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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Horror as body is found stuck down a drain near a Newcastle train station
A man's body has been found in a stormwater train near a local train station, as police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. Police were called to the drain beside Waratah train station in Mayfield, a suburb of north-western Newcastle, early on Tuesday morning following reports of the body. Witnesses said about a dozen officers cordoned off an area surrounding the drain as investigators worked through the morning, the Newcastle Herald reported. A ladder was reportedly lowered into the drain beside peak hour traffic on nearby Platt Street. A NSW Police spokesperson has said the man's body was removed from the drain and has not yet been identified. The Police Transport Command has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the man's death. It is understood train operations were not impacted by the police operation. More to come.
Fox Sports
a day ago
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- Fox Sports
Which 10 College Football Players Have The Most Passing Yards of All Time?
It can take years for a quarterback to establish himself in college football. That's not the case with these 10 signal-callers, who seized their opportunity early and amassed historic passing yard totals during their college careers. Here are the 10 quarterbacks with the most passing yards in NCAA D-I history. 10 CFB Players With The Most Passing Yards of All Time 10. Baker Mayfield: 14,607 Mayfield played in eight games as a freshman with Texas Tech in the Big 12 and had a solid debut season with 2,315 yards and 12 touchdowns against nine interceptions. Mayfield felt his play earned him the starting position for the following year and was discouraged when there still was a QB competition, so he opted to transfer to Oklahoma in 2014. However, Mayfield was forced to sit out that season and wouldn't suit up until 2015 because of it. The year off didn't hurt Mayfield even a little, though, as he threw for 3,700 yards and a conference-leading 36 touchdowns, while also finishing first in the Big 12 in yards per pass attempt (9.4) and completion percentage (68.1). This was somehow Mayfield's "worst" season at Oklahoma. In 2016, he finished with 3,965 passing yards and 40 touchdowns, and he bumped that completion percentage to a D-I-best 70.9%. The following year, in 2017, he led the Big 12 in touchdowns, completion percentage and yards per attempt, and he threw for a career-high 4,627 yards en route to winning Big 12 Championship Game MVP and his second consecutive Heisman Trophy. 9. Kellen Moore: 14,667 As a freshman, Moore played in 13 games for Boise State and threw for a Western Athletic Conference-leading 3,486 yards, while also ranking first in completion percentage (69.4%), touchdowns (25) and yards per attempt (8.6). He then threw for 3,536 yards in his sophomore season, with a WAC-leading 39 touchdowns. That number jumped once again to 3,845 yards in 2010 during his junior season. Moore capped off an already impressive college career with a fantastic senior campaign, leading the WAC in completions (326), passing yards (3,800), touchdowns (a career-high 43) and yards per attempt (8.7), while leading all of D-I football in completion percentage (74.3%). 8. Ty Detmer: 15,031 Detmer starred for BYU from 1988-91, and despite finishing with what still stands as the eighth-most passing yards in FBS history, he somehow could have done even more. That's because Detmer's freshman year saw him throw for just 1,252 yards despite appearing in 12 games; his completion percentage was a mere 54.2%, and he had just 153 attempts, splitting duties with starter Sean Covey. The job was all his the following year, however, and Detmer exploded for 4,560 passing yards, 32 touchdowns, a 64.3 completion percentage and 11.1 yards per pass attempt. The first three of those led the WAC, while his yards per attempt led all of D-I football. Detmer would win the Heisman Trophy in 1990 owing to an FBS-leading 5,188 passing yards to go along with 361 completions, 41 touchdowns and 9.2 yards per attempt, which proved to be more than enough to offset his 28 interceptions. While his 1991 wasn't quite as good, Detmer still produced 4,031 passing yards, the most in D-I, and finished third in the Heisman Trophy vote. 7. Bo Nix: 15,351 Nix starred for Auburn from 2019-21, but his passing numbers were not quite the stuff of legends while he was there. Nix played in 13, 11 and 10 games in his three seasons in the SEC, picking up 7,250 passing yards during that run. When he transferred to Oregon for the 2022 season, though, Nix's passing numbers exploded. His completion percentage jumped from 2021's then-career-best 61% to a Pac-12-best 71.9%, and he threw for 3,593 yards with 29 touchdowns — 13 more scores than his previous career-high. His 