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3 days ago
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Julian Edelman visits Patriots OTAs, praises team's potential
Advertisement Excitement level is 🆙 — New England Patriots (@Patriots) It should come as little surprise that a three-time Super Bowl champion in Edelman is buying into the hype that New England is going to right the ship after back-to-back four-win seasons. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up But he is not the only one who believes that the Patriots are going to make strides this fall. 'The Patriots (are) one of my surprise teams in the league,' Colin Cowherd said in March on his FS1 show, 'The Herd with Colin Cowherd.' 'I think they have the second-most talented quarterback in the division, and I don't think it's particularly close, in Drake Maye. … They upgraded with Mike Vrabel at coach from Jerod Mayo, who just didn't work. They spent a lot of money. This is going to be a different team. I think they will double their win total, no question.' Advertisement Drake Maye and Julian Edelman. 👀🔥🔥🔥 📸: — Savage (@SavageSports_) At the time of Cowherd's comments, the Patriots were seemingly on the upswing following the hiring of Vrabel as head coach and a free-agency spending spree that landed impact players like Milton Williams, Robert Spillane, Harold Landry, and Carlton Davis. Since then, New England added another playmaker in free agency in Stefon Diggs, while also addressing several needs on offense in the 2025 NFL Draft by bringing in offensive tackle Will Campbell, running back TreVeyon Henderson, and wide receiver Kyle Williams. Conor Ryan can be reached at
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Former Heisman Winner Blasts Bill Belichick's Relationship As A 'Distraction': 'This Ain't A Good Look'
MVP-winning quarterback Cam Newton has criticized former NFL coach Bill Belichick over his relationship with Jordon Hudson. While most of the criticism about the legendary coach's romance with the former cheerleader has focused on their age gap, Newton rather showed his concern about how it has been a distraction to the University of North Carolina's football team. Advertisement Bill Belichick is currently the head coach of the team, which he joined in January after a successful career in the NFL. Cam Newton Says Everyone Is 'Talking More' About Jordon Hudson MBS/MEGA Cam Newton has expressed his displeasure over Belichick's romance drama overshadowing the University of North Carolina's football team. In a recent TikTok clip, Newton recalled how the coach has always been an advocate for avoiding distractions, yet now appears to be causing one himself with his relationship with a former cheerleader. "I find it extremely interesting for a person who always led with this: 'Do not be a distraction,'" the former Heisman winner said in the clip. "We talking more about Jordon Hudson than talking about who's our starting quarterback. You can't name me three players on North Carolina's roster right now besides Jordon Hudson." Advertisement Newton then pointed out that the drama would make recruitment for the team suffer in the long run. "Now you have that same situation with a 16-year-old that you're trying to recruit. And you got to talk to his momma? This ain't a good look," he added, per the New York Post. Former Patriots Star Also Called The Jordon Hudson Drama A 'Distraction' Instagram | Jordon Hudson Interestingly, Newton isn't the only footballer to have such an opinion about Belichick's age-gap relationship. Former Patriots star Julian Edelman also echoed the same sentiments during his appearance on "The Herd with Colin Cowherd." Advertisement He said, "The No. 1 thing we used to talk about all the time in New England was distractions. 'Let's not make distractions. The game's already as hard as it is. To prepare for it, to play, to coach.'" Edelman went on to say that while Belichick initially received an "unfair public opinion" over the drama that began with his disastrous CBS interview, the situation has since changed and has now become a real distraction. "But now that it's gained and it's snowballed to what it's become right now, where we're talking about it three weeks later, it's become a distraction," Edelman noted. "That's what we all think right now. This is becoming a distraction. We gotta practice what we preach here." Bill Belichick Says His Girlfriend Has No Influence On His Role At UNC MEGA Although some believe that Hudson's influence may extend into Bill Belichick's role as head football coach at UNC, the coach himself disagrees. Advertisement In an interview with ESPN host Christine Williamson on Tuesday, Belichick made it clear that his relationship with the 24-year-old beauty pageant contestant has absolutely no bearing on his current coaching responsibilities. "All the specifics