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USA Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Oklahoma Sooners linebacker makes Nagurski Award watch list
It's officially watch list season in college football as the 2025 season kicks off in late-August with Week Zero, and then Week One action takes place on Thursday through Monday of Labor Day weekend. The Oklahoma Sooners had another player make a preseason watch list for a postseason award on Tuesday. Linebacker Kip Lewis was one of 60 players named to the watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, which is given annually to the best defensive player in college football. The only Oklahoma Sooners to win the award were Roy Williams in 2001 and Derrick Strait in 2003. Both did so under Brent Venables when he was the defensive coordinator at OU. Strait represents the last defensive back to win an award that's been dominated by linebackers and defensive linemen over the last 23 years. Lewis provided two of OU's best moments during the 2024 season. His pick six against Auburn gave Oklahoma a lead they wouldn't relinquish late in the fourth quarter, while his pick six against Alabama ultimately put the Crimson Tide into an unrecoverable tailspin that night in Norman. Lewis returns in 2025 as one of the veteran leaders of head coach Brent Venables' defense. He's started at linebacker since midway through the 2023 season alongside Danny Stutsman. Now with Stutsman off to the NFL, the Sooners are hoping Lewis can help fill his big shoes at Oklahoma. He's entering his fourth year at Oklahoma, as a member of the 2022 recruiting class, Venables' first at OU. Lewis figures to have a big say in how good the Sooners could be on defense this year. Venables and his staff will be counting on the veteran to provide more big moments this fall. Contact/Follow us @SoonersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oklahoma news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow Aaron on X @Aaron_Gelvin.
Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
ITV Midsomer Murders fans say the same thing as Inspector Morse star makes appearance
Midsomer Murders fans were left distracted as they noticed a familiar face from the Inspector Morse series Midsomer Murders viewers found themselves thoroughly distracted on Tuesday evening after Kevin Whately popped up in a repeat episode of the ITV series. The star, renowned for portraying Lewis in both Inspector Morse and the ITV spin-off Lewis, stepped into the shoes of murder suspect Jeremy in the John Barnaby drama. Within moments of the episode beginning, fans flocked to Twitter to express their excitement over the Inspector Morse crossover. @NickStevenson63 wrote: "So... when worlds collide; Inspector Lewis in Midsomer Murders. It was bound to happen sooner or later given the number of strange and bizarre deaths in this otherwise quiet corner of Oxfordshire." @Suzy_H14 begged: "They can't kill #Lewis #MidsomerMurders," reports the Express. @ghostheart__ observed: "Lots of Morse/Lewis links in this episode of #MidsomerMurders - firstly Kevin Whately who was obviously Lewis in Morse/Lewis, Jane Bertish who was in Morse episode The Wolvercote Tongue and Alexander Hanson who was in Lewis episode Generation of Vipers." @dennison_shelly continued: "Fabulous collection of musical theatre actors in tonight's #MidsomerMurders and the universe-bending inclusion of Lewis aka Kevin Whately. Excellent fun. "Lewis better not get killed off in tonight's #MidsomerMurders that'd just be too weird," @neiltheshaker posted. @samjcstuff revealed: "My brain is not computing Lewis appearing in #midsomermurders." Kevin portrayed Robert "Robbie" Lewis in Inspector Morse from 1987 to 2000, and in Lewis from 2006 to 2015. In a 2023 interview, Midsomer Murders' lead actors Neil Dudgeon and Fiona Dolman graced the This Morning sofa to discuss the show's milestone 50th episode. The on-screen couple shared a light-hearted conversation with hosts Alison Hammond and Craig Doyle about the enduring appeal of the series. "So what's the secret to your on-screen success?" Alison inquired, prompting Neil to quip: "Sexual chemistry." He elaborated: "I think we've just got on very well right from the start, didn't we?". "We did," Fiona concurred. "Neil was already cast, so I had an audition, and I had to go in and read with him. "And yeah, I think we clicked right from the beginning." Reflecting on their long-running partnership, Fiona added: "We've done it for 12 years now which means all that kind of fear that you have as an actor when you join something and you have to pretend you have an intimate relationship with someone that you've never met, that's all just gone now, hasn't it?". "It is great, I always said we should have had Fiona in the show anyway," Neil, who plays John Barnaby, interjected.
