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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
49ers undrafted 'freak' WR wows in training camp with spectacular catch
The San Francisco 49ers need a break at wide receiver. Thursday's practice provided some optimism that they may have one coming. Undrafted rookie wide receiver Isaiah Neyor has all of the tools to be an effective player in the NFL. Pre-draft he measured in at 6-4, 218 pounds and blew every workout he did out of the water. 49ers veteran tight end George Kittle only needed a couple of OTAs before calling Neyor a 'freak' in a podcast appearance. The UDFA didn't take long to make his mark in his first NFL training camp. He made a spectacular grab in the team's second day of camp that drew plenty of praise on social media. NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco described the reception on Twitter: The play of this 49ers camp (in two days) and, perhaps, many past camps: Isaiah Neyor makes an acrobatic, sprawling catch from Mac Jones 50 yards down the field. Jason Pinnock, Dallis Flowers and Darrell Luter were in tight coverage. A tumultuous college career led to limited production at three programs across six years. He wound up playing 33 games and hauling in 87 catches for 1,595 yards and 17 touchdowns. The challenge for Neyor in camp was going to be making enough noise to work his way into the conversation for a roster spot. His reps will be relatively limited and he's entering his first camp at the back of the depth chart. Injuries around the top of the receiving corps have opened up opportunities for more looks, and Neyor took full advantage Thursday. Making catches like the one Maiocco described will help him get on the map. Continuing to climb the depth chart will mean providing more consistency where circus catches aren't all he article originally appeared on Niners Wire: 49ers UDFA Isaiah Neyor makes incredible catch in training camp
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Travis Hunter will 'flip-flop' between offense and defense during Jagaurs training camp
The Jacksonville Jaguars made a bold move in the 2025 NFL Draft, trading up to select two-way prospect Travis Hunter with the No. 2 overall selection. In order to maximize Hunter's skill set, the team will allow the rookie to "flip-flop" between offense and defense during training camp. Jaguars head coach Liam Cohen said Wednesday that the team has mapped out Hunter's schedule for training camp, which includes some days where he will play both wide receiver and cornerback in a single practice, per ESPN. "You want to give him a couple days offense, a couple days defense, and then give him an opportunity to go flip-flop within the same practice and then that will kind of become the norm," Coen said after the Jaguars finished their first workout at the Miller Electric Center adjacent to EverBank Stadium. "... Every moment, every minute that he is in the building, it is accounted for and trying to make sure that we maximize his time, our time so that we can ultimately get the best outcome." That's a change from how the team approached Hunter's workload during offseason workouts. Hunter primarily appeared on offense during team activities in the offseason, though that was a calculated decision. The Jaguars wanted Hunter to get more familiar with the complexities of the team's offense — including its audibles and line checks — which led to the rookie getting more time at wide receiver initially. But the team wants to keep Hunter fresh on both sides of the ball moving forward, which is why he will spend time in both roles — sometimes in the same practice — during training camp. Cohen said the team learned during the offseason that allowing Hunter to focus on one role could take away from his ability to stay fresh at the other, which also played into the decision to move Hunter around during camp. Hunter's deployment as a rookie will be fascinating. While some NFL players have played both ways — see Hunter's college coach Deion Sanders — few have entered the NFL intent on playing both offense and defense. And while Sanders was able to do it during his career, he really only had one season in which he played major roles at cornerback and wide receiver. Hunter will be looking to play two positions immediately. He excelled in that role at Colorado, hauling in 15 touchdowns as a receiver and winning the Chuck Bednarik award for his prowess as a cornerback. But taking on that workload in the NFL will be a new challenge. The Jaguars knew that would be the case when the team traded up for Hunter. Now, it's up to the franchise to figure out the best way to maximize his potential.
