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USA Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Texans named by ESPN top talent under 25 roster for the 2025 NFL season
How good is the Houston Texans' young core of talent going into the 2025 NFL season? Well, one publication calls it the league's top option. ESPN's Aaron Schatz recently released his power rankings for teams' talent under 25 heading into August, citing players with the most potential to breakout this fall on Sundays. Last season, the Texans were among the top 10, trusting players like offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, wide receiver Tank Dell and quarterback C.J. Stroud. With two of them "graduating," plus the arrival of cornerback Kamari Lassiter and safety Calen Bullock, Stroud, All-Pro cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. and Pro Bowl defensive end Will Anderson Jr. served as the backbone to the league's top young roster for the impending year. "Stroud's birthday is Oct. 3 and Anderson's is Sept. 2, and both players will turn 24. The former first-rounders had standout rookie seasons, with Stroud and Anderson taking home 2023 NFL Offensive and Defensive Rookie of the Year honors, respectively. Stroud threw for 4,108 yards and 23 touchdowns, and Anderson had 45 tackles and seven sacks. "The Texans also have a ton of youth in the secondary, including three starters. Stingley, who made first-team All-Pro last season, is still just 24. The other outside cornerback, Lassiter, is 22 years old, and so is free safety Calen Bullock." Schatz also mentioned linebacker Henry To'oTo'o, who is coming off his best season as the team's weakside linebacker. He also targeted both rookie wideouts Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel, who have been impressive during drills at training camp. The final name mentioned was offensive tackle Tay Ersery, who has been a promising prospect throughout the early stages of training camp. The offensive tackle and former All-Big Ten Lineman of the Year shouldn't have to be "the guy" going in Week 1 against the Los Angeles Rams, but the hope is he'll replace Laremy Tunsil as the long-term left tackle prospect. Looking at the names listed, Houston has a potential top-10 quarterback, top-five edge rusher, top-20 cornerback, top-10 safety and three promising young talents on offense. If that's not enough, the Texans also feature a bona fide stud All-Pro corner who is locked into his contract through 2029. Everything is in place for the Texans as they enter Year 3 of the DeMeco Ryans era. That's a step in the right direction for building a contender who can hoist a Lombardi Trophy.
Fox Sports
a day ago
- Sport
- 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
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
WATCH: C.J. Stroud drops dime to TE Dalton Schultz for TD at training camp
Last season might have been the fluke year for Dalton Schultz in a Houston Texans' uniform. It certainly looks like the 2024 campaign was the outlier for the Pro Bowl quarterback C.J. Stroud. And together? Fans and the media could owe the duo an apology. Stroud, who excelled during red zone drills at the Methodist Training Center in front of fans, once again got the tight ends involved thanks to the play design of new offensive coordinator Nick Caley. After maneuvering away from a sack, he floated a dime toward the back pylon to Schultz for an impressive catch and touchdown reception. Here's a look at the must-see play below. Stroud and Schultz are both looking to "rebound" after setbacks from their steller 2023 campaigns. Stroud, who won NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year after throwing for 4,000 yards, only tossed 20 touchdown passes while also throwing a career-high 12 interceptions. Even though his on-field play wasn't perfect, he was still able to guide the Texans to a second division title and playoff victory in the wild-card round. Schultz, who signed a three-year extension worth $36 million in the offseason after his career-high year as Stroud's security blanket, only managed to total two touchdown receptions off 53 catches for 523 yards. His role could expand now with the hiring of Caley, a longtime tight ends coach with the Patriots and Rams, as the new offensive coordinator. The Texans return to practice on Tuesday. They'll be in Houston through the week before leaving for The Greenbriar in West Virginia next week ahead of their preseason matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Stroud plane banner proposal has locals looking to the skies
People living in the Cotswolds spotted a romantic message flying overhead on Saturday banner, which read "Nic, will you marry me?!" was carried by a plane over the Stroud area, with residents of Cashes Green, Randwick, Westrip, and Amberley left wondering who had been popped the question, and what their answer has since been revealed that Nic Curtis, who had travelled to Stroud from Kent for a birthday getaway with partner Paddy Nicholls, was the woman being proposed to, and she said "yes".Ms Curtis told BBC Radio Gloucestershire she was "very, very shocked" to be proposed to, although it was her fiancé's third attempt. Mr Nicholls said he booked the romantic cabin break for Ms Curtis' birthday, after the pair watched TV show Clarkson's Farm together and she said she would like to visit the he said the accommodation he booked seemed the "perfect place" to propose, it was a case of third time's the charm due to the weather putting a dampener on previously planned proposals."First time around was the day before Christmas Eve, I had it planned locally," Mr Nicholls said."My idea was that we were going to have my little boy there with us, and I'd point out the plane to him and be on one knee ready for the proposal, I suppose."It didn't go as planned because I had a text message from the pilot saying he wasn't able to get down due to the weather." The pair eventually got engaged over the weekend on the terrace of their cabin, as they ate breakfast and took in the Gloucestershire countryside."I thought it was the perfect place to do it," Mr Nicholls said."We haven't set a date yet, I think it will be a couple of years - we're doing the house up."
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Community group raises money to buy woodland
People in Stroud have successfully raised £66,000 to purchase a local woodland. The community benefit society, Stroud Woodland, are now in the process of purchasing Slade Wood, with the hope of protecting it for future generations. Slade Wood forms part of continuous woodland beginning above Summer Street and extending along the Slad valley to Swifts Hill. Co-director of Stroud Woodland , Ben Spencer describes the wood as "a little pocket of woodland which is really treasured". More news stories for Gloucestershire Listen to the latest news for Gloucestershire The Stroud Woodland Community Benefit Society was set up in 2010, to purchase Folly Wood, just north of Stroud. "What people really enjoy is having the opportunity to spend time in the space on their own or with their family, at Folly Wood," said Mr Spencer. This week, the group announced it had raised the necessary £66,000 to buy Slade Wood, a steep three-acre piece of woodland on the edge of the Slad Valley, on the outskirts of Stroud. "Because it's tucked away, it's a bit of a hidden gem," Mr Spencer said. Members of the public who bought shares to fund the purchase will get no financial return. Mr Spencer insists the benefit is social and environmental. "It's for people taking some time out. People locally have grown up and visited it over the years, as kids and teenagers, as well as parents of young children," he said. Once they have taken ownership of Slade Wood, the group plans to keep it open to the public, as it was under the previous owner. "We thought there was a danger it could be bought privately and fenced off with people no longer able to have access to the space," Mr Spencer said. On the environmental side, the group points to successes at Folly Wood where the creation of clearings and ponds has increased biodiversity. Follow BBC Gloucestershire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. More on this story Campaign launched to buy waterfall beauty spot We bought woodland where we walk our dogs for £900k Woodland at Unesco site for sale after 300 years
