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2 days ago
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Bryan Cook reflects on the unprecedented success he and the rest of the Chiefs' 2022 draft class has had
Bryan Cook reflects on the unprecedented success he and the rest of the Chiefs' 2022 draft class has had originally appeared on A to Z Sports. A good portion of the Chiefs' recent success can be attributed to their 2022 draft class. Kansas City hit an absolute home run, drafting six players who are currently starters as they enter their fourth NFL season. Nine of the 10 selected are still on the roster, and eight of them have made notable contributions. The lone pick that didn't pan was offensive tackle Darian Kinnard. Safety Bryan Cook (second round, 62nd overall pick) is a member of that prestigious draft class. While speaking to the media after training camp practice on Tuesday, Cook was asked how he and the other members of the Chiefs' 2022 draft picks have responded to losing Super Bowl LIX. "We took a heartbreaking loss, but at the same time, we looked up and we realized that we accomplished history, too, for most franchise wins," Cook said. "We understand what the ultimate goal is, why we do this, why we come to training camp, why we wake up at certain times of the day. Always putting things into our body, as far as replenishing. It's all for that bigger goal. For us to come short, it's unfortunate, but you look at the bright side. I went to three straight [Super Bowls] in my first three years. My first postseason was a loss was in the Super Bowl. I'll take that any day of the week." Members of the Chiefs' roster who were drafted in 2022 boast an unreal 9-1 career postseason record. That is more playoff wins than most players in NFL history have ever had, and they'll have a great shot to add more in 2025. Let's take a look at what K.C.'s 2022 draftees have brought to the table throughout their first three seasons. CB Trent McDuffie: 43 career starts, two-time All-Pro. DE George Karlaftis: 44 career starts, 24.5 sacks. WR Skyy Moore: 43 receptions, touchdown catch in Super Bowl LVII. S Bryan Cook: 30 career starts, three interceptions. LB Leo Chenal: 32 career starts, 160 total tackles. CB Joshua Williams: 12 career starts, 18 passes defensed. CB Jaylen Watson: 38 games played, six passes defensed. RB Isiah Pacheco: 2,075 rushing yards, 15 total touchdowns. CB Nazeeh Johnson: 27 games played, three passes the to see embedded media. This story was originally reported by A to Z Sports on Jul 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
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3 days ago
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Young QBs in spotlight as Commanders, Patriots share field in scrappy joint practice
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Drake Maye isn't exactly measuring himself against Jayden Daniels. But the New England Patriots quarterback is keeping tabs on what his Washington Commanders' counterpart — and others from their draft class — are up to heading into their second NFL seasons. Maye and Daniels were on the field together Wednesday for a joint practice between the teams in advance of their exhibition game on Friday. For Maye it was a reminder of the potential and expectations they both carry. 'I saw him out there. I congratulated him. What a year he had,' Maye said. 'I think there's always in the back of your mind the draft class you came in with, and anytime you play him, especially, it's a little different. ... I think I'm just trying to worry about myself, but at the end of the day, keep up with those guys. Those guys are — him and Caleb (Williams) and Bo (Nix), those guys are good friends of mine, and they're friends until we play each other.' Friday's game won't count in the standings and the Commanders will be approaching it as such with Washington coach Dan Quinn announcing before practice that Daniels will not play in the exhibition. With backup Marcus Mariota also nursing a lower leg strain, quarterbacks Josh Johnson and Sam Hartman will handle the offense for Washington. Receiver Terry McLaurin, who is on the physically unable to perform list with an ankle injury in addition to 'holding in' as contract talks continue, was among the Commanders players that didn't make the trip. But Maye is expected to see action, with first-year Patriots coach Mike Vrabel saying that all healthy players would receive at least some playing time. High intensity While there was no tackling allowed during Wednesday's session, it didn't stop tempers from flaring during a pair of scuffles. The first featured just minor shoving between linemen. But the second, after Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson got tangled up with a Commanders defender, caused players from both sidelines to rush the field as even Vrabel jumped into the ensuing scrum. 'That's just how the game goes. Two teams with very competitive coaches, and players are representative of their coach,' Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil said. 'We're out there competing and they're competing. But just being able to de-escalate situations before they get worse is very professional. Sometimes things happen. Guys start chirping. It's the game of football.' Maye liked the fire his teammates showed during the exchanges. 'That's what we're trying to build, I think, and it starts with the coach. The intensity, bringing it every day, taking no (nonsense) when we're out there on the field,' he said. 'But also, it comes to a time where, with our guys offensively, and getting over there and getting some tussles, and kind of having some penalties, and extra after the whistle can get us in trouble. But for mentality, I like it. I think that's what you want. I mean, I almost got in there, but I think maybe another day, maybe. We'll see.' Highlights Between the pushing and shoving, both teams also had some highlight plays in front of a packed house of VIP onlookers that included Celtics star Jayson Tatum and rock star Jon Bon Jovi. Maye spread the ball around for multiple TD passes during some red zone situations. Washington's defense also got the best of Maye late in practice when his pass to receiver DeMario Douglas was tipped by Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner and intercepted by Sainristil. But Maye said he was pleased with the day overall. 'Anything is positive when you're moving the ball,' Maye said. 'It looked like some football out there against a different team. Felt good to get our operations done against somebody else. We did some no-huddle that I thought went well. So it's good for us to learn from it, watch it and kind of just build off of it.' ___ AP NFL:
Washington Post
3 days ago
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- Washington Post
Young QBs in spotlight as Commanders, Patriots share field in scrappy joint practice
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Drake Maye isn't exactly measuring himself against Jayden Daniels. But the New England Patriots quarterback is keeping tabs on what his Washington Commanders' counterpart — and others from their draft class — are up to heading into their second NFL seasons. Maye and Daniels were on the field together Wednesday for a joint practice between the teams in advance of their exhibition game on Friday. For Maye it was a reminder of the potential and expectations they both carry.
