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Solomon Thomas creating a legacy and now a nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award

Creating his own legacy in the world of sports and impacting so many with his message New York Jets DE Solomon Thomas was named as the New York Jets Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.

In terms of awards the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is one of the most prestigious in the league and gives a spotlight on the players that excel on the field and making a positive impact in the community.

Solomon drafted as the #3 overall player in the 2017 NFL Draft, then he eventually landed with the New York Jets.

It was around the time that he got into the NFL that Thomas started The Defensive Line, which is inspired by the loss of his sister Elizabeth Thomas by suicide at the age of 24. It was during Thomas’ rookie season in the NFL when he lost Ella.

Thanks to the encouragement San Francsico 49ers during his time with the franchise, General Manager John Lynch that helped to start The Defensive Line and since then countless lives and funds were raised to help in shining the light of living the life of wellness. Lynch encouraged Thomas to speak up and speak more about what he had went through and how powerful and impactful he can be in being the type of person that stands up and speaks out with the type of message he has.

New York Jets fans are encouraged to check out the video below to see the community related efforts by Solomon Thomas throughout the year….video is compliments of the New York Jets:


Since then, Thomas spent countless hours spreading his message of positivity that every individual holds extraordinary value.

Thomas bringing his unique insights on his combined experience of being an athlete and having dealt with mental health and being more open when it comes time for dealing with the challenges in life.
Solomon is creating a ton of partnerships as thus far he collaborated with the Dak Prescott , The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Crisis Text Line and the Vibrant Health for the 988 Campaign to bring the message of mental health to a larger and larger scale.

Thomas is very active in the New York Community and is one of the Jets leading by example and is creating a legacy where people can feel more open and honest about some of the journeys they are going through in the world.

“I am truly honored and humbled to be nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year award by the New York Jets for the second consecutive year,” said Thomas. “This recognition goes beyond football, reflecting the impact we can make off the field and impact others’ lives with our platform. It’s a privilege to be a part of this team and have a platform to positively impact others. Thank you to the Jets organization, the Tri-state community, my family, and my teammates for this incredible honor.”

“Solomon’s dedication to giving back and serving others encourages everyone around him to strive for change, on and off the field,” said Jets President Hymie Elhai. “The undeniable impact he has made on the Jets organization and the greater community inspires conversations to raise awareness around the importance of mental health. His latest initiative, working with student athletes to create the Mental Health Player of the Month program, is just one of his many efforts to prioritize mental health will create a last impacting on young athletes as they progress in their future and the entire athletic community.”

With the nomination, Thomas is going to wear a Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year helmet decal through the end of the 2023 NFL Season.

For more information on the rest of the NFL nominees along with the award fans are encouraged to click on the link seen here:

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Jets left Feeling Frustrated after 13-8 loss to Falcons

Even though the New York Jets have been doing amazing in practices and during the quite moments, thus far during the moments when they plan in front of the faithful at MetLife Stadium the team is unable to find results.

The latest bit of frustration for Gang Green is the team’s Week 13 loss to the Atlanta Falcons with the final score totaling up to 13-8.

There were a ton of moments where the team saw positives and some that fans are going to be hopeful to forget, including the fumble by Dalvin Cook.

Fans at MetLife got to see the QB play of Trevor Siemian, as he came in later in the game to give his squad a lift. While it is still early there are plenty of question for the Jets to solve when it comes time for the Quarterback play and what the team is going to do with Zach Wilson.

In terms of the positives there were some moments that got fans rocking, including the receiving milestone of WR Garrett Wilson as he got his 150th career interception. Wilson finds his name amongst the Jets greats as he is tied with Wayne Chrebet for the most receptions in a player’s first two seasons in franchise history.

Also seeing a milestone moment in the game is TE Tyler Conklin as he surpassed 1,000 receiving yards as a member of the Jets.

WR Xavier Gipson impressed fans with his recorded punt return, kick return, reception and rush as this marks his second game in where he was able to record at least one of each, which is tied for the most in the League this season.

Fans are encouraged to check out the following video as Head Coach Robert Saleh, QB Trevor Siemian and RB Dalvin Cook share these thoughts after the game vs Atlanta…video is compliments of the New York Jets:


There was also a memorable moment for Gang Green at the start of the third quarter as K Greg Zuerlein was able to blast a 46-yard field goal, which was the second of the game. Zuerlein currently has 95th career games with multiple field goals made, which is good for the second most among kickers, since entering the league in 2012.

With all of that action combined there was still a ton of frustration and questions left to answer, as the team’s offense was unable to take flight against the Falcons.

The team heads into the upcoming practice session looking to try to solve the mystery of how to get the offense going as up next for the team is going to be a Week 14 showdown against the Houston Texans on Sunday at MetLife Stadium with the start time scheduled for 1:00 p.m.

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Close Call in the Bronx as Fordham falls to Tulane 89-81

In what was a physical game at Rose Hill Gym the Fordham University (4-4) fell to Tulane University (6-1) in NCAA Men’s Basketball action on Sunday.

