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2024-11-07 at 3:43 AM UTC in Olympic Football Roster AnnouncedKenyu Sugimoto was a surprise inclusionThe Japan Olympic football squad was announced today, and there were some surprise inclusions/exclusions. Heres the squad:Keeper: Shuichi Gonda, Shunsuke AndoDef: Yuhei Tokunaga (overage), Maya Yoshida (overage), Daisuke Suzuki, Hiroki Sakai, Gotoku SakaiMid: Hiroshi Kiyotake, Taisuke Muramatsu, Keigo Higashi, Hotaru Troy Aikman Jersey Yamaguchi, Takahiro Ogihara, Takashi UsamiFwd: Kensuke Nagai, Yuki Otsu, Manabu Saito, Kenyu SugimotoInjury standby: Akihiro Hayashi (keeper-overage), Kazuki Oiwa (def), Takuji Yonemoto (mid), Ryohei Yamazaki (fwd)The notable omi sion has to be Ryo Miyaichi. The most likely explanation is that Arsenal CeeDee Lamb Jersey were not going to release him for the Olympics. However, the fact that they posted a note on their website about his inclusion in the preliminary squad, and the rumors swirling about his imminent loan move to Southampton, indicate that a) they were at least entertaining the idea of letting him go, and b) since he is moving on loan, his participation in the Olympics didnt matter to them at all. So, if Arsenal were in fact okay with him being in the squad, then this is a ridiculous omi sion. Firstly, he played regularly for Bolton last season, in the mostcompetitiveleague in the world. While he didnt start every match, he came off the bench in the ones he didnt, and at least got playing time in most of Boltons matches. This is more than some of the players chosen above him can say, playing in the J. League. Secondly, he is one of NFL Dallas Cowboys Jersey the most talented players that Japan have. The Olympics are the time to test out your talents, so take your most talented players Jaylon Smith Jersey .Another omi sion is Yoshiaki Takagi who shouldve been at least a reserve. He started playing regularly for Utrecht at the end of last season, which should be enough to warrant a spot on the Olympic team. Yuya Osako, Mizuki Hamada, and Hiroshi Ibusuki were also omitted. Osako has been playing well for a an underachieving Kashima Antlers side this season. Hamada is an exciting central defender, but the JFA opted for overage players in that position. Ibusuki shouldve also been at least a reservehe couldve provided a plan b in the Andy Carroll mold.The biggest surprise inclusion is Kenyu Sugimoto, who has four goals Alfred Morris Jersey this season for Tokyo Verdyin J.2. At 6 foot 2, he does provide that plan b, but clearly Ibusuki, with 20 goals in the Spanish third division, should get in ahead of him.I will post about the potential starting xi in the future, but for now, what do you think?
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2024-11-07 at 3:42 AM UTC in Manchester City suffer setback with Raheem Sterling out with a hamstring injuryManchester City have confirmed that Raheem Sterling wont feature during the forthcoming Premier League clash against West Ham United after sustaining a hamstring injury.The England international recently limped out of the Cityzens Premier League defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on the road and the club Shaka Toney Jersey have now confirmed that he has sustained damage to his left hamstring.Raheem Sterling will mi s the visit of West Ham after scans revealed he has suffered damage to his left hamstring, Landon Collins Jersey a statement on the clubs official website read.No official timescale has been provided for the recovery but a Grade I injury could see him sidelined for around two to three weeks, provided there is no setback.Judging by this, he could return prior to the Champions League round of 16 first leg at Real Madrid on February 26 and the same has been highlighted in a report published by earlier this week.Pep Guardiolas side are Wes Schweitzer Jersey already out of the running for a third-straight Premier League crown with the between themselves and runaway leaders Liverpool.They are scheduled to host West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium this weekend and they have a good chance to returning to winning ways, based on their strong head-to-head record against the Hammers.The Premier League holders Washington Commanders Men Jersey have dominated the east London outfit with wins Camaron Cheeseman Jersey in each of the previous in all competitions and out of those, they have scored four or more goals on five occasions.Cityzens all-time leading goalscorer Sergio Aguero has been the key threat to the Hammers backline with an impre sive tally of from 16 appearances in all competitions.
