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Why Eagles QB Tanner McKee − not Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley − was Brazil media’s darling

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September 5, 2024

Why Eagles QB Tanner McKee − not Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley − was Brazil media’s darling

SAO PAULO, Brazil − The Eagles held a press conference for Brazilian media members Thursday, featuring some of their key players like quarterback Jalen Hurts and running back Saquon Barkley.

But it was Eagles’ third-string quarterback Tanner McKee, who has never played a down in an NFL game, who stole the proverbial show.

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McKee was already well known in Brazil because he spent nearly two years in the South American country, from 2018-20, on a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ and Latter-Day Saints.

He became fluent in Portuguese during that time. And it made the media’s day when McKee took a question in Portuguese from a reporter, then answered in Portuguese, then translated it into English, even though the NFL had supplied a translator.

This is how the exchange went after the question came in:

McKee said to the crowd of about 50 media members: “You want me to do it in Portuguese?”

The translator said the question in English: “Basically, we wanted (to know what it’s like) to be back in Brazil again and be back here after years of living here.”

McKee responded: “So you want me to say it in Portuguese and you’ll translate it? I can translate for myself.”

After a long answer in Portuguese, McKee says in English: “It’s great to be back.”

Then there was a long pause for effect, followed by laughter, before McKee continued: “It’s pretty fun because I always try to keep up with my Portuguese. I try to say things on Whatsapp or Instagram with people that I’ve met and had friendships with down here.

“But it’s different (today) because we can actually talk to someone face to face. I have family that’s here. My wife’s here. My parents are here. And they’re going to Rio and places that I lived and served in … So it’s really fun to just kind of be back in the culture.”

McKee was asked another question in Portuguese about some players’ fears about crime in Brazil, which has been reported over the past week. And if McKee has talked to those players to allay their fears.

Again, McKee answered in Portuguese, then translated for himself: “I was just saying, a lot of guys haven’t been here before, so it’s a lot of things they don’t really know. So they’re asking me, ‘How’s the crime rate? How’s this?’ We have a lot of things that we do whenever we travel to any city: We’re going to have to be safe. We’re not going to walk out on the street, whether we’re in the United States or outside of the United States.

“It’s not necessarily specific to here. It’s just a) people don’t really know the culture, and b) it is a big city … The people are great. The (players) are excited for the game. There’s nothing to be scared of. It’s pretty cool.”

The Brazilian media also asked McKee a football question, about what the offense will look like under new coordinator Kellen Moore.

And here, McKee provided some clues for what the offense might look like Friday night.

“A lot of pre-snap motion, a lot of changing things on defense,” he said. “I think it is more quarterback friendly of just being able to go through progressions. I think with football, we have a lot of good players, and you don’t want to slow down by having to think too much.

“You just want to go out and play fast, and have a kind of clean edge and go out and play. I think that’s kind of what they’re giving us this year – go out and play football, let’s not over-complicate things … We’re going to run what we run. I’m just excited to see it, and I’m just as excited for you guys to see AJ (Brown) and (DeVonta Smith) and Jalen and Saquon go do their thing.”

Contact Martin Frank at mfrank@delawareonline. Follow on X @Mfranknfl, on Threads and Instagram @martinfrank1.

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Rehoboth officials announce road closures for April 12 running festival

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April 10, 2026

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Rehoboth officials announce road closures for April 12 running festival

Thousands of runners are expected to compete Sunday, April 12, in the Coastal Delaware Running Festival 9K, half-marathon and full marathon.

The race routes will take participants around Rehoboth Beach and surrounding areas, causing brief closures and restrictions.

Access to the following Rehoboth-area roads will be restricted to street residents only from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 12: Henlopen Avenue (Henlopen Acres residents should use Second Street for access), Columbia Avenue, Grove Street from Columbia Avenue to Henlopen Avenue, Gerar Street, Sussex Street between Fifth and Fourth streets, Ocean Drive and Surf Avenue.

Drivers should also anticipate possible brief closures on the following roads from 7 to 9 a.m.: Lake Avenue, Oak Avenue, Second Street from Columbia Avenue to Lake Avenue, Virginia Avenue first block, and First Street from Virginia Avenue to Lake Avenue.

City of Rehoboth Beach officials appreciate motorists’ cooperation and patience during these closures.

For more information, including maps and pictures, go to codelrun.com.

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17-year-old girl hospitalized after shooting in Wilmington, Delaware: Police

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April 9, 2026

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17-year-old girl hospitalized after shooting in Wilmington, Delaware: Police

An investigation is underway after police said a 17-year-old girl was shot in Wilmington, Delaware.

According to the Wilmington Police Department, just after 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, on the 1400 block of North Walnut Street, officers found a 17-year-old girl gunshot victim.

Police said the teen was transported to a nearby hospital and placed in stable condition.

At this time, no arrests have been made. Police said the incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Douglas Rivell at (302) 576-3633 or provide information to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Tip-3333 or Delawarecrimestoppers.com.

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Delaware Lottery Powerball, Play 3 Day winning numbers for April 8, 2026

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April 9, 2026

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Delaware Lottery Powerball, Play 3 Day winning numbers for April 8, 2026

The Delaware Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at Wednesday, April 8, 2026 results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from April 8 drawing

03-16-17-42-52, Powerball: 03, Power Play: 2

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Winning Play 3 numbers from April 8 drawing

Day: 6-8-6

Night: 4-3-5

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Winning Play 4 numbers from April 8 drawing

Day: 4-8-1-8

Night: 3-7-1-3

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Winning Multi-Win Lotto numbers from April 8 drawing

02-06-14-19-25-34

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Winning Lotto America numbers from April 8 drawing

14-27-40-46-47, Star Ball: 02, ASB: 02

Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Play 5 numbers from April 8 drawing

Day: 9-8-2-4-9

Night: 4-7-6-1-8

Check Play 5 payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

Sign the Ticket: Establish legal ownership by signing the back of your ticket with an ink pen.
Prizes up to $599: Claim at any Delaware Lottery Retailer, in person at the Delaware Lottery Office, or mail your signed ticket and claim form; print your name/address on the ticket’s back and keep a copy/photo for records. By mail, send original tickets and documentation to: Delaware Lottery, 1575 McKee Road, Suite 102, Dover, DE 19904.
Prizes up to $2,500: Claim in person at Delaware Lottery Retailer Claim Centers throughout Kent, Sussex and New Castle Counties.
Prizes of $5,001 or more: Claim in person at the Delaware Lottery Office (business days 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with a photo ID and Social Security card.
For all prize claims, directions to the Delaware Lottery Office are available online or via mapquest.com for a map.

Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Delaware Lottery.

Can I claim a jackpot prize anonymously in Delaware?

Fortunately for First State residents, the Delaware Lottery allows winners remain anonymous. Unlike many other states that require a prize be over a certain jackpot, Delawareans can remain anonymous no matter how much, or how little, they win.

How long do I have to claim my prize in Delaware?

Tickets are valid for up to one year past the drawing date for drawing game prizes or within one year of the announced end of sales for Instant Games, according to delottery.com.

When are the Delaware Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
Play 3, 4: Daily at 1:58 p.m. and 7:57 p.m., except Sunday afternoon.
Multi-Win Lotto: 7:57 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Lucky for Life: Daily at 10:38 p.m.
Lotto America: 11:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday

Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.

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