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Fox Sports
7 hours ago
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- Fox Sports
Cam Ward Odds: Titans' Rookie Aims To Follow In Stroud, Daniels' Footsteps
The Titans got their guy. Tennessee took Cam Ward with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and a new era begins at quarterback for the franchise. How will Ward's rookie season shape up? Can he have the success that two rookie stars had in the previous two years? Let's see the odds at DraftKings Sportsbook as of July 29. Regular-season passing yards O/U Over 3200.5: -110 (bet $10 to win $19.09 total) Under 3200.5: -110 (bet $10 to win $19.09 total) Regular-season passing yards 2,750+: -500 (bet $10 to win $12 total)3,000+: -150 (bet $10 to win $16.67 total)3,250+: +110 (bet $10 to win $21 total)3,500+: +175 (bet $10 to win $27.50 total)3,750+: +350 (bet $10 to win $45 total)4,000+: +600 (bet $10 to win $70 total)4,250+: +1100 (bet $10 to win $120 total) 4,500+: +1600 (bet $10 to win $170 total) Regular-season passing touchdowns O/U Over 19.5: +110 (bet $10 to win $21 total) Under 19.5: -135 (bet $10 to win $17.41 total) Regular-season passing touchdowns 20+: +110 (bet $10 to win $21 total)25+: +275 (bet $10 to win $37.50 total)30+: +500 (bet $10 to win $60 total)35+: +1200 (bet $10 to win $130 total)40+: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total) 45+: +5000 (bet $10 to win $510 total) Quarterbacks went first and second in the 2023 and 2024 NFL Drafts: Bryce Young (first pick) and C.J. Stroud in 2023, and Caleb Williams (first pick) and Jayden Daniels in 2024. However, it is in the footsteps of the second picks that Ward will try to follow. Stroud and Daniels both won Offensive Rookie of the Year at the conclusion of their inaugural campaigns, while Young and Williams both struggled as rookies. As a first-year player, Stroud went 9-6 in 15 starts for the Texans, guiding them to the divisional round of the playoffs. During the regular season, he completed 63.9% of his passes for 4,108 yards, 21 touchdowns and just five interceptions, and was named to the Pro Bowl. If you can believe it, Daniels topped Stroud the very next year. Daniels, as a rookie, went 12-5 in 17 starts, completing 69% of his passes for 3,568 yards, 25 touchdowns and nine picks. He then led the Commanders to two playoff wins and a berth in the NFC title game, where they lost to the eventual champion Eagles. He was also named to the Pro Bowl. Prior to landing Stroud and making the playoffs in 2023, the Texans hadn't made the postseason in three years. For the Commanders, the franchise also hadn't made the playoffs for three consecutive seasons before Daniels arrived and took them last year. Tennessee has not made the playoffs … in three years. Noticing a trend? Ward will have his work cut out for him to begin the season, as three of the Titans' first four games are against playoff teams, including Denver, the Los Angeles Rams and the Texans. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Item 1 of 3 Get more from the National Football League Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
Time of India
10 hours ago
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- Time of India
Quarterback Dak Prescott gets birthday shoutout from the Dallas Cowboys as he turns 32 ahead of critical NFL season
Dak Prescott celebrates his 32nd birthday with a shoutout from Dallas Cowboys. As the NFL offseason rolls into August, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott marked his 32nd birthday on Tuesday while entering what many believe is the most defining year of his career. The veteran signal-caller is heading into his 10th season with the Cowboys, and while his stat line continues to impress, questions about his postseason record and future with the franchise remain on the forefront. A birthday celebration for quarterback Dak Prescott comes with big stakes Prescott, now a decade into his career in Dallas, received a lighthearted birthday shoutout from the Dallas Cowboys' official X (formerly Twitter) account: "here we gooo 🥳 hbd qb1!" After winning Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2016 and leading the league in passing yards in 2023, Prescott has proved he can produce at a high level. He's been named to the Pro Bowl three times and has routinely led the Cowboys to strong regular-season finishes. What remains missing, however, is postseason success. Prescott has just two playoff wins in nine seasons as the starter, a stat that continues to cloud his legacy in Dallas. Brian Schottenheimer takes over as head coach with big expectations for 2025 Even though the Dallas Cowboys haven't won a Super Bowl since 1995, fans expect them to be championship contenders every year. Now, new head coach Brian Schottenheimer steps into that pressure-filled spotlight, bringing a straightforward approach to a team known for big expectations and bigger drama. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The Cowboys had strong momentum going into 2024. In 2023, they led the NFL in scoring and ranked fifth in points allowed. A tough Wild Card loss to the Green Bay Packers ended that run, but their offense had been one of the best in the league for two straight years. Things changed fast in 2024. The offense fell apart, dropping to 21st in scoring, while the defense ranked near the bottom of the league at 31st. Schottenheimer now has the job of fixing both sides of the ball. Why this season could shape Dak Prescott's future with the Dallas Cowboys As the 2025 NFL season opener approaches, there's a growing belief around the league that this year could determine how the Cowboys move forward with their veteran quarterback. Dak Prescott is still the clear QB1, but with no contract extension finalized, the pressure is a lot. He will need to deliver in both the regular season and the playoffs to quiet the questions about his future with the franchise. FAQs Q: How many playoff wins does Dak Prescott have? Dak Prescott has two career playoff victories since becoming the Cowboys' starting quarterback in 2016. Q: Is Dak Prescott in a contract year ? Yes, as of now, Prescott does not have a long-term extension in place, making this season critical for his future with the team. Q: When does the Dallas Cowboys' 2025 season begin? Dallas opens the 2025 NFL season on Thursday, September 4, with a road game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Also read : 'It was intentional': Travis Kelce's Instagram stunt with Taylor Swift was a calculated PR move, claims insider The Cowboys begin the new season on the road with a high-stakes divisional matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, September 4. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
