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McDonald’s birthday star Grimace and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers’ mascot are now friends

Well, the Grimace and Big Red are friends now.

Mascot worlds collided this week as McDonald’s the Grimace and Western Kentucky’s Big Red met at the fast food restaurant.

Big Red seemingly stopped by a McDonald’s to celebrate the Grimace’s birthday, which has inspired a purple-looking milkshake and a series of hilariously grim TikToks.

Well, the two mascots apparently became fast friends and spent the day together playing in the McDonald’s play place, throwing around the football on Western Kentucky’s football field and hanging out on WKU’s campus.

Was this just a special day between two mascots, or will these two make this a regular hangout? The world may never know, but we’re guessing the latter.

Did you need a video of the Grimace and WKU’s Big Red hanging out in your life? Well, if you did, it’s what you got.

Are you just tired of hearing about the Grimace’s McDonald’s birthday? Well, you might need to hang tight, because as long as this promotion is going on, the celebration probably won’t stop anytime soon.

Chiefs UDFA Spotlight: Western Kentucky CB Kahlef Hailassie

Our UDFA Spotlight Series continues with a look at a cornerback who took a top-30 visit with the #Chiefs:

A three-star recruit out of Cosumnes Oaks High School in Elk Grove, California, Hailassie played receiver and had over a dozen offers, most in the Mountain West and PAC-12. He committed to Oregon and played two seasons with the Ducks, playing a little cornerback, but mostly on special teams.

Hailassie attempted to transfer to Weber State in 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic put a damper on those plans. Hailassie ended up at Independence Community College in Independence, Kansas. He didn’t end up playing football that season, but kept up his academics and was able to transfer to Western Kentucky in 2021.

Tennessee pitcher commits to Western Kentucky

Tennessee baseball pitcher commits to Western Kentucky.

Tennessee pitcher Jacob Bimbi announced his commitment to Western Kentucky on Friday.

“I want to thank the University of Tennessee for giving me the chance to be a part of their team and wish nothing but the best of luck in Omaha,” Bimbi said. “With that being said, I would like to announce my commitment to Western Kentucky for next fall!”

The 6-foot, 182-pound Bimbi (2-0) appeared in 15 games for Tennessee as a junior in 2023. He recorded 22 strikeouts in 13.2 innings this season.

Bimbi came to Tennessee from Wabash Valley College. He is from Crystal Lake South High School in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Tennessee will open play in the College World Series on Saturday versus LSU. First pitch is slated for 7 p.m. EDT (ESPN).

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Four more Ohio State football start times and channels released

You can start your fall planning #GoBucks

The [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] football season is fast approaching, and the start times and TV channels for four more games were released on Wednesday.

You can begin to make your fall plans, at least for these Saturdays. None of the games will be in prime time. Also, none of the games that were released were against ranked opponents.

The start times for Notre Dame, Michigan State and Michigan had been released previously, meaning more than half of the games have an announced kickoff time. Some we will not know until a later date, however, find out below which games now are officially scheduled and which channel they’ll be available on.

Defensive back transfer from Western Kentucky visiting Fayetteville

Razorback to host Western Kentucky defensive back via transfer portal.

Western Kentucky defensive back, A.J. Brathwaite, is expected to travel to Arkansas for an official visit Friday afternoon.

Brathwaite entered the portal and announced Florida International as his next destination, but the Razorbacks have found their way into the conversation for the versatile defensive back.

As a redshirt junior, he only started two games and appeared in eight while fighting off injuries. The best season in his college career was in 2021, when he started all 13 games, accumulating 64 tackles, two tackles for loss, one sack, two pass breakups, and one interception.

After the roster exodus from last season, the Hogs can always use depth, especially in the secondary. Whether or not Brathwaite will deommit from the FIU depends on whether or not Pittman and the Gang can impress the graduate transfer.

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Highlights of the Eagles 9 undrafted free agents

We’re collegiate highlights of the Philadelphia Eagles’ nine undrafted free agents.

The 2023 NFL draft has concluded, and after some key signings and tryout invites, the Eagles roster sits at 89 players ahead of Day 2 of the team’s rookie minicamp.

Howie Roseman has been open about previous undrafted free agent classes, with several big-named stars holding second-day draft grades.

Recent undrafted free agents who’ve had game action with Philadelphia include Reed Blankenship, Britain Covey, Josh Jobe, Corey Clement, Sua Opeta, Nate Herbig, Kayode Awosika, Joe Ostman, Jack Stoll, Brett Toth, Greg Ward, Marvin Wilson, T.J. Edwards, and future Hall of Famer Jason Peters, who originally signed with the Bills.

Here are highlights of the nine undrafted free agents.

What’s next for the Eagles following the 2023 NFL draft

What’s next for the Philadelphia Eagles following the 2023 NFL Draft

The 2023 NFL draft is in the books, but plenty of offseason action is still on the way for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Outside of the on-field action with rookie minicamp and organized team activities (OTAs), the NFL is also gearing up for its 2023 schedule release.

The Eagles welcomed seven newly drafted rookies to the roster, including defensive tackle Jalen Carter,  edge rusher Nolan Smith, offensive guard Tyler Steen, safety Sydney Brown, cornerback Kelee Ringo, quarterback Tanner McKee and defensive tackle Moro Ojomo.

Philadelphia also signed nine undrafted free agents.

Here’s a look at the Eagles’ upcoming 2023 off-season slate, including rookie minicamp, OTAs, and mandatory minicamp.

Highlights, takeaways from Eagles first rookie minicamp practice

We’re looking at some of the highlights and key takeaways from the Philadelphia Eagles’ first day of rookie minicamp

With the NFL draft and undrafted free agent signings now complete, the Eagles held their first day of rookie minicamps on Friday.

Philadelphia had seven draft picks, nine undrafted free agents, 19 official tryout participants, and a handful of selected veterans or second-year players at the NovaCare Complex for two days of sessions and drills.

With Saturday’s session set to begin, here are highlights and takeaways from Philadelphia’s first rookie minicamp.

Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during rookie minicamp

Philadelphia Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during the rookie minicamp

The Eagles started their rookie minicamp on Friday, as the seven-man draft class and nine undrafted free agent signees participated in their first NFL practice.

With Philadelphia wanting a full roster of attendees, GM Howie Roseman invited 19 players in for a tryout.

Current Eagles’ players on the minicamp roster include Mario Goodrich, Kennedy Brooks, Tristin McCollum, Noah Elliss, and Tyrese Robinson.

2023 NFL draft: Chargers had meeting with Western Kentucky DT Brodric Martin

The Chargers are looking to shore up the depth chart at the nose tackle position.

The Chargers met with former Western Kentucky defensive tackle Brodric Martin this past Sunday, according to The Draft Network’s Ryan Fowler.

Martin totaled 81 tackles, 37 solo tackles, nine tackles for loss, four passes defended, and two sacks during his collegiate career for the Hilltoppers.

Miller also earned an East-West Shrine Bowl invite, where he had two tackles and a fumble recovery.

Towering at 6-foot-4 and 337 pounds with 34 3/8-inch arms, Martin is a stout interior defender who is strong at occupying double teams and eating up space to clear the way for linebackers.

With Austin Johnson and Otito Ogbonnia still working their way back from their significant knee injuries and Breiden Fehoko now on the Steelers, Los Angeles could be in the market for more nose tackle depth.

Martin projects as a sixth or seventh-round selection.