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2024-11-07 at 3:42 AM UTC in John Elway stands up for Broncos 2014 draft classBeyond some contributions from defensive back , the ' 2014 draft cla s left something to be desired.Still, Denver's executive vice president and general manager isn't ready to T.J. Gibbs Jersey give up on his haul from a year ago."We like that group," John Elway said . "We have high expectations for all of our young guys, we're going to need them, and this Blake Bortles Jersey coaching staff is good with young players and embraces the idea of playing young players. ... But last year's draft picks, we picked them because we think they can contribute and be good , and we still think that."The rub on the 2014 cla s mostly focuses around , a 6-foot-2 wideout out of Indiana who made headlines during training camp but almost never during the regular season.Latimer finished last year with two catches for 23 yards. He appeared in eight games.Of course, Elway deserves a bit Evan Engram Jersey of a break here. Most GMs will tell you that they need three years for a cla s to truly be evaluated. Elway might even deserve more time considering the fact that he's built a veteran-heavy roster that is ready to compete for a now.Latimer barely had any room to get on the field as Brandon Powell Jersey it was.However, now that is gone and is skipping workouts, Latimer has more time to make an impre sion with a new coaching staff.In two years, developing a corner and dependable wideout with late-in-the-round picks is a Will Grier Jersey major victory.The latest Podcast as well as the Mettenberger and Watt feud. Find more content on .
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2024-11-07 at 3:41 AM UTC in NFL rookie projections Vic Beasley among intriguing defendersCoaches and scouts rarely discu s the expectations of prominent rookies with the outside world, but every front office looks for timely playmaking and significant production from key first-year pros, particularly Day 1 and Day 2 selections. With offseason activities in full swing, it's a great time to take a closer look at several high-profile rookies and examine how Year 1 Marquise Goodwin Jersey could play out. Below are the best- and worst-case scenarios for 10 defensive newbies of note.Leonard Williams, DT, New York JetsNo. 6 overall pick, Round 1, USCBest-case scenario: It might take awhile for Williams to crack the ' star-studded defensive line rotation, but once he does, he makes an immediate impact as an interior hybrid defender, augmenting New York's stellar run defense and giving Todd Bowles a dynamic rusher to incorporate into sub-package situations.Worst-case scenario: Williams is a spectacular talent with immense potential, but he ends up needing a little work to become a disruptive force as a pro. That lack of polish prevents Williams from truly standing out as a rookie.My projection: 45 tackles, four sacks and two forced fumbles.Vic Beasley, OLB, Atlanta FalconsNo. 8 overall pick, Round 1, ClemsonBest-case scenario: Beasley thrives as the ' designated pa s rusher -- the role for which he was handpicked by new coach Dan Quinn, due to his explosive combination of speed, quickne s and burst off the edge. With his electric rush skills, Beasley notches 10-plus sacks as a rookie despite his inexperience and slender frame.Worst-case scenario: Beasley's build and questionable run-stopping skills make him a liability on the edge. Opponents elect to run the ball extensively at Beasley, forcing Quinn to choose between defending the run or having Beasley's pa s-rush skills on the field in key Jesse James Jersey moments.My projection: 35 tackles, eight sacks and four forced fumbles.Trae Waynes, CB, Minnesota VikingsNo. 11 overall pick, Round 1, Michigan StateBest-case scenario: Waynes emerges as a standout CB2, helping the field one of the NFL's top defenses in 2015. He teams with to give Minnesota a formidable 1-2 punch on the perimeter capable of combatting the dangerous aerial attacks that reside in the NFC North.Worst-case scenario: Waynes takes more than a year to develop into an impact defender on the perimeter, slowed by his transition to the ' scheme, which could ask him to play off coverage and utilize his backpedal to cover receivers downfield. Players often need time to adjust to using traditional techniques in space after playing receivers nose-to-nose at the line of scrimmage, and Waynes, who has extensive experience in bump-and-run coverage, proves to be no exception.My projection: 65 tackles, two interceptions, 12 pa ses defensed and one forced fumble.Arik Armstead, DE, San Francisco 49ersNo. 17 overall pick, Round 1, OregonBest-case scenario: Armstead uses his exceptional length, athleticism and range to create havoc against the run from his five-technique position, giving the Niners ample opportunity to unleash , and off the edges on pa sing downs. His ability to play a key role as a rookie helps counter the offseason lo s of several key players along the defensive front.Worst-case scenario: Armstead, who was viewed as a better athlete than player by some scouts leading up to the draft, proves to be a developmental prospect who is not quite ready to contribute as a starter, despite his talent. Of course, while most such youngsters end up needing time, the Niners can't really afford to have this scenario unfold, given the holes they must fill along the front line.My projection: 35 tackles, two sacks, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.Marcus Peters, CB, Kansas City ChiefsNo. 