2023 was his finest season, with Nix finishing third in the Heisman Trophy voting thanks to an FBS-leading 364 completions, a D-I-record 77.5% completion percentage, 45 touchdowns and a Pac-12-best 9.6 yards per attempt that led to 4,508 passing yards. In just two years with Oregon compared to three with Auburn, Nix threw for 851 more yards, good enough for seventh all-time. 6. Sam Hartman: 15,656 It took Hartman some time to get going, but a redshirt in 2019 and the extra year of eligibility from the COVID-19-impacted 2020-2021 school year granted him ample chances to catch up. In his first five years with Wake Forest, Hartman threw for a combined 12,967 yards, peaking in 2021 and 2022 when he collected 4,228 and 3,701 passing yards to go along with 39 and 38 touchdowns, respectively. He would then transfer to Notre Dame for the 2023 season, and netted another 2,689 passing yards despite just 301 passing attempts and 191 completions. A career-best 8.9 yards per pass attempt ensured that those completed passes were efficient ones. The end result had him sneak past both Detmer and Nix on the all-time list. 5. Graham Harrell: 15,793 Hartman didn't quite reach Harrell, though, despite the Texas Tech signal-caller putting up all of 422 passing yards in six games as a backup in his freshman season. Harrell was a monster for his next three campaigns, though, and one of the best quarterbacks in all of D-I football. Harrell had an FBS-best 412 completions in 2006, then managed 512 in 2007 before coming back down to earth with 442 completions in 2008. All three seasons were good enough for No. 1 in the FBS. Harrell threw for 4,555, 5,705 and 5,111 passing yards during his last three years with Texas Tech, respectively, with the latter two the leading total for not just the Big 12 but D-I football as a whole. 4. Landry Jones: 16,646 Jones never had a season with any Heisman Trophy recognition, but thanks to throwing for 3,197 yards as a freshman with Oklahoma, he didn't need a year like that to make it to fourth on this list. He followed up his first season with an FBS-best 405 completions and a Big 12-leading 4,718 passing yards; it also served as a career-high for Jones in both categories. He was still throwing for a ton of yards in his junior and senior years (4,463 in 2011 and 4,267 in 2012), despite peaking as a sophomore. Jones averaged 314 passing yards per game for his entire caree. 3. Timmy Chang: 17,072 While Chang was Hawaii's starting quarterback for nine games in 2000 as a freshman, he tore a wrist ligament in 2001 and was limited to just three games. He did manage to compile 1,100 passing yards in those three games, however, and picked up another year of eligibility because of it. That extra year was put to great use. Chang would return as Hawaii's starter in 2002, and lead the WAC in passing yards with 4,474. In fact, he threw for over 4,000 passing yards in his final three seasons, with another 4,199 in 2003 and 4,258 in 2004. Chang not only ranks third in FBS history in passing yards, but he also has the most passing attempts (2,436) of any D-I quarterback, is tied for the most seasons of 4,000 or more passing yards (three) and is second in total offensive yards (16,910). 2. Dillon Gabriel: 18,722 Gabriel spent the first three seasons of his college career at UCF, where he amassed 8,037 passing yards despite the broken clavicle that prematurely ended his 2021 season. The fact that he threw for 3,653 yards and an American Athletic Conference-best 3,570 in his first two years helped make up for that, however. Gabriel transferred to Oklahoma in 2022, where he once again threw for over 3,000 yards in both of his full seasons with the Sooners. He then used his final year of eligibility at Oregon, where he threw for a career-high 3,857 yards. That said, Gabriel finished with nearly 19,000 passing yards and the most passing touchdowns (155) in FBS history. 1. Case Keenum: 19,217 Keenum picked up an extra year of eligibility after tearing his ACL as a junior in 2010, but even without the 636 yards that he accumulated in the three games of that season prior to his injury, he would have had enough passing yards for second all-time. Keenum threw for 2,259 yards as a freshman with Houston in seven starts (273 attempts), and took hold of the starting job in 2008. He went on to throw for 5,020 yards, leading Conference USA in that category, as well as in completions, attempts and completion percentage. His performance in 2009 was even better. His 492 completions, 70.3 completion percentage, 44 touchdowns and 5,671 passing yards were all tops in FBS. His 5,671 passing yards are also tied for the fourth-most in a D-I season. 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USA Today
2 days ago
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- USA Today
5 Burning questions on the Bucs offense that need answered ahead of 2025
