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USA Today
17-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Watch: Notre Dame football commit Ayden Pouncey with an amazing touchdown catch
Watch: Notre Dame football commit Ayden Pouncey with an amazing touchdown catch While Notre Dame football 2026 commit Ayden Pouncey will line up as a defensive back at the next level, that still won't stop his team from using him on offense during his last high school season. Football in his home state of Florida has a much different spring than others, as they play teams in exhibitions, which is exactly what happened on Friday night. The 6-foot, 3-inch and 160-pound Pouncey added to his highlight reel yesterday, with an amazing, weaving through the defense touchdown reception. The Irish got a very good one in Pouncey, as he's ranked as the No. 146 overall prospect nationally by the 247Sports Composite. Notre Dame has had success with Xavier Watts making a transition from wide receiver to safety, and they could have a good problem with the opposite switch with the star safety. Pouncey is showing that he's not just a star on defense, but he could be a difference-maker on offense as well if needed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Florida Makes Major Maurkice Pouncey Announcement
From 2007 to 2009, the Florida Gators football program won 35 games, including a BCS national championship and the Sugar Bowl. The first name to come to mind regarding the late 2000s Gators is undoubtedly Heisman Trophy Award quarterback Tim Tebow. However, Tebow's greatness would not have reached its otherworldly peak without his center, Maurkice Pouncey. Just 16 years removed from his final game in Gainesville, the University of Florida is adding Pouncey, one of its most decorated offensive linemen, to the Hall of Fame. Maurkice Pouncey Pouncey, a cornerstone of the Gators' 2008 national championship squad and one of the most dominant centers in college and pro football, will be inducted into the UF Athletics Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. Per the Gainesville Sun's Kevin Brockway, he joins seven other inductees in a ceremony set for October 17, the night before Florida hosts Mississippi State at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Advertisement Pouncey, a Lakeland native, was the anchor of Florida's offensive line during the height of the Urban Meyer era. He made 11 starts as a true freshman before becoming the full-time starter at center in 2008. The Gators hoisted the BCS title trophy in 2008, but his best performances came in 2009, his final year with the program. Pouncey earned the Rimington Trophy in 2009 as the nation's best center, while being named a first-team All-SEC and All-American honoree. His dominance didn't end in Gainesville. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Pouncey with the 18th overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft. He dominated the 2010s as one of the most reliable centers in the league, earning a spot on the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team. During his 11-year NFL career, he made nine Pro Bowls, three second-team All-Pros, and two first-team All-Pro squads. Advertisement Pouncey becomes the latest Gator great to be immortalized in orange and blue, joining a long list of legends who helped shape the program into a college football powerhouse. A 2008 Florida national championship team staple, he joins teammates Percy Harvin, Tim Tebow, Chas Henry, Joe Haden, Brandon James, Reggie Nelson, and Brandon Spikes in the school's athletic Hall of Fame. Related: Florida Basketball Nearly Falls Out of Preseason Top 25 Despite Winning NCAA Tournament Title
Irish Daily Star
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Star
Notre Dame lands four-star safety whose brother once decommited from Fighting Irish
Notre Dame has bolstered its secondary for the 2026 college football season after it was confirmed it had landed four-star safety Ayden Pouncey. Pouncey, from Winter Park High School, Florida , announced he would be committing to Notre Dame on the back of two former Fighting Irish stars, Benjamin Morrison and Xavier Watts, being drafted on the second day of the 2025 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-3 safety opted to join Notre Dame amid interest from the likes of Alabama , Michigan , LSU Florida , Florida State and Penn State. However, in the end, Pouncy opted to commit to the Fighting Irish, who made the National Championship game earlier this year which they lost to Ohio State . Read More Related Articles Shedeur Sanders told his NFL future is bright because 'he has IT' Read More Related Articles Saquon Barkley takes very different Donald Trump route to Eagles teammate Jalen Hurts "I really thought I wasn't going to like Notre Dame," Pouncey said, via On3 , of his first visit to South Bend. "I didn't know about the area and I didn't think it would be a good fit, but it was a lot different than I thought it would be. That is why I wanted to get back for a second visit. I really liked it, so I wanted to make sure I got another look. "What makes them different is that, outside of football, the education is second to none. It is one of the best in the country and you can be set for life with that degree. At Notre Dame, you are not just developed on the field but off the field also." The newly signed Notre Dame safety isn't the only Pouncey the Fighting Irish have tried to bring to South Bend in the past either. Previously, the Fighting Irish nearly landed Ayden's older brother, wide receiver Jordan Pouncey, back in 2017. While he was committed to Notre Dame, he opted to decommit following the 2026 season, which saw Notre Dame finish 4-8. In the end, he opted to sign with Texas , before transferring to Florida. They also had an offer out for Ethan Pouncey, a 2020 class cornerback, who ended up choosing to sign with Florida. He ended up transferring to Georgia Southern, where he will play out his senior season. However, the youngest of the three, Ayden, will be heading to South Bend to start his college career. And the 2026 commit admitted he is a big fan of both head coach Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame cornerbacks coach Mike Mickens. "I like Coach [Mike] Mickens a lot," Pouncey recently said of the pair. "We went over the fit and the specifics on how they would coach me. That was cool. Coach [Marcus] Freeman is a player's coach and I love that. He treats all of his players the same. Notre Dame has a great tradition too; it is a good school, a good place and the players all want the same thing."