18 overall pick, Round 1, WashingtonBest-case scenario: The tenacious bump-and-run defender shows the football world he's also a polished technician capable of snuffing out WR1s on the perimeter via a variety of coverage skills -- and the quickly discover they've added the most talented cover corner in the draft in the 6-foot, 197-pounder.Worst-case scenario: The ' coaching staff can't handle Peters, whose prickly personality as a top pick, as well as the team had hoped. Peters fails to heed the instructions of Andy Reid and others behind closed doors, and Kansas Justin Fields Jersey City regrets taking a chance on a talented prospect with some -- he was after reportedly clashing with the coaching staff -- in his background.My projection: 55 tackles, three interceptions, 10 pa ses defensed and one fumble recovery.Bud Dupree, OLB, Pittsburgh SteelersNo. 22 overall pick, Round 1, KentuckyBest-case scenario: Dupree contributes immediately as a pa s rusher, succe sfully filling the critical void created by ' exit in the offseason. The 6-4, 269-pounder makes good use of the tools he has (speed, quickne s and explosivene s) to provide a consistent rush -- and he also is able to complement as a rough-and-rugged force off the edge.Worst-case scenario: The collegian "jack of all trades" proves to lack a dominant skill as a pa s rusher, and the do not get the sack production or disruption required to create the kind of chaos that is nece sary to slow down some of the high-powered offenses that dominate the AFC.My projection: 25 tackles, three sacks, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery.Shane Ray, OLB, Denver BroncosNo. 23 overall pick, Round 1, Mi souriBest-case scenario: The presence of and allows Ray to work his way into the William Perry Jersey lineup as a situational pa s rusher. With his energetic rush style and explosive first-step quickne s, Ray grows into a double-digit sack producer early in his career, despite playing extensively as a sub-package defender as a rookie.Worst-case scenario: Ray is unable to flash as a pa s rusher early in the season, failing to develop into a DPR (designated pa s rusher) capable of complementing Miller off the edges and alleviating some of the burden on Ware. The 33-year-old Ware is thus forced to play extended minutes, leading the veteran to wear down prior to the postseason.My projection: 25 tackles, 5.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.Shaq Thompson, LB, Carolina PanthersNo. 25 overall pick, Round 1, WashingtonBest-case scenario: Thompson silences the critics questioning his ability to play linebacker as a pro, flashing exceptional instincts, awarene s and playmaking skills as a rookie. With and demanding opponents' attention, Thompson makes key contributions as a relatively anonymous playmaker on the second level.Worst-case scenario: Despite his versatility, athleticism and penchant for playmaking, Thompson needs some time to develop the instincts to man the position as a pro. Thompson -- whose college tape occasionally featured late reactions -- looks out of place in a lineup dominated by two of the top linebackers in the game.My projection: 45 tackles, one sack, one interception, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.Landon Collins, S, New York GiantsNo. 33 overall pick, Round Jaylon Johnson Jersey 2, AlabamaBest-case scenario: The discover that the ex-Alabama star is a complete safety, capable of thumping in the box or floating between the numbers without i sue and serving as the "MOF" (middle of the field) playmaker their secondary desperately needed. Collins validates the team's decision to to grab him, while discrediting the concerns about his coverage skills that led to his surprising slide out of the first round.Worst-case scenario: Collins' coverage limitations show up and prevent defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo from utilizing the entire playbook, leading the ' defense to struggle against the premier tight ends that dominate the NFC. Collins fails to become the hybrid safety Big Blue needed, someone capable of walking down into the box to nail runners in the hole or shadowing tight ends all over the field.My projection: 75 tackles, two sacks, one interception and seven pa ses defensed.Randy Gregory, DE, Dallas CowboysNo. 60 overall pick, Round 2, NebraskaBest-case scenario: Defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli transforms the draft's biggest wild card -- a natural athlete with the explosivene s to create chaos off the edge -- into a disruptive force, getting him to buy into the blue-collar approach (relying on hard work, effort and hustle) that has become the hallmark of the ' defense.Worst-case scenario: Gregory's slender frame and inconsistent motor prevent the rookie from upgrading Dallas' pa s rush with his explosive athleticism and rush skills. Despite Marinelli's urging to play with better effort and tempo, Gregory struggles living up to the hustle standard, and his suspect run defense keeps him from carving out a significant role as a rookie.My projection: 30 tackles, four sacks, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.Follow Bucky Brooks on Twitter .