As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare to defend their NFC South title, their offense is in a transitional but promising phase. With a mix of veterans, emerging contributors, and new faces, each offensive position group faces its own key question heading into training camp and the 2025 season. Here's one big question surrounding every unit on the offensive side of the ball. Quarterback: Can Baker Mayfield sustain his career-best season under new play-caller Josh Grizzard? Mayfield delivered a breakout performance in 2024, throwing for 4,500 yards and 41 touchdowns with a 71.4% completion rate. That season's offensive upturn was orchestrated by new offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard, who stepped up after Liam Coen departed for Jacksonville. Grizzard now takes the reins, bringing continuity while adding his own strategic concepts. The burning question: Can Mayfield continue to build on his success and adapt to Grizzard's approach, proving he's more than a one-season sensation? Running Back: Can Bucky Irving replicate his historic rookie year, and will depth behind him step forward? Fourth-round rookie Bucky Irving became the first Buccaneer since Doug Martin (2012) to rush for over 1,000 yards, finishing 2024 with 1,122 yards and eight touchdowns on a stellar 5.4 yards per carry. He also chipped in 47 receptions for 392 yards, contributing to the team's explosive ground game. With Rachaad White returning mixed workloads and Sean Tucker adding depth, the question is: Will Irving build on his All-Rookie debut, and can Tampa deepen its backfield to maintain balance? Wide Receiver: Will Chris Godwin return to full form and fortify an already elite receiver room? While Mike Evans remains a reliable threat, the Bucs' offense missed its full rhythm after Chris Godwin Jr. fractured his ankle in Week 7 of 2024. Godwin tallied 50 catches for 576 yards and five touchdowns in just seven games. Fully recovered and signed to a three-year extension, his return is critical. The key question: Can Godwin regain his previous form to reinforce an elite WR corps and restore three-dimensional receiving production? Tight End: Can Cade Otton break out and become a true mismatch weapon? Tight end Cade Otton delivered a safe and effective performance in his first two seasons, highlighted by 52 receptions for 497 yards in 2024. With offensive concepts under Grizzard and Mayfield acknowledging his reliability, the question is clear: Can Otton elevate to become a consistent seam threat and red-zone mismatch, not just a check-down safety valve? Offensive Line: Will the offense hold up without Tristan Wirfs to start the season? All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs will miss the opening weeks of 2025 due to a lower-leg injury. In his absence, Charlie Heck will likely start at LT. Alongside second-year center Graham Barton, right guard Cody Mauch, Luke Godeke, and returning left guard Ben Bredeson. Someone will need to step up to be the anchor until 78 returns. The burning question: Can this reshuffled line protect Mayfield and maintain a potent rushing attack without its star tackle?
Newsweek
2 days ago
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- Newsweek
Cam Newton Reveals Blunt Honesty About Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Heading into the 2025 NFL season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield are looking to continue their success from the last two years. In each of the last two seasons, the Buccaneers have made the playoffs. Led by Mayfield, who has been playing at a very high level since joining Tampa Bay, the team has looked the part of a sleeper Super Bowl contender. Over the last four years, the Buccaneers have retained the NFC South division crown. They're looking for another division win and a deep playoff run this year. Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates during an NFL Wild Card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Raymond James Stadium on January 15, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates during an NFL Wild Card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Raymond James Stadium on January 15, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. Photo byMayfield has found his path after a rocky start to his NFL career. He is finally starting to show why he was the No. 1 overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft. Read more: Vikings' Justin Jefferson Sends Strong Message to NFL Recently, former NFL star quarterback Cam Newton revealed his top-10 signal callers in the league. He placed Mayfield on his list at No. 10, but also revealed a bluntly honest take about the Tampa Bay star. "He's too erratic," Newton said. "When he's good man, he's good. But man, when he's bad, it's like 'Bake, why'd you throw that pick?'" He has had his fair share of turnover problems. Even last season in what was one of his best career years, Mayfield threw 16 interceptions. Speaking of his 