1.5 GPA in High School Nearly Derailed Lamar Jackson’s Football Dreams

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1.5 GPA in High School Nearly Derailed Lamar Jackson’s Football Dreams

Ravens QB Jackson said a 1.5 GPA during his sophomore year of high school became a turning point in his life. The poor grades left him temporarily ineligible to play football, forcing him to refocus on academics. “My 10th-grade year, I had a 1.5 GPA,” Jackson said. “School comes first. I found out the hard way.” Jackson later earned a Communications degree from Louisville.

By Shubham Bhargav

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Geno Smith Investigation Remains Active After Police Clarification

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Arizona Finalizes Deal With Rookie DL Kaleb Proctor

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Arizona Finalizes Deal With Rookie DL Kaleb Proctor

The Cardinals signed fourth-round DL Proctor to his rookie contract, leaving third-round QB Carson Beck as the team’s only unsigned draft pick. Proctor’s first NFL season could be delayed after he suffered a torn meniscus during spring practice. The former Southeastern Louisiana standout recorded 13 tackles for loss and 9 sacks in 2025 and agreed to a 4-year deal with Arizona.

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Bills Waive Undrafted Rookie Running Back Desmond Reid From IR

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Bills Waive Undrafted Rookie Running Back Desmond Reid From IR

The Buffalo Bills have waived rookie running back Desmond Reid from injured reserve, according to the NFL transaction wire. Reid, an undrafted free agent out of Pitt, initially reverted to Buffalo’s IR after being waived with an injury designation. The 21-year-old rushed for 1,244 yards and seven touchdowns at Pitt while adding 75 receptions, ending his brief stint with the Bills before training camp.

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Cowboys Cheerleader Goes Viral Explaining Intricate Pom-Pom Prep Routine

Cowboys cheerleader Julissa Garcia gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at the surprisingly detailed process of preparing pom-poms for game day. In a recent social media video, Garcia demonstrated how each strand is carefully tied, separated and fluffed to create the iconic look. The routine highlights the extensive preparation that goes into maintaining the polished appearance of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.

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