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2024-11-07 at 3:41 AM UTC in Celtic Set to Sell Hooper as Southampton Swoop inCould Celticbe about to cash in on Garry Hooper ? Several sources are claiming that English Championship side, Southampton have increased their offer to 6 million pounds and are willing to triple Hoopers current 12,000 a-week wages.It wasjust yesterday that Hooperreiterated his desire to remain with Celtic but the news that he could increase Cam Newton Jersey his earning will no doubt make him ponder his future. Even the club themselves may consider accepting the offer despite manager Neil Lennons claims that it would take an offer of Andy Carroll proportions to even make the club think about cashing in.The most likely outcome is that Hooper will remain (even if it is just until the end of the season) so he can aid Celtics title challenge and he perhaps sees himself at an established Premier League side rather than Southampton. This outcome doesnt mean Celtic wouldnt have been tempted by the offer.Celtic are now a selling Clay Johnston Jersey club, forced into the market of signing up and coming talent with the view of then selling them on for a profit. This is why any offer around the 6 million mark will turn the head of the Celtic board. Supporters have now long accepted the strategy adopted by the club, but they can have every reason to still be alarmed.When Celtic adopted this buying and selling policy they had every right to believe that the clubs they would be selling to would be those of a powerful league such as the English Premiership. Their pride would not be wounded as these leagues contained a far bigger revenue stream than the Old Firm could ever dream of receiving in the SPL. What the club and supporters would not have anticipated is that clubs from Englands second tier are now above them in terms of spending power.6 million pounds on one player is something Celtic can only dream of now, yet Southampton have found it easy to table such a bid and they are not alone when it comes to English Championship sides outspending the J.J. Jansen Jersey Old Firm. It was just last summer that Leicester City tabled a bid of 6.5 million for Rangers striker Nikica Jelavic. While Rangers rejected that offer and Celtic may still knock back Southamptons bid for Hooper, there is no doubt that the Old Firm can no longer even compete with Championship sides when it comes to transfer fees.Bhoys priced out of RhodesAnother argument is the situation surrounding the in-form player in British football; Huddersfield striker Jordan Rhodes.His goal scoring exploits for the League one side have alerted nearly every big club in Britain to at least have scouts keep an eye on his progre s. It seemed that Celtic were in a decent position to claim his signature a few months back as they were one of the first sides to expre s an interest. However as the number of clubs interested has increased so has his asking price. Celtic now find themselves priced out of a move for Rhodes while West Trent Scott Jersey Ham (who are in the Championship) are now leading the chase Colin Thompson Jersey for Rhodes.Hooper may not leave now but his departure is inevitable. Celtic need the transfer income to at least try and remain competitive. The Old firm will continue to look for bargain deals and Celtic supporters can only hope that the club keep producing gems such as Emilio Izaguire and this seasons stand-out, Victor Wanyama.Sadly for Scottish football fans it looks like their suffering will continue with more and more English sides proving they are more than capable of beatingtop Scottishclubs in the transfer market. Supporters can only hope that the current work on youth development will one day benefit the national team and Scottish football fans can lay claim to having a word cla s player pulling on the dark blue.