Al Arabiya
6 days ago
- Health
- Al Arabiya
Sprains, strains and acl tears: What to know about some of nfl players' most common injuries
Some of the most important players on NFL teams are those that might not necessarily start the season on the field. Depth is crucial during a rigorous 17-game regular-season schedule that's preceded by a month of training camp practices in hot conditions as players try to make teams' 53-man active rosters. Injuries can play as big a role in an NFL teams' successes or failures as the best game plans. So being able to navigate injuries and ailments to key players could make all the difference between a team seeing its season sink or making the playoffs. Here's a look at some of the most common injuries suffered by NFL players throughout the season: Achilles tendon tears: The Achilles is the longest and strongest tendon in the body and stretches from the heel to the calf. It's a springy band located behind the ankle and just above the heel that helps players push off their feet, jump, and accelerate. Due to overuse or excessive force placed on the tendon, it can tear or rupture. Surgery is typically necessary to reconnect the ends, sidelining a player for several months because of the extensive rehabilitation needed. ACL/PCL/MCL/LCL tears: The anterior cruciate, posterior cruciate, medial collateral, and lateral collateral ligaments are all located in the knee and serve different purposes. The ACL connects the thigh bone to the shin bone in the front of the knee. While a sprain could sideline a player for a few weeks, a tear can end a season. The PCL is located behind the ACL, crisscrossing it to form an X in the center of the knee. The MCL connects the thigh bone to the shin bone on the inner side of the knee while the LCL connects the thigh bone to the top of the lower leg or fibula and is located on the outer side of the knee. Concussions: A concussion is a brain injury caused by a hit to the head or a sudden movement that causes the head and brain to shake violently. Symptoms may include headaches, neck pain, nausea, dizziness, and feeling sluggish. The NFL has been regularly testing and upgrading helmets for players to help reduce the risk of concussions. Eight position-specific helmets for quarterbacks and linemen were approved by the NFL and the NFL Players Association last year. Several players also have worn Guardian Caps, soft protective helmet covers that the NFL authorized players to use during games last season in an effort to reduce head injuries. Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, is a degenerative brain disease that has been linked to concussions and can only be diagnosed posthumously. It can cause memory loss, depression, and violent mood swings. Hamstring injuries: The hamstring is a group of four muscles that run along the back of the thigh stretching from the hip to the knee and they help a person bend their leg at the knee. These injuries vary in severity and in turn their timetable in sidelining a player. A mild pull of one of the muscles commonly referred to as a Grade I injury can sideline a player for a few days to a couple of weeks and can be a lingering condition if not sufficiently rested and healed. A Grade II hamstring injury involves a partial tear, while a Grade III injury is a complete tear of the hamstring that could require surgery and is likely season-ending. High ankle sprains: When a player suffers a high ankle sprain, the ligaments above the ankle – which connect the tibia to the fibula – are affected rather than the ligaments outside the ankle in a low ankle sprain. High ankle sprains take much longer to recover from – six to eight weeks and sometimes longer – than a classic ankle sprain, which might sideline a player for several days to a couple of weeks. Hip pointers: The injury could sideline a player for a week or a couple of months depending on the severity. A hip pointer is bruising in the pelvis and abdomen area usually caused by blunt force such as a hard tackle. The bleeding can affect several other muscles in the area making it difficult to run or even walk. Lisfranc injuries: A serious foot injury that can be career-threatening because of its complexity. A Lisfranc sprain or fracture is an injury in the middle of the foot in which at least one (or sometimes all) of the small bones (or metatarsals) is broken or the ligaments that support the foot in that area are torn. Even a minor