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Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Jordan Hicks announces retirement at 33 after Cleveland Browns training camp absence
Jordan Hicks announces retirement: Image via Getty Cleveland Browns starting linebacker Jordan Hicks announced his NFL retirement Friday morning, July 25, 2025. He broke the news in an enthusiastic Instagram post. For what the team said was a personal reason, 33-year-old Hicks missed the initial two days of training camp in Berea, Ohio. Having ten outstanding league seasons under his belt, he's formally leaving now. Jordan Hicks announces NFL retirement at 33 after missing Browns training camp After ten complete seasons, Cleveland Browns linebacker Jordan Hicks revealed his retirement from the NFL on Friday morning, July 25, 2025. News on his official Instagram account came through a post. — rapsheet (@rapsheet) Due to what the squad had characterized as a "personal matter," Hicks, 33, had missed the first two days of the Browns' training camp in Berea, Ohio. Fans weren't sure of his status until the announcement came. Football showed me who I am outside the game, Hicks stated in his message, which has given me more than I could have ever imagined, but most importantly. He expressed thanks to the sport for the life lessons and declared he was pleased with the person he had evolved as a result of it. Expected to head the defense, especially with teammate Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah out for the 2025 season because of a neck injury, Hicks was scheduled to play his second season in Cleveland. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Washington week is here - Watch live tennis from the US capital all week Tennis TV Watch Now Undo Jordan Hicks leaves the Browns with a big gap on defense Hicks' retirement now leaves the Browns without their top two inside linebackers from last season. With Owusu-Koramoah on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, the Browns will now depend on Devin Bush, Mohamoud Diabate, and rookie Carson Schwesinger, a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Also Read: The Cleveland Browns Won't Start Shedeur Sanders — But He Might Be The Future They Can't Overlook The team also signed veteran linebacker Jerome Baker, who has played in 90 games over seven seasons. Originally picked in the third round of the 2015 draft, Jordan Hicks was chosen by the Philadelphia Eagles. Playing four seasons there, he helped to Super Bowl LII as a 2018-winning team. After working with the Arizona Cardinals, he moved to the Minnesota Vikings, where he earned respect for his never-ending tackling. Five straight seasons before joining the Browns in 2024, Hicks had more than 100 tackles. He saw Jim Schwartz, the team's defensive coordinator who had also counseled him in Philadelphia, in Cleveland. Jordan Hicks began 131 of the 134 games he played over ten seasons. Nine hundred fifty-two tackles, 16. 5 sacks, and 13 interceptions marked the close of his career. 'I leave this chapter with deep gratitude, ' Hicks wrote in his retirement post. FAQs Who is Jordan Hicks? Jordan Hicks is an NFL linebacker who played for the Eagles, Cardinals, Vikings, and Browns. When did Jordan Hicks retire? Hicks announced his retirement on July 25, 2025. Why did Jordan Hicks retire? He said he was grateful for football but was ready to move forward in life beyond the game. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Reed Blankenship says Eagles will maintain the swagger that C.J. Gardner-Johnson provided
The Eagles traded C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans, but his presence in the locker room will be felt for years to come. Following Thursday's practice at the NovaCare Complex, star safety Reed Blankenship told the media that the "swagger and aggressiveness' Gardner-Johnson brought to the defense will be maintained. One of the youngest rosters in the NFL, the Eagles need to free up as much money as possible to keep their foundation together, and Gardner-Johnson was a casualty of that process. Roseman admittedly was too sentimental with players following their Super Bowl LII victory, and he isn't making that mistake this time around. Roseman likely wanted to avoid a potential contract dispute with Gardner-Johnson in preparation for paying his younger players. Cam Jurgens, Jordan Davis, Nakobe Dean, Nolan Smith, Jalen Carter, Quinyon Mitchell, and Cooper DeJean are all on rookie contracts, with Carter projected to reset the defensive tackle market next year. Andrew Mukuba, Tristin McColum, Sydney Brown, and Andre Sam will compete for the shot at replacing Gardner-Johnson, while DeJean will also see snaps at safety in base looks. A retooled defense would normally face some reservations about taking a step back in production, but most defensive units don't employ a coordinator like Vic Fangio. In his first season with the Eagles, Philadelphia (278.4 ypg) led the league in total defense for the seventh time in team history, having previously accomplished the feat in 1991, 1981, 1953, 1949, 1945, and 1944 (excludes the 1943 Steagles). Philadelphia ranked first in the NFL in passing yards allowed per game (174.2) for the second consecutive year, following its 2022 performance (179.8). Furthermore, the Eagles finished with the NFL lead in defensive points allowed per game (16.9 — their best figure since 15.8 in 2008), opponent three-and-out percentage (39.0%), and FFs (18, tied). This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Reed Blankenship says Eagles defense will not lose their swagger
USA Today
6 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Reed Blankenship says Eagles will maintain the swagger that C.J. Gardner-Johnson provided
Eagles safety Reed Blankenship says Philadelphia is not gonna lose that aggressiveness and swagger that Cj Gardner Johnson brought to the defense 'We are not going to lose that swag'Eagles safety Reed Blankenship says they are not gonna lose that aggressiveness that Cj Gardner Johnson brought to the defense. Reed says he wants to see each of the competitors at the other safety spot succeed and he is their biggest… The Eagles traded C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans, but his presence in the locker room will be felt for years to come. Following Thursday's practice at the NovaCare Complex, star safety Reed Blankenship told the media that the "swagger and aggressiveness' Gardner-Johnson brought to the defense will be maintained. One of the youngest rosters in the NFL, the Eagles need to free up as much money as possible to keep their foundation together, and Gardner-Johnson was a casualty of that process. Roseman admittedly was too sentimental with players following their Super Bowl LII victory, and he isn't making that mistake this time around. Roseman likely wanted to avoid a potential contract dispute with Gardner-Johnson in preparation for paying his younger players. Cam Jurgens, Jordan Davis, Nakobe Dean, Nolan Smith, Jalen Carter, Quinyon Mitchell, and Cooper DeJean are all on rookie contracts, with Carter projected to reset the defensive tackle market next year. Andrew Mukuba, Tristin McColum, Sydney Brown, and Andre Sam will compete for the shot at replacing Gardner-Johnson, while DeJean will also see snaps at safety in base looks. A retooled defense would normally face some reservations about taking a step back in production, but most defensive units don't employ a coordinator like Vic Fangio. In his first season with the Eagles, Philadelphia (278.4 ypg) led the league in total defense for the seventh time in team history, having previously accomplished the feat in 1991, 1981, 1953, 1949, 1945, and 1944 (excludes the 1943 Steagles). Philadelphia ranked first in the NFL in passing yards allowed per game (174.2) for the second consecutive year, following its 2022 performance (179.8). Furthermore, the Eagles finished with the NFL lead in defensive points allowed per game (16.9 — their best figure since 15.8 in 2008), opponent three-and-out percentage (39.0%), and FFs (18, tied).
