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Peyton Manning Reveals 1 WR He Wishes He Played With

11/07/2024 Raymond 0

Peyton Manning is widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks in football history. If it weren’t for the remarkable careers of Tom Brady and Joe Montana, Manning, who starred for the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts, would likely be considered the greatest ever to play the position. Although Manning doesn’t surpass Brady and Montana in terms of Super Bowl victories, he still boasts two titles with two different franchises. This achievement is particularly noteworthy considering the Colts had written him off, leading to his late-career resurgence with the Broncos, further cementing his Hall of Fame legacy.

Throughout his career, Manning had the privilege of playing alongside some exceptional talents, especially at the wide receiver position. He threw passes to legendary players such as Marvin Harrison, Demaryius Thomas, and Reggie Wayne, among others. Despite his experience with numerous elite receivers, Manning revealed a surprising choice when asked which player he wished he had the chance to throw to, just ahead of the Netflix premiere of “Receiver,” produced by Omaha Productions.

“One, Raymond Berry,” Manning stated. “Old Baltimore Colt. Going with Raymond Berry. Got to spend some time with him. He was a true master of his craft.” Instead of opting for more contemporary stars like Randy Moss, Terrell Owens, or current sensation Justin Jefferson, Manning chose Berry, a name that might not come to mind for many fans today.

Mitchell: “We’re a work in progress”

08/07/2024 Raymond 0

Hawthorn Senior Coach Sam Mitchell provided insights into his team’s 51-point defeat to the Cats on Saturday afternoon. Speaking to the media post-game, Mitchell analyzed the Hawks’ performance, emphasizing that the team is still in a developmental phase and not yet the finished product. He acknowledged the challenge his team faced, noting their lack of recent experience at the venue and praising the Cats as a strong side. Despite a recent good run of games, Mitchell admitted that the Hawks struggled against the Cats’ experienced lineup, particularly at the start of the game, and couldn’t find a way to recover.

Mitchell also spoke about the ongoing growth of his group, mentioning the strategic plan in place for the past two and a half years. While the Hawks have had some recent successes, they are still striving to consistently compete with top teams like Sydney and Geelong. He pointed out the complexity of achieving this, involving player belief, confidence, personnel, and system, emphasizing that the team is getting closer but remains a work in progress.

Addressing the pressure from opposition teams, Mitchell described the difficulty of the game from a player’s perspective, noting the challenge of making good decisions under pressure. He emphasized the importance of consistent, high-level football under any circumstance, acknowledging that while the team has shown resilience in past games, they struggled to handle the pressure against the Cats. Mitchell reiterated that the Hawks are continually striving to improve and reach their desired level of performance.

ANALYSIS Opposition Analysis | Round 17 – Geelong v Hawthorn

03/07/2024 Raymond 0

On Saturday, the Hawks are set to return to GMHBA Stadium for a crucial match with significant implications as the season enters its final stretch. Hawthorn, despite infrequent visits to Kardinia Park in recent years, arrives in strong form, having won seven of their last eight games. Their success has been anchored by dominant performances in clearances, led by midfield stalwarts James Worpel and Jai Newcombe, both instrumental in their recent victories. Geelong, meanwhile, seeks to build on a rebound win against Essendon and must strategize to counter Hawthorn’s effective midfield and distribution tactics, particularly focusing on limiting the impact of key players like Karl Amon and Massimo D’Ambrosio.

Five things we learned against the Hawks

01/07/2024 Raymond 0

Firstly, credit must be given to the Hawks, who were hungrier and outperformed West Coast in every aspect of the game at Optus Stadium. Warning signs were evident from the opening plays for the Eagles, and the gap could have been much larger than 17 points at the first break if Hawthorn had capitalized on their chances. Unfortunately, as the game progressed, things did not improve, with key statistics overwhelmingly in favor of Hawthorn. As coach Adam Simpson noted post-game, this defeat highlighted a collective failure to match Hawthorn’s hunt and pressure, which overwhelmed West Coast.