Pok’s Football Weeks in Review: A Two Week Recap of Camp

College football fall camp is off and rolling!

The calendar has turned to August, and all eyes have shifted toward the beginning of the college football season. Before we all know it, Week 0 and Week 1 of the season will be upon us, beginning another great journey for the various teams throughout the country.

With two weeks of practice now in the books, there is plenty to cover from the Florida Atlantic Owls and FIU Panthers. From players standing out, to new progress from overall units, both teams are closer to being ready to roll for the start of the season.

This week’s edition of the column will contain the latest developments from FIU and FAU training camps, while also providing a bevy of quotes from my personal interviews and press conferences from the past two weeks. It will also cover the next entry of “Brandyn’s 2025 Football Preview,” diving into some potential standouts in the trenches for the USF Bulls, FIU, and FAU.

Additionally, we have some smaller recruitment news and plenty of other notes on other headlines from the football world. It is a jam-packed edition that is worthy of the wait, at least in my opinion. Your mileage may vary, of course.

But enough of the chit chat. It is time to dive into a special edition of the column, Pok’s Football Weeks in Review!

FIU and FAU Camp Observations

FIU Panthers

When it comes to the FIU Panthers and their training camp, there was already a solid foundation to build upon from spring ball.

The defensive scheme looked very crisp and productive, ranging from regular practices to the Spring Game. Players such as Keegan Davis were generating great pressure on the defensive line, linebackers like Percy Courtney Jr. showed a wide range of abilities, and the overall secondary had multiple players break out over the different sessions.

On offense, the new scheme showed a world of potential. Running backs Kejon Owens and Devonte Lyons showcased impressive ability as players within it. Owens showed great vision, power, and speed, ripping off big play after big play. Lyons displayed soft hands, explosiveness as a ball carrier, and impressive downhill rushing.

Quarterback Keyone Jenkins improved practice after practice, showing comfort and confidence consistently. Various wideouts popped as well. Whether it was Alex Perry, Eric Nelson Jr., or many others in between, the room showed some high potential.

Through two weeks of training camp practice, including this Saturday’s scrimmage, one thing is certain: FIU’s foundation under Willie Simmons is being built upon in a very good way.

Defense

Starting with the defense, the secondary has provided big plays and good coverage on a consistent basis. In 7-on-7 work or team drills, the overall group is competing at an extremely high level. Even with the offense punching back consistently, this unit has been impressive.

Among this unit, multiple individual players have come out of the gates hot.

Freshman defensive back Jessiah McGrew has arguably been my favorite so far at the position, and for good reason. The Tallahassee, Florida, native has been around the ball on a consistent basis and making plays on it. With tight coverage, good speed, and impressive ball skills, there is an argument to be made that McGrew has been the best DB for the Panthers so far.

Victor Evans III and Jai-A Celestine have continued their great production from the spring in the beginning portion of training camp. Between his quick trigger in the run game and sticky coverage all over the field, Evans looks like one of the best overall players on the field for FIU. Celestine, an Arizona transfer who arrived back in the spring, has been a phenomenal tackler and has also provided lockdown coverage.

Additionally, I have enjoyed the play of senior Ashton Levells and junior Ormond Wallace. Levells has provided some impressive reps in man coverage, displaying his veteran presence in how he attacks wideouts at the line of scrimmage. More impressively, though, is how he has responded over the course of a long practice.

On Saturday, Levells was beaten on a few plays down the field. Even with solid coverage, the veteran defensive back gave up some touchdowns on even better throws. In these situations, it is easy for players to lose sight of their technique and dwell on their mistakes. However, Levells did the opposite.

The cornerback bounced back with great coverage over the second half of practice, falling back in line with his play from the rest of his practices. Even with it not being his best day of work, the mentality Levells showed was impressive and will be very useful for the Panthers this season.

Meanwhile, Wallace had one of the more impressive defensive plays of camp. The defensive back read the eyes of the quarterback, sank over the top of the route, and made a leaping interception.

And during the scrimmage, he had a big-time hit stick to stop an offensive play in its tracks, showing some key versatility as a player. Just like Levells, Wallace adds to a group of defensive backs that look to be fun in 2025.

Along the defensive line and linebacker positions, a few different players have popped out along the units.

Linebacker Johnny Chaney Jr., a Colorado transfer, has done a little bit of everything for the Panthers’ defense. On top of his leadership ability, Chaney displayed impressive coverage and good run defense during Saturday’s scrimmage. He is one of the defensive players fans should be excited to watch once the regular season gets rolling in a few weeks.

