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Saints WR has a sweet comparison for interim head coach Darren Rizzi

Head coaches have been described in many ways, but Darren Rizzi may be the first to be compared to a Sour Patch Kid:

We’ve heard NFL head coaches be described in a few different ways, but Marquez Valdes-Scantling’s description of Darren Rizzi has to be one of the more unique descriptions in recent memory.

In a sitdown interview with Kay Adams, Valdes-Scantling compared the New Orleans Saints interim head coach to a Sour Patch Kid.Yes, the candy that’s sour then sweet. Instead of being sour and sweet, Rizzi possesses that same duality but in a different way. Valdes-Scantling described it as being “Fiery one second then he’s cool the next second.”

As funny as it is, it’s also a great representation of Rizzi’s personality. This comes from a player who has only been in New Orleans for two weeks. It’s a short time, but the wide receiver says Rizzi has “been the same guy every single day.”

When changing roles from coordinator to head coach, it’s easy to take on a new personality when your amount of power changes. That didn’t happen with Rizzi. He remained genuine the whole time.

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Terry McLaurin: ‘I’m having the time of my career’

Terry McLaurin shares why this season is so special for him.

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is smiling a lot these days. That’s what winning does for you. At 6-2, the Commanders are in first place in the NFC East almost halfway through the season, and McLaurin is on pace for career-high numbers.

On Sunday, McLaurin experienced one of the most, if not the most, exciting moments in Northwest Stadium’s 27 years of existence. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels uncorked a pass 65 yards through the air with injured ribs and into the hands of wide receiver Noah Brown to give the Commanders a shocking “Hail Mary” win over the Chicago Bears.

On Tuesday, McLaurin joined Kay Adams on “Up & Adams,” discussing this dream season.

“I’m having the time of my career,” McLaurin said. “I’m having a lot of fun. The cameras catch me a lot, just being in the moment and being able to let loose, like going into each and every week. Believing in the guys we have in this locker room and the way we’re coming out with some of these games, we don’t really know how it’s going to show up. But all the training we put in since the offseason started is really starting to show up in different ways. So, when you’re doing that, and you’re doing it with a group of guys you really love going to work with, it makes it really fun. And when you’re making plays, too,  and helping your team win, that’s always the cherry on top.”

Is there any player you’re more happier for than McLaurin? Playing a position where players often put their numbers ahead of team success that’s not McLaurin. Despite how bad things have been, McLaurin has always remained positive on the field, in the locker room, and the community.

And if he stays at the same pace for the remaining nine games, he will have established career highs in all of the top receiving categories.

 

Chris Harris gives his take on Vance Joseph’s punishing defense

“He’s always been aggressive,” Chris Harris said of Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph. “We blitzed a lot when he coached me.”

Former Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris recently appeared on the Up and Adams show after the Broncos defeated the New Orleans Saints, and he had high praise for defensive coordinator Vance Joseph’s unit.

When host Kay Adams asked Harris if he thought that Joseph had changed his philosophies or defense since Harris was with the team, Harris said, “I don’t think he’s changed, I just think he’s getting better with his playcalling. He’s got a great d-line, with Zach Allen leading the way and he’s got guys just making plays,”

The cornerback continued: “A lot of times, it’s not — the players make the coaches. And guys just make the plays, right? You can call the same defense every time and if guys don’t make the plays, it’s going to make the coach look bad. Right now, they’re making him look good they’re getting a lot of pressure, I don’t think he’s evolved, because he’s always been aggressive. We blitzed a lot when he coached me, so I see him doing the exact same thing.”

Adams also asked Harris who should be getting more love on the defensive side of the ball. “Riley Moss,” Harris said without hesitation. “I think he’s playing great. He started a little shaky, you know, but this is kind of his rookie year. He’s improving every week.”

You can watch the entire interview with Adams and Harris below.

 

The Broncos will host the Carolina Panthers in Week 8 on Oct. 27.

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Chris Harris says Broncos DL Zach Allen looks like J.J. Watt this season

“He looks kind of like J.J. Watt sometimes,” Chris Harris said of Broncos defensive lineman Zach Allen.

From 2011 to 2015, JJ Watt was the most dominant defensive player in the NFL, totaling 75.5 sacks in five years. Although the back half of his career was a mixture of injuries and bounce-back seasons, Watt made his name known.

So, if a player ever gets a comparison to Watt, it’s a prestigious honor. That’s what former Denver Broncos cornerback and Super Bowl 50 champion Chris Harris recently bestowed upon defensive lineman Zach Allen. 

Appearing on the Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams, Harris praised the Denver defensive lineman and compared him to Watt, Allen’s former teammate with the Arizona Cardinals. 

Allen has four sacks and 19 total tackles so far. He also has 9.5 run stuffs and a Pro Football Focus grade of 61.5. All-Pro recognition and a Pro Bowl nod will await if he continues this pace.

Allen and his Broncos teammates have rested up following their win against the New Orleans Saints this past Thursday and the team will now prepare to face the Carolina Panthers on Oct. 27.

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Davante Adams says Chiefs weren’t on his list of landing spots, won’t reveal why

In an interview on “Up and Adams,” #Jets WR Davante Adams said that the #Chiefs weren’t among the teams that he was willing to be traded to.

After star pass-catcher Rashee Rice sustained a season-ending injury in Week 4, the Kansas City Chiefs have lacked a true No. 1 option in their receiving corps.

One player who was floated as a potential trade candidate for Kansas City was former Las Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams, who was traded to the New York Jets earlier this week.

