Connecticut
Report: Broncos had a pre-draft visit with Connecticut defensive lineman Travis Jones
In response to Professional Soccer Community’s Tony Pauline, the Denver Broncos are among the many groups which have hosted the College of Connecticut’s Travis Jones.
Jones is a 6’4”, 325-pound defensive lineman who is predicted to be chosen in one of many first two rounds of the upcoming NFL Draft. In response to consensus draft boards, Jones’ common draft place falls between 38.8 and 42 which is lengthy earlier than the Broncos’ first choice at 64 total.
Jones was a three-star offensive line recruit out of highschool who initially dedicated to Rutgers, however modified his thoughts and dedicated to Connecticut after discussing it along with his household. The Husky’s offered him on a change to defensive sort out and he began 10 video games his freshman 12 months. UConn cancelled their 2020 season due to the Covid-19 pandemic so Jones had the 12 months off, however he completed his profession a staff captain with 32 profession begins below his belt.
Jones’ mixture of measurement, athletic capability, and play energy suggests he’ll be capable of contribute early in his NFL profession. If drafted, he might rapidly carve out a distinct segment within the Broncos DL rotation as a flexible, reliable two-gapper with the burst and quickness to push the pocket on passing downs. He’s robust sufficient to be problematic for facilities in one-on-ones and has the anchor to face as much as most double groups. To succeed in his potential as a 3 down pressure, he’ll want to enhance his hand utilization and refine his cross rush repertoire.
Personally, I actually like that the Broncos are exhibiting an curiosity in Jones. They completed final season among the many backside third of the league in opposition to the run by Soccer Outsiders’ effectivity metric DVOA, will proceed to make use of the Fangio-style protection that routinely makes use of a light-weight field rely to allocate further assets to protection. Given the problems up entrance in 2021 I’ve had lingering questions in regards to the line following the Russell Wilson commerce, because it value the roster Shelby Harris and he was by no means really changed. Signing the 6’ 320 lb. D.J. Jones from the San Francisco 49ers was a begin, however his size and play fashion are greatest utilized as a pure inside linemen, whereas Jones has the size to log snaps as a 5 method in Denver’s base 3-4.
If the Broncos wish to draft Jones they may have to commerce up and the relative lack of depth of this defensive position class means it might make a ton of sense. As I write this, he appears to be like to be the one defensive lineman the Broncos will host with their 30 official visits. Mile Excessive Report at the moment is aware of 27 of them:
Broncos prime 30 visits
OT Tyler Smith
OT Abraham Lucas
OT Matt Waletzko
OT Braxton Jones
iOL Dylan Parham
iOL Cole Unusual
iOL Cam Jurgens
OL Thayer Munford
CB Cordale Flott
CB Roger McCreary
DB Nick Grant
DB Martin Emerson
DB Ja’Quan McMillan
DB DaRon Bland
LB/S Tariq Carpenter
RB Isaih Pacheco
RB Shermari Jones
RB James Prepare dinner
RB Zamir White
FB/TE Chigoziem Okonkwo
QB/WR D’Eriq King
QB/WR Jared Benhardt
WR Tyquan Thornton
ED DeAngelo Malone
ED Nik Bonitto
ED Drake Jackson
DL Travis Jones
Ballot
If he’s out there, ought to the Broncos draft Travis Jones within the second spherical?
Connecticut
Connecticut Ponds are Chock-Full of Arkansas Channel Catfish
It’s pond and lake stocking time anglers of Connecticut, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Wildlife Division has just announced the release of thousands of Trout, Atlantic Salmon, and a whole bunch of sweet Arkansas Channel Catfish into our local ponds, lakes, and streams.
