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USA Today
4 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Nolan Smith is looking to have a Von Miller type of impact for Eagles in 2025
Nolan Smith is looking to have a Von Miller type of impact for Eagles in 2025 Nolan Smith is looking to emulate Brandon Graham in Philadelphia and told Zach Berman that he needs to be a dominant run stopper to be an elite pass rusher for the Eagles Nolan Smith: "Watching Von Miller in (Fangio's) defense made me want to be the person I am today. Relentless. Like, who is that guy? What does he do during the offseason? Why is he always at the ball? ...Coach Fangio, watching him and how he molded those guys, it's nothing for me… — Zach Berman (@ZBerm) June 4, 2025 Nolan Smith has spent his first two NFL seasons making daily improvements and developing into one of the top young pass rushers in the league. With Brandon Graham's retirement now official, the former Georgia linebacker is aware that he'll need to take his game to an elite level for Philadelphia to return to the Super Bowl. The Eagles held their fifth OTA session on Tuesday, and following the practice, Smith discussed his outlook on 2025 and what steps he'll need to take to emulate Graham's impact on the franchise. While Jalen Carter has been a star since Day 1, Smith has quietly and intensely carved out a role in the NFL. As a rookie, Smith recorded 18 tackles and 1.0 sacks in 17 regular-season games. Playing behind Haason Reddick and Brandon Graham, the former Georgia star linebacker didn't play more than eight defensive snaps in a game until Week 12. Smith's coming-out party came during the Eagles' postseason run, when the confident former Georgia star made plays in every game, including the Super Bowl 59 win. In Year 2, he became an every-down contributor for the Eagles, playing 755 snaps in 2024 and grading out better against the run (74.0) than as a pass-rusher (68.3), but still managed to generate 50 pressures according to PFF. Smith was the Eagles' best pass rusher down the stretch, and he likely gained more respect from his teammates after playing through a torn Triceps. Smith had four tackles and two sacks in the wild-card round win over Green Bay. Smith, who finished 2nd on the defense with a career-high 6.5 sacks in the regular season, had the most pressures (13) among NFL players in the playoffs last year. Smith's 4.5 sacks last postseason are the most ever recorded by an Eagle during a single playoff run.
USA Today
26-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Where does Nolan Smith land in a PFF ranking of the NFL's top 32 edge rushers?
Where does Nolan Smith land in a PFF ranking of the NFL's top 32 edge rushers? first two seasons, Eagles' linebacker Nolan Smith landed at No. 28 in a PFF ranking of the top 32 edge rushers in the NFL While Jalen Carter has been a star since Day 1, Nolan Smith has quietly and intensely built himself into one of the top young edge rushers in the NFL. As a rookie, Smith recorded 18 tackles and 1.0 sacks in 17 regular-season games. Playing behind Haason Reddick and Brandon Graham, the former Georgia star linebacker didn't play more than eight defensive snaps in a game until Week 12. Smith's coming-out party came during the Eagles' Super Bowl run, when the confident former Georgia star made plays in every game, including the Super Bowl 59 win. PFF recently revealed their top 32 edge rushers for 2025, and Smith made the list, landing at No. 28. Smith served as a backup on a loaded Eagles defense during his rookie season in 2023, logging just 203 snaps. In Year 2, he became an every-down contributor for the Super Bowl champions, playing 755 snaps over the entire campaign. Smith graded better against the run (74.0) than as a pass-rusher (68.3) but still managed to generate 50 pressures. With Josh Sweat departing for the Arizona Cardinals in free agency, Smith will face increased pressure to lead the Eagles' edge unit moving forward. Smith was the Eagles' best pass rusher down the stretch, and he likely gained more respect from his teammates after playing through a torn Triceps. Smith had four tackles and two sacks in the wild-card round win over Green Bay. Smith, who finished 2nd on the defense with a career-high 6.5 sacks in the regular season, had the most pressures (13) among NFL players in the playoffs last year. Smith's 4.5 sacks last postseason are the most ever recorded by an Eagle during a single playoff run. In the Super Bowl win, an injured Smith had two quarterback hits.
