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Scouting Report​

At 6-5 and 280 pounds, Smith does well both in pass protection and run blocking. On the latter, he has great agility and does an outstanding job getting to the second level.

Not only is Smith strong at the point of attack, but he also shows good bend and has the quickness to put opposing defensive linemen on the ground. His fluidity allows him to adjust well to moving targets, and he's shown time and time again that he plays through the whistle, blocking opponents onto the ground until he's told the play is over.

“I just want to finish blocks every play,” Smith said. “I want to be known as a physical player who finishes blocks. I want to get better at everything. I'm excited to get coached by the best at Ohio State.”

Depth Chart Outlook​

The transition from high school to college is tough enough for the majority of offensive linemen, but with Smith not arriving at Ohio State until June, the 2026 season will be one in which he develops and adds to his frame off the field. If that goes well, he could potentially begin to contribute on special teams as a sophomore in 2027; he likely won't play a significant role along the offensive line until his third season at OSU in 2028.

While Smith profiles as an interior offensive lineman at Ohio State, he has the frame to move to tackle if needed, if that's how the depth chart moves forward for more playing time in the future. That said, he’s expected to begin his Ohio State career at guard.

Bestbuck36 said:

Heard Sporting KC is trying to sign Moo Salah to the biggest contract in MLS history. That would be something to say the least

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Mo Salah makes decision on incredible €20m per year contract offer​

The Egyptian King reached an agreement to rip up his £400k per week contract one year earlier. Originally slated to leave the club in 2027 that exit date was brought forward to the end of June this year.

Following a spell at the FIFA World Cup with Egypt Salah is now preparing to make his next move. At 34 the left-footed attacker STILL believes he's got a lot to offer at the top level.

Besiktas to sign Mo Salah​

Although teams in Saudi Arabia and MLS have reportedly been interested in striking a deal for the Pharaoh it looks like the legendary forward is going to stay in European football.

Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce were early moves for a Salah deal but Istanbul rivals Besiktas have now swooped in.

It looks like Vincenzo Italiano's side will seal the signing of Salah sometime this week - once issues over bonuses and commissions are ironed out.

Salah to make £10m per year​

There has been some degree of surprise at the pay packet the two-time African footballer of the year will be given. It works out at around £10m per year - including bonuses - which is around HALF of what he was making at Anfield.

But Salah is content to take on the challenge financial shortfalls notwithstanding according to a report in A Spor. In fact the winger has TURNED DOWN bigger offers from the Saudi Pro League in order to seal a deal with Besiktas.

Beautiful!

Tomateaux Quinoa Gumbeaux said:

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BRAVO!!!

I'm fine with either way -- I actually wouldn’t hate to lose some of these random schools from the pool of players. But I don’t care that much.

Chiefs unveil renderings of planned $3B domed stadium in Kansas​

The Chiefs unveiled Wednesday the first renderings for their new stadium in Kansas that is scheduled to open for the NFL's 2031 season.

One of the biggest aspects of the design from MANICA, an architecture firm in Kansas City, Kansas, is that the $3 billion, fully enclosed dome will feature a ceiling of translucent ethylene tetrafluoroethylene panels. The new stadium's design also pays homage to Arrowhead Stadium, the Chiefs' longtime home venue in Missouri, which opened in 1972. Similar to Arrowhead, the dome will be built with a symmetrical and curved exterior, including a scalloped upper deck in each end zone, continuing the Chiefs' unique look when compared with other NFL stadiums.

In a statement released by the Chiefs, club owner Clark Hunt said the stadium will hold 70,000 seats and will be built with the intention of amplifying crowd noise, a request that he heard from several season-ticket members in multiple surveys. In 2014, Arrowhead regained the Guinness world record for loudest stadium -- after fans for the Seattle Seahawks broke the record -- with the fans' collective voices generating 142.2 decibels.



"From the beginning, our goal has been to build something that [improves] the gameday experience for every single fan," Hunt said in the statement. "This new stadium will do just that. It's spectacular. It honors the rich legacy of this franchise while setting a bold course for the future of Chiefs Kingdom."

In late December, Kansas lawmakers voted unanimously to allow for sales tax and revenue (STAR) bonds to be issued to cover up to 70% of the cost of the stadium and the accompanying mixed-use district, including the Chiefs' new training facility. Hunt said he and his family will commit $1 billion in additional development, a portion that will be incentivized by the STAR bonds.

In the team's statement, Hunt said the new stadium will still be an ideal place for Chiefs fans to tailgate, which has been a distinct aesthetic surrounding Arrowhead. The atmosphere hours before kickoff -- with tantalizing smells of barbecue -- is similar to that of a major college football campus. The new stadium will be surrounded by more than 20,000 parking spots.

"I've been thrilled with what I've seen," Hunt said in late March of the dome's potential. "It's very, very exciting. Our fanbase is going to get an incredible stadium, something that'll be iconic and serve the community well for a minimum of 30 years -- and hopefully closer to 60."
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This was a silent portal entry as there was nothing about it until he committed

I guess I'm not surprised considering he came from the SEC to being with.


The offensive is probably going to be the main issue in 2027, having to replace Kaczmar, Eckelman, Simpson, Ellis and Frucht is a lot. Thankfully Harvey and Bemis are back so the returning cupboard isn't completely empty. Scholvin got drafted in the 15th round by the Twins, fingers crossed he doesn't sign as he would be a big piece.

That being said, basically every major pitcher from last year is back so the pitching should continue on the positive track.

I'm guessing they will still add a couple of more transfers, no new announcements though yet.

Remember (Roger Bannister?) breaking the 'impossible to break' 4 minute mile. Every channel (only 3 in those days) carried it. Most pundits said it was a record gonna last forever, as no human could go that fast. Just shows to go ya.

Oil aside, LA is best (only?) fishing waters for redfish (or so have been told). thats enough to buy a WR or so.

ORD_Buckeye said:

Definitely awake for both my cataract surgeries. I was pretty out of it but could hear the tools and follow the doc's instructions to "look up" or "look left." Also was aware that he was listening to the Grateful Dead while drilling into my eyeball.

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Which one was more irritating?

In case anyone else is wondering who Abella Danger is.

Bestbuck36 said:

Jesus wept. That woman announcer made me fast forward

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The Beth Mowins of wrestling announcers...

Nutriaitch said:

wasn't me that brought him up.

if I was Kentucky, I'd call up Brian Kelly and sign him to a 6 year $54mil deal.

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And buy him Bo Rein’s jet for recruiting.

Having lived through my own teen years, I find it amazing that any male child lives long enough to reproduce.

heisman said:

That targeted ad is peak.

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How bad is it that I never even realized there were ads?

Nah, Argentina was trying to generate offense until the red card. Spain’s defense was just too good.

Met Beau’s dad at an event. Good guy and built like a house. His dad said Coach LJ pulled him aside after the spring game and said he has a big role planned for Beau this year. Rooting for him to take the next step.

ScriptOhio said:

LSU is given no respect by Cody Campbell (Texas Tech's "billionaire board chair") in ESPN article on how Brenden Sorsby was handled:

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/49277965/college-football-texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-eligibility-ncaa-big12-nfl

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Nobody respects that jabroni

Lets face it... he looks good coming off the bus. Father was a gym rat.

This chode had everybody on his side, and he still found a way to be a chode.