Sunday World
5 hours ago
- Health
- Sunday World
Councillor warns of laughing gas dangers after ‘toxic' den discovered in Co Down town
Under current legislation, the knowing or reckless supply of nitrous oxide (NOS) for inhalation is banned and dealers face up to seven years behind bars DUP councillor Alan Lewis concerned about laughing gas use in Ballynahinch A Co Down councillor has expressed concerns about a life-threatening culture of laughing gas use following the discovery of a 'toxic' den in Ballynahinch. Under current legislation, the knowing or reckless supply of nitrous oxide (NOS) for inhalation is banned and dealers face up to seven years behind bars. However, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) has found that it can readily be bought online for around £25 a bottle. Discarded nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, canisters. Pic: PA Slieve Croob representative Alan Lewis said he has personally removed 'multiple cylinders' from the Grove Road after residents complained that they 'can be regularly found at this location'. 'These gas bottles were found with pump nozzles attached and used balloons scattered alongside,' he said. 'There are dozens of these bottles being found on a weekly basis at this location. 'At the moment, we are working on how to dispose of these gas bottles safely. These gas bottles are a real and present danger for younger children who will not know what they are. 'Some of these bottles were thrown away without any thought for others' safety, some even still had balloons attached, which an innocent child could easily pick up and be exposed to the dangers. Inhaling nitrous oxide is dangerous. It's being talked about as a quick high." The potentially deadly gas is typically released into balloons from small silver canisters and then inhaled. Prolonged use can cause vitamin B12 deficiency, anaemia and nerve damage. Doctors previously warned that using the substance can lead to spinal injuries and, in some cases, even death. The DUP councillor warned that, despite the nickname, laughing gas isn't funny. 'This gas starves the brain of oxygen, leading to dizziness, unconsciousness, and in some cases, death,' Mr Lewis said. 'There is a toxic warning label on these for a reason, it's dangerous. 'Some brands are stronger than regular NOS and may contain unknown additives. You never know what you're inhaling. Life is worth more than a 60-second high. Stay smart. Stay safe. Don't be stupid.' The PSNI said nitrous oxide is a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and warned that 'making possession and sale for recreational purposes a criminal offence'. The Northern Ireland Public Health Agency website states that New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) have received a high media profile over the past few years, 'in part because of the difficulties in restricting access to these drugs using the law and also because of deaths in Northern Ireland relating to NPS.' DUP councillor Alan Lewis concerned about laughing gas use in Ballynahinch News in 90 Seconds - Tuesday, July 29
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Yahoo
Caitlin Clark's stalker gets sentenced to more than 2 years in prison after guilty plea
A 55-year-old man was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison after pleading guilty to stalking and harassing Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark. Michael Lewis of Denton, Texas, reached a deal with Marion County, Ind., prosecutors before pleading guilty Monday to one felony count of stalking and one misdemeanor count of harassment. Lewis will receive credit for the 197 days he has already served behind bars since his January arrest. He allegedly sending the then-22-year-old Clark hundreds of 'threats and sexually explicit messages' via social media between Dec. 12 and Jan. 11. Read more: Caitlin Clark's alleged stalker yells 'guilty as charged' in court, but judge doesn't allow plea Days before his arrest, Lewis told police who were making a welfare check to his Indianapolis hotel room that he was in 'an imaginary relationship.' He continued to message the WNBA star after the police visit. 'This resolution ensures that the defendant is held accountable for his threatening actions, the fear he instilled, and the disruption he caused,' Marion County prosecutor Ryan Mears said Monday in a statement. '... The victim will be able to have peace of mind while focusing on what matters to her.' As part of the ruling, Lewis was ordered to have no contact with Clark and to stay away from Gainbridge and Hinkle fieldhouses in Indiana, as well as all events associated with the Fever or Indiana Pacers. He is also not allowed to have internet access while serving his sentence. Read more: Caitlin Clark rookie card brings $660,000 at auction, nearly doubling previous women's record Judge Angela Dow Davis also recommended that Lewis seek mental health treatment. According to WTHR-TV in Indianapolis, Davis frequently had to stop and correct the behavior of Lewis, who at one point prophesied the end of the world. It was similar behavior to when he first appeared in court after his arrest earlier this year. Davis repeatedly told him to "stop talking" because he kept interrupting the proceedings. Get the best, most interesting and strangest stories of the day from the L.A. sports scene and beyond from our newsletter The Sports Report. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
8 hours ago
- Los Angeles Times
Caitlin Clark's stalker gets sentenced to more than 2 years in prison after guilty plea
A 55-year-old man was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison after pleading guilty to stalking and harassing Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark. Michael Lewis of Denton, Texas, reached a deal with Marion County, Ind., prosecutors before pleading guilty Monday to one felony count of stalking and one misdemeanor count of harassment. Lewis will receive credit for the 197 days he has already served behind bars since his January arrest. He allegedly sending the then-22-year-old Clark hundreds of 'threats and sexually explicit messages' via social media between Dec. 12 and Jan. 11. Days before his arrest, Lewis told police who were making a welfare check to his Indianapolis hotel room that he was in 'an imaginary relationship.' He continued to message the WNBA star after the police visit. 'This resolution ensures that the defendant is held accountable for his threatening actions, the fear he instilled, and the disruption he caused,' Marion County prosecutor Ryan Mears said Monday in a statement. '... The victim will be able to have peace of mind while focusing on what matters to her.' As part of the ruling, Lewis was ordered to have no contact with Clark and to stay away from Gainbridge and Hinkle fieldhouses in Indiana, as well as all events associated with the Fever or Indiana Pacers. He is also not allowed to have internet access while serving his sentence. Judge Angela Dow Davis also recommended that Lewis seek mental health treatment. According to WTHR-TV in Indianapolis, Davis frequently had to stop and correct the behavior of Lewis, who at one point prophesied the end of the world. It was similar behavior to when he first appeared in court after his arrest earlier this year. Davis repeatedly told him to 'stop talking' because he kept interrupting the proceedings.
