I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did with Texans QB
@CJ7STROUD
. We talked about much more than just football.
😳Is he surprising himself with the early success?
✝Faith, purpose vs passion and spreading Christ's word on this platform.
😔Failing the S2 test and…
C.J. Stroud says several players around the NFL have reached out to express how much they appreciate his mentions of God and expressing his love for Jesus Christ.
“I’m not doing it to look cool. I’m doing it because that’s what God called me to do.”
DeMeco Ryans: “I truly believe that God’s grace is over our team. I don’t shy away from saying that because I believe it.”
DeMeco says his faith played a big role
In believing he could help turn the Texans franchise into a winner.
The Texans win at home for the first time since December, 2021.
CJ Stroud: “That ain’t flying for me.
Stroud says it’s time for Texans fans to walk around with pride.
Stroud on the strong showing of the Steelers fans today: “We sent them home.”
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Jose Altuve may be one of best baseball players of all time.
However, there’s no bigger compliment than the one
@ABREG_1
paid him after game 5.
“I hope my 14 month old son grows up to be the man he is.”
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Baker Mayfield asked about the quarterbacks at "his old place" (Cleveland) but he defaults to Oklahoma.
"That's not my old place. I used to play there."
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I have been reading this all night — I do NOT think DJ Moore should have penalized when he took off his helmet.
He was not on the “field of play” or “end zone”when he removed his helmet.
This was the WRONG call by the officials.
@NFLOfficiating
Steve Clifford talking about being around Kevin Durant last season:
"Kevin was a breathe of fresh air. He may be the best player in the world and nobody works harder. Nobody cares more about his teammates."
@KDTrey5
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@CSLonQCN
University of Houston says they intend to wear their powder blue uniforms in the future. They’re not sure if it will be next season or not but it will be across all sports. Not just football.
The NFL sent UH a cease-and-desist order last season to stop wearing the uniforms.…
Andre Johnson spoke up about Jack Easterby, Texans ownership listened.
Andre Johnson and Texans owner Cal McNair have built a strong relationship after the passing of Bob McNair. The relationship is built on trust, tough discussions and a mutual interest in the Texans success.…
The Texans are led by a young core and their strong faith in Christ.
Several players and coaches hold Chapel together every Saturday at NRG Stadium or on the road to share their faith and journey.
The fellowship has led to a tight bond and desire to fight for each other on…
A group of 10-15 Panthers players (captains and other leaders) made it well known to the Panthers brass that they understood the Frank Reich hiring and were excited, despite the public support for Steve Wilks. Reich is well respected.
The Panthers locker room has made it clear -- they want Steve Wilks to be their next head coach.
"For us to be able to have Coach Wilks again next year and finally have some stability around here, that's what it's all about." -
@DerrickBrownAU5
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Panthers QB Matt Corral made an Instagram post suggesting he didn't feel wanted by the Panthers after the Bryce Young selection (He later deleted the post.)
I asked Frank Reich what his message is to Corral and other players who seemingly see their replacement drafted.
"The…
Jim Harbaugh has made it known he’s sincere in his interest in the Panthers head coaching job. He likes the roster and loves the opportunity, sources tell
@CSLonQCN
.
The Broncos job is not as attractive to Harbaugh because of Herbert and Mahomes in the same division.
📉The Carolina Panthers franchise turned on Nov. 8, 2018 (wk 10 @ PIT).
The team was 6-2 entering that game, Cam got hurt and the Steelers waxed the Panthers, 52-21 on TNF.
They lost 7 of their last 8 games that season.
Since Nov. 8, 2018 the franchise is 24-58 (.293).…
Sam Darnold asked if his family likes his beard:
Sam: “It doesn’t matter what my family thinks right now. It’s all about winning games right now.”
Q: So you’re superstitious?
Sam: “I’m not superstitious but I’m a little stitious.”
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Ime Udoka on the Rockets tonight:
“The moment was too big for a lot of players out there. Looked like deer in headlights. Looked either soft or scared. Didn't rise up to the moment, like I thought we would."
DAMN.
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The Texans go on the road and beat the Titans without:
C.J. Stroud
Tank Dell
Nico Collins
Will Anderson Jr.
George Fant
Blake Cashman
Tavierre Thomas
Impressive.
Brian Burns tells me he loves Charlotte and is confident in re-signing and wants to stay with the Panthers.
“It would break my heart to leave my defense.”
Frank Reich separated himself late in the interview process. Reich conducted interviews with potential coaching staff members. He did not present the Panthers brass with a wish list but with a group of names he had thoroughly interviewed prior to his interview if he got the job.
A former Panthers player texted me this today:
“I don’t know that there’s ever been an organization with more self-inflicted wounds.”
The team has not had a winning season since 2017.