Keegan Davis, Germaine Carter, Olasunkonmi Agunloye, Xion Chapman, and Quaylen Hill have stood out on the defensive line between practices and the scrimmage. All four players have flashed pass-rushing ability and run defense chops. Depending on how other players progress, this could be another interesting unit for the Panthers.

Offense

On offense, one main observation comes to mind: everything looks crisper and smoother.

Starting with the FIU rushing attack, the Panthers are going to be able to hit opposing defenses from a variety of different angles and formations. Over the course of practice, the play calling has been able to create big lanes for all of the different backs, allowing them to showcase the upper range of their abilities.

Kejon Owens, picking up right where he left off in the spring, has brought the power on every single touch he has received. Combined with great vision and burst, the veteran is creating great plays for the running game and is poised to lead what could easily be a three-headed monster for the Panthers.

Why does this room have the potential to be a three-headed monster, though? It is because Devonte Lyons and Anthony Carrie look like they have the potential to be instant impact players for the Panthers.

Lyons, who was a major standout over the spring, has continued to be a great asset for the Panthers out of the backfield. He has shown upper-level speed, shiftiness, and vision every time he gets the ball. Once in the open field, Lyons has also shown the strength to create yards after contact and throw defenders off of him. Additionally, Lyons has displayed dynamic ability as a receiver, churning out yards with great burst consistently.

Carrie, a Georgia Tech transfer, has an effective running style within the scheme. Along with being decisive, the running back explodes downhill and can make cuts on a dime to open lanes. Between practices and the scrimmage, Carrie has found a way to consistently pick up chunk yardage and solidify himself as a key piece of the Panthers’ offense. If he starts getting work as a receiver, he could have a chance to be the best running back for FIU this season.

Arguably more impressively, though, has been the progress of the passing attack for the overall offense.

Quarterback Keyone Jenkins, who has been on the receiving end of plenty of preseason accolades, looks to have taken big-time strides as a player within the team’s new offensive scheme. He looks comfortable on his dropbacks and reading defenses, while also still showcasing his upper-level escapability. Jenkins has been decisive, throwing the ball with anticipation and on time. This showed up in spades on Saturday.

With some great offensive line protection, Jenkins was able to throw for multiple touchdowns, including a strike down the field to Eric Nelson. Heading into the third week of camp, I am very excited to see how the quarterback continues to progress.

Jenkins is not the only quarterback impressing, though. Joe Pesansky, a Holy Cross transfer, has been effective in every way for the Panthers. With solid decisiveness, he has kept the offense on schedule whenever he has taken live reps.

On Saturday, the senior showed off great touch and accuracy, resulting in multiple touchdowns for the offense. With his play up to this point, the floor of the Panthers’ QB room has been raised even higher.

Additionally, Clayton Dees and Christian Langford have flashed in a good way for the Panthers. With upper-level athleticism and good arm talent, they are two names to keep an eye on going forward at the position for FIU.

When it comes to pass catchers, where do we begin?

Alex Perry has taken another step forward, showing a great rapport with Keyone Jenkins. Between making plays over the middle of the field and mossing defenders like he did on Saturday, the Hawaii transfer is setting himself up for a breakout year with the Panthers.

Eric Nelson and Kyle McNeal have continued to get open with ease, displaying nice route running and contested catch ability.

Jojo Stone, a Louisville transfer, looks dynamic in space and had one of the best deep routes of the entire football scrimmage on Saturday for a touchdown.

This is not to mention freshman wideout Kenny Williams, who had the best day out of any wideout on Saturday. His second touchdown was a one-handed grab through contact and arguably one of the best catches I have seen in person. On top of his contested catch ability, I was impressed by Williams’ ability to separate.

Additionally, wideout Tyson Carter, tight end Dallas Payne, tight end Jackson Verdugo, and tight end Sean Burke have all popped during fall camp. And while he has been solid as a runner, my favorite part about freshman running back Sterling Joseph has been his quick impact in the passing game.

Obviously, all of the progress FIU has made needs to be sustained. Great practice plays do not mean anything if they are not consistently appearing and do not transfer to the football field.

However, FIU is in a very good spot after two weeks. Fans should be excited to see how the Panthers continue to improve. Yet as of now, there are plenty of things to be intrigued by for FIU heading toward the regular season.