sprain not requiring surgical repair could take six to eight weeks to heal. Meniscus tears: The meniscus is a crescent-shaped rubbery disk of cartilage that serves as a shock absorber on the inside and outer edges of the knee. Both help a person balance weight across the knee. When a meniscus is torn, the knee can lock up and swell. A minor tear can be treated with rest but a severe tear could require surgery that may sideline a player for several weeks or months. Oblique strains: An oblique strain involves the muscles on the side of the body between the ribs and pelvis. This type of injury can occur when a player takes a hard hit to the waist area or from overuse or sudden use of the muscles – for instance, a quarterback throwing a pass or a defensive back turning to defend a receiver. Oblique strains are usually treated with rest and could take a few weeks to heal or could become a lingering issue otherwise. Patellar tendon injuries: The patellar tendon allows a person to straighten a leg by acting with the quadriceps. Technically it's a ligament because it connects the kneecap to the shin bone. Complete tears or ruptures often need to be surgically sewn back together and recovery is typically at least four to six months. Plantar fasciitis: An injury that affects the bottom of the foot and can lead to intense heel pain. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the ligament supporting the arch of the foot – the plantar fascia – is strained and worsens when small tears develop in the ligament. The injury can sap players of speed while they deal with it. Rest, icing of the arch, and finding new footwear are among typical treatments. It can linger for months. Turf toe: An extremely painful injury that can sideline players for months. It occurs when the ligaments under the joint of the big toe are sprained or ruptured as a result of the toe being hyperextended. The injury makes it extremely difficult to push off and cut while running.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
NFL training camps 2025: Top storylines, report dates, locations for all 32 teams, starting with Chargers rookies July 12
The NFL offseason has big moments — from the draft and free agency to the combine and OTAs — and the final sign we're nearing the regular season is training camp. When does your team report? When can we expect the star rookies like Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward, Ashton Jeanty and more to get back on the field? Where will training camp practices be held? Here's your guide to all the training camp information you need. Advertisement Top storylines AFC East: Buffalo Bills | Miami Dolphins | New England Patriots | New York Jets AFC North: Baltimore Ravens | Cincinnati Bengals | Cleveland Browns | Pittsburgh Steelers AFC South: Houston Texans | Indianapolis Colts | Jacksonville Jaguars | Tennessee Titans AFC West: Denver Broncos | Kansas City Chiefs | Las Vegas Raiders | Los Angeles Chargers NFC East: Dallas Cowboys | New York Giants | Philadelphia Eagles | Washington Commanders NFC North: Chicago Bears | Detroit Lions | Green Bay Packers | Minnesota Vikings NFC South: Atlanta Falcons | Carolina Panthers | New Orleans Saints | Tampa Bay Buccaneers Advertisement NFC West: Arizona Cardinals | Los Angeles Rams | San Francisco 49ers | Seattle Seahawks Top NFL training camp storylines How will Browns' quarterback competition end? Joe Flacco appears to be the favorite, Kenny Pickett is a veteran with a shot, Dillon Gabriel was the higher of the two draft picks this past spring, and Shedeur Sanders is, well, Shedeur Sanders. Whoever wins, it'll be buzzy. Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey join up with Steelers Two of the biggest offseason additions happened in June, and the Steelers are counting on them to help lift the franchise higher than a first-round exit and into genuine Super Bowl contention. What's up with contract extensions for Micah Parsons, T.J. Watt and Trey Hendrickson? All three star pass rushers are in line for new paydays, and none of the deals are resolved yet. The Cowboys notoriously slow-play retaining their star talent, so while it feels like a Parsons deal will get done, the fact it hasn't is notable. Watt, meanwhile, might be starting the downside of his career, which makes it tricky for the Steelers. And the Bengals and Hendrickson are talking again, so there's that. Advertisement How will George Pickens