pnuts34 said:

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Good to know AJ is still banging Quinn’s sister.

Jaxbuck said:

The good old days weren’t always good.

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I like bush.

lol, Genius Smith field.

How about the Mason Rudolph Metrodome?

Tomateaux Quinoa Gumbeaux said:

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Did he go by Strassini by any chance?

colobuck79 said:

Uhhhh……

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42 counts dude

Howard looks like he could go at any time now

Rays reach $2.3 billion deal for new stadium in Tampa with eyes on opening for 2029 season​

The new ballpark will replace Tropicana Field, which has been the Rays' home stadium since their 1998 debut​

The Tampa Bay Rays have a deal in place for a new $2.3 billion stadium and surrounding development to be built in Tampa, ideally in time for the 2029 season. The agreement means that the Rays, barring the unforeseen, will remain in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area for at least decades to come.

On Friday, Hillsborough County commissioners voted by a 5-2 count to approve a package of county funding. This comes the day after the Tampa City Council voted 4-3 to approve its share of funding for the project. In all, the city of Tampa is contributing roughly $80 million in public funding, and the county of Hillsborough will contribute almost $800 million. The remaining $1.4 billion or so and any cost overruns will be privately financed. The new complex will be located near Hillsborough College's Dale Mabry campus.

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred released a statement through the league following the county commissioners' vote on Friday.

"This is a great day for Tampa Bay Rays fans, the entire Tampa Bay region and Major League Baseball. I want to thank the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, the Tampa City Council and everyone who worked tirelessly to develop a plan that reflects the interests and priorities of the community while securing a state-of-the-art ballpark and a strong, long-term future for the Rays in Tampa Bay.
"I also congratulate Patrick Zalupski and his partners for their tremendous efforts to make this new ballpark a reality, and I look forward to working with them as they build on the organization's success and deepen its connection with fans throughout the region.
"This agreement represents an important investment in the future of Tampa Bay and provides a tremendous foundation for the Rays and Major League Baseball to continue thriving in this community for generations to come."

Rays CEO Ken Babby also released a statement through the club:

"The Tampa Bay Rays enthusiastically thank and applaud the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners for making history. By virtue of its approval of a county investment in partnership with the Rays and the City of Tampa, today our entire region can celebrate the coming of a privately financed and mixed-use neighborhood, a reinvented Hillsborough College campus, and a new ballpark that secures the long-term future of Major League Baseball here in Tampa Bay.

"With deep gratitude, we commend Hillsborough County Chair Ken Hagan and his fellow elected officials for their vision and support. We are also grateful to Dr. Ken Atwater, President of Hillsborough College, who has been an inspiration throughout this journey. We all have more work ahead, but there is no question our partnership will ensure a cohesive and successful process.

"Above all, we now look forward to celebrating before breaking ground with Hillsborough County an the City of Tampa on a future that has long been doubted, but will indeed happen. By making the Forever Home a reality, the Rays are now home forever in Tampa Bay."
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Re: Colorado Avalanche's defenseman Cale Makar just signed a new 8 year extension for $20.4M a year which will make him the highest paid player in the NHL.

Just sayin':

1. You think Zach Werenski's asking price for a new contract just went up?
2. That's almost 20% (the max a player can get under the collective bargaining agreement) of the current NHL (hard) salary cap.

Avalanche's Makar agrees to record deal worth $20.4 annually​

Cale Makar has agreed to an eight-year extension with the Colorado Avalanche that will make him the highest-paid player in NHL history.

The deal carries a $20.4 million average annual value. He is the first player in league history to make at least $20 million per season. The max a player could make, per percentage of the salary cap, is $20.8 million.

Makar, 27, has been a finalist for the Norris Trophy as the league's top defenseman for six consecutive seasons.

Indeed. Sadly so, but entirely predictable.

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I like the cut of Gerry's jib

NJ-Buckeye said:

We can assume Nate Evans number 43 ihas played his last day as a professional. Kid had a horrible game

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The Cleveland Browns have made the following roster moves:
Contract terminated (4)
CB Tre Avery
CB Tyler Hall
T Tyre Phillips
TE Jack Stoll (from injured reserve)
Waived (12):
TE Drew Biber
T Jeremiah Byers
P Nik Constantinou
S Christopher Edmonds
CB Nate Evans
DT Coziah Izzard
DT Patrick Jenkins
CB Jeremiah McClendon
T Izavion Miller
DE Jamil Muhammad
WR Ben Patterson
TE Jermaine Terry II

McCarthy says all four Steelers quarterbacks have earned spots​

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy expressed confidence in all four of his quarterbacks' futures with the organization following Thursday night's 28-27 preseason finale loss to the Buffalo Bills.

Asked if he believed all four quarterbacks had earned a roster spot, McCarthy described it as "a very accurate evaluation."

"I feel good about the quarterback room," he said. "I've been saying it for quite some time, and they've showed it on the field. We got two veterans that we can win with, and we got two young guys that we're excited about the future."

Though McCarthy has never kept four quarterbacks on his 53-man roster in Week 1 throughout his 18-year career as a head coach, he has strongly hinted throughout the preseason that this year will break his precedent.

Along with starter Aaron Rodgers and veteran backup Mason Rudolph, McCarthy has been impressed by the performances of second-year quarterback Will Howard and rookie Drew Allar.

McCarthy's two young quarterbacks were the focal point yet again Thursday night. Starting his second consecutive preseason game, Howard completed 9 of 15 attempts for 69 yards with two touchdown passes. He also threw an interception, took three sacks and was evaluated for a head injury in the second half. He wasn't available to speak with the media after the game because he was still being evaluated.

Howard's first score came as he tossed a quick pass to wide receiver Germie Bernard, who muscled his way through contact for a 13-yard touchdown. Howard also connected with tight end Lake McCree for a 5-yard score in the first half.

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That arm doe

ORD_Buckeye said:

Not a hint of him wanting to take a bigger check somewhere else and now he literally cries when being named a captain. Such a great and true Buckeye.

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THIS

Jaxbuck said:

No there was a midget, a parrot and a priest but I forget what happened.

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A naked blonde walks into a bar with a poodle under one arm, and a two-foot salami under the other. She lays the poodle on the table. The bartender says, 'I suppose you won't be needing a drink.......

And here you are, all by yourself, alone again.

ScriptOhio said:

Jerquaden Guilford, WR lost his Wednesday.

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Sorry, the person who posted this, posted a follow up tweet adding Guilford

Better Know a Buckeye: Ohio State Legacy Mason Wilhelm Rounds Out Buckeyes’ 2026 Class on Interior Offensive Line​

Better Know A Buckeye is our look at every member of Ohio State’s 2026 recruiting class and how they became Buckeyes as they prepare to begin their OSU careers this fall.

The son of Matt Wilhelm, a former Buckeye linebacker who won a national championship at Ohio State in 2002, Mason Wilhelm is the final installment of this series for the 2026 class.

Depth Chart Outlook​

With four starting offensive linemen back from last season and plenty of depth behind them, Wilhelm is unlikely to see significant playing time as a freshman.

Having practiced at both center and guard in his first offseason at Ohio State, Wilhelm could provide valuable depth on the interior offensive line next season, when Luke Montgomery, Carson Hinzman and Austin Siereveld could all be in the NFL. His best shot of earning a starting role will likely come as an upperclassman.