Florida Atlantic Owls

In a very similar fashion to FIU, FAU has plenty of potential at many different spots. And over the first two weeks of camp, some players have been discussed by the program about having great starts. From a collection of quotes and some viewing periods of individual drills, here are some early camp observations from Boca Raton.

Offense

He may have flown under the radar in the spring, but I personally expect Kaden Shields-Dutton to play a decent-sized role for the offense this season. Already seen as the team’s “power back,” KSD has had his overall play lauded by running backs coach Chris Perkins and head coach Zach Kittley. With more solid performances over the course of camp, Kittley could lean heavily on Shields-Dutton, using him int he mold of a Tahj Brooks-type player.

At wideout, the obvious standout is Easton Messer. His connection with Caden Veltkamp resulted in a touchdown drive last week during an evening practice. And, he has shown all of the upper-level traits that made him a key add for the Owls this winter. However, he is not the only one to watch.

Colorado transfer Asaad Waseem has earned some good praise as an overall player, while Quincy Brown has been lauded as a potential red zone weapon. Jade Card, Mykel Calixte, and Branden Hoch have all been lauded by wide receivers coach DJ McCarthy as being “awesome.” Card was one of the best players during the “gauntlet” drill, while Calixte has been all over the team’s social media pages with touchdown catches. This is a room with a plethora of talent, and it will be fascinating to see how it shakes out.

Defense

Freshman Zion Paret, if you take the coaches’ word for it, is going to play a lot this year. Players and coaches love his mentality and how he goes about his business. Paret could be a breakout star for this defense in 2025, like CJ Heard was in 2024.

Tyler Stolksy is a key leader for this FAU defense and overall roster. He is a key and needed presence for the unit, and I would anticipate he plays a huge role in getting the defense to play at its highest level.

The word of the week, and in future weeks, is competition. Not much is set in stone for the Owls, meaning that a lot of positions are up for grabs. It’ll be intriguing to see who emerges and takes starting roles heading into Week 1 against Maryland.

Brandyn’s 2025 Football Preview: The Trenches (OL + DL)

It is time to preview the most important positions in all of football: the trenches!

For USF, FIU, and FAU, that is truly the case when it comes to looking at their 2025 season aspirations. Despite having plenty of talent at the skill positions, like many other college football programs, their trenches are a slight question mark. All three teams have talent, but it remains to be seen who will be the main starters when Week 1 rolls around.

With that in mind, I am taking a different approach with these position groups. I will be highlighting players that I think can take a leap or will provide a great floor for their respective teams. If these players pan out, I think they will be extremely involved in helping their teams win games.

Who are these players, though? It is time to find out! Without further ado, let’s dive into it!

Offensive Tackle

FIU, USF, and FAU all have intriguing players at the offensive tackle positions, but three specific players stand out for a few different reasons.

Daniel Michel, FIU

For FIU, I am going with the towering Daniel Michel. Michel, who is heading into his redshirt sophomore season, appeared in five games for the Panthers last season. He let up four pressures and a sack in 44 pass blocking reps, with his best game coming against Liberty last season.

I am a fan of how the offensive tackle looks on his feet, as he moves very smoothly and can mirror pass rushers well. With better strength and more comfort in his second year of on-field reps, the OT could easily take a leap.

Connor McLaughlin, USF

McLaughlin, a Stanford graduate and transfer, showed consistent improvement as a pass-blocker in his career while providing a solid floor as a run-blocker.

Daughtry Richardson, FAU

Richardson, who made an appearance on the 2025 version of Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List, provides a sky-high ceiling as a blocker.

Both players have showcased their leadership, and have the potential to be some of the best players on their respective units.

Offensive Guard

Qae’Shon Sapp, FAU

Sapp, who has had stops at SMU and Florida State, has the upside to be the best player on this entire list. He can be an impactful blocker in Zach Kittley’s offensive scheme. However, he will first need to earn a starting role. If he does that, though, Sapp can put some great tape on film in 2025.

Antonio Tripp Jr., FIU

Tripp Jr. is very similar to Sapp in multiple ways. One of the best interior offensive linemen in his recruiting class, Tripp Jr. did not see much action at Miami in 2023 or 2024. Heading into 2025 with FIU, he has the potential to be an impact player and create lanes for what may be a dynamic offense. Like Sapp, the former Hurricane could put some great tape on film if he earns a starting spot.