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2024-11-07 at 3:36 AM UTC in Tannehill busts slump in London laugher over Raiders* bounced back from a two-game slump to lead the to a of the in London on Sunday. Our takeaways:*Tannehill enjoyed one of the finest afternoons of his three-year career, completing 14 consecutive pa ses and taking a 146.5 pa ser rating into halftime. At one point Rayjon Tucker Jersey in the third quarter, the were averaging 11 yards per throw and seven yards per run against a reeling defense.The have lost 10 straight games going back to last season. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported last week that similar to the ' embarra sing Week 3 Serge Ibaka Jersey effort for the ' bra s to consider an in-season coaching change. Sunday's game reached that nadir, as the scored 38 consecutive points after an impre sive opening touchdown drive from . Owner Mark Davis made it clear last offseason that there would Joakim Noah Jersey be for Allen and general manager Reggie McKenzie. Among coaches with at least 36 games, only five in NFL history have a worse winning percentage than Allen's .222.The injury that ended Carr's game in the third quarter was announced as a in his left leg. The are entering a bye week, but there's no certainty that Carr will be ready to go in versus the . The coaching staff will have to make a decision between and if Carr sits out. looks like a different, more physical player this season. Not to be denied, he lowered Reggie Jackson Jersey his shoulder and on his 13-yard touchdown.The entered the game second in the NFL with 5.2 yards per carry. The ' defense made and look even better on Sunday. Miller could have had a third touchdown, but he fumbled at the goal line.The win could end up as a costly one for Miami if the injuries to left tackle ( Danilo Gallinari Jersey shoulder) and center (leg) cause them to mi s time coming out of the Week 5 bye. Prior to leaving in the fourth quarter, Albert had shut down .*The latest recaps every game from Week 4 and picks the . *
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2024-11-07 at 3:34 AM UTC in Bookmaker discusses 49ers-Eagles vs. the field sharp money power ratingsAmericas Game of the Week heads to the City of Brotherly Love this Sunday for a showdown between the and You can watch all the action of the big game at 4:25 pm ET on .Las Vegas bookmakers expect a ton of betting interest for several reasons. Not only are two of the s best teams locking horns, but youve also got two very efficient quarterbacks and a rematch of last years NFC Championship.Action will be plentiful, to say the least.ADVERTISEMENT "Wise guys laid San Francisco -2.5 with me Thursday morning," South Point sportsbook director told FOX Sports. "Im sure Ill write some back at +3. Philly will get that respect at home at a full three."Its crystal clear Andrews and his bookie buddies have more respect for San Francisco despite Philadelphia Oliver Bjorkstrand Jersey having only one lo s over 10 games. That's because rankings and records dont matter much to the guys behind the counter.Power ratings rule the roost."I have the Niners as the best team in the NFL," Andrews declared. "They hit that trough in late October and lost three in a row, but they were really beat up. When healthy, theyre 2.5 points better than anybody on a David Savard Women Jersey neutral field."The Eagles remain a polarizing team among the sharp cats in the desert. I know a handful of people who think theyve been downright lucky, while others applaud their ability to win tight games against good teams.Maybe both things are true?"Theyve found ways to win all year," Andrews said. "Its not just the last two games. Those were significant victories against and . Only two teams have beaten those two Philadelphia and ."Could Eagles close wins cost them vs. 49ers? Is it the 49ers Matt Calvert Kids Jersey and Eagles vs. the field?Some believe the have a chance to crash what feels like an inevitable Niners-Eagles party in this years NFC title game, but its tough for me to get there until the Cowboys beat a good team. All eight of their victories came against teams with losing records.Dallas also hasnt made it past the divisional round since 1995."It's tough to power rate the Cowboys because they just blow out weak teams during the regular season," Andrews opined. "But what are they going to do in the playoffs at Philly or San Francisco? I dont have much confidence there."Andrews did say he would open Dallas as a 7.5-point favorite at in a potential wild-card weekend matchup in early January.Meanwhile, if Philadelphia takes it on the chin Sunday, NFL MVP odds will dip. Hes as low as +140 in the market, which is wild considering and are doing their best to carry le s-talented teams to a No. 1 seed in the AFC.The South Point doesnt take bets Cam Atkinson Kids Jersey on markets like NFL MVP or Offensive Player of the Year, where voters dictate the result, but that doesnt mean Andrews is short on opinions."Narratives can be downright ridiculous in profe sional sports," he cracked. "Its easy to take the quarterback of a 9-1 team and ring the bell for him to be MVP. Its a simple argument."I remember when Eli Manning and the Giants won their second Super Bowl, and Peyton only had the one at the time. People would ask what makes Eli a better quarterback. And they were serious!"Narratives, who needs em?Brock Purdy & 49ers face the Eagles, will Nick believe in Purdy if SF wins? In closing, Sundays showdown between two of the NFCs highest-power-rated teams should be a doozy. And while its difficult to ignore the financial shift to the Niners, its almost equally difficult to bet against the one-lo s Eagles. That sharp money sure speaks volumes, though.Sam Panayotovich is a sports betting analyst for FOX Sports and Sonny Milano Kids Jersey NESN. He previously worked for WGN Radio, NBC Sports and VSiN. He'll probably pick against your favorite team. Follow him on Twitter @spshoot. 