Gaining some great experience in only eight games into the season, going up against a team like Tulane is going to be something that pays off big time for the Rams as they head into Atlantic 10 play.

There were a ton of positive points for Fordham University as some of the impressive team numbers included 30 points in the paint, 16 second chance points, 16 fast break points along with keeping the game tight by tying the game nine times.

In addition, the Rams saw six players in double figure scoring as they were led by Antrell Charlton as he had 18 points on 8-for-13 field goals along with six rebounds, three assists, three steals and one block.

Fordham University fans are encouraged to check out the following video featuring thoughts from Head Coach Keith Urgo:

Fans are encouraged to check out the following photo gallery from the game by checking out the gallery below…photos by: Stacy Podelski/1495Sports:


Will Richardson distributed the ball well in addition to being the second leading scorer with his 16 points. Joshua Rivera and Abdou Tsimbila both played quality minutes in the low post position as they both finished the game with 13 points each, and Kyle Rose showed some impressive shooting with his 11 points and six assists.

As for Tulane the tough and physical team were able to not only stay in the game but ultimately found the shots they needed to win, as they saw five players in double figure scoring. Leading the way for the Green Wave is Collin Holloway with his 26 points, five rebounds, three blocks and two steals.

Jaylen Forbes had himself an impressive showing with his 18 points and Kolby King finished the game with 14 points. Also impressing during the afternoon are Tre’ Williams with his 13 points and Sion James with his 12 points.

Up next for the Rams is going to be a Metropolitan Area showdown against NJIT on Wednesday, December 6 with the tip at Rose Hill Gym being scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

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With the Backs to the wall Jets look to show fight in game against Falcons

As the countdown is on to the Week 13 game as the New York Jets taking on the Atlanta Falcons, Gang Green has their backs against the wall when it comes time for a potential playoff spot in the NFL Playoffs.

With the team trying to combine the development of the younger players on the squad and getting results on the field it is going to be interesting to see how things can be combined so that the team can get back to their winning ways.

One of the things about Atlanta is the fact that they are a unique team…according to Head Coach Robert Saleh they have a play style that is pretty cool and, “they are a good group, they are well Coached, and they are going to be a challenge.”

It is Coach Saleh that during the team’s press conference on Friday how the team is coming in with the proper mindset in the game against Atlanta, he mentioned, “You always have to have a mindset of winning. We as a team have got to treat moments like a championship moment and our backs are up against the wall and we have got to get out of the gate swinging.”

Fans can see more of Coach Saleh’s thoughts and hear from WR Garrett Wilson from the team’s press conference on 12/1/23….video is compliments of the New York Jets:


There is one player that most in the NFL is watching thus far in the 2023 season and that is WR Garrett Wilson.

Saleh feels as if Wilson once he learns how to focus on what he can control is going to have the production of a #1 receiver thus far brings into the game against Atlanta 64 recs, 695 yards and three touchdowns.

The team is starting to see QB Aaron Rodgers getting more and more time on the field as he is currently on the comeback from a repair to the torn Achilles tendon and bringing a renewed energy to the squad as the team heads into the Week 13 meeting against the Falcons.

The countdown is on as the New York Jets and Atlanta Falcons are getting ready to square off in NFL action at MetLife Stadium with all the action getting started at 1:00 p.m.

Jets News and Notes:

The New York Jets and Nike during the Week 13 game against the Falcons is going to participate in the My Cause My Cleats campaign. This is the eighth season that the teams are going to take the field wearing customized cleats that highlight their causes and organizations. In addition, fans have a chance to purchase these custom kicks on the NFL Auction page, as the NFL is helping to raise money for their respective causes.

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Fast Paced Fordham defeats FDU, 80-52

In a game that featured a bit of everything the Fordham University Men’s Basketball team defeated FDU by the score of 80-52 in NCAA action at Rose Hill Gym on Thursday.

With things starting off on a close note, as the score was tied five times and the lead changed six times, the Rams started to open up the scoring as the night progressed and found their confidence and rhythm in a very impressive performance in front of 1,320 in attendance.

Leading the way for the Rams is Joshua Rivera as he had some thunderous dunks in his 13 points and seven rebounds on 6-8 shooting from the field. Also having impressive performances is Abdou Tsimbila and Will Richardson as they both had 10 points each.

Fordham Men’s Basketball fans are encouraged to check out the following photos from the game taken by: Stacy Podelski/1495Sports


Also be sure to check out the video below as we have thoughts from Head Coach Keith Urgo along with Will Richardson and Joshua Rivera share these thoughts after the team’s victory against FDU:

One of the more impressive trends for the Rams is the fact that the team showed a very fast-paced style of play as they totaled 24 fast break points.

Another great trend of the team is the fact that the bench scored 38 points, which is something that is going to be huge for the team as they progress in what is going to be a challenging Atlantic 10 Conference Schedule.

As for FDU they showed a ton of heart and spunk, as well as some moments of defensive fortitude but ultimately the Rams and their fast-paced style of play won the night.

Leading the way for the Knights is Sean Moore with 12 points and eight rebounds and Heru Bligen with his 10 points.

The Rams look to continue their fast-paced style of play and their homestand as they get to host Tulane next on Sunday, December 3 with the action at Rose Hill Gym starting at 1:00 p.m.

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Team Effort Leads St. John’s Women’s Basketball to 71-49 victory against Loyola Maryland

The St. John’s Women’s Basketball (3-5) got to see a complete team effort in the team’s 71-49 victory against Loyola Maryland (3-3) in College Women’s Basketball action at Carnesecca Arena on Wednesday night.

Some of the impressive notes from the game were the fact that the ladies were able to get back to being able to distribute the ball, as at the nights end there were a total of 20 assists distributed. In additions one of the trends that the ladies got back to is being able to rebound the ball as they grabbed 38.

As for the scoring the team was led by Unique Drake with her 24 points on 10-16 field goal shooting, as well as 4-5 from beyond the arc. Jailah Donald played 27 minutes, while recording 13 points; Jillian Archer put up some impressive numbers with a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds and Skye Owen wrapped up all scorers with her 11 points.

St. John’s Women’s Basketball fans are encouraged to check out the following photo gallery~ By: Stacy Podelski/1495Sports:


Also check out this video featuring thoughts from Head Coach Joe Tartamella along with Jillian Archer and Unique Drake:

Prior to the start of the game Massachusetts Mayo was honored by St. John’s University as she recorded her 1,000-career point. Mayo also playing with the University of Massachusetts and thus far is making an impact in her time with the Red Storm as she started in all seven games thus far.

Loyola Maryland showed a ton of heart and git as they had two players in double-figure scoring as Kelly Ratigan led the way with 23 points and Lex Therien followed with 12 points.

The St. John’s University Women’s Basketball team goes on the road for two games before returning to Carnesecca Arena on December 10 to take on Rhode Island. Up first for the ladies will be a road trip to McCann Arena to take on Marist on December 2 and then they head to Leo D. Mahoney Arena for a 7:00 p.m. tip against Fairfield on December 7.

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Jets look to show Fighting Spirit after Week 12 Matchup against Miami

The New York Jets (4-7) after giving the Miami Dolphins (8-3) there best shot in the team’s 34-13 Week 12 loss at MetLife Stadium, have got to show their fighting spirit in the next six games and show fans the type of heart and team they are going to be.

There were a ton of bright spots for Gang Green as there was a huge interception by CB Brandin Echols with 1:05 remaining in the first half. Echols recorded his second interception returned for a score.
Then with :02 remaining in the first half CB D.J. Reed Intercepted the ball, which was the fifth interception by the Jets against Miami QB Tua Tagovailoa  in his career.

Fans of the New York Jets are encouraged to check out the following video as Head Coach Robert Saleh and QB Tim Boyle share these thoughts after the game against Miami…video is compliments of the New York Jets:


New York saw a fumble recovery by Ashtyn Davis when he jumped on the loose ball with 6:29 left in the game. Davis is putting up some great numbers so far for the Jets, as he has registered four takeaways, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries.

One of the other bright spots for the team’s defense is the fact that LB Bryce Huff recorded a sack in the third quarter, as he now leads the team with 6.0 sacks this season.

After his media interaction earlier in the week WR Garrett Wilson stepped up in the game against Miami, as he recorded his 147th career reception in the fourth quarter. Thus far Wilson has the second most receptions by a player through two seasons.

Up next for the Jets is going to be a Week 13 meeting against the Atlanta Falcons at MetLife Stadium, as the team gets to look at what to do with the offense and how to get the offense and defensive units to start clicking again.

There were questions by the New York media to Coach Saleh as to if he may start Trevor Siemian at quarterback against the Falcons, but Coach mentioned that he wasn’t there yet.

In the team’s most recent media session on Saturday Coach had this to say on starting Tim Boyle at QB:

“Yes, we’re giving Timmy (Tim Boyle) another shot to roll next week. Obviously, there’s things that he could have done better, there’s things that he had no control over, and I know he battled out there. We were able to get to certain calls that we were hoping to do. We were able to execute a lot of the different things that we wanted to execute; it just didn’t come to full fruition.”

He also had this to say on keeping the guys up for the rest of the season:

“It’s not difficult because the message is the truth. The truth that is spoken in the team meeting room and the truth that they’ve got these two days off and you want them to enjoy this time with their families and take a deep breath, but on Monday, there’s a tell the truth moment that needs to happen and happens every week whether you win or lose and being able to look yourself in the mirror and ask yourself whether or not you’re putting your best foot forward and like I said, I challenge the coaches too. Challenge the player, challenge everyone in organization, are you putting your best foot forward or are you looking over the fence at someone else’s grass? That sometimes can happen when you think you have answers for everybody, you start looking over the lawn, but the main thing is just make sure you’re keeping tabs on yourself and finding ways to get better and telling the truth on where you can be better to help this team win football games.”

All the roads and preparation are going to lead up to the team’s Week 13 meeting against the Falcons on December 3 with the action set to start at 1:00 p.m.

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