Associated Press
3 days ago
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- Associated Press
Young QBs in spotlight as Commanders, Patriots share field in scrappy joint practice
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Drake Maye isn't exactly measuring himself against Jayden Daniels. But the New England Patriots quarterback is keeping tabs on what his Washington Commanders' counterpart — and others from their draft class — are up to heading into their second NFL seasons. Maye and Daniels were on the field together Wednesday for a joint practice between the teams in advance of their exhibition game on Friday. For Maye it was a reminder of the potential and expectations they both carry. 'I saw him out there. I congratulated him. What a year he had,' Maye said. 'I think there's always in the back of your mind the draft class you came in with, and anytime you play him, especially, it's a little different. ... I think I'm just trying to worry about myself, but at the end of the day, keep up with those guys. Those guys are — him and Caleb (Williams) and Bo (Nix), those guys are good friends of mine, and they're friends until we play each other.' Friday's game won't count in the standings and the Commanders will be approaching it as such with Washington coach Dan Quinn announcing before practice that Daniels will not play in the exhibition. With backup Marcus Mariota also nursing a lower leg strain, quarterbacks Josh Johnson and Sam Hartman will handle the offense for Washington. Receiver Terry McLaurin, who is on the physically unable to perform list with an ankle injury in addition to 'holding in' as contract talks continue, was among the Commanders players that didn't make the trip. But Maye is expected to see action, with first-year Patriots coach Mike Vrabel saying that all healthy players would receive at least some playing time. High intensity While there was no tackling allowed during Wednesday's session, it didn't stop tempers from flaring during a pair of scuffles. The first featured just minor shoving between linemen. But the second, after Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson got tangled up with a Commanders defender, caused players from both sidelines to rush the field as even Vrabel jumped into the ensuing scrum. 'That's just how the game goes. Two teams with very competitive coaches, and players are representative of their coach,' Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil said. 'We're out there competing and they're competing. But just being able to de-escalate situations before they get worse is very professional. Sometimes things happen. Guys start chirping. It's the game of football.' Maye liked the fire his teammates showed during the exchanges. 'That's what we're trying to build, I think, and it starts with the coach. The intensity, bringing it every day, taking no (nonsense) when we're out there on the field,' he said. 'But also, it comes to a time where, with our guys offensively, and getting over there and getting some tussles, and kind of having some penalties, and extra after the whistle can get us in trouble. But for mentality, I like it. I think that's what you want. I mean, I almost got in there, but I think maybe another day, maybe. We'll see.' Highlights Between the pushing and shoving, both teams also had some highlight plays in front of a packed house of VIP onlookers that included Celtics star Jayson Tatum and rock star Jon Bon Jovi. Maye spread the ball around for multiple TD passes during some red zone situations. Washington's defense also got the best of Maye late in practice when his pass to receiver DeMario Douglas was tipped by Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner and intercepted by Sainristil. But Maye said he was pleased with the day overall. 'Anything is positive when you're moving the ball,' Maye said. 'It looked like some football out there against a different team. Felt good to get our operations done against somebody else. We did some no-huddle that I thought went well. So it's good for us to learn from it, watch it and kind of just build off of it.' ___ AP NFL:
Reuters
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Rams ink rookie TE Terrance Ferguson, finalize 2025 draft class
July 19 - The Los Angeles Rams officially signed tight end Terrance Ferguson to a four-year, $9.71 million rookie contract on Saturday, finalizing their 2025 draft class just ahead of training camp. Ferguson, the 46th overall pick out of Oregon, received approximately $8.05 million in guaranteed money, roughly 83 percent of the total deal, setting a new benchmark for his draft slot. The contract reflects a growing trend among second-round picks who are demanding and receiving more guaranteed money, following several top selections in the round securing fully guaranteed deals. Ferguson appeared in 53 games for the Oregon Ducks, recording 134 catches, 1,537 receiving yards, and 15 touchdowns over four seasons. The 2024 season was his best from a statistical standpoint, catching 43 passes for 591 yards with Dillon Gabriel under center for the Ducks. Now under contract, Ferguson is expected to integrate into the Rams' offense quickly. He will enter camp as the presumed No. 2 tight end behind veteran Tyler Higbee. Rams training camp will begin on July 23 at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Their preseason schedule begins Aug. 9 with a home game against the Dallas Cowboys. --Field Level Media