incorporate with Cowboys? Dak Prescott is hyped to throw to newly acquired wide receiver George Pickens, especially with CeeDee Lamb already in the same offense. Will we see early fireworks at camp and in preseason from this connection? How will J.J. McCarthy look as Vikings QB? After missing last year (on-field, at least) due to injury, J.J. McCarthy takes the reins as QB1 in Minnesota. Will the 2024 10th overall pick reward the faith of head coach Kevin O'Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, who let Sam Darnold walk this offseason? And if he doesn't, could a Kirk Cousins reunion be in line? Advertisement Saints have a QB competition of their own Tyler Shough was taken in the second round this past draft. Spencer Rattler has a year of NFL experience under his belt, albeit under a different regime. Jake Haener has two, but hasn't done much to impress. Who will first-year head coach Kellen Moore hand the keys to? How will Jaguars use Travis Hunter? The second overall pick of the draft has spent a majority of his time on offense this offseason, and has gotten defensive snaps when the daily plan called for it. We'll get more information on how the Jaguars will use him this month. How soon can Jaxson Dart start? Russell Wilson is QB1 with the Giants to start training camp. But first-round pick Jaxson Dart has prototype physical traits, and could push to begin his inevitable takeover of the job sooner than later. Advertisement Ben Johnson's first year with Bears, Caleb Williams Chicago wanted an offensive mastermind to pair with its first overall pick from 2024. Ben Johnson is that guy, having helmed the Lions' prolific offense the past few seasons. What will he look like as a head coach with a talent like Williams? Raiders' new-look offense gets installed Geno Smith is the quarterback. Ashton Jeanty is the running back. Brock Bowers is arguably TE1 leaguewide already. Chip Kelly is the new offensive coordinator. The Raiders should be entertaining as hell on offense. We get our first true glimpses very soon. Advertisement When will Anthony Richardson return for Colts? Head coach Shane Steichen hopes Anthony Richardson can be ready to resume on-field activities "at some point" during camp, while Richardson said he was "all good" at the end of June. If so, his camp battle with Daniel Jones for the starting job could be entertaining. Sam Darnold takes over in Seattle The Seahawks' $100(.5) million QB is the centerpiece of an overhaul that took place this offseason. Klint Kubiak will be calling plays, DK Metcalf is gone, and the offense as a whole will look different. The biggest piece will be Darnold, who can either prove the first 16 games last year were his real self — and not the last two. NFL training camp leaguewide report schedule Full squad reports in bold Saturday, July 12 Chargers (rookies) Advertisement Tuesday, July 15 Bills (rookies), Dolphins (rookies), Ravens (rookies), Giants (rookies), 49ers (rookies), Seahawks (rookies) Thursday, July 17 Chargers, Raiders (rookies), Lions (rookies) Friday, July 18 Browns (rookies), Commanders (rookies), Packers (rookies) Saturday, July 19 Lions, Jets (rookies), Patriots (rookies), Jaguars (rookies), Bears (rookies) Sunday, July 20 Vikings (rookies) Monday, July 21 Chiefs, Cowboys, Colts (rookies), Bucs (rookies), Panthers (rookies) Tuesday, July 22 Bills, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots, Bengals, Browns, Ravens, Colts, Jaguars, Texans, Titans, Raiders, Commanders, Eagles, Giants, Bears, Packers, Vikings, Panthers, Bucs, Saints, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks Wednesday, July 23 Steelers, Falcons NFL team training camp info Buffalo Bills St. John Fisher University, Rochester, N.Y. Advertisement Rookies: July 15 Full squad: July 22 Miami Dolphins Baptist Health Training Complex, Miami Gardens, Fla. Rookies: July 15 Full squad: July 22 New England Patriots Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass. Rookies: July 19 Full squad: July 22 New York Jets Atlantic Health Jets Training Center, Florham Park, N.J. Rookies: July 19 Full squad: July 22 Baltimore Ravens Under Armour Performance Center, Owings Mills, Md. Rookies: July 15 Full squad: July 22 Cincinnati Bengals Kettering Health Practice Fields, Cincinnati, Ohio Rookies: July 19 Full squad: July 22 Cleveland Browns CrossCountry Mortgage Campus, Berea, Ohio Rookies: July 18 Advertisement Full squad: July 22 Pittsburgh