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2024-11-07 at 3:33 AM UTC in Earl Thomas I never want Lynch to leave SeahawksIn lashing the in Sunday's romp over New York, the did more than set a franchise record: They got back to basics.Big Blue could do nothing to stop from rumbling for 140 yards and , while quarterback added another 107 yards on a rash of designed runs that kept Adam Clendening Women Jersey the defense gue sing.We have about Seattle's pa sing attack, but wideout couldn't be happier about the team returning to its roots. Baldwin said, per The News Tribune, "feeling what it's like to play football Alex DeBrincat Jersey again."Amid whispers that Seattle's locker room has been agitated with play-caller Darrell Bevell for , Lynch has emerged to run with renewed power over the past two weeks. With many wondering if this might be the running back's final Cam Ward Kids Jersey go-around with the team, safety told reporters Sunday: "I never want him to leave.""He's our backbone," said guard . "Couldn't imagine our offense without him. The way he runs, that's our attitude, what we feed off."The aren't nearly as Martin Havlat Jersey potent through the air, where they mi s tight end and departed targets and . But Lynch's handiwork on the ground directly opened up lanes for Wilson, who repeatedly scampered for chunk yardage against a bewildered New York defense.As NFL Media's Daniel Jeremiah , the two-pronged approach of Wilson and Lynch on the ground returns the to what they do best."They're Martin Havlat Kids Jersey capable of getting back to where they were last year," Jeremiah said. "But if they're going to get back there, it goes through No. 24."The latest Around The NFL Podcast from an action-packed Sunday. Find more Around The NFL content on .
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2024-11-07 at 3:33 AM UTC in Luke Kuechly Bobby Wagner among NFLs top tacklersFor all the attention offensive players receive, NFL football is still governed by big hitters and ferocious tacklers. I've heard head coaches frequently discu s the importance of winning the physical battle -- "outhitting" the opponent -- to tip the FC Bayern Munich Jersey scales in big games. It's not surprising that the top tackling teams occupy the top of the defensive rankings and consistently enjoy extended playoff runs.Given that most defensive juggernauts are paced by a big hitter or explosive tackler, I thought I would dig into some to identify the best of the best when it comes to knocking running backs and receivers off their feet between the hashes. Here is my list: 5) Lavonte David, OLB, Tampa Bay BuccaneersThe relatively diminutive (6-foot-1, 233 pounds) linebacker lacks ideal size for the position, but there is no disputing his explosive power and pop as a tackler. Few defenders in the NFL can stop runners in their tracks like David, making him one of the scariest defenders to face between the hashes. His nonstop motor and exceptional pursuit quickne s allow him to track down runners on outside runs, which drastically shrinks the field for the defense. Considering how quickly he attacks the line of scrimmage after post-snap diagnosis, David's presence in the middle of the field poses a huge problem for teams attempting to probe the heart of the ' defense.4) DeAndre Levy, OLB, Detroit LionsThough last season, this ferocious hitter and playmaker is finally beginning to receive the attention he deserves. The linebacker is an impre sive tackler with outstanding instincts, diagnostic skills and strong hands. He attacks the line of scrimmage with reckle s abandon, yet rarely mi ses one-on-one tackles in the hole. La Liga Jersey His combination of balance, body control and agility, which is uncommon for a linebacker, enables him to also excel in pa s coverage. He's recorded 12 career interceptions and consistently delivers "bang-bang" hits on cro sing routes Weston McKennie Jersey within his area. Considering Levy's dynamic pa s-rush skills and overall versatility, the ' designated playmaker deserves recognition for his dominance as a sideline-to-sideline player.3) Kam Chancellor, SS, Seattle SeahawksThe case could be made that Chancellor deserves a better spot on this list, based on his menacing presence, but I decided to slot him right behind another hard-hitting Seahawk. Still, there is no denying Chancellor's impact as the "hammer" in