2 days ago
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- USA Today
LOOK: Matt Ryan makes appearance at Falcons training camp
Former Falcons QB was in attendance for Sunday's training camp practice The Atlanta Falcons had a special visitor in attendance as they went through their third training camp practice on Sunday morning. Former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan brought his sons down to the Flowery Branch facility to get a closer look at this year's team. Ryan, who started for Atlanta from 2008 to 2021, has made the transition to television analyst following his retirement. The former league MVP met with second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. over the offseason to pass along some wisdom. Penix, who is entering his first full season as the Falcons' starting QB, said he received advice on how to plan for the offseason from Ryan. Since the team has not made the playoffs since Ryan was still playing for Atlanta, having him back around couldn't hurt. During his 14-year run with the Falcons, Ryan passed for 59,735 yards, 367 touchdowns and 170 interceptions. The former third overall pick made four Pro Bowls, one All-Pro team, and was the 2008 Offensive Rookie of the Year. Penix started the final three games of the 2024 season in relief of Kirk Cousins, passing for 775 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions. He also rushed for a score on the ground during his impressive 312-yard, three-touchdown performance in the season finale. The future looks bright with Penix under center as the team attempts to finally snap its seven-year playoff drought in 2025.
USA Today
3 days ago
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- USA Today
Texans GM praises TE Cade Stover as 'most improved player' of the offseason
Who is the most improved player for the Houston Texans heading into training camp? C.J. Stroud would be a smart option, but he's already won Offensive Rookie of the Year as a baseline. Calen Bullock or Kamari Lassiter would suffice, but their eight combined interception set a record for the most takeaways by a pair of Texans in franchise history. With a need at tight end, having anyone step up to provide a consistent force would benefit the offense under new play-caller Nick Caley. General manager Nick Caserio won't have a say on who DeMeco Ryans rolls out with the first-team offense, but he's excited to see what Cade Stover does in Year 2 after a promising offseason. "You would be hard for us to do find a player that's improved as much as Cade in the offseason. Really took advantage of his opportunities. Always has the right mentality and the right approach and mindset," Caserio said. "I think most young players going from Year One to Two have an opportunity for growth and development really more physically because they have a full year in the program, so as soon as the season is over what, are you doing in February, March, April, May to get yourself ready for the off season program. Cade, along with a number of other players certainly took advantage of his opportunities. We're glad he's here, and looking forward to potentially what he can bring to our football team.' Stover, the Texans' fourth-round pick in 2024, showed glimpses of being a well-rounded tight end during the early stages of training camp, but he never broke through the starting lineup. He suffered a collarbone injury late in the year that sidelined him for the rest of the regular season. Stover doesn't have one elite trait, but he offers skills as a well-rounded option. He can block, win in one-on-one routes and make plays in space without dropping passes. The Texans are sure to take full advantage of his skill set this season, especially with Caley's background of working with tight ends. The Texans don't need Stover to become the next Travis Kelce, but finding a stable No. 1 threat along with decent depth would suffice to help Houston get over the hump and into the conference championship.
USA Today
4 days ago
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- USA Today
NFL Top 100: Jaguars WR Brian Thomas is No. 61, plays Cardinals in Week 12
Jacksonville's Brian Thomas Jr. had the rookie season that people wanted Marvin Harrison Jr. to have. This week, the NFL had its fourth week of revealing players in the "NFL Top 100." This week was about revealed Nos. 61-70. Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride came in at No. 65. On Friday, two Cardinals opponents for 2025 rounded out the week. Coming at No. 61 was Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Brian Thomas, who was a rookie last season. In his rookie campaign, he had the season Cardinals fans hoped that Marvin Harrison Jr. would have had. He had 87 catches for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. He made the Pro Bowl and was fourth in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting. He was the fourth rookie since the NFL-AFL merger to have at least 1,200 yards and 10 touchdowns. Fellow 2024 rookie receiver Malik Nabers of the New York Giants, Thomas' college teammate at LSU, called him "a freak of nature." Teammate Travon Walker, a defensive end, said Thomas is "a good route runner" with "exceptional speed." The Cardinals will have to find a way to slow Thomas in 2025. The Jaguars come to State Farm Stadium in Week 12. He isn't the only Jaguars player in the top 100, as defensive end Josh Hines-Allen made the list just behind Thomas at No. 63. 'NFL Top 100' opponents for Cardinals in 2025 Of the 30 players in the top 100 revealed as of the end of last week, the Cardinals face the following: Get more Cardinals and NFL coverage from Cards Wire's Jess Root and others by listening to the latest on the Rise Up, See Red podcast. Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube or Apple podcasts.