USA Today
23-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Two Eagles games named among NFL's best of the past 25 years
Two Eagles classics land on a list of the top 25 NFL games of the past 25 years. These young Philadelphia Eagles certainly are spoiled, aren't they? Three Super Bowl appearances since the 2017-18 NFL season have led to two Lombardi Trophies and countless memories that will last a lifetime. No one is complaining. Those of us who are older have also appreciated this run. We've been battered by the disappointment that sometimes comes with being lifelong Philadelphia sports fans. Twelve teams have never won a Super Bowl. Some of them seem as though they're getting further away from having any real shot at accomplishing that goal. The Eagles, however, have continued to be one of pro football's model franchises, one that has gifted its fans and city with many great memories. A recent NFL ranking confirms the lasting impact of two Eagles classics In total, the Eagles have won five championships. Three titles preceded the 1966 NFL/AFL merger, with Philadelphia winning NFL Championships in 1948, 1949, and 1960. The aforementioned Super Bowls were won in the 52nd and 59th editions. It's impossible to count the number of classic wins we have seen. Two of those wins were mentioned in a unique NFL ranking. With a quarter century in the books, Sports Illustrated recently stacked the top 25 games of the past 25 NFL seasons. Two iconic matchups featuring the Birds cracked the countdown. The 'Miracle at the New Meadowlands' cracks the list at number 16 thanks to a come-from-behind victory and DeSean Jackson's walk-off punt-return TD. To no one's surprise, Philadelphia's shootout with Bill Belichick, Tom Brady, and the New England Patriots cracks the top five. It's a game that's first on Eagles fans' hearts but fourth on SI's ranking. "The Eagles' creativity won them this epic back-and-forth thriller. They unleashed the iconic Philly Special when Foles went to the sideline near the end of the first half, asking coach Doug Pederson to run the trick play. Foles moved away from the center and allowed running back Corey Clement to take the snap before tossing it back to tight end Trey Burton, who found a rolling Foles for the touchdown connection." Ranked ahead of Super Bowl LII are '13 Seconds', Patrick Mahomes' dagger in overtime to give the Kansas City Chiefs a win over the Buffalo Bills during a playoff shootout that went into overtime. That ranks third. Seattle's decision to blow the Super Bowl by passing instead of handing the ball to Marshawn Lynch found its way into the number two slot. Frankly, Super Bowl LII was a better game than both of those contests. Tom Brady and the Patriots' come-from-behind effort in Super Bowl LI ranks first. They erased a 28-3 deficit on the big stage, so we guess we can live with that. The only question remaining is as follows. Where on Earth is Super Bowl LIX? Maybe our views are slanted and our desires are rooted in selfishness, but one of the greatest upsets in league history should, at minimum, be top five.
USA Today
22-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Nick Foles is deservedly set to be inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame.
Nick Foles will deservingly be immortalized by Arizona's Sports Hall of Fame. NFL ChampionSuper Bowl MVP@ArizonaFBall's Leader in Career Passing YardsWelcome to the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame, Nick Foles! Never has a nickname been more appropriate. Once Nick Foles returned to the Philadelphia Eagles and led the team that drafted him to Super Bowl glory, it was official. Saint Nick... That says it all. It has a significant tone to it. The name is also mentioned in conjunction with one of our favorite holidays. As the other 'Saint Nick' is credited with riding on a sleigh led by reindeer, Foles is the only man walking who can say he was the first quarterback to start for Philadelphia and win football's biggest game. That night in February, Super Bowl LII was a gift that keeps on giving to Eagles fans. Philadelphia has two Lombardi Trophies now, but you know what they say. You never forget your first. Foles was recently given another honor. He will be inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame. This is yet another feather in the cap for what has been a respectable football career. Congratulations to Nick Foles. The City of Brotherly Love and the Arizona Wildcats owe him a debt of thanks. Now comes the more selfish question. How do we get this guy a bust carved and set in Canton, Ohio? Based on sthe tory alone, we believe he deserves one.