Center Braden

Cole Best, USF

Best was extremely effective at the center position in 2024, standing out with an above-average 79.1 PFF pass-blocking grade. Now fully recovered from his injury, expect Best to help Byrum Brown elevate the Bulls’ offense in 2025. He is one of the main players to watch along the o-line this season.

Cunningham, FAU

Cunningham, a former three-star prospect, is new to the center position in 2025. With solid strength and upside in all aspects of the game, the Florida native is a player who could take serious strides this season. And if Cunningham picks up the nuances of the position quickly, he could help elevate the Owls’ offense along the interior of the offensive line.

Defensive Tackle

Bryce Langston, FAU

Bryce Langston could be one of the better interior defensive linemen in the American Conference.

Langston, an LSU transfer, played sparingly for the Owls in what was a tumultuous 2024 season for the overall defensive unit. In his second season with FAU, the defensive lineman could break out in a big way.

Langston has all of the tools to be a big impact player, as evidenced by his No. 36 ranking on Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List. He has also already been tabbed as a leader for the defense, as evidenced by him representing the Owls in Charlotte for the American Conference Kickoff.

Dre Butler, USF

Dre Butler could have a solid impact on the interior of the Bulls’ defense. Playing for his sixth team of his career, the massive defensive linemen had one of his more productive seasons in 2024.

Registering 11 pressures, two sacks, 14 tackles, and 11 defensive stops, Butler has the versatility to make an impact in multiple ways. On a team that needs to replicate departing production from last season, Butler should be able to provide a high floor as a player, at a minimum.

Defensive End

Josh Celiscar, USF

Celiscar, a former member of both the UCF and Texas A&M football programs, has the potential to be one of the better overall defensive linemen in the American Conference.

Before his 2024 season, Celeiscar racked up 69 pressures, seven sacks, 112 tackles, and 95 defensive stops. Back at a level he dominated with the Knights, expect the defensive lineman to be a key force for the Bulls this year.

Additionally, Celiscar was announced as the first player to wear No. 63 to honor the Lee Roy Selmon Legacy. As USF’s social media posted, Celiscar represents “a man of humility, gentleness, and serving others, who bleeds Green and Gold … ferocious and tenacious on the field.”

Keegan Davis, FIU

Davis, heading into his redshirt senior season, has been one of my favorite defensive linemen for the Panthers in both the spring and fall camp. He explodes off the ball consistently, generating pressures that either force sacks or blow up plays before they start. I have also enjoyed the power Davis has shown so far, which has resulted in improved run defense and a wider variety of pass rush ability. If things stay consistent for Davis, he could see solid improvement in all areas in 2025.

Deshaun Batiste, FAU

A Tulane transfer, Batiste could immediately snatch playing time from other players on the Owls’ defensive line. The defensive end racked up 11 pressures and a sack on 122 opportunities in 2024, while also registering six defensive stops and a forced fumble as a run defender.

Batiste has the ideal size to play on the end and the upside to improve drastically with more consistent playing time. He is an unknown player right now, but I do not think that will be the case after the 2025 season.

EDGE:

Josh Roberts, FAU

Roberts is the first true freshman on this list, but with good reason.

First off, the edge rusher had extremely good production in high school, including 11 sacks in his senior season. More importantly, though, is how Roberts fits into the current iteration of the Owls.

The Melbourne, Florida, native is listed as one of the biggest defensive ends/edge rushers on the roster. He also arrives at a time when playing time is wide open for the defensive line

With a great fall camp, Roberts could easily get on the field as early as Week 1 against the Maryland Terrapins. Out of the players listed so far, Roberts is one of, if not the most intriguing for 2025.

Ira Singleton, USF

USF’s Ira Singleton is not only a player to watch as an “edge rusher” this season, but as an overall breakout player for 2025. As a freshman in 2024, Singleton, who plays the B-Backer role (edge rusher), had 14 pressures and four sacks on 72 pass rushing reps, while also providing five defensive stops and a forced fumble. He even had a great spring game, registering a sack with great bend and burst.

With above-average size and even more potential to thrive in a full-time role, Singleton should be a key member of a USF defense that could be a very solid unit this season.

Kenton Simmons, FIU

Among many players who could be very impactful on the FIU defensive line, Kenton Simmons is one who stands out in a big way. Racking up six sacks for Butler Community College in 2024, the Mississippi native has impressive size and length at the position. In his short time with the Panthers, Simmons has shown pass-rushing prowess, an ability to knock down passes, and even solid run defense.