2024 season, Mayfield played in all 17 games. He completed 71.4 percent of his pass attempts for 4,500 yards, 41 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions, while also running for 378 yards and three more touchdowns. At 30 years old, Mayfield is in his prime. In his last two seasons with the Buccaneers, he has been playing the best football of his career by far. He has shown no signs of slowing down. Read more: Steelers Legend Reveals Brutal Prediction for Aaron Rodgers' NFL Conclusion Newton clearly has his issues with Mayfield's game, but he still placed him as the No. 10 overall quarterback in the NFL. That alone speaks volumes about just how good Mayfield has been to overcome 16 interceptions and still earn that kind of ranking. It will be interesting to see what the 2025 season has in store for Tampa Bay and Mayfield. Chris Godwin returned in free agency and Mike Evans is back for more. The Buccaneers also brought in former Ohio State standout wide receiver Emeka Egbuka in the 2025 NFL Draft. All signs point to yet another big-time season for Mayfield and the Tampa Bay offense. For more Tampa Bay Buccaneers and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Fox Sports
7 days ago
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- Fox Sports
Top Performances Joel Klatt has called: Baker Mayfield shows out in Bedlam
The college football offseason is not only a great time to look ahead, but it's also a great time to do some reflection. In the latest episode of my podcast, I did a little reflection thanks to a mailbag question. A fan named Roy L asked me which player had the best performance in a game that I've called. Honestly, that's such a difficult question to answer. I can't pick just one because there have been so many incredible performances. So, I'm going to share my top five individual performances I've ever called instead. Throughout this week, I'll go one by one through my top five, in descending order. I have a pair of honorable mentions that I want to give shout-outs to. Kyler Murray in the 2018 Red River Showdown was phenomenal. Texas won that game, but the former Oklahoma quarterback had a run down the sideline in that game that's still probably the singular best play I've ever seen. The other honorable mention I had was Ohio State quarterback JT Barrett's comeback performance against Penn State in 2017. If you remember, Saquon Barkley took the opening kickoff for a touchdown, but Barrett was incredible in that game. I just couldn't find a spot for him on that list. Here's the full list to this point: 5. Ohio State WR Marvin Harrison Jr. & Edge JT Tuimoloau @ Penn State (2022) 4. Michigan edge Aidan Hutchinson vs. Ohio State (2021) No. 3 on this list features another performance in one of college football's best rivalries. 3. Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield vs. Oklahoma State (2017) This was an incredible game in an incredible environment. Really, it's one of my favorite games I've ever called. Oklahoma and Oklahoma State traded absolute haymakers for 60 minutes in the 2017 Bedlam matchup in Stillwater. It was a wild offensive game, with Oklahoma winning, 62-52. And for the first time, I remember experiencing the Baker Mayfield swag. It didn't matter what Oklahoma State did in that game. Mayfield rolled out there and practically did the Conor McGregor strut, owning Oklahoma State's defense. He wasn't picking Oklahoma State's defense apart. He was torching them on deep passes. Mayfield's stat line was incredible, too. He completed 24 of 36 passes for 598 yards to go with six total touchdowns. As Mayfield nearly threw for 600 yards, he averaged just under 25 yards per completion (24.9). I've never seen someone throw for a higher yards-per-completion in my life. Also, if I'm not mistaken, I believe this was the game that my partner, Gus Johnson, gave Marquise Brown the "Hollywood" nickname. He had nine receptions for 265 yards and two touchdowns in that game. But Mayfield was dropping dimes. In almost every offensive series for Oklahoma, I remember watching Mayfield drop back and putting my hands on my head in amazement because I couldn't say anything while Gus was calling the game. At one point, I had to hit my mute button because I was uttering "no way!" at one of Mayfield's throws. Gus went wild, nicknames were born, and major numbers were put up. That's what helps make this one of the great performances I've called. A month after Oklahoma's win over Oklahoma State, Mayfield was named the Heisman winner. He also helped the Sooners reach the College Football Playoff. Joel Klatt is FOX Sports' lead college football game analyst and the host of the podcast " The Joel Klatt Show. " Follow him at @joelklatt and subscribe to the "Joel Klatt Show" on YouTube . Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily. recommended Item 1 of 3 Get more from the College Football Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
