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itsakpopalypse · 6 years ago
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Lou/Kim Hosung Astrology: How He Loves
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OML he’s so precious i wanna squish his cheekies
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Let’s talk tall boi
okay so his big 3 by our best estimation is Aries Rising, Sagittarius sun and Taurus moon, 2 fire and an earth
His chart lean is pretty evenly split between fire and earth, with one more earth and one air. no water whatsoever
that’s notable because water is the emotional element, so that suggests he isn’t prone to big emotional driven actions
we will get into that more as we go 
it’s just something that sets the tone of his chart
also his perfect split between mutable and cardinal suggests he can take the lead or be incredibly adaptable
so he actually seems very chill just looking at those facts 
for the romance-y stuff lessgo
Aries are confident go-getters, so he will seem pretty sure of himself in all situations
whatever he does he puts his WHOLE DAMN ASS INTO IT
we do not half ass anything in this house we whole ass it
can be a little brash, but his moon will help stop that from being too prominent since Taurus is basically the slowest moving most careful earth sign. 
since Aries is a cardinal sign though, he may seem a little intense and take charge in situations where others don’t seem to have their stuff together
Sun in Sagittarius, he is adventurous, lacks fear, and longs for intellectual insights, like he will ask you so many questions and fire back anything he thinks fits his own life
is really interesting to converse with
probably really laid back but still willing to talk to anyone
the kind of person who could make friends anywhere and with anyone
probably super curious and less cautious than he should be 
Taurus moon is affectionate but a bit shy and likes things to be very familiar
they are generally uncomfortable with change so his sun is a great balance to push him into more outgoing settings and to try new things
even if his moon will be a little filled with butterflies 
aw im soft
since your moons is the depth of your feelings he is steadfast and intentional
slow moving but once he has chosen for himself it is his focus
he will be a steady and reliable partner, but still be fun and spontaneous since his sun is so fiery. 
honestly looking through this chart I’m like he would be anyone's coolest best friend and just vibe in the most interesting way what a neat person?? where do i get one ???
let’s translate these and his other signs into a relationship starting with 
FLUFF
listen Sagittarius is the peter pan right? 
he doesn't WANNA grow up 
he wants to experience life and DO THINGS
but his Taurus moon will probably make him shy away even though his heart is BURSTING OKAY
Taurus is also one of the more artistic minded and sensual signs 
so he is creative and romantic and probably loves a cheesy rom com with cuddles
you may have to encourage his courageous side when emotions hit but you may have to chill him out where danger is involved
since his Mercury is Capricorn which is the cardinal of earth he will be really smart about his communication
so he will think things out well and be incredibly clever and quick witted
it suggests his humor is a bit sarcastic and savage and honestly 
like i consider Cap the most ‘millennial’ humor 
as in sarcasm and self deprecation 
but since that Aries stands proud he will probably still simultaneously know he’s pretty fantastic
like he knows he is awesome but also judges himself really hard probably
Venus in Sagittarius so this is interesting
of the fire signs it’s kind of more reserved romantically
Has REALLY high standards when it comes to what he wants in a relationship and intends for them to be met
not like how you look or sound or whatever
but will not tolerate disrespect of degradation on either side
has a lot of pride in keeping his relationships solid and communicative
an enthusiastic speaker, once he has set you as a comfortable person to communicate with he will lean into that and probably has a zillion incredibly interesting things he has pondered over about life and love that he wants to have deep conversations about
he would be the coolest to have talks about really relative things
might need some pushing if you want to discuss emotions 
that Taurus moon will win out only if you nourish and validate his feelings
so if you meet and he likes you somewhere a long the line, it will be a push and pull between Sagittarius wanting to love everyone and Taurus wanting to be sure of someone
the philosopher mind of a Sagittarius will draw him to you platonically and if you are affectionate, steady and warm his Taurus will basically flop down like a huge dog and beg for pats-metaphorically
His venus suggests that he would love to entice you with his wit, his spontaneity and his laughs,
He knows he is charming and full of life and he will use it against you 
and probably tease the ever living shit out of you for it
say he is cracking jokes or being adorable and you stare at him fondly, or giggle at a joke
he will be playful back
expect him to call you out
he is going to say something like “Oh I know I am beautiful but you’ll wear my face out staring like that.” with a wink
honestly a little shit sometimes wtf
doesn’t get jealous and doesn’t tolerate jealousy
so if you start as friends it will be this seamless fit into his friend group and he won’t even care if Ziu lays all over you or whatever
it won’t even seem abnormal to him even if he likes you
in fact he will probably just join the cuddle huddle or make sarcastic jokes about it
Sagittarius venus love fun and new experiences but they are not about to enjoy a shallow relationship
expect him to solidify boundaries and ask you out officially pretty quickly 
They are not a flighty sign even though they are a bit in the clouds sometimes 
the love an intense and passionate love and will not settle for less
Get you those healthy boundaries Lou
so i imagine as adventurous but thoughtful as his blend of signs is, especially with a Virgo Mars
he is going to think of the most interesting and sincere way to ask you out
maybe plan a day trip somewhere special
idk a hike or the beach or something 
and after he’s spent the entire day building memories with you 
he will ask you if you want to keep making these memories
maybe show you a little album on his phone of the selfies he’s taken with you for the last few months
wow soft and cute i love it 
and if you say yes he is going to start by being like oh yeah okay cool
then he will walk a few steps away and turn his back and start freaking out about how happy he is
a bouncy giggle mess over there and you’re like.... are you okay
he’s like.... *cough* yes I am FINE
sure you are
his north nodes is Libra so he is likely to need you around as he accomplishes goals
basically he wants to experience life with you and not separate from you and will work to make sure those goals align with each other
probably neither against nor particularly for public displays of affection
it will matter most to him that you are there with him, and if you want to add affection into it he won’t be opposed
but expect snark
“If you need to hold on to me you can.”
I also see him as the type to fall asleep on you during movies and really relish if he wakes up still in your arms
really low key affection is his thing
probably writes i love you on your leg with his finger when you are in the car or around people but he doesn’t wanna shout it out
likes to put his chin on your head and kiss the top of your head so gently
gently cups the side of your face and stares into your eyes all dreamy 
HAND KISSES
so cute I’m soft 
soft hours are closing
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must he do this I’m scared
WOOOP 
spicy talk 
INTENSE
playful but intesnse
Sagittarius are exploratory signs  so that will probably make it into the bedroom ngl
like they like new experiences
so he is going to be learning things and sitting you down to talk about hard yes’s and no’s
we stan healthy communcation
maybe a little switchy?
I think he prefers to be in charge of your pleasure but I think he would be down to try laying back and letting you take the reins
to be honest he seems like he would really be into blindfolding ?
like blindfold him and tell him he has to make you cum but he has to do it with just his hands
jfc those hands i think you’ll be okay
lives for excitement and trust in a relationship
it has to go both ways, the Taurus moon demands it
he wants you to trust him with your whole being and he will give that in return
he wants you to be greedy with your own pleasure
“Touch yourself for me baby, I wanna see you”
looks at you like a work of art he wants to paint with his hands and tongue and cum
probably nasty but in the absolute most intimate way
hey you know what he sounds like saying give me more already I expect that’s what you hear after your third orgasm sorry I don’t make the rules
with a Virgo mars (his actions) mixed with so much Sagittarius expect him to treat you like his own personal experiment
really wants you to be as vocal about it as he is 
communicate what you like and don’t
wants you to ride him so he can watch you and comment on how beautiful you are
“you want me to fuck you hard you have to earn it.”
teasing little shit i stg
the Taurus makes me think he is kind of really intimate about it all
the kind of guy who might spank you , but will massage it gently after, 
holds onto the back of your neck and pulls you into his thrusts 
probably furrows his brow in concentration
and he has this like.. excitable side with all this fire energy that makes me feel like he gets really energetic about the whole ordeal
like he is SO AMAZED you are letting him touch you that he just kinda 
implodes
probably makes the softest little groans when you run your nails down his chest
wants to be marked in places no one else can see
doesn’t think of it as ownership or “marking” in  a traditional way
thinks of it as little reminders on his skin for only you two to know about 
that’s kinda beautiful tbh 
aftercare is probably haphazard but it will involve a lot of touching,
like none of his signs are particularly care-taker-ey 
but he will be sure you get lots of affection after more intense sessions so  you feel loved and protected
probably kisses your face all over and pulls you into an embrace
mumbles about your future together as you fall asleep 
it’s really cute aw
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junker-town · 6 years ago
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3 NFL teams we believe in this season, against our better judgment
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Which non-contender do you think can shock the world in 2019?
Every NFL fan enters September with hope. For many, the promise of a February date with the Super Bowl is the ultimate goal. Others are just looking for subtle signs of growth and maybe a surprise trip to the postseason.
Today, we’re talking about the latter.
Somewhere, lurking below the shiny surface of contenders like the Patriots, Chiefs, Rams, and Eagles are the teams with long odds to fight beyond Week 17. These are the franchises shunted off to Thursday night showcases and broadcasts that fail to escape regional markets. And every year, a handful of these downtrodden, overlooked teams escape the gravity of last year’s losing records and shoot into the stratosphere of honest-to-goodness contenders.
Last year, the Bears cast aside doubts about their quarterback situation to win their first division title since 2010. One year earlier, the Jaguars rose up from a Mobius strip of misery to come within one quarter of their first Super Bowl appearance. Franchises like the Bills, Lions, Dolphins, and Raiders have all exceeded expectations to make postseason appearances since 2016 alone.
So who could it be this year?
The NFL has no shortage of faulty teams. Some (i.e., the Dolphins) won’t be able to overcome their myriad issues to find themselves in the thick of the playoff race come December. Others will shrug off these concerns to join the upper echelon of teams — or at least put the world on blast for 2020.
Here’s who we think have the chops to surprise in 2019, even if a quick look at their rosters or coaching staffs suggest otherwise.
Buffalo Bills
Teams with flawed quarterbacks have proven time and time again that a dominant defense can push them out of mediocrity and into the postseason. While Buffalo was a six-win team in 2018, it had the defense of a playoff contender. The Bills ranked second in yards allowed and third in yards given up per play. They were especially stingy against the pass; their 82.6 passer rating allowed was third-best in the NFL behind only Baltimore and Chicago — two division winners.
Now take that defense and add multi-purpose wrecking ball Ed Oliver to fill the gap Kyle Williams left behind in retirement. Even if Oliver needs some time to adjust — and reports suggest he won’t — that’s still a championship-caliber unit.
Of course, there’s one major caveat that could keep the Bills from surprising. Josh Allen was, objectively, a bad passer as a rookie. The Wyoming product completed less than 53 percent of his passes and had more interceptions (12) than touchdowns (10) for a low-wattage passing attack. Per Sports Info Solutions, only 63 percent of his throws were on target — 59th-best among all NFL quarterbacks last season and better than only one rookie, Lamar Jackson.
The Bills took steps to address this in 2019. So many steps, in fact. Buffalo signed or drafted eight different offensive linemen this spring in order to keep Allen comfortable in the pocket. The club added Cole Beasley, John Brown, Tyler Kroft, Lee Smith, Andre Roberts, and Dawson Knox as WR/TE targets and threw tailbacks T.J. Yeldon, Frank Gore, and Devin Singletary into the mix. No team in the league has done more to overhaul its offense than the Bills.
Will it help? We’ve seen passers like Jared Goff and Mitchell Trubisky turn their teams around as second-year starters with an upgraded cast of characters around them. That’s the blueprint Buffalo is following. It might work, too. — Christian D’Andrea
New York Jets
Sam Darnold hive, assemble.
Darnold had an up-and-down rookie season, but he ended it with a bang. Over his last four games, Darnold posted a passer rating of 99.1, which would have ranked 11th in the NFL if extrapolated for the whole season. He showed he has the pure talent to be an upper-echelon passer in the NFL, and now he has a coach, Adam Gase, who has strong track record with quarterbacks.
Darnold has help, too. The Jets’ offensive line got a big boost by trading for Kelechi Osemele, they signed Le’Veon Bell in free agency, and they quietly have a formidable trio of receivers in Robby Anderson, Quincy Enunwa, and Jamison Crowder.
There are two positions on the Jets that can really hurt them this season, though: cornerback and edge rusher. The team hoped to have found a gem in third-round pick Jachai Polite from Florida, but he was cut after failing to meet expectations during the preseason. Trumaine Johnson is a solid option at cornerback, but the Jets don’t have too much else at the position outside of Brian Poole — who does his best work as a blitzer.
Even with those deficiencies at cornerback and edge rusher, they should be in good shape to be in play for a wild card spot this year. The Jets have two wrecking balls on their defensive line with Quinnen Williams and Leonard Williams, and a stud linebacker in C.J. Mosley. If Darnold can pick up where he left off at the end of last season, the Jets will push for a playoff spot. — Charles McDonald
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
It sure seemed like Jameis Winston was set up to breakout in a big way in 2017. Instead, the Buccaneers finished 5-11 and he was pretty much the same guy that he was in 2015 and 2016.
Tampa Bay tried upgrading its defense in 2018, but everything more or less stayed the same. It was still a bottom-five defensive unit and Winston was still way too error-prone. Aside from some Fitzmagical stretches, the Buccaneers were a bad football team once again.
So it feels silly thinking that the Buccaneers will finally turn a corner, but here I am.
For one, I believe in Bruce Arians. He’s found success at just about every stop during his lengthy coaching career. Most recently, it was in Arizona, where he turned the Cardinals’ offense into one of the NFL’s best and got to the NFC Championship one season.
He has plenty to work with in Tampa Bay, which already had one of the more explosive offenses in the league. It really just needs to rein in the mistakes and dial up the efficiency, and Arians can help there.
The defense should be better under Todd Bowles, with Ndamukong Suh, Devin White, and Deone Bucannon all added to the mix. It doesn’t need to be ranked in the top five — just good enough not to drag down the big-play offense.
The NFC South is a notoriously weird, flip-flopping division. Don’t be too shocked if the Buccaneers make an unexpected surge to the top. — Adam Stites
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envirotravel · 8 years ago
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Surviving Songkran: Celebrating Thailand’s Wet and Wild New Year on Koh Tao
You thought fireworks were cool? Just wait until you see how Thailand marks the start of the Buddhist New Year: with a nation-wide water fight. This is real life.
From April 13th-15th every year Thailand is consumed by the joy of celebrating Songkran, which comes from a Sanskrit word translating to ‘passing.’ Once a solemn, sacred event in which images of Buddha were bathed, young Thais sprinkled water on the hands of elders and traditional dancing symbolically washed away the misfortunes of the previous year and warmly welcomed the new one. Even prior to Buddhism’s introduction to the Kingdom of Thailand, throwing water was part of a ritualistic Spring Festival in which farmers hoped for rain for their crops.
Well… times have changed. These days, Songkran has morphed into a super-soