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Newsweek
5 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Golden Tate Reflects on Carson Wentz
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Getting traded midway through an NFL season is tough to deal with for most players in any situation. For the former veteran wide receiver, Golden Tate, he entered an awkward situation with the Philadelphia Eagles back in 2018. During the pre-Jalen Hurts era of Eagles football, the Doug Pederson-led Eagles found themselves in a tricky situation. Despite watching their young franchise quarterback turn in an MVP-caliber season before going down with a knee injury, the Eagles saw Carson Wentz's backup, Nick Foles, lead the team on a shocking Super Bowl run. Foles was crowned the Super Bowl Champion in 2018, which led many to question whether Wentz was truly fit to be the face of the franchise. As injuries and pressure continued to pile up for Wentz during the post-Super Bowl season, Golden Tate witnessed a young quarterback cracking under pressure. Recently, the retired wideout recalled his short stint with the Eagles on an episode of 'Bussin' With the Boys.' "He was a young guy. Obviously, being drafted in the first round and the city of Philadelphia, is hard, man. Everybody knows their sports, and everyone has an opinion. They are not afraid to boo you. You could have 11 straight good games, and one bad game, and you're getting booed," Tate said. "Dealing with that as a young man is already enough. And you're the quarterback. You're the face of the franchise, and then this happens. Nick comes in and takes you the rest of the way. I know, like, on camera, I'm super happy for the guy. But deep down, you're thinking, 'Man, is this the beginning of the end? How do they view me? Do they even think I was a huge part of the Super Bowl run?' You just got all these thoughts that pop into your head." When Tate joined the Eagles after a midseason trade between Philadelphia and the Detroit Lions, he was quickly embraced by Wentz, who was still healthy enough to play. The QB-WR duo had a few games together before Wentz was back on the injury report, leaving Tate to catch passes from Foles. Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks to pass during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on November 15, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks to pass during the second half against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on November 15, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. PhotoBetween Tate and Wentz, there doesn't seem to be any bad blood. After all, Tate noted that he was a part of Wentz's small circle while in Philadelphia. As for the rest of the team? The veteran wideout noted that Wentz wasn't as open to maintaining a solid relationship with everybody. "It felt like with Carson, he had his four to five to six guys that he liked and he hung with, and that was all that mattered," Tate explained. "Everyone else it felt like, 'Bro, do you want to hang out with me? Do you want to have a relationship? Do you want to have lunch, dinner? Can we do something together?' That's kind of just the feel. I wasn't there long enough, nor did I want to even step into all that and deal with all of that. This is enough." Wentz's shortcomings as a player and a teammate were well-documented during his time in Philadelphia. While he didn't lose his job to Foles after the 2018 season, the eventual arrival of Jalen Hurts gave the Eagles confidence to move on from Wentz after the 2020 NFL season.
Associated Press
14-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Super Bowl Champion Kamu Grugier-Hill Joins EQLB and Last Shot for a Major Hawaii Launch
Super Bowl Champion Kamu Grugier-Hill Joins EQLB and Last Shot for a Major Hawaii Launch EQ ENERGY DRINK INC (OTCMKTS:EQLB) LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 / / -- EQLB is thrilled to announce a game-changing partnership with Super Bowl LII champion and Hawaii native Kamu Grugier-Hill, as he joins forces with Last Shot for a major product launch in Hawaii. A standout linebacker who was drafted in the 2016 NFL Draft, Grugier-Hill is bringing his championship mindset to the brand, solidifying Last Shot as the premier hydration drink of the summer. Grugier-Hill, who attended Kamehameha Schools in Honolulu, is excited to support Last Shot as it makes waves in the hydration industry. His commitment to performance, endurance, and recovery makes him the perfect advocate for a drink designed to refresh, energize, and replenish. 'I couldn't think of a better combination,' says Grugier-Hill. 