aside, because a lot has come out in the last couple of days, how do you think that that impacts your ability to coach this football team, if at all?" Williamson had asked the legendary coach, per People Magazine. He then responded, "I mean, that's really off to the side. It's a personal relationship, and she doesn't have anything to do with UNC football." UNC Official Claims Jordon Hudson Is Only 'In Charge' Of Bill Belichick's Public Image Instagram | Jordon Hudson Belichick's statement seemed to be backed by an anonymous UNC official, who revealed that Hudson is only "in charge" of overseeing his public image. Advertisement "She is very, very involved in the crafting of Bill's projected image, everything you see on Instagram, all of that," the official shared, per New York Post. "I know it's hard to separate out this image of Bill Belichick and Bill Belichick the North Carolina football coach. But really the football side of Bill and now the public side of Bill have become two different things, and she is in charge of the public side," they added. Despite the distinction, the UNC official admitted that the dynamics of the arrangement were "odd," adding that the duo simply "decide what they're going to do, and they do it." The Coach's Family Is Reportedly Worried About Jordon Hudson's Influence In His Life Instagram | Jordon Hudson Belichick's family is reportedly concerned about Hudson's influence on him. Advertisement "There is deep worry for how detrimental Jordon can be for not just North Carolina but Bill's legacy, reputation — everything he has built and worked for over decades," a family source told former ESPN personality Pablo Torre, per Page Six. Torre noted that "the family has been digging into Jordon Hudson as well in a parallel way. They are also in a rabbit hole." Despite the mounting criticism, Belichick has stood solidly behind his girlfriend and has acknowledged how close they've grown since they became an item. He even referred to her as his "muse" and "idea mill" in his recently published book, "The Art of Winning: Lessons from My Life in Football."
New York Post
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Cam Newton goes off on Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson for causing UNC problems: ‘We would laugh at this'
There are one too many Jordons at Chapel Hill these days, according to Cam Newton. The former Heisman and MVP-winning quarterback called out North Carolina's new head football coach, Bill Belichick, for being a distraction to the team as his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, continues to make headlines. 'I find it extremely interesting for a person who always led with this: 'Do not be a distraction,'' Newton said in a TikTok clip. 'We talking more about Jordon Hudson than talking about who's our starting quarterback. You can't name me three players on North Carolina's roster right now besides Jordon Hudson. 'Now you have that same situation with a 16-year-old that you're trying to recruit. And you got to talk to his momma? This ain't a good look.' 4 Cam Newton says Bill Belichick is now a distraction. TikTok, 4thand1 Newton notes that Belichick had consistently talked about eliminating distractions while the coach of the Patriots dynasty, notably in 2015. Newton played for Belichick in 2020 when he was benched for rookie Mac Jones. Former Patriots legend Julian Edelman recently noted how the drama involving Hudson had become exactly what Belichick aimed to avoid in Foxborough. 'The No. 1 thing we used to talk about all the time in New England was distractions. 'Let's not make distractions. The game's already as hard as it is. To prepare for it, to play, to coach.' And regardless of what her role is, Jordon, yeah, I thought he got an unfair public opinion on the whole thing, because that happens all the time,' Edelman said on 'The Herd with Colin Cowherd.' 'Anytime we do behind-the-scenes this, that, you've got someone that represents you, they're gonna jump in. 'But now that it's gained and it's snowballed to what it's become right now, where we're talking about it three weeks later, it's become a distraction. That's what we all think right now. This is becoming a distraction. We gotta practice what we preach here.' Belichick has done anything but that in recent months and Newton adds that college players could get a bit spiteful with their coach, considering his relationships problems aren't that different than those one of his student-athletes may be encountering. Hudson, 24, could be the same age as a graduate assistant on his staff and just a few years older than an upperclassman on his roster. 4 Bill Belichick is pictured with girlfriend, 24-year-old Jordon Hudson. USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con 'In the NFL locker room, we would laugh at this,' Newton continued. 