USA Today
09-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Will Brandon Graham play in Super Bowl LIX? Injury updates for Eagles DE
Brandon Graham is back, and he'll be active and in the lineup against Kansas City in Super Bowl LIX in what is expected to be his final NFL game. Graham suffered a torn Triceps late in the second half against the Rams, ending his regular season after 11 games. We have activated DE Brandon Graham from Injured Reserve, elevated FB Khari Blasingame and LB Nicholas Morrow for the game, and have placed OL Nick Gates on Injured Reserve. — Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) February 8, 2025 The last time Graham was in the lineup, the former Michigan star linebacker had two tackles, one sack, two tackles for loss, one pass defended, and three quarterback hits in the regular season win over the Rams. Graham finished the 2024 regular season with 13 tackles, 2.5 sacks, one forced fumble, a 75.7 grade from PFF, 13 QB hurries, and 19 QB pressures. Once thought to be gone for the season, Graham had his practice window opened ahead of Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs. We have opened the practice windows for TE CJ Uzomah and DE Brandon Graham, signed RB Lew Nichols to the Practice Squad, and released TE Nick Muse from the Practice Squad. — Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) January 30, 2025 The 35-year-old Graham is third on the Eagle's all-time sack list (75.5) and tied with Seth Joyner for second in team history in forced fumbles (21). Graham broke Chuck Bednarik's record for the most seasons played with the franchise (15).
USA Today
05-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Brandon Graham injury update: Will Eagles pass rusher play in Super Bowl LIX?
Brandon Graham is back at Eagles practices and doing more than looking to stay in shape with intense cardio. Graham has said all the right things about taking his return one day at a time, and just 96 hours away from kickoff in New Orleans, the legendary pass rusher is set to log his sixth straight day of work since having his practice window opened. Last week, following a session closed to the media, Lane Johnson said that Graham was at Philadelphia Eagles practice 'flying around' and 'talking mess,' which is a clear indicator that he'll be involved in Super Bowl LIX. Lane Johnson said that Brandon Graham was out there 'flying around' at practice today and 'talking mess.' Graham broke the Eagles down at the end of practice. — Olivia Reiner (@ReinerOlivia) February 1, 2025 According to Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports, Graham remains on track to play in Super Bowl LIX, continuing his plan to retire at the end of the season. #Eagles DE Brandon Graham said he remains on track to play on Sunday vs the #Chiefs in the Super Bowl in what will be his final NFL game. Graham is making a return from a torn triceps, which initially was feared to be season-ending. — Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) February 5, 2025 According to Olivia Reiner of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Graham participated in team drills in practice last week for the first time since his Triceps injury. Brandon Graham told me he was able to participate in team drills in practice today for the first time this week. #Eagles — Olivia Reiner (@ReinerOlivia) February 1, 2025 Graham suffered a torn Triceps late in the second half against the Rams in Week 12, ending his regular season after 11 games. Graham had two tackles, one sack, two tackles for loss, one pass defended, and three quarterback hits in the win over Los Angeles. Graham finished the 2024 regular season with 13 tackles, 2.5 sacks, one forced fumble, a 75.7 grade from PFF, 13 QB hurries, and 19 QB pressures. The 35-year-old Graham is third on the Eagle's all-time sack list (75.5) and tied with Seth Joyner for second in team history in forced fumbles (21). Graham broke Chuck Bednarik's record for the most seasons played with the franchise (15).
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Tech 'restores dignity' to stroke patients
A nerve stimulation treatment being trialled in Leeds could be "life changing" for patients recovering from strokes, a therapist has said. Transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (TVNS) is activated by a pacemaker-like device connected to an earpiece, which helps patients move their arm. The Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust is among 19 sites taking part in the £2m national trial. Specialist occupational therapist Vicky Carruthers said so far she had seen the trial restore "independence and dignity" to patients. The vagus nerve connects the brain to the rest of the body down the length of the spine. Ms Carruthers said previous efforts to stimulate the nerve and aid recovery involved invasive surgery. She said TVNS, which feels like a gentle tickle in the ear, is automatically activated as the arm is moved during therapy. She told the BBC: "A lot of people do have some weakness six months to 10 years post-stroke. "Difficulties with their arm movement obviously impacts their normal day-to-day activities. "It is hoped this technique and this device can help make improvements with someone's movement and ultimately their independence. "We are trying to make it purposeful and useful for people, so things like using a knife and fork or picking things up." Participants can access the treatment at home without the need for a surgical implant or hospital admission. They would use the TVNS device while carrying out a personalised therapy plan for one hour, five days a week, for 12 weeks. That would involve carrying out repetitive tasks such as moving objects, opening and closing bottles and turning cards. "People have come to us feeling really frustrated and really kind of struggling a lot," Ms Carruthers said. "This is just opening up the world for them again." The Leeds trust said three patients had so far taken part in the Transcutaneous Limb Recovery Post-Stroke trial - known as Triceps - and it is seeking around 15 more participants. Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North or tell us a story you think we should be covering here. Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust St Mary's Hospital