In an appearance on “Up and Adams” with Kay Adams this morning, the All-Pro wideout revealed that he gave Las Vegas’ front office a list of preferred landing spots, and that the Chiefs were not among the teams he was willing to play for.

Check out Davante Adams’ full comments on the matter below:

 

At this juncture, it seems unlikely that Kansas City will make a splash move to land another wide receiver.

Expect Andy Reid and Brett Veach to elevate Justyn Ross, Nikko Remigio, or Montrell Washington from the Chiefs’ practice squad if the defending champions want another option in the passing game.

Khalen Saunders used to show Chiefs teammates his high school RB highlights

Surprised by Khalen Saunders’ INT return? You wouldn’t be if you were one of his Chiefs teammates. He used to show them his high school highlights at running back:


New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders delivered the play of the game on Monday Night when he intercepted Patrick Mahomes then took off. He caught the pass in the end zone and never considered going down for a touchback. Saunders returned the ball to the 35-yard line, displaying surprising athleticism.

Well, it wasn’t that surprising if you were a member of the Kansas City Chiefs from 2019 to 2022. Justin Reid revealed to Kay Adams that Saunders used to show them his high school highlight tape on a yearly basis. Adams was able to get the highlights in enough time for the two to watch it live on her show “Up and Adams.”

Saunders was smaller at the time, obviously, but not that much smaller. Reid revealed Saunders’ nickname was the minibus. How did this come up every year?

Every year, Saunders would talk about how he used to play running back and could still play offense. Of course, players were skeptical because of his weight, and every year someone would take the bait. All it took was for one vocal doubter and Saunders would pull out the tape as proof.

Reid added that “If anybody had to get a pick, I think everyone in Kansas City was happy it was him.”

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Chiefs DB Justin Reid supports having significant others attend games

Kansas City #Chiefs defensive back Justin Reid supports having significant others attend games | @EdEastonJr

The Kansas City Chiefs’ undefeated 5-0 start has them atop the NFL and poised to secure the elusive three-peat Super Bowl title.

Chiefs safety Justin Reid has contributed to the last two titles and is a trusted veteran in the secondary. He appeared as a guest in a recent episode of the ‘Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams’ to give his insight on a topic many have shown interest in, especially with tight end Travis Kelce and music superstar Taylor Swift.

“Absolutely. Who doesn’t play better when they want to impress their girlfriend?” said Reid, proudly praising the importance of having significant others attend games. “Taylor (Swift), come to all the games. Taylor, keep coming,”

Reid received a fantastic surprise during the Chiefs victory on Monday Night Football over the New Orleans Saints. In a sea of fans at Arrowhead Stadium, he spotted his girlfriend Marissa Rand holding up a sign revealing that she and the Chiefs defensive back are expecting their first baby together.

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The “Justin, I’m pregnant” sign and the precious moment were captured on their joint Instagram accounts on Tuesday, with Rand supplying the caption: “I heard Super Bowl babies are God’s favorite ;).”

Kay Adams praises Pat Surtain, says Broncos will make NFL playoffs

“The Broncos are going to the playoffs. And they have the best corner in the game,” Kay Adams said.

The Denver Broncos are above .500; who would have thought it? Sean Payton’s master plan to change the culture of the Broncos is coming together.

The Broncos defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 34-18 on Sunday, improving their record to 3-2 and looking like a winning franchise again.

Unbothered by a sideline spat with Payton, Bo Nix finished 19-of-27 for 206 yards and two touchdowns while completing 70.4 percent of his passes. He also rushed for a touchdown. 

With Nix improving and falling into place within Payton’s offense, it prompted Kay Adams, via her Up & Adams weekday show, to make a bold claim about Denver’s postseason outlook and star cornerback Pat Surtain.

“There’s no debate here. This is the best corner in the NFL… this is our Darrelle Revis,” Adams said. “And Two things: The Broncos are going to the playoffs. And they have the best corner in the game, they have the best corner of our generation.”

Adams may not be far off, with Nix already showing some mastery of Payton’s offense and Surtain and the defense playing at an elite level. Can they sustain the momentum as the Broncos attempt to go 4-2 against the Los Angeles Chargers next week? We shall see.

Check out Kay Adams’ entire clip on the Broncos below.

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Panthers great Luke Kuechly praises Xavier Legette for Week 4 performance

Panthers legend Luke Kuechly seemed awfully impressed by Xavier Legette’s performance in Week 4.

A Carolina Panthers legend is riding with rookie wideout Xavier Legette.

Former linebacker Luke Kuechly talked about his favorite cats during his weekly spot on Up & Adams today. When host Kay Adams asked Kuechly for his thoughts on yesterday’s 34-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, he began by praising Carolina’s 2024 first-round pick.

“I think the biggest takeaway—Xavier Legette played really well yesterday,” Kuechly said. “He had a couple drops, but that’s okay for a young guy. But he stepped up and he played like the receiver that we drafted.”

Legette, in the team’s first outing since losing veteran receiver Adam Thielen to a hamstring injury, stepped up for 66 yards and a score on six receptions. And as promised, he even trotted out ol’ Dolla Bill in end zone to celebrate the first touchdown of his NFL career.

Kuechly continued.

“His effort’s really good, his one-two’s really good,” he added. “We drafted a guy we wanted to run down the field, be fast, be physical and be a difficult guard for defensive backs.

“And watching him run his routes—I’ma go back to that glance—he pushed up on this DB, he got into his chest, he stemmed him, he snapped it off. Once that DB got behind him and he got him on his back, you’re not playing through Xavier Legette to get that ball.”

So, even in defeat, at least it’s good to know that Kuechly thinks the kid will be alright.

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