This play has continued from the spring into training camp, helping Simmons establish himself as a player ready to make an instant impact. It may take him a game or two to get fully situated, but Simmons is in for a very good 2025 season.

Recruiting Roundup

In a small week of football recruitment news, I want to touch on some key points from FIU, USF, and FAU.

FIU Recruiting

In the midst of sending out their official offers, FIU formally offered upper-level 2026 cornerback Dominic Turbull. The son of Nick Turbull, a FIU alumnus who played for the team from 2002-2005, has 25 offers from programs that include Nebraska, Florida, and Miami.

Trunbull would be one of the best players to commit to the program in a long time, and would be a huge recruiting win for the growth of the program. Even in the event that Turbull goes elsewhere, though, FIU could be a portal destination for him in the future due to his family ties to the program.

FAU Recruiting

One of FAU’s more intriguing commitments could be on his way to shifting schools. Over the past few weeks, defensive lineman Frederick Sainteus has picked up multiple strong P4 offers, including ones from Miami, Florida, and Houston.

I spoke about the upside Sainteus showed in an earlier edition of the column, and it seems that other programs are taking notice ahead of his senior season. While it may be difficult to keep him on board, the Owls would have a potential instant impact player in Sainteus if he makes it to Boca Raton.

USF Recruiting

Among their many official offers that were sent out, the Bulls picked up an offensive lineman in the transfer portal. Jack Storey, an Eastern Michigan transfer, has impressive size for his interior offensive line position. With three years of eligibility remaining, this move falls into the developmental category for the Bulls. Over the next few seasons, I am interested to see how Storey progresses in what should be a nice program for his on-field development.

Football Quotes from the Weeks

FIU Football

WR Alex Perry on how he built upon his spring over the summer: “I am building upon it by just working with Lyghtz (Keyone Jenkins) at least once a week. Just trying to get the timing of the routes down, making sure our connection is good for the season. I am just working on the fundamentals of my routes; snapping down, getting flat on my routes, and making sure that I am very tuned up for the season.”

QB Keyone Jenkins on what he has improved on the most in the offensive scheme: “The basics. When it comes to the basics and everything, I know them inside and out right now. Now, it is just about correcting the little details. Little things like alignment assignments, speed of the ball, and tempo. it is just about critiquing the little things. But other than that, I have a really good grasp of the offense right now. I feel really comfortable in camp, and we will see how it goes.”

DB Brian Blades II on what he can do now in the defensive scheme compared to the spring: “I feel like I can play more man coverage in this defense. I can still play well in zone, get my eyes to the ball, and get some more interceptions.”

Running back Devonte Lyons on how he has improved on his successful spring in fall camp: “I took that, and I thought to myself that I could do a lot better. That is what is happening. I sat myself down, thought about what I needed to work on, and now it is translating to the field.”

Offensive lineman Daniel Michel on how he has taken steps to be one of the main leaders on the offense: “I have been trying to help the young guys a lot. I talk to them a lot and help the freshmen feel acclimated. Going to the meeting room while Coach Pata was away, helping guys like Julius Pierce and Jahiem Buchanon lead the room. Everybody needs someone to look up to, so it takes responsibility upon yourself to be that guy.”

Linebacker Johnny Chaney Jr on how his previous experience with Willie Simmons has helped him be a key leader for the defense: “Just them trusting me, man. Just showing that I can lead by example and verbally. And finally, just being the old head in the room, that means a lot to me.”

Running back Kejone Owens on how the scheme allows him to show off the full range of his abilities: “I feel like it is a lot of different types of schemes and putting me in space to be able to make plays. The scheme allows me to be myself. Coach really knows what he is doing; whether it is spreading out the defense, playing 12 personnel, running stretch, and kind of throwing defenses off. It is a lot of different schemes and schematics that allow us to get our best players out in space.”

Tight end Dallas Payne on his progression up to this point: “Starting from spring practice, it was a lot of basic stuff. It was basic install, basic routes, and a lot of just learning the offense. Coming into fall camp, we kind of knew everything. Everything was familiar. We did OTAs in the summer, so a lot of stuff was familiar. We added little twists, motions, and different stuff to spice up the plays. I think now, two weeks into fall camp, the offense is running very fluid. We have a lot of different schemes and ways to attack defenses. I think the majority of the offense, if not all of us, have grasped it.”

