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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Recent Patriots draft picks that can revitalize their career in 2025
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry discuss how Caedan Wallace and Ja'Lynn Polk can revitalize their careers after disappointing starts since being drafted. Recent Patriots draft picks that can revitalize their career in 2025 originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
News.com.au
8 hours ago
- Politics
- News.com.au
Ex-Nationals leaders Barnaby Joyce, Michael McCormack turn on leader David Littleproud
Nationals senator Ross Cadell says his party wasn't consulted before Barnaby Joyce and Michael McCormack publicly undermined party leader David Littleproud. Mr Littleproud has faced mounting leadership pressure from within his party since he briefly divorced the Nationals from their long-time Liberal partners back in May over four demands that newly elected Opposition Leader Sussan ley could not promise would be met. Mr Littleproud demanded the Libs maintain their support for nuclear energy and a $20bn regional future fund, force the divestiture of supermarkets, and ensure mobile phone coverage was reliable across regional Australia. The Nationals and Libs eventually made up just seven days later in a move that was internally described at the time by a party source as a 'train wreck'. Since then, the Nationals have been battling to maintain an image that resembles party solidarity – but comments by once-bitter rivals Mr Joyce and Mr McCormack in The Australian have reopened the party's barely healed wounds just in time for parliament's first sitting week. Mr McCormack and Mr Joyce directed most of their frustration towards Mr Littleproud over his choice to relegate them to the backbench – a move they feel gives them less sway in conversations around energy policy. The member for New England said it was not uncommon for him to 'lose his sh*t' over wind farm developments, and Mr McCormack believes renewables companies are 'dividing families' by trying to attract local support for large-scale wind and solar projects. Mr Joyce also drummed up support for Mr McCormack to replace Mr Littleproud as leader after the Coalition's election disaster. Mr McCormack has not ruled out running for the job in future. According to The Australian, Mr McCormack said Mr Littleproud was 'the leader, and I'm ambitious for him' – a line that was infamously deployed by Scott Morrison barely 24 hours before he usurped Malcolm Turnbull as prime minister in 2018 and one that Mr McCormack has directed towards his embattled party leader once before. Senator Ross Cadell was asked whether Mr McCormack and Mr Joyce were 'throwing a bucket' on Mr Littleproud's leadership while speaking from Canberra on Wednesday 'Ah, we're Nats, we're a bit fiery, it all happens. I'd prefer it didn't happen, but that's the way they want to do it,' he said. 'If they want to go out and (say) those things publicly, they can. Internally, we've had a party room, it didn't come up there. I think it was more a public facing thing than an internal problem.' Despite the apparent chaos, Senator Cadell was still enthusiastic about 'going through the process' of figuring out the best path forward for net zero – a commitment that Mr Joyce and Mr McCormack both wish to abandon. 'We're going to take a slower process, get through it … there's a lot of people out there who want to grab headlines (and) there's people out there who want to do the work; each to their own,' he told ABC News Breakfast. 'I want to go through the process, I am open to looking at the evidence.' Opposition Leader Sussan Ley said Mr Joyce and Mr McCormack were 'good at speaking up for themselves,' and she would 'let them do that'. 'Nobody is getting under my skin … all my colleagues are valued. I have friendships across the aisle,' she said. 'We know that between the aisle we can form that strong opposition that holds the government to account, and that's the most important thing for all of us.'
Fox News
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Sports world pays tribute to legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne
NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Ozzy Osbourne, who rose to fame as the lead singer of the pioneering band Black Sabbath, died Tuesday. He was 76. Osbourne took the stage for a final time just two weeks ago as he performed a farewell show. While Osbourne's musical legacy is undeniable, he also became a well-known figure in the sports world. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON The New England Patriots were among the sports franchises and sports figures paying tribute to the late heavy metal icon who voiced the introductions of the team's home games for more than two decades. "The New England Patriots are saddened to learn of the passing of music legend Ozzy Osbourne, who provided the iconic intro for Patriots games for over 20 years. Condolences to his family and all who mourn his loss," the franchise wrote on X Tuesday. Osbourne's "Crazy Train" was the walk-up song of choice for much of Atlanta Braves icon Chipper Jones' Hall of Fame career. Jones recalled a moment the song evoked a reaction during a game against the New York Mets. COWBOYS GREAT, SUPER BOWL CHAMPION TOM RAFFERTY DEAD AT 70 "Saddened to hear of the passing of Ozzy Osbourne today. I feel Ozzy and I will forever be linked due to his song, 'Crazy Train'!" Jones wrote on X. "Quick story…..Facing the Mets at home….I walk to the plate and say 'Hey Mike (Piazza), how's it going?' He says, 'I'm doing fine Larry, but I hate this f-----g song!' I said ' Well, get ready cuz ur gonna hear about 5 times today!' Pretty funny ……Rest easy Ozzy!" Aston Villa Football Club, a Premier League soccer club based in Osbourne's native England, also honored the godfather of heavy metal. "Growing up in Aston, not far from Villa Park, Ozzy always held a special connection to the club and the community he came from," the team wrote in a social media post. "The thoughts of everyone at Aston Villa are with his wife Sharon, his family, friends, and countless fans at this extremely difficult time. Rest in peace, Ozzy." The St. Louis Blues retweeted a 2019 photo of Osbourne wearing the team's jersey. "Let's Go @StLouisBlues! #StanleyCup," Osbourne's post said. The Blues defeated the Boston Bruins in seven games in the 2019 Stanley Cup Final. "St. Louis loves you, Ozzy. RIP," the Blues wrote Tuesday. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP The Osbourne family released a statement asking for privacy. "It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time," a family statement from Birmingham, England, said. In 2020, Osbourne revealed he had Parkinson's disease after taking a fall. Osbourne is survived by wife Sharon and his children. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Fox News
