvement in an illegal dogfighting ring called 'Bad Newz Kennels.' He served 21 months in federal prison and received an indefinite suspension from the NFL. Vick later returned to the league and earned Comeback Player of the Year honors in 2010. 3. Deflategate (2015) Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images The New England Patriots were accused of deflating footballs to gain an advantage during the 2014 AFC Championship game. Quarterback Tom Brady received a four-game suspension, the team was fined $1 million, and they lost two draft picks. Despite the controversy, they went on to win Super Bowl XLIX that season. Advertisement Related: Multiple New England Patriots' top picks from 2024 NFL Draft reportedly face uncertain futures 2. Bountygate (2012) Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images The New Orleans Saints' bounty scandal emerged in 2012 when it was revealed players were paid to injure opponents. The punishment was severe: head coach Sean Payton was suspended for the entire season. Several players and staff members received suspensions as well. The incident served as a wake-up call about the lengths teams would go to win and how far some coaches would push boundaries. 1. Spygate (2007) NFL Football: New England Patriots at New York Giants 'Spygate' rocked the NFL in 2007 when the Patriots were caught secretly recording the New York Jets' defensive signals from an unauthorized location. The fallout included a $500,000 fine for head coach Bill Belichick, a $250,000 fine for the team, and the loss of a first-round draft pick. The NFL subsequently destroyed the tapes, raising questions about the extent of the cheating. Also Read:: Five living sports legends with the most expensive autographed cards
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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Bucs Use Gruden To Unbox 50th Season Schedule Release Video
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are coming off a fourth consecutive NFC South title, but have a lot of room to improve - with expectations to match. The excitement? It is captured perfectly by Super Bowl-winning coach Jon Gruden in the Bucs' 2025 NFL schedule release video ... all part of a celebration of Tampa Bay's coming 50th season. Advertisement With another division championship this season, Tampa Bay will become the first team in NFC South history to win five consecutive division titles. And it's all about the schedule Official 2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Schedule Week 1: @ Atlanta Falcons Week 2: @ Houston Texans (Monday Night Football) Week 3: vs. New York Jets Week 4: vs. Philadelphia Eagles Week 5: @ Seattle Seahawks Week 6: vs. San Francisco 49ers Week 7: @ Detroit Lions - (Monday Night Football) Week 8: BYE WEEK Week 9: @ New Orleans Saints Week 10: vs. New England Patriots Week 11: @ Buffalo Bills Week 12: @ Los Angeles Rams (Sunday Night Football) Advertisement Week 13: vs. Arizona Cardinals Week 14: vs. New Orleans Saints Week 15: vs. Atlanta Falcons (Thursday Night Football) Week 16: @ Carolina Panthers Week 17: @ Miami Dolphins Week 18: vs. Carolina Panthers Across eight home games and nine road games, the Buccaneers will face the 14th easiest (or 19th toughest) schedule, nestled nicely near the middle of the pack. These rankings are based on the combined win percentage from last season of Tampa's 2025 opponents (.481). Outside of their matchups against arguably the worst division in football, the Bucs will face a series of tough tests this season, notably with battles agains the Texans, Bills, and reigning Super Bowl champion Eagles. Advertisement You excited, Coach Gruden? On their quest for a historic fifth straight NFC South crown, Tampa will face the toughest total schedule in the division, but obviously Gruden thinks that shouldn't stop them from getting production from their many weapons. Related: Buccaneers Insider Details Todd Bowles Coach Marriage With Josh Grizzard
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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NFL schedule release video rankings 2025: Which teams had best reveals?
USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to change. Who rules the NFL (social media)? The NFL content Super Bowl has arrived in the NFL with the 2025 schedule release. What was once just the release of the season calendar has turned into a chaotic, beautiful moment for all 32 squads. Teams go above and beyond to release videos that reveal the schedule in hilarious, dramatic format. Advertisement Is having a top tier schedule release video indicative of a successful season? Sort of. Last season, USA TODAY Sports ranked the Arizona Cardinals as the worst video release, and they missed the playoffs for the third consecutive year. But the second-worst Denver Broncos, made the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles had the third-best, and they ended up hoisting the Lombardi Trophy. The No. 1 ranked Los Angeles Chargers also made the playoffs. The Chargers have had the top video the past two seasons. Will anyone unseat them and claim the crown? Minecraft was a popular way to release videos. The Colts did not hold back with some of these jokes, and while some were exceptional, it resulted in the video getting deleted. The new video didn't do any favors. Maybe the film should've actually been short. 30. Cleveland Browns You're not the only one confused as to what we just witnessed. Dave Portnoy delivers an unfunny announcement that could put you to sleep. Just dudes being dudes, but unsure if this is a live stream worth watching. 27. Carolina Panthers Panthers players get some weight lifted off their shoulders, just in an unfunny way. While a cool look through the city, there's nothing special happening. A nice look through the Raiders headquarters with subtle jokes at opponents. Some people aren't great at acting. Kids falling always get some chuckles. This goes for the motivational route, and while the animations are incredible, it wasn't anything special. The drawings within drawings made for some wicked art-ception. As horrifying as it is, everyone's had these types of fever dreams before. Everyone wishes coaches would actually show an angry version of themselves, and the anger translator had some solid clap backs. 'Cash Cab' was an iconic show, and while there was some cool trivia sprinkled in, most were too easy. Jon Gruden unboxing videos unveil cool stuff and tidbits, and the former Buccaneer coach knows how to get people hyped. It was simple, but you're allowed to flex the Lombardi Trophy as Super Bowl champions. If these tattoos are real, then there's no denying the loyalty in Minneapolis. With the 50th anniversary of the team, Seattle goes with the old school action figure commercial. The villain figures were a creative way to make fun of opponents. One of the most iconic moments in the 'Scary Movie' franchise with some notable Texans fans. 13. Chicago Bears Always expect some shenanigans with Lamorne Morris. Mack Wilson definitely has some bars. This could be an anthem played during games. 11. Buffalo Bills Now this is the A.I. we want to see. Simple and a great twist. Getting the social media star of 2025 in Ashton Hall to do his routine? The Jaguars definitely put at least 10,000 on it. 9. Washington Commanders Some good spots with an amazing game in Roller Coaster Tycoon, but felt like it held back on some teams. 8. Los Angeles Rams Brenda Song knows ball, and 'The Daily Show'-style had some clever jokes. 7. Tennessee Titans Tennessee captures how every NFL fan feels without football being played with a hilarious medicinal commercial. 6. New York Giants The Giants perfectly capped the city stereotypes and fan bases with a 'Love Island' parody. Video game inspired releases have been a hit, and credit for not using an actual game for it. Also some fantastic deep cuts for other fanbases. Way to commit to the 'Severance' style. It really felt like an episode of the hit show with the ominous feel, and the players showed some acting chops. 3. Pittsburgh Steelers Nick Herbig and Keeanu Benton should consider a TV show after this performance. The animal noises part was gold. The old school Mario Kart was incredible with stellar graphics, and the Falcons didn't hold back with the great diss of Bill Belichick. The Chargers do it again, this time with Minecraft. There are so many sneaky disses in there, and it's pure art from beginning to end. Los Angeles remains the king of shade and schedule release videos. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: NFL schedule release video rankings 2025: Who has the best, worst?