'As a teenager, I could compartmentalize this person as being my coach and take heed of what he's saying. And be able to not throw that back at him and say, 'Eh, what you got going on, coach? Got girl problems just like me?'' The drama surrounding Belichick and Hudson has only intensified in recent weeks. Hudson interjected multiple times in an interview with 'CBS Sunday Morning,' saying her 73-year-old boyfriend would not be answering a question about how they met. Belichick later released a statement knocking CBS for 'selective editing' and not sticking to a discussion about his book, and he also defending his girlfriend's action. 4 Belichick has said that Jordon Hudson has nothing to do with UNC football. Jordon Hudson / Instagram CBS denied that this interview was supposed to solely focused on the book and instead was a wide ranging discussion within the bounds of a prior agreement. After mass backlash came from all avenues, Belichick did a recent interview with ESPN and firmly declared that Hudson 'doesn't have anything to do with UNC football.' 4 Some have speculated that Belichick won't ever coach on UNC sidelines. AP Belichick previously required all emails to have Hudson CC'd on them in a wild twist that would point to some sort of involvement with the program. As spring practice starts, Pablo Torre added that he believes that there's a 'real chance' that Belichick will never coach a game for UNC. Torre also reported that Hudson had been banned from North Carolina, which the school denied. 'While Jordon Hudson is not an employee at the University or Carolina Athletics, she is welcome to the Carolina Football facilities. Jordon will continue to manage all activities related to Coach Belichick's personal brand outside of his responsibilities for Carolina Football and the University,' Carolina Athletics told The Post in a statement.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
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NBA Insiders: LeBron James Should Take The League Minimum To Help The Lakers Land Another Star
Fox 1's Rachel Nichols presented an interesting notion of having Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James opt out of his contract this offseason and return to the team on the league minimum to aid the team's pursuit of another star. While speaking with Colin Cowherd on "The Herd with Colin Cowherd", the two discussed the star's situation. "How about this suggestion? Take a little less," said Cowherd. Advertisement Nichols immediately responded by saying, "I think he should take a minimum... LeBron has felt for a long time that he is, at large, big picture, underpaid. That is why, ever since his first contract in Miami, he has wanted the maximum amount of money. And he is absolutely right." "There is no amount of money that the NBA, at large, or any team he plays for, could pay him to compensate for what he has brought to the NBA," she continued. "So he is always going to be 'underpaid'." However, Nichols followed this point up by addressing James' immense net worth and how taking a pay cut would have virtually no impact on his overall wealth and how it trickles down to his future generations. "If I were LeBron, the thing you cannot buy with whatever amount of money you get in that contract is championship rings," said Nichols. She continued by pointing out how taking the minimum would effectively open up cap space to sign a third superstar. This effectively opens up avenues to not only win one more ring, but potentially multiple, should James opt to stay on. Advertisement Nichols took to X after the panel discussion with Cowherd to emphasize what James' value was to the NBA. She tweeted, "LeBron will never be paid enough to compensate for what he's done for the NBA, so I get wanting to *at least* get max deals. But Tom Brady took pay cuts to stack his teams, and it paid off in rings. Worth considering now that Luka changes the math on LA's future title chances." The current scenario poses to be rather enigmatic. James provided a rather cryptic response regarding his future in the NBA. While there is a growing belief within the NBA fraternity that the Lakers' star will return next season, there is no real evidence of the same. This lack of information on his availability could prove to be a problem for Los Angeles heading into the offseason. The Lakers, since crashing out of the playoffs, have made several announcements and statements about their plans to develop and strengthen their roster. While their primary focus has been on acquiring an athletic, rim-protecting big man, Lakers GM Rob Pelinka also expressed his plans to fortify the team's perimeter defense with wing depth. Advertisement The Lakers are in a position to be one of the most active teams in the offseason. With promises of developing into a championship-contender next season, it will be interesting to see what their front office can deliver. Related: Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Eyeing Lakers, Knicks, Or Heat Amid Trade Buzz