DB Victor Evans III on how he is approaching the game mentally as he tries to build upon his spring: “I am just listening to what my coaches tell me and listening to my teammates. They push me to get better every day, and I’m just taking the coaching and listening to everybody… I just feel like I am having fun with it now.”

FAU Football

DB Wendol Philord on setting the tone for the rest of his position group as a leader: “Every time I break it down after a meeting or on the field, I say ‘brothers on two, brothers on two.’ That is what we are. We are a family. If we play like that, we will not leave our family behind. If we are wrong together, we are obviously right. So as long as we stick together, we will be okay.”

RB Kaden Shields-Dutton on how he has progressed within the offensive scheme: “I would say learning the different run schemes. I feel like these run schemes are just a little bit more open, and I would go as far to say that my favorite is one-back power. That is something that I have not done since high school. I would also say catching and routes of the backfield; this offense gives us more creativity when it comes to using the running backs. It can put us in space against a MIKE linebacker with wheel routes, seam routes, and other routes like that.”

WR Easton Messer on how he has built upon his strong spring and what he wants to improve on the most ahead of the season: “This offseason was a little different for me. Usually, on the day we finish, I am in the gym and getting after it. I have the best trainer in the world back in Louisville, Kentucky. But I am 21 now, getting a little bit older, and I had to give the body a little bit more rest now than usual. But I still got the work in.

What I am trying to build on the most is finishing plays. I have been pretty frustrated with myself over the first three days; there were very routine plays that Caden [Veltkamp] and I have made in the past that I was not on the same page as him, and he was on the right one. So, that is the main thing for me that I want to get right before Maryland, and I will.”

DL Bryce Langston on being named to the Bruce Feldman Freaks List: “It meant a lot to me! I could not believe that I actually made it on there. Out of all of the players in college football, I am really one of the top-100 freak athletes. I could not believe it. It was shocking to me, but I am very proud of myself and the work that I put in. It was a big goal that I accomplished.”

HC Zach Kittley on how the offensive scheme and personnel will be determined: “It’s going to be based more on the skillsets of the guys. The sign of great coaching is being able to adapt to what your players are really good at. In 2021, I threw the ball more than anybody has ever thrown it and broke NCAA records that will probably never be broken. In the last two years at Texas Tech, I had a 1,500-yard running back who was a sixth-round draft pick and is going to play for a long time in the NFL. You have to find your good players, and you have to understand what they are good at. And, ultimately, you have to find your best players to get the ball in their hands.”

Other Football Notes from the Weeks

Well, this is getting to be a bit of a doozy! Here are some of my other notes from the past two weeks!

• FIU and USF both landed players on the Shrine Bowl 1000 Preseason List. FIU had DB Brian Blades II, while USF had QB Byrum Brown, DB De’Shawn Rucker, and LB Jhalyn Shuler.

• The great writers here at the League Winners put out our first-ever preseason watch list! Make sure to check it out if you have not already!

• Multiple other players on FIU, FAU, and USF received placement on award watchlists. Some standouts include:
  • Maxwell Award Watchlist: Keyone Jenkins and Caden Veltkamp
  • Walter Camp Watchlist: Byrum Brown and Keyone Jenkins
  • Jim Thorpe Award Watchlist: De’Shawn Rucker
  • Wuerffel Award Watchlist: Christian Helms (USF), Shamir Sterlin (FIU), Caden Veltkamp (FAU)
  • Paul Hornung Award Watchlist: Easton Messer
  • Ray Guy Award Watchlist: Logan Lupo

• Instead of a typical athletic director, USF will be hiring a “CEO of Athletics.” Based on the execution of this search, this could be a model many more schools follow in the coming years.

• The NFLPA is a… well, disaster. Please go watch all of Pablo Torre’s amazing coverage on the topic to get fully caught up. It’s something you cannot miss.
• I am having fun watching the Jets again. I am very excited for Braelon Allen in the big 2025.

And that wraps up the football portion of today! But before I take my leave, I have one more thing.

About two weeks ago, I narrowly avoided a very bad accident on the highway when a car jumped a median on the exit I was on. While avoiding my feelings at first, I eventually could not function that day without stress and other emotions weighing me down. So, like any well-adjusted person, I wrote about it. A lot.

This piece, once completed, helped me find peace and purpose about what it means to be alive. Very cryptic, I know, but you can check it out here.

Otherwise, thank you all for reading along! These are my favorite pieces to do, and I cannot wait to be back for the next one! Have a great day, and see you all around!