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Shaquil Barrett to retire, had signed with Dolphins
Two-time Pro Bowl linebacker Shaquil Barrett retired Saturday, four months after the 31-year-old signed with the Miami Dolphins as a free agent. "It's been a great ride and I appreciate everything that came with it over the years," Barrett wrote in an Instagram post. "I'm ready to shift my full focus to my wife and kids and helping them realize (their) dreams." Barrett also wrote that he had considered retirement "for a while" and added that the decision "has never been more clear than it is now." On April 30, 2023, Barrett's 2-year-old daughter drowned in the family pool at...
Syndication: The Post-Crescent
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) scores a touchdown on punt against Green Bay Packers punter Daniel Whelan (19) in the second quarter during their football game Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin.
LSU lands 5-star WR Derek Meadows
Derek Meadows, a five-star wide receiver from the Class of 2025, committed to LSU on Saturday. Meadows marks the Tigers' second five-star pledge in four days after cornerback DJ Pickett committed to head coach Brian Kelly's program on Wednesday. The 6-foot-5, 200 Meadows chose LSU over Notre Dame - considered the favorite for months - and Georgia, Alabama and Michigan. Meadows visited all five schools, but he said his experience with the Tigers stood out from the rest. "The coaches all treat everyone like family. I know I want to be in that environment," Meadows told 247Sports. "Playing in the...
Jaguars place DL Arik Armstead on PUP list
The Jacksonville Jaguars placed defensive lineman Arik Armstead on the active/physically unable to perform list Saturday. Armstead, 30, is recovering from offseason surgery to repair a torn meniscus. He missed five games last season with foot and knee injuries before returning to help the San Francisco 49ers advance to Super Bowl LVIII. Armstead signed a three-year, $43.5 million contract with Jacksonville on March 14, a day after being released by the 49ers. He recorded five sacks in 12 starts during the 2023 regular season. He has 33.5 sacks, 88 quarterback hits and 302 tackles in 116 career games (97 starts) since being selected by San Francisco with the 17th overall pick of the 2015 NFL Draft. --Field Level Media
Syndication: Florida Times-Union
Jaguars director of football communications Dylan Morton talks with Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Arik Armstead (91) at the end of the organized team activity session Monday, June 3, 2024 at EverBank Stadium's Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla.
TDS representatives discuss importance of organ donation
Representatives of Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) spoke at a recent Kiwanis Club of Newport meeting detailing the importance of organ donation and how the process works. Hospital Development Coordinator Mike Wells, and Billy Jarvis with external affairs, detailed how they became involved with TDS and what organ donation means to them. Wells explained his area includes 16 hospitals throughout East Tennessee. His job is to educate bedside nurses as to...
Heart of the Community: Local pediatricians helping shelter 'critters' feel loved
NEWPORT — From taking care of pediatric patients during the day to showing love to shelter animals during their free time, two local doctors are making a difference in our community. Dr. Samuel Puckett and Dr. Jennifer Sauceman both go a step above and beyond to make sure people — and animals — feel loved and get the attention they deserve. Dr. Puckett has practiced medicine since 1982 and sees patients all day at Newport Pediatrics. In his free time, you may see him caring...
Final week for early voting
The early voting period for the August 1 state primary and Cocke County general election wraps up on Saturday, July 27. Early voting began on July 12 for Cocke County at the early voting poll location in Western Plaza in Newport. Cocke Administrator of Elections Josh Blanchard reports that through Friday, July 19, there have been 696 voters that have cast early voting or absentee ballots. Early voting hours for...
AAA: TN gas prices fall 5 cents
Gas prices across the state reversed course last week and fell five cents, on average according to AAA. Its Tennessee gas price average now stands at $3.11 which is seven cents more expensive than one month ago and two cents more than one year ago. The average price for a gallon of unleaded regular gasoline in Cocke County showed a slight decrease according to AAA, dropping from $3.11 per gallon last week to a current average of $3.09 per gallon. ...
State unemployment holds steady at historic low
NASHVILLE — Tennessee continues to experience record-low unemployment, according to data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The rate for June came in at 3%, which was unchanged from the all-time low unemployment rate the state recorded in May. In a year-to-year comparison, Tennessee’s June 2024 seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 of a percentage point. Employers added new jobs to Tennessee’s workforce between May...
RB Kenyan Drake retires after eight NFL seasons
Running back Kenyan Drake announced his retirement after eight NFL seasons Friday on Instagram. Drake, 30, gained 5,521 yards from scrimmage and scored 41 touchdowns in 104 games with five teams. "It's been an incredible ride," Drake posted. "... Ready to enjoy a little retirement and see where the next chapter takes me. Thanks to everyone that was along for the ride with me -- wouldn't change a thing." Drake was limited to two games with the Baltimore Ravens and one with the Green Bay Packers last season. The Miami Dolphins drafted him in the third round (73rd overall) out...
Syndication: Palm Beach Post
Miami Dolphins running back Kenyan Drake (32), runs for a first down against the Buffalo Bills during second half action of their NFL game Sunday Dec. 3, 2018, in Miami Gardens. [BILL INGRAM/palmbeachpost.com] 1017376088 Dolphins Drake Aqua
Report: Ravens sign S Eddie Jackson to one-year contract
Two-time Pro-Bowl safety Eddie Jackson agreed to a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens, ESPN reported on Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed for Jackson, who played at Alabama with Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey and running back Derrick Henry. Jackson will provide depth to a safety room that features Marcus Williams and Kyle Hamilton, among others. Jackson, 30, was released by the Chicago Bears in February after seven seasons with the team, although his last two campaigns have been hampered by foot injuries. Jackson recorded 37 tackles and one interception in 12 games (all starts) last season. He racked up 459 tackles, 15 interceptions, 10 forced fumbles and six fumble recoveries in 100 career games (all starts) since being selected by the Bears in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Named first-team All-Pro in 2018 and to the Pro Bowl in 2018 and 2019, Jackson's six defensive touchdowns tied him with Lance Briggs for third in Bears history, behind only Charles Tillman (nine) and Mike Brown (seven). --Field Level Media
NFL: Chicago Bears at Cleveland Browns
Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson (4) catches the ball during warm ups before the game against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Cardinals training camp capsule
ARIZONA CARDINALS (4-13) OPEN CAMP: July 23, Glendale, Ariz. LAST YEAR: When Kyler Murray walked back into the huddle following recovery from a torn ACL, the Arizona Cardinals went from nail to hammer -- at least in mindset. The presence of the franchise quarterback, who missed the first nine games of the season, completed the vision of head coach Jonathan Gannon and peers fed off of Murray's playmaking ability, confidence and energy. First-round pick Paris Johnson, the first offensive tackle drafted in 2023, had a rough start and didn't grade above the middle of the pack in any area last...
Alabama honors retired coach with Nick Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium
Alabama approved naming its football field at Bryant-Denny Stadium in September, when Nick Saban Field will be formally recognized in Tuscaloosa. The university confirmed Friday via a unanimous approval vote that Saban, the head coach who led the Crimson Tide to six national championships, will be added to the signage. "We are humbled that The University of Alabama has honored us with the naming of Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium," said Saban. "The remarkable success that the football program has achieved over the past 17 years is a reflection of the hard work of many student-athletes, coaches and staff. Being...
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