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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Community support for family involved in deadly Mother's Day wreck going beyond state lines
JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — The Paint Rock Fire Department hosted a barbecue to raise money for a Fayetteville, Tennessee, family involved in a deadly wreck earlier this month. On May 11, a truck pulling cargo for Amazon hit six cars on I-75 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with two of the cars catching fire in the crash. Two people were killed and eight others were injured and taken to nearby hospitals. The Smith family was among those injured and killed in the wreck. 'Don't underestimate its power': Remembering water safety when visiting Little River this summer The father, Lane, was pronounced dead on the scene. His 22-month-old son, Sawyer, died at a local hospital on May 18, exactly one week after the wreck. The mother, Baleigh, and 8-year-old sister, Brynlee, were seriously injured in the wreck. Brynlee is currently being treated for burns at Vanderbilt. Since the wreck, businesses across Lincoln County, Tennessee, have poured out their support for the family. The Bank of Lincoln County opened a donation account for the Smith family, something representatives say is crucial due to fraudulent activity on online donation platforms. Saturday's barbeque showed the support for the Smiths crosses state lines. The goal was to sell over 400 plates in an effort to raise about $8,000. Lane's grandparents, Betty and Danny Johnson, attended the event and described their grandson as an extraordinary person. 📲 to stay updated on the go. 📧 to have news sent to your inbox. 'Always a smile on his face. Helped everybody in the community,' Danny Johnson said. 'Just somebody that you couldn't believe was to be 23-year-old and be that much of a man.' Johnson said young Sawyer loved to be with his dad. 'Every time Lane got off, he was on the tractor or on the gator going to feed the cows,' Johnson said. 'He loved his moo moos.' The grandparents call the tragedy a nightmare. 'You feel like it's unbearable at times,' Betty Johnson said. 'It's the worst nightmare you can have,' Danny Johnson said. 'Just unbelievable, I never dreamed of it.' Paint Rock Fire Chief Finis Johnson knows Danny and Betty, which is why his department stepped in to help. 'We're just helping, that's all I can say, wanted to do something to help,' Finis Johnson said. 'It's a tragedy and everything like that, and if the community can come together and help support something like that, it's good.' The outpouring of support from people who don't even know the family means the world to them. 'People here are extraordinary,' Danny Johnson said. 'Small community and their heart just goes out and they're willing to help.' 'This is what you call America and Americans. Everybody wants to help, a lot of kind-hearted people,' Danny Johnson said. 'There's a lot of bad people, too, but I'm gonna say the majority have a heart and they're willing to help when needed, and we just appreciate this so much.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Eagles dominate the top 5 of PFF's ranking of the NFL's top 32 offensive tackles
Eagles dominate the top 5 of PFF's ranking of the NFL's top 32 offensive tackles PFF ranked the top 32 offensive tackles in the NFL, with Jordan Mailata surpassing Trent Williams for the No. 1 spot, while Lane Johnson secured No. 5. The Top 10 Offensive Tackles in the NFL today 💪 — PFF (@PFF) May 31, 2025 The Eagles have the top offensive line in the NFL, and one of the most significant contributors to sustained success starts with the bookends at offensive tackle. Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson have cemented themselves as the top duo in the NFL, and the former Australian Rugby star has overtaken the future Hall of Famer in Pro Football Focus rankings. PFF ranked the top 32 offensive tackles in the NFL, with Jordan Mailata surpassing Trent Williams for the No. 1 spot, while Lane Johnson secured No. 5. Tristan Wirfs (Buccaneers), Rashawn Slater (Chargers), and Williams (49ers) were second, third, and fourth on the list, sandwiched in between the Eagles duo. What PFF said about Mailata: "Mailata was the most complete offensive lineman in the NFL in 2024." "Only two offensive tackles earned PFF pass-blocking grades above 90.0, and only two earned PFF run-blocking grades above 90.0. Philadelphia's left tackle was the only one to achieve both feats. His 95.2 PFF overall grade also led the position." What PFF said about Lane Johnson: "Johnson, the highest-ranked right tackle on this list, was one of just two offensive tackles to earn PFF pass-blocking and run-blocking grades over 85.0 in 2024 — with the other being his teammate Jordan Mailata." "Johnson did not surrender a sack and gave up pressure on only 2.2% of pass plays during the 2024 regular season, which ranked second among all offensive tackles and led right tackles."