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel roasts reporter for not paying attention during training camp media session
NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Mike Vrabel may not be Bill Belichick, but the veteran head coach who now leads the New England Patriots channeled him on Tuesday after not liking a reporter's question. Why exactly? He had just answered it from a different reporter. The reporter in question was the Boston Globe's Ben Volin, who asked Vrabel how he felt about how his squad came into Patriots camp on day one. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON Vrabel, clearly ticked off, answered rather quickly. "Whether you were in a coma when I answered Tom's question, or typing on your phone or tweeting, I don't know. But I spent five minutes answering that question. I can go back through it, but I'd rather not," Vrabel said. PATRIOTS COACH 'AWARE' OF STEFON DIGGS VIDEO INVOLVING MYSTERIOUS PINK SUBSTANCE ON A BOAT Some may view Vrabel's response as one he didn't have to give Volin, but the reporter owned up to not paying attention to the previous answer from the new head coach after posting on X. "Flag on the play. 5 yard penalty. Total lack of focus," Volin replied after the video of him and Vrabel's exchange went viral. Patriots reporters are used to no-nonsense, stern responses up at the lectern given Belichick's years of monotone answers to questions. Vrabel can be more animated, but he was once a player underneath Belichick and his own coaching style has similarities. He expects everyone to do their jobs correctly and efficiently — even reporters in the press room. The Patriots let Jerod Mayo, a former New England teammate of Vrabel's, go after just one season as their head coach in 2024. New England went 4-13 under Mayo, which was the worst mark in the AFC East last year. Vrabel was considered a frontrunner for the Patriots job last offseason when Belichick and the team mutually parted ways, but he ultimately never found a new head coaching gig after being let go by the Tennessee Titans following six seasons as their head coach. After a year-long hiatus, Vrabel is back in the saddle with a New England team looking to get back into the playoffs for the first time since 2021. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP With new blood, including wide receiver Stefon Diggs, in the building to go along with cornerstone pieces like quarterback Drake Maye, the storylines in Foxborough are expected to be abundant this season. Vrabel, though, clearly hopes those stories don't involve repeat questions. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Forbes
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Brenden Schooler Vying To Become Patriots' Next Special Teams Captain
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. The longest tenures left in the kicking game are no longer left in the kicking game. But a successor has emerged for the New England Patriots following the retirement of Matthew Slater and release of Joe Cardona in back-to-back offseasons. Brenden Schooler is in waiting as the next special teams captain. It's atop the list of goals for the 28-year-old as training camp begins in Foxborough. 'I think more of a leadership role,' Schooler told reporters during his Tuesday press conference at Gillette Stadium. 'I know I kind of talked about it last year, as well, but Joe Cardona was still here and he was that seasoned vet in the special teams room. So to kind of be thrusted into that role, I'm very excited about that, and to hopefully get to wear a 'C' on my chest and be elected by these guys on the team.' Schooler finds himself on the doorstep of his fourth NFL season. A run that began as an undrafted free agent following stints with the Oregon Ducks, Arizona Wildcats and Texas Longhorns has gone on to span 50 games. He went from a PFWA All-Rookie selection in 2022 to an NFLPA All-Pro selection in 2023. And in 2024, Pro Bowl and AP first-team All-Pro honors arrived under special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer. 'When it comes to punt, punt return on the perimeter, anybody who has any questions, I want to be that guy,' Schooler said. 'I had great mentors like Cody Davis, Matthew Slater, Justin Bethel, even Joe Cardona when it comes to rushes on punt. Just taking those guys under my wing and showing them all the ways that I learned.' Schooler reached agreement on a three-year, $9 million contract extension with the Patriots last October. The deal through 2027 carries $3.6 million guaranteed as well as a max value of $10.5 million. 'Any way I can be a role model to those guys and be a teacher,' Schooler said of his teammates in the transitional phase. 'I'm still trying to be a student of the game. If I learn something new, I want to teach them something new, too. Just trying to be that guy in the room now that's kind of the quote, unquote 'old head' now and I've seen a lot of ball out there. It's crazy I'm only going into Year 4, but these guys look at me like I'm an old guy.' Schooler has amassed 1,115 snaps on special teams for New England. From Bill Belichick to Jerod Mayo and now Mike Vrabel as head coach, his stay includes 40 tackles to go with four fumble recoveries, one blocked field goal and one blocked punt. And as a blitzing safety in the 'Longhorn' package, Schooler saw the initial 52 downs of his career on defense last campaign. That situational role, which he hopes to expand upon, brought sacks against the Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams and Miami Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa. A team-high 86.5% of the workload on special teams was also logged. 'As long as the leaders who are supposed to be leaders on the team are your best players on the field, then those guys are going to raise the standard and raise the bar,' added Schooler. 'If you're not meeting that standard, if you're not rising to the occasion, then I think we're going to have a hard time. And so, to be that guy and to hold that standard, that's something that I take very personal. I want to be that guy. I want to be part of something great that we're going to build here. 'It's about the guys on the team who are going to hold the standard, and those need to be your best players who are going to be on the field day in and day out. To wear that 'C' on my chest, it's a huge deal, especially being at this level. Coming in as a guy who was undrafted to hopefully get to wear a 'C' on my chest, that would be a huge honor. I wouldn't want to let anybody down who got to wear that before me, who's going to wear that after me, so it's about holding that standard and keeping that tradition alive here of dominant football.' New England's first practice of training camp is set for Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. ET.