USA Today
26-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Notre Dame gets a huge 2026 commitment during the NFL draft
Notre Dame gets a huge 2026 commitment during the NFL draft While it might not have played a big role in Ayden Pouncey's decision, he committed to Notre Dame during the final rounds of the NFL draft. The 6-foot, 3-inch and 160-pound safety comes from a football family, as both of his brothers played high-level football as well. Both of them were with the Florida Gators at some point in their careers, so the Irish luring him up North should be viewed as a massive recruiting win. As the No. 140 overall player in his class according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings, Pouncey brings the size, speed, and talent that Notre Dame looks for in its safeties. They love going after larger players at that position, and that goal was accomplished on Saturday. Notre Dame now has twelve commits in the class, one that is ranked as the No. 3 class in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite Team Rankings.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Former NFL Star's Fort Lauderdale Home Is For Sale — Complete With a Waterside Football Field
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Mike Pouncey was born in Florida, and he was able to stay true to his roots during his professional career in the NFL. The center played for the Miami Dolphins from 2011 to 2018, and he finished his career with two seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers. The retired player is moving on from his home in Fort Lauderdale, and he leaves behind a unique feature fit for a serious football fan. "What truly sets this home apart is the private, fully turfed field. It's incredibly rare to find that kind of open, recreational space on the water in Fort Lauderdale," Kimberly Knausz, the listing agent at ONE Sotheby's International Realty, told "Whether you're tossing a football, practicing your short game or just watching the kids run around, it's the ultimate luxury of space and lifestyle in one." Don't Miss: , which provides access to a pool of short-term loans backed by residential real estate with just a $100 minimum. Deloitte's fastest-growing software company partners with Amazon, Walmart & Target – The 5,595-square-foot property has five bedrooms and seven bathrooms. It sits in Las Olas Isles, a Fort Lauderdale neighborhood made up of canals off New River. The home features a pool, a summer kitchen, a dock and Control4 smart home technology. With an oversized island in the kitchen and floor-to-ceiling glass to enjoy the views, it's all about entertaining and indoor-outdoor living. The third floor boasts a wet bar, an enclosed gym and an open terrace — yet we'd still consider the field the star of the home. It takes up a lot all on its own. Naturally, it's designed for a Dolphins fan, complete with the team logo. However, the space also has a basketball net, and it can be used for soccer and other sports. Plus, it's located directly next to the water for an incredible backdrop. Trending: BlackRock is calling 2025 the year of alternative assets. "There was originally a house on the lot next door, which I tore down to build a football field for added privacy," Pouncey told the New York Post. "It made sense, since our son is the next in line for football in the Pouncey family tree." According to the Zillow listing, this property was sold for $4.1 million in 2020, the year the home was also built. Now, it's being sold for $6.95 million. So, where is the 35-year-old off to? Don't worry — he's not leaving the Sunshine State. "We built our retirement home on a 220-acre ranch in Okeechobee and plan to move there full-time once our son finishes high school," Pouncey told The Post of his 11-year-old son. Read Next: This platform is reshaping how you invest in private companies — . This Jeff Bezos-backed startup will allow you to . Send To MSN: Send to MSN This article Former NFL Star's Fort Lauderdale Home Is For Sale — Complete With a Waterside Football Field originally appeared on Sign in to access your portfolio