USA Today
23-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Eagles LT Jordan Mailata points out impressive fact about Lane Johnson
Eagles LT Jordan Mailata points out impressive fact about Lane Johnson Lane Johnson has demonstrated the ability to adapt throughout his NFL career Despite just turning 35 years old, Eagles All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson remains at the top of his game. Now the longest-tenured Eagle on the roster, Johnson allowed zero sacks on 937 offensive snaps last season and is showing no signs of slowing down. However, one of his most impressive traits doesn't get enough attention. When speaking with reporters on Tuesday, fellow offensive lineman Jordan Mailata talked about Johnson's ability to adapt while playing next to a different right guard every season. "Lane does a hell of a job. Nobody ever talks about that. How many right guards has Lane played next to, and he has a stellar performance every year. If it wasn't for Stout and Lane being able to adapt and be as great as he is, that is the reason why we're about to fill that position [right guard]. "For instance, me and Landon, we have about 10,000 reps together. That's a lot of reps. You know timing, you get the rhythm, you get the feel. That's very important. I think that shows on the film. When you don't have that synchronicity, the timing's off, the rhythm's off, the feel is off. For Lane, he's able to adapt. He's able to find that rhythm with whoever he is playing next to." Lane Johnson hasn't played with the same starting right guard in consecutive seasons since 2019: 2024 — Mekhi Becton 2023 — Cam Jurgens 2022 — Isaac Seumalo 2021 — Jack Driscoll 2020 — Nate Herbig 2019 — Brandon Brooks Lane Johnson's elite play has earned him six Pro Bowls, two first-team All-Pro selections, and two Super Bowl titles. With the NFL announcing a new Protector of the Year award, Johnson may soon add another trophy to his resume.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lane Johnson could win some hardware at season's end thanks to recent announcement
One must consider the prospect of making up words to find the appropriate superlatives to describe Philadelphia Eagles legend Lane Johnson. Everything that already exists has been used hundreds of times: Two-time Super Bowl Champion, two-time First-Team All-Pro, three-time Second-Team All-Pro, six-time Pro Bowler, future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. Advertisement How about another? This one has a ring to it. He can also be the first winner of the NFL's Protector of the Year Award. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport recently reported an announcement by NFL executive Troy Vincent. The new season-ending award will be handed out at the NFL Honors next February. Lane Johnson is one of the best at doing it. He'll no doubt be one of the favorites to win. Add his name to an early list of favorites, including teammate Jordan Mailata. Expect to hear more about this as the story develops. Last season, Johnson ranked 1st among NFL RTs in PFF pass-blocking grade (88.1), pressure percentage (2.2%), and knockdown percentage (0.2%). He allowed zero sacks and 1 QB hit in 451 pass-blocking snaps. This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Recent news puts Lane Johnson in contention for postseason award
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Lane Johnson could win some hardware at season's end thanks to recent announcement
Lane Johnson could win some hardware at season's end thanks to recent announcement Lane Johnson could be in line for some hardware thanks to a recent announcement. One must consider the prospect of making up words to find the appropriate superlatives to describe Philadelphia Eagles legend Lane Johnson. Everything that already exists has been used hundreds of times: Two-time Super Bowl Champion, two-time First-Team All-Pro, three-time Second-Team All-Pro, six-time Pro Bowler, future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. How about another? This one has a ring to it. He can also be the first winner of the NFL's Protector of the Year Award. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport recently reported an announcement by NFL executive Troy Vincent. The new season-ending award will be handed out at the NFL Honors next February. Lane Johnson is one of the best at doing it. He'll no doubt be one of the favorites to win. Add his name to an early list of favorites, including teammate Jordan Mailata. Expect to hear more about this as the story develops. Last season, Johnson ranked 1st among NFL RTs in PFF pass-blocking grade (88.1), pressure percentage (2.2%), and knockdown percentage (0.2%). He allowed zero sacks and 1 QB hit in 451 pass-blocking snaps.