the secondary. The 6-3, 232-pounder consistently lowers the boom on receivers venturing between the hashes; those big hits discourage offensive coordinators from attacking the middle of the field with short and intermediate routes. Moreover, the intimidation factor created by Chancellor's combination of size, speed, power and pop changes the way players and coaches approach their matchups with the NFL's top defense.2) Bobby Wagner, MLB, Seattle SeahawksIt's no coincidence that the ' defense took a step back when Wagner -- who mi sed five games last season with a toe injury -- was off the field. He is unquestionably the heart and soul of his unit, bringing a fierce presence and contributing rugged play within the box. The energetic playmaker has superb instincts, awarene s and diagnostic skills, but his physicality, toughne s and tenacity are what set him apart from most others at the position. Wagner punishes runners and receivers who dare cro s into his area, exhibiting exceptional snap and pop on contact. Wagner, who measures 6-0 and 241 pounds, has superior leverage and explosive weight transfer, which prevents runners from falling forward at the end of plays. That's critical to playing winning defense against the dink-and-dunk offenses that live off RAC (run after the catch) yardage on the perimeter. Given the continued dominance of the ' England National Team Jersey defense and Wagner's annual impact on the unit with his tackling prowe s, the fourth-year pro certainly deserves this spot.1) Luke Kuechly, MLB, Carolina PanthersThe ' hard-hitting linebacker claimed the 2012 Defensive Rookie of US National Team Jersey the Year and 2013 Defensive Player of the Year awards on the strength of his tackling prowe s and playmaking ability between the hashes. Kuechly is a vicious hitter capable of stoning power runners in the hole or snatching elusive runners attempting to turn the corner on outside runs. Most impre sively, the fourth-year pro is a new-school middle linebacker with an old-school mentality and game; that is to say, he's athletic and rangy, but he's also an imposing force and physical hitter. With a ton of production (473 tackles, six sacks and seven picks in three seasons) to validate his contributions to the ' stingy defense, it's easy to place Kuechly at No. 1, especially after watching how his physicality, toughne s and intimidation wear down opponents over the course of a game.Follow Bucky Brooks on Twitter .
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2024-11-07 at 3:32 AM UTC in Next manager will be English says FAThis years Premier League campaign has produced little activity, in the area of managers coming in and going out. Chris Hughton, ex-manager of Newcastle United, <a href="https://www.placejersey.com/olympique-de-marseille-jersey">Olympique De Marseille Jersey</a> seemed to have been doing a good job, after the thrashing of Sunderland 5-1, and a 6-0 drumming over Aston Villa, results like these left Newcastle in a promising 12th place. That didnt stop Mike Ashley sacking the Englishmen earlier this month, another <a href="https://www.placejersey.com/chelsea-jersey">Chelsea Jersey</a> manager recently sacked was Sam Allardyce, ex-manager of Blackburn Rovers, Rovers are sitting a comfortable 13th at the moment, but this is a man whos been in contention for the next England manager. So where exactly are <a href="https://www.placejersey.com/wolves-jersey">Wolves Jersey</a> we heading?Should owners have so much power over who is the manager? Mike Ashley is famous for his managerial roundabout at Newcastle; Pardew who has replaced Hughton is Newcastles ninth manager since 2004. Hughton and Allardyce were two of Englands finest home grown managers, and yet have still been forced out by the local big man.England is complaining about the lack of good English managers, where do we really expect to go, if, when <a href="https://www.placejersey.com/venezia-jersey">Venezia Jersey</a> a good one does come acro s, hes sacked?In my personal opinion I believe that both of these sacking were very poor decisions. Both managers <a href="https://www.placejersey.com/manchester-city-jersey">Manchester City Jersey</a> are known to be good English managers, therefore they will have no problem finding new roles else ware. England needs to get its act together. And start thinking about the national teams years to come.