The Channel Catfish is the most abundant, and fished catfish species in the United States. The finest come from the midsouth, DEEP purchased around ten thousand of them from Arkansas, and they’re waiting for you to catch them. Here is where CT DEEP stocked: Bunnells Pond – Bridgeport, Beaver Park Lagoon – New Haven, Birge Pond – Bristol, Center Springs Park Road – Manchester, Colony Park Pond – Ansonia, Crescent Lake – Southington, Freshwater Pond – Enfield, Keney Park Pond – Hartford, Lakewood Lake – Waterbury, Lake Wintergreen Hamden, Mirror Lake – Meriden, Mohegan Park Pond – Norwich, Picketts Pond – Derby, Rogers Park Pond – Danbury, Rowan’s Pond – Middletown, Stanley Quarter Pond – New Britain, and Wharton Brook Pond – Wallingford. Bunnells, Crescent, Lakewood, and Mohegan were stocked with 843 total catfish each, while the rest received 443 total catfish each.
CT DEEP has also announced that the following were stocked with Trout yesterday: Wharton Brook Park Pond – Wallingford, and Mill River through Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden. 203 tagged Atlantic Salmon were stocked yesterday in the Shetucket River, Windham, Sprague, and Baltic, and the CT DEEP would appreciate anglers reporting their tag number, date, and specific location of your catch to (203) 500-2513.
We’re in an absolutely beautiful stretch of weather, here’s some inspiration from YouTube to help you get motivated.
Five Worthwhile Stops For Bored Leaf Peepers in Litchfield County
Litchfield County is the premier destination for fall foliage in Connecticut, Route 7 is legendary, and the population is sparse. Bad news – Once you see the leaves, there’s not much around to do. Here are five cities in Litchfield County where there’s enough to do to make a day out of it.
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Connecticut
Hundreds get flu shot at free clinic in Farmington
Hundreds of people rolled up their sleeves today to get a free flu shot in Farmington.
For the 7th year, NBC and Telemundo Connecticut teamed up with ProHealth Physicians for a free, drive-thru flu shot clinic.
The clinic started at 10 this morning, but people started lining up as early as eight in the morning to get their shots.
“I do it for others because I do not want to give anyone else the flu,” said Marguerite Rose of West Hartford as she waited online for her flu shot. “We figured we could zip in and get our flu shot and that’s why we’re here,” she said.
“Very convenient right around the corner from the house, no hassles,” said Debi Koch of New Britian, who also was waiting online bright and early. “It’s an in-and-out shop,” she said.
ProHealth Physicians had 350 flu vaccines and 100 high dose shots to give out to the community for free and with no insurance needed.
“It’s the safest way to keep yourself safe for the winter,” said Dr. Stephen Traub, CEO of ProHealth Physicians.
The CDC says the flu can spread year-round, but its spreading spikes from December through February.
That’s why experts recommend now is the time to get your shot.
“The flu shot gets updated every year based on predictions of what strains of influenza are going to be,” said Traub.
The shots can cause minor aches and other symptoms, but doctors say that’s just the vaccine building your immunity. They say the flu shot will not give you flu, and any minor side effects from the vaccine are better than the actual virus.
“It’s about 7 days probably of misery fevers aches and chills and missed work if you don’t have the flu shot,” said Dr. Joy Hong of ProHealth Physicians.
People over the age of 65 or those who have preexisting conditions are especially encouraged to get the shot too.
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Police shoot man who allegedly stabbed Bridgeport officer
Police shot a man brandishing a knife in Bridgeport early Saturday morning.
Officers responded to the 100 block of Terry Place for a report of an emotionally disturbed person, according to police.
When they arrived, they found a man with a knife. Police shot the man, who was then rushed to the hospital, where he is listed in critical condition.
It is not clear how many officers were involved or how many fired their weapons.
Police have identified the man as 45-year-old Huntly Jackson, of Bridgeport.
According to police, Jackson is under arrest, charged with criminal attempted murder, first-degree assault, assault on a public safety officer, second-degree threatening, interfering/resisting arrest, and carrying a dangerous weapon.
Bridgeport police also said one of the responding officers was stabbed in the shoulder, neck and head by the suspect. The officer was taken to the hospital for treatment but has since been released.
The Office of the Inspector General is investigating the shooting along with the State Police Western District Major Crimes Squad.
The officer or officers involved in the incident have been placed on modified duty, according to police.
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