'It is my go-to drink—whether I need extra electrolytes or just want to enjoy it on its own. This drink has changed the game—on the golf course or even just for a casual night at home. Last Shot is the real deal!' The partnership is already generating buzz across Hawaii, with Last Shot quickly becoming the must-have beverage for athletes, adventurers, and casual consumers alike. Keely Grugier-Hill, Kama's wife, also shared her enthusiasm for the brand, saying: 'Last Shot has become a staple in our home. Whether Kamu is recovering after training or we're simply looking for something refreshing, it delivers every time. We love that it's not just about hydration, it's about feeling good and performing at your best!' Mo Owens, CEO of EQLB, expressed excitement for the collaboration, stating: 'We think Kamu and Keely will be a major benefit to our partnership with Last Shot. His winning mindset, dedication, and connection to Hawaii make this collaboration truly special.' As Last Shot continues to expand, this launch marks a significant moment for the brand—combining elite performance with island energy to redefine hydration. Stay tuned for major events, activations, and more throughout the summer! Safe Harbor Statement: This news release contains 'forward-looking statements' as defined in Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements, which are not purely historical, reflect beliefs, plans, expectations, and intentions regarding the future and can be identified by words such as 'believes,' 'expects,' 'anticipates,' 'foresees,' 'forecasts,' or similar terms. Actual results may differ due to various factors, including the inherent uncertainties of new business opportunities and development-stage companies. EQLB assumes no obligation to update these statements and advises investors to review relevant SEC filings, including the latest Form 10-K and Form 10-Q reports. Contact Information: EQ ENERGY DRINK, Inc Maurice Owens, President & CEO Phone: (702) 806-5943, [email protected] MO OWENS EQ ENERGY DRINK INC +1 702-806-5943 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook TikTok Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
USA Today
14-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Lions 2025 Draft: A history of the 28th overall pick and its outcomes
Lions 2025 Draft: A history of the 28th overall pick and its outcomes The Detroit Lions own the No. 28 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. A look at the history of the 28th pick, from the great to the meh The Detroit Lions earned the 28th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft after an all-time regular season ended in heartbreaking fashion in the playoffs. It's a new normal for the Lions to be picking in the back half of the first round after several years of relying on a savior taken within the first five or so picks of the weekend. They landed at No. 29 in 2024 before trading up to No. 24 and bringing in a promising young cornerback in Terrion Arnold. There can still be significant value late in the first round despite all of the popular names being taken early on in the night. Here's a short look at the history of teams and the players they took at No. 28: Prior to the last 10 seasons, there have been a handful of great and not-so-great choices made at pick No. 28. Great 1983 Washington: Darrell Green - DB Hall of Fame, 7x Pro Bowl, 1x All-Pro, 2x Super Bowl Champion, NFL 1990s All-Decade Team 1995 Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Derrick Brooks - LB Hall of Fame, 11x Pro Bowl, 5x All-Pro, Super Bowl Champion, 2002 Defensive Player of the Year 2007 San Francisco 49ers: Joe Staley 6x Pro Bowl, 13-season career, NFL 2010s All-Decade Team Not-So-Great 2014 Carolina Panthers: Kelvin Benjamin - WR 61 games (4 seasons), 3,021 yards, 209 receptions, 20 TD 2008 Seattle Seahawks: Lawrence Jackson - DE 69 games (5 seasons), 19.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, 141 tackles After doing the research for this particular piece, it should feel good to Lions fans that it was a struggle to find particularly bad picks at No. 28 since the league's merger in 1970. The floor for this draft slot is pretty high, while the ceiling is Hall-of-Fame-caliber.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rochester print shop begins making Eagles merch after Super Bowl win
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Eagles beat the Chiefs 40-22 — which led to a win for a printing shop in Rochester. News 8 reported last week that Tiny Fish Printing signed a contract with the Eagles to print official merchandise if their team won the Super Bowl. Now that it's a reality, the shop has been hard at work all morning producing the merchandise. As of 3 a.m., Monday morning, the first shipment of 5,000 Eagles Super Bowl Champion Women's T-shirts was sent out to make it to stores. Back in January, the shop announced its contract with the Bills to print AFC Championship shirts if they won, but that fell through. The owners told News 8 that, although the Bills didn't win, they are still grateful for this opportunity. 'I think we're happy to be part of anything that's not the Kansas City win,' said owner Antonio Esteves. 'It feels good to be part of a national story and bring it right here to Rochester.' If orders are strong, the owners said they could be printing again through Tuesday morning. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