New York Post
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Patriots great Julian Edelman does about-face on Jordon Hudson as Bill Belichick drama ‘snowballs'
Patriots great Julian Edelman switched his tone about the drama surrounding his former football coach Bill Belichick and his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson. During a Wednesday appearance on 'The Herd with Colin Cowherd,' Edelman, who previously defended Hudson over her viral interjection during Belichick's 'CBS Sunday Morning' interview last month, explained that Belichick needs to practice what he preached in the NFL and focus on football. 'The No. 1 thing we used to talk about all the time in New England was distractions. 'Let's not make distractions. The game's already as hard as it is. To prepare for it, to play, to coach.' And regardless of what her role is, Jordon, yeah, I thought he got an unfair public opinion on the whole thing, because that happens all the time,' said Edelman, who was coached by Belichick for his entire 12-year NFL career with the Patriots. 'Anytime we do behind-the-scenes this, that, you've got someone that represents you, they're gonna jump in. Advertisement 3 Patriots great Julian Edelman discussed the drama surrounding his former football coach Bill Belichick and his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson during an appearance on 'The Herd with Colin Cowherd' on May 7, 2025. YouTube/The Herd 'But now that it's gained and it's snowballed to what it's become right now, where we're talking about it three weeks later, it's become a distraction. That's what we all think right now. This is becoming a distraction. We gotta practice what we preach here.' Edelman was referring to the fallout over Hudson's viral interjection during Belichick's CBS interview — which aired April 27 — and showed her stopping the coach from answering a question about how the couple met. Advertisement 3 Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson attend the 14th Annual NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre on Feb. 6, 2025. Getty Images Cowherd, who previously praised Hudson for her $8 million real estate portfolio, said he didn't want to be 'too judgey' about the subject. 'They're both benefitting from this, her professionally and him somewhat professionally. So, I don't like to be too judgey on this stuff,' the FS1 host said. Advertisement Edelman agreed and explained that Belichick wouldn't have allowed this situation to carry on during his 24 seasons coaching in New England. 'I dont either, but once again were talking about this three weeks later … it's on this, it's on that,' Edelman said. 'It's getting to a point where we gotta start worrying about the ACC, [and Clemson football coach] Dabo Swinney. We shouldn't be talking about our girlfriend. And that's how coach would say to us, so that's the truth. 'When it comes down to running a football organization and playing football, let's make the main thing the main thing.' Edelman previously said the public has treated Hudson unfairly over the situation. Advertisement He added that he heard Hudson is juggling multiple roles in Belichick's professional life and acting as his 'representative' — which would have explained her interrupting CBS' Tony Dokoupil's question. 'People are giving an unfair reality of what's going on,' Edelman said on his 'Dudes on Dudes' podcast with former Patriots teammate, Rob Gronkowski. 'Because she was jumping into that conversation during the interview just like any PR person would jump in when there is an unnecessary question that (they) probably didn't go over in the pre-production meeting. 'When you look at this situation and you say, 'Oh, this is his girlfriend jumping', I think that's unfair. I think she's actually working with coach Belichick in the professional world and she was probably went and said, 'Hey, no, we're not doing that.'' 3 Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson. Instagram/Jordon Hudson After signing a five-year, $50 million deal to be UNC's next head football coach last December, Belichick brought Hudson into the fold, reportedly including her on all UNC emails, among other things. Belichick and UNC issued a statement amid the media firestorm last week and explained that that Hudson was simply doing her job and trying to keep the interview focused on his new book, 'The Art of Winning: Lessons from My Life in Football,' which released Tuesday. Advertisement It's unclear exactly what Hudon's role is in Belichick's business and it is also unclear if she is employed by UNC. The statement also said Belichick and Hudson met while on a flight to Palm Beach in 2021. They went public with their relationship last June.