David Tepper is an owner - Not a leader.
David Tepper’s lack of apology for throwing a drink towards a fan is worse than throwing the drink. It was a split second decision that deserved some grace. The lack of apology, though, was intentional and petulant. He had the…
BILL SELF IS FED UP
-Some starters don't try very hard
-We've lost games bc, attitude, focus, selfishness
-If you're coaching effort you're going to stink execution wise
-Even selfish guys play for themselves which is better than playing for no one
#KUBball
(via
@wibwJonathan
)
Panthers DT Derrick Brown reiterates that he and every man in the Panthers locker room wants Steve Wilks as their next head coach.
He says he will “finally give us some stability.”
I’m told the Panthers are “excited” to be in position to land their first franchise quarterback since Cam Newton. There is conviction towards this quarterback class.
They believe in their coaching staff to develop and support a young talent.
This aggressiveness is the new…
THIS is how you answer the question of mentorship of a newly drafted quarterback.
Where’s the national media on their Cam Newton hot takes now??
This is the person we saw every day for the Panthers.
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The Texans will release their brand new uniforms Tuesday at 10 am via
@HoustonTexans
.
DeMeco Ryans: “I was messing with the guys earlier… I wore the same uniform that they were wearing.”
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The Panthers “hated” trading DJ Moore but they knew they could find a WR later in the draft whereas you need to be towards the top of the draft to find a franchise quarterback, per source.
Astros starting pitching is the BEST in baseball.
1. Astros: 1.46 ERA
2. Royals: 1.74 ERA
3. Red Sox: 2.18 ERA
Astros have the 3rd WORST bullpen:
28. Astros: 7.41 ERA
29. Giants: 7.91 ERA
30. Phillies: 8.71 ERA
Astros have the 2nd WORST record in baseball.
T-29.…
📢📢Robby Anderson gave Sam Darnold an earful after his 3rd INT of the day.
Here is what Robby had to say after the game -- he didn't mince words or pull punches about his quarterback or his passion for the game.
#KeepPounding
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The Panthers interviewed Frank Reich, Ejiro Evero and Jim Caldwell for their head coaching gig.
They’re now ALL on staff under Frank Reich.
Things are going well at 800 Mint Street.
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Jonathan Mingo on how he can help Bryce Young: "I can do everything for him. I can turn a 5 yard catch into an 80 yard touchdown. Gotta make the quarterback look good."
Bryce Young 11 on 11
Play 1: Run
Play 2: Complete to Adam Thielen
Play 3: Run
Play 4: Complete to Thielen
Play 5: (distracted)
Play 6: Run
Play 7: Complete to Shi Smith
Play 8: Run
Andy Dalton INT on his first throw. Crowd not happy.
I’m sorry to hear that. My faith in Christ is who I am. Sports is what I do. I don’t separate them.
My purpose is to spread His word, not sports news.
I respect you, though and understand if you want to unfollow.
Much love!
Steve Wilks grew up dreaming and aspiring to be the Panthers head coach.
He has a very real shot of making that dream come true as he continues to put his stamp on this team.
"I have always been a Panthers fan since we got the team."
C.J. Stroud passes 4,000 passing yards on the season, becoming the fifth rookie quarterback in NFL history to reach the mark.
Stroud joins:
Andrew Luck (4,374)
Justin Herbert (4,336)
Cam Newton (4,051)
Jameis Winston (4,042).
CJ Stroud took a beating today
5 sacks
10 Qb Hits
His message to the offensive line:
“I appreciate them hanging in there with me and fighting their tails off because I felt that.”
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Typically, when a team fires their coach the interim head coach comes in to just run things out.
That's not the case with the Panthers. The players overwhelmingly feel this is a reset with a chance to win games and make a run at the playoffs.
In 2022 Bradley Bozeman signed a 1-year deal with the Panthers and was the backup center at the start of the season.
He's now signing a 3-year, $18M deal.
Few players impacted a team/community as much as the Bozeman's in a single year.
Impressive family.
@1NikkiAnn3
@BSBoze
I’m told the NFL would not allow the Panthers to wear their LOVE FOR DAMAR shirts (below) on the sidelines today. A few guys said hell with it and wore it anyway, though.
C.J. Stroud says he took the week 1 loss at Ravens really hard since losing wasn’t something he was used to in his career.
Stroud credits Jonathan Greenard and a postgame pep talk he gave him about keeping his head up, keep fighting and that there’s a chance they (Texans) could…
I’m told Matt Rhule was an extremely hands on head coach with the Panthers. He even got involved in the creative side of things in regards to what he did/did not want on social media, etc.
Remember when Panthers GM Scott Fittter said they met with a really "cool and fun" wide receiver during the Top 30 visits?
That receiver was Jaxon Smith-Njigba, per source.