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Former Vol James Pearce Making Noise at Training Camp with Atlanta Falcons
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Former Vol James Pearce Making Noise at Training Camp with Atlanta Falcons

Former Tennessee Volunteer James Pearce has been making some noise at training camp with the Atlanta Falcons. The Atlanta Falcons made it known during the first round of this year's draft that they wanted to improve the team's pass rush. They showcased that by trading back into the first round to draft former Tennessee EDGE James Pearce after drafting Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker earlier in the round. Training camp started up for the organization last week and Pearce is already making some noise with his new team. Part of the reason Pearce has been talked about so much is because he was part of two different skirmishes during practice. However, defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich said the two altercations have provided some good learning experiences for the rookie. "We're trying to develop a culture, a style of play for sure, and part of that is the violence with which we play and aggression, the urgency and all that," defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich said. "Today, at times, it went a little too far and we've got to learn how to manage that. Ulbrich also wanted it to be known there is no lost love between Pearce and his teammates. "He's prideful as it gets," Ulbrich said. "He loves this game. He's got deep love for his teammates ... and he wants to come out here and create a strong impression on everybody -- and himself included -- that he can do this. And you do this at a high level, and I think when you're in that place of just every ounce of your body's trying to prove who you are, sometimes it gets to that place where it can get a little wacky sometimes." Pearce's fire might be what the Falcons need in order to improve their efforts on the defensive side of the ball. It's just a matter of him finding the fine line in between pushing hard every single play and taking things a little too far. Regardless, Pearce's career with the Falcons is off to a hot start. Follow Our X and Facebook Page • Follow us on X HERE • Follow us on Facebook HERE Follow Our Staff: Follow Caleb Sisk On Twitter: @CalebSisk_ Follow Najeh Wilkins On Twitter: @NajehWilk Follow Jonathan Williams On Twitter: @DR_JWill Follow Christian Kirby On Twitter: @Kirby_24K Follow Brooks Austin On Twitter: @BrooksAustinBA Follow Josh Greer On Twitter: @JSGreer731 Follow Our Website Make sure to follow our website Tennessee on SI. OTHER TENNESSEE NEWS Tennessee’s 2024 MLB Draft Success Sets the Stage for Another Big Year in 2025 Who Will Lead the Vols? Tennessee’s Three-Man QB Battle Begins Former Tennessee Vol Joshua Palmer Expected to Elevate Buffalo Bills Offense Revisit The Moment J.B. Shabazz Became A Tennessee Vol 2025 MLB Draft Preview: Tennessee Vols Set for Another Big Year 2027 Recruiting Target Includes Tennessee Football In His Top Schools JB Shabazz Commits To Tennessee Five Star Gabby Minus Announces Final Five Schools With The Lady Vols Making The Cut The Full List of Tennessee Football Number Changes Tennessee’s Tony Vitello to Serve as Guest Analyst for 2025 MLB Draft Jowell Combay Announces Tennessee Vols Commitment WATCH: Revisit the Moment Brayden Rouse Committed to Tennessee

Dallas Cowboys training camp star gets unfortunate injury update
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Dallas Cowboys training camp star gets unfortunate injury update

One of the breakout stars of the offseason workout program for the Dallas Cowboys was tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford, who joined the team as an undrafted free agent following the 2024 NFL draft. Spann-Ford has been making plays and impressing the coaching staff throughout OTAs, minicamp, and the first week of training camp. Unfortunately, he will be sidelined for the foreseeable future. On Monday, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer revealed the promising tight end is likely "out a few weeks" with an ankle injury. Spann-Ford had been locked in one of the most heated training camp battles with former second-round pick Luke Schoonmaker for the backup tight end job behind Jake Ferguson, who inked a contract extension with Dallas over the weekend. Ferguson agreed to a four-year extension worth $52 million in new money, with $30 million guaranteed, so there is no question about who the team's starter will be. Depending on when Spann-Ford is able to return to the field, however, could determine who locks up the TE2 gig for the start of the regular season. The Cowboys kick off the 2025 preseason on Saturday, August 9, before facing the division rival Philadelphia Eagles in the regular season opener on Thursday, September 4.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield breaks news about contract situation
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Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield breaks news about contract situation

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht recently suggested the club and Baker Mayfield will sign a contract extension "when the time is right" because Tampa Bay wants Mayfield "to be our quarterback for a long time." During a Monday appearance on CBS Sports HQ, Mayfield broke some news regarding the three-year, $100M deal he signed to stay with the Buccaneers back in March 2024. "You know, right now, I’m under contract through 2026," Mayfield told CBS Sports' Pete Prisco, as shared by the JoeBucsFan website. "So it was really just about getting guaranteed money for 2026, and they did that. And that’s all I can ask for. I signed the contract and knew what it was." JoeBucsFan noted that Mayfield's $40M salary for 2026 was not previously guaranteed. That's no longer an issue for the 30-year-old after he guided the Buccaneers to back-to-back division titles. While Mayfield is working with his third offensive coordinator (Josh Grizzard) in three seasons with Tampa Bay, he's also coming off the best campaign of his pro career. According to Pro Football Reference, Mayfield ended the 2024 regular season ranked fourth in the NFL among qualified players with a 106.8 passer rating, third with 4,500 passing yards and tied for second with 41 touchdowns through the air. In Tampa Bay, Mayfield found a franchise that has let him be his true self after he spent time with the Cleveland Browns, Carolina Panthers and Los Angeles Rams from January 2022 through January 2023. He's now the emotional leader of a Buccaneers offense that needed more than just solid play at the sport's most important position after living legend Tom Brady retired in February 2023. "Right now it’s winning," Mayfield said on Monday about his mindset for the upcoming season. "I know good things will happen after that. But I trust this place. I love being here. Obviously, [I’m] used to bouncing around. I’ve done that before, but I don’t want to leave." As of Monday afternoon, DraftKings Sportsbook had the Buccaneers tied for seventh among the betting favorites at +1300 odds to win the NFC Championship Game held in January 2025. Even if Mayfield fails to lead Tampa Bay to Super Bowl LX, it sounds like he will remain with the Buccaneers through at least the start of the 2026 season.

Atlanta Braves Acquire Starting Pitcher Carlos Carrasco From New York Yankees
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Atlanta Braves Acquire Starting Pitcher Carlos Carrasco From New York Yankees

The Atlanta Braves acquired veteran Starting Pitcher Carlos Carrasco from the New York Yankees on Monday. New York received cash in the transaction. The veteran starting pitcher, 38, was not at the top of his game in The Bronx. He was 2-2 with a 5.91 ERA. Carrasco pitched better in AAA with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. Will he regain his form as a member of the Atlanta Braves? How Will Carrasco Fit With the Atlanta Braves? This season has not gone according to plan for the Atlanta Braves. They are in fourth place in the National League East. Atlanta entered the year with playoff aspirations and has fallen short. Carrasco will help shore up an injury-riddled pitching staff. Starting Pitchers Grant Holmes, Chris Sale, and Spencer Schwellenbach are all currently on the IL. The injuries on the mound have hurt the team’s statistics. They are 20th in team ERA, 12th in opposing batting average, and 16th in WHIP. If the Braves do not get their pitchers back, a terrible season will only get worse. Final Thoughts It is unclear what role Carrasco will have with the Atlanta Braves. Whenever he gets called up, he will look to pitch well. If he does not, his MLB career could be nearing its expiration date.

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