Steelers Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, Pa. Rookies and full squad: July 23 Houston Texans Houston Methodist Training Center, Houston, Texas Rookies and full squad: July 22 Indianapolis Colts Grand Park, Westfield, Ind. Rookies: July 21 Full squad: July 22 Jacksonville Jaguars Miller Electric Center, Jacksonville, Fla. Rookies: July 19 Full squad: July 22 Tennessee Titans Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park, Nashville, Tenn. Rookies and full squad: July 22 Denver Broncos Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit, Englewood, Colo. Rookies: July 16 Full squad: July 22 Kansas City Chiefs Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, Mo. Advertisement Rookies and full squad: July 21 Las Vegas Raiders Intermountain Health Performance Center, Henderson, Nev. Rookies: July 17 Full squad: July 22 Los Angeles Chargers The Bolt, El Segundo, Calif. Rookies: July 12 Full squad: July 16 Dallas Cowboys Staybridge Suites, Oxnard, Calif. Rookies and full squad: July 21 New York Giants Quest Diagnostics Training Facility, East Rutherford, N.J. Rookies: July 15 Full squad: July 22 Philadelphia Eagles NovaCare Complex, Philadelphia, Pa. Rookies and full squad: July 22 Washington Commanders OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park, Ashburn, Va. Rookies: July 18 Full squad: July 22 Advertisement Chicago Bears Halas Hall, Lake Forest, Ill. Rookies: July 19 Full squad: July 22 Detroit Lions Detroit Lions Training Facility, Allen Park, Mich. Rookies: July 16 Full squad: July 19 Green Bay Packers Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisc. Rookies: July 18 Full squad: July 22 Minnesota Vikings TCO Performance Center, Eagan, Minn. Rookies: July 20 Full squad: July 22 Atlanta Falcons IBM Performance Field, Flowery Branch, Ga. Rookies and full squad: July 23 Carolina Panthers Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, N.C. Rookies: July 21 Full squad: July 22 New Orleans Saints Ochsner Sports Performance Center, Metairie, La. Rookies and full squad: July 22 Advertisement Tampa Bay Buccaneers AdventHealth Training Center, Tampa, Fla. Rookies: July 21 Full squad: July 22 Arizona Cardinals State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Airz. Rookies and full squad: July 22 Los Angeles Rams Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, Calif. Rookies and full squad: July 22 San Francisco 49ers SAP Performance Facility, Santa Clara, Calif. Rookies: July 15 Full squad: July 22 Seattle Seahawks Virginia Mason Athletic Center, Renton, Wash. Rookies: July 15 Full squad: July 22
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Eagles 12 most intriguing players in 2025: The countdown from No. 12 to 1 for training camp
The Eagles are getting ready to begin their second-ever training camp as defending Super Bowl champions. Unlike the last time, this Eagles team is built to sustain their status as perennial contenders, much like the Kansas City Chiefs have done over the past several seasons. The Eagles have much of their core intact from the 2022 season, when they last reached the Super Bowl. Advertisement But for that to happen, several things have to break the Eagles' way. At the same time, it's extremely difficult to keep the same team together two seasons in a row. And the Eagles certainly experienced that, having to let some key players leave, especially on defense. The Philadelphia Eagles hoist the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. So how the Eagles retool could determine whether they become a Chiefs-like dynasty, or like the previous Eagles Super Bowl winner in 2017, a team struggling just to reach the playoffs. Here, then, are the 12 most intriguing players to a Super Bowl repeat as training camp opens July 22. We've been counting them down from No. 12 beginning on July 7, to No. 1 on July 22nd. Advertisement Keep in mind, these aren't necessarily the best players, or the most important. Rather, the most intriguing. Here is the list, with links to each story: No. 12: LB Jihaad Campbell No. 11: S Sydney Brown No. 10: DT Moro Ojomo Contact Martin Frank at mfrank@ Follow on X @Mfranknfl. Read his coverage of the Eagles' championship season in 'Flying High,' a new hardcover coffee-table book from Delaware Online/The News Journal. Details at This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Eagles most intriguing players of 2025: Counting down from No. 12 to 1
