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Three-time Pro Bowler Melvin Ingram signs with Steelers
Three-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher Melvin Ingram left the Los Angeles Chargers via free agency after the 2020 season and now has a new football home.
Ian Rapoport (h/t Nick Shook) of NFL Network reported Monday that Ingram has agreed to join the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year contract. Ingram confirmed the news while speaking with NFL insider Josina Anderson.
"I just did the deal not too long ago and just got to the airport," Ingram told Anderson. "It’s definitely a dope organization and environment, so I definitely feel like it's the place for me.
"I met with coach (Mike) Tomlin. You can tell he's very involved and a players' coach. That's what stood out to me. He wants to win and that is what I am on. My role is my role. He just told me to come in and be me. Everyone knows how I play."
Ingram earned Pro Bowl nods every year from 2017 through 2019 but was limited to seven games in 2020 because of a lingering knee problem. He has tallied 49 total sacks across his nine regular seasons.
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Raiders staff 'changed their mind' on Jackson Powers-Johnson
First-year head coach Pete Carroll is tinkering with the Las Vegas Raiders' offensive line early in training camp. On Tuesday, second-year offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson was moved to the second-team unit at center, with Jordan Meredith handling the first-team reps, per Tashan Reed of The Athletic. On Thursday, Powers-Johnson was moved to the first-team right guard. The Raiders initially wanted Powers-Johnson to play at center in the upcoming season, but "changed their mind" when they released veteran Andre James in March. "Powers-Johnson started games at guard last year, but the intent was for him to lock in on center after the team released Andre James this offseason," Reed wrote. "That was the case through OTAs, but the staff changed their mind once training camp got rolling. "According to coach Pete Carroll, the logic is Meredith is too small to play guard but holds up well at center. They signed Alex Cappa to start at right guard, but Powers-Johnson is a superior option there." Meredith, a six-foot-two, 300-pound athlete, is decidedly much smaller than the six-foot-three, 328-pound Powers-Johnson. Carroll believes the competition between Meredith and Powers-Johnson this summer will ultimately make the team better. "It's the heart of everything," Carroll told reporters on Thursday regarding the battle at center between Meredith and Powers-Johnson, via video from Taylor Rocha. "These guys are battling for their playing time... JPJ is working his tail off, and both those guys are battling, so it just makes us better." It's hard to see the Raiders benching Powers-Johnson if Meredith earns the starting center job. He should at least earn the starting right guard job after he made the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 2024. He is too talented not to start for Las Vegas.
Final Fantasy Meets Dragon Quest In Legendary Crossover
What’s more iconic than Cloud wielding a Buster Sword? How about Cloud rocking Erdrick’s Armor and wrecking Dragon Quest monsters all in one event? That’s right, Square Enix has decided to gift us mere mortals a crossover between Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis and Dragon Quest Tact. This limited event runs from July 30 to August 6, and if you’re not hyped yet, you might want to check your gaming pulse. But what does this actually mean for you? Well, buckle up, because this crossover is more than just a gimmick. It’s packed with so much fan service that even Sephiroth might need a break from brooding to join in on the fun. The Chaos, The Loot, The Slimeocalypse First off, Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis is about to host King Slime and his slimy gang because, apparently, even pixels deserve to meet their heroes. Players get to battle these absurdly charming enemies and earn event-exclusive gear worthy of both franchises. We’re talking Cloud stepping into Erdrick’s Armor and wielding what is unquestionably one of the most epic swords in gaming. Aerith, not to be outdone, is gracefully handed the Supreme Sage Garb because, you know, killing enemies and looking fabulous is her thing. And don’t even get me started on Sephiroth taking a cosplay detour as Psaro. Imagine one iconic villain dressing up as another. It’s meta. It’s chaotic. It’s everything we didn’t know we needed. Players, Prepare for Nostalgia Overload The crossover also throws in daily free draws, a boatload of loot, and arguably, a reason to ditch any other mobile games cluttering up your screen time. There’s something inherently rewarding about collecting crossover goodies that scream, “I was there when Square Enix decided Cloud needed an RPG glow-up with Dragon Quest-style flair.” Some highlights from the event include: Daily Free Ten Pulls (Spoiler Alert: Prepare for gacha heartbreak… and joy). Crossover Missions loaded with rewards like Red XIII’s Great Sabrecat Collar (think of it as drip for your furry companion). Event Bonuses that range from refined Mythril piles to rare crossover wallpapers that scream, “Yeah, I’m that gamer.” And, oh yeah, login bonuses stacked higher than a stack of pancakes at a chocobo-catered brunch. Why This Crossover Actually Slaps If you’re rolling your eyes at the idea of yet another crossover event, it’s time for a quick reality check. This isn’t just a lazy cash-grab with recycled assets and buzzwords. It’s a love letter to fans of both games, blending two legendary worlds into an experience that’s as ridiculous as it is satisfying. Think of it like a bizarre but beautiful RPG fever dream where Dragon Quest monsters challenge Final Fantasy heroes, and the only loser is anyone who missed out. Plus, when was the last time you saw King Slime try to flex on Aerith? Exactly. Is this Peak Mobile Gaming? Now, will this event cure all your gaming ailments? Probably not. Will it load up your plate with so much nostalgia and fan-service-packed chaos that even your backlog of unplayed games might get jealous? Absolutely. Square Enix’s crossover brilliance usually lies in its ability to unite wildly different fandoms and generate hype that turns even the most casual gamer into a midnight-grinding, loot-obsessed fan. And if that’s not peak mobile gaming, what even is? Final Thoughts Events like these are why gaming history has a vault packed with “Hype Levels Overload” moments. Whether you’re here for the loot, the cross-franchise cosplays, or just some good old-fashioned Dragon Quest monster smashing with your favorite FF cast, this event delivers on every front. Hot tip? Set your alarms. Grab your popcorn. And pray that RNG is in your favor for those 10 pulls. Trust me, you’ll want bragging rights when someone asks why Cloud suddenly looks like he walked out of a Dragon Quest cutscene. Remember, this party only lasts for a week. Don’t sleep on it, because King Slime certainly won’t. Be sure to visit Total Apex Gaming for more game-related news and content.
Cubs Target Gets Traded To Yankees In Blockbuster Deal
With things moving quickly at the trade deadline, a potential target for the Chicago Cubs has come off the board. The Cubs have done a nice job so far of improving their pitching staff, but there have been some notable relievers who have moved so far. While Chicago has already added Andrew Kittredge, he is more of a middle reliever than a potential eighth or ninth inning pitcher. Adding an impact arm like Jhoan Duran or Ryan Helsley would have been ideal yesterday, but they have also now reportedly missed out on David Bednar. According to Jeff Passan, the talented right-hander from the Pittsburgh Pirates is going to be heading to the New York Yankees. After Duran and Helsley came off the board, Bednar was the next best option, and it was the Yankees who won the bidding war. So far this year, he has totaled a 2.37 ERA and 17 saves in 42 appearances. Due to the struggles of the Pirates, there haven’t been a ton of save opportunities for Bednar, but he has no doubt been one of the best closers in baseball this campaign. This would have been the type of impact addition that many are expecting Chicago to make before the deadline. However, with the former All-Star off the board, there aren’t many closers left that can help the Cubs. With that being said, it will be interesting to see if Chicago looks to get more in the starting pitcher market to improve the team in that area, rather than the bullpen. The Latest Chicago Cubs News Cubs Refusing To Include Top Prospect In Talks Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline Long-Rumored Cubs Bullpen Trade Target Gets Shipped To Tigers Cubs Among Teams Still Attempting To Acquire Nationals Pitcher Cubs Reveal Special Ryne Sandberg Tribute Jerseys To Be Worn Saturday
Green Bay Packers Insider Reveals 1 Surprising Wide Receiver Turning Heads During Training Camp
One of the biggest questions in Green Bay Packers training camp is who will emerge to join the team’s top five wide receivers on the initial 53-man roster when the preseason comes to an end. With Christian Watson likely unavailable to start the season due to his recovery from a torn ACL, Green Bay’s top five wide receivers, in no particular order, are Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks, Matthew Gold, and Savion Williams. The first three listed, Doubs, Reed, and Wicks, are veterans (still on their rookie contracts) that led the Packers in passing targets last season. Regardless of whatever trade rumors may have circulated in the past, none of them are going anywhere. The last two, of course, were both selected by Green Bay in the 2025 NFL Draft. Golden was the first wide receiver the Packers took in the first round since 2002, and Williams was taken in the third round. Both should be considered locks for the 53-man roster. There Are Many Green Bay Packers Wide Receivers Vying for a Job So crowded is the Packers wide receiver room that Bo Melton, who played the position for the past two seasons in Green Bay, switched to cornerback in hopes to improve his chances of making the 53-man roster. But even with Melton switching positions, the Packers have a plethora of talented wide receivers competing for one (or two at the most) spots on the 53-man roster that are reserved for the position. Malik Heath, an undrafted free agent in 2023, made Green Bay’s 53-man roster in each of the past two seasons. Mecole Hardman, a three-time Super Bowl winner with the Kansas City Chiefs, was signed as a free agent earlier this year, though the only part of his contract that is guaranteed was his $150,000 signing bonus. In addition to these players, the Packers also have Julian Hicks, Cornelius Johnson, Will Sheppard, and Sam Brown Jr. competing. And one of them is starting make reporters raise an eyebrow. Green Bay Packers Wide Receiver Sam Brown Jr. Is Turning Heads in Training Camp Brown Jr. was an undrafted free agent that the Packers signed earlier this year. His signing was notable because he and Golden were teammates at Houston. While his signing may have been an afterthought by many fans given the name recognition of the team’s top pass catchers, Packers insider Wes Hodkiewicz recently wrote that the young rookie is making his presence known in training camp: “Sam Brown Jr., Golden’s former Houston teammate, keeps finding ways to get noticed for the right reasons, too. It seems like every practice he’s making at least one catch that makes you go, ‘Oh.'” Last season, Brown played at Miami and had 36 receptions for 509 yards and two touchdowns. The year prior, 2023, when he and Golden were teammates, Brown led Houston with 62 receptions for 815 yards. He also scored three touchdowns. It is still a longshot for Brown to make the roster, but if he continues to wow coaches, he could end up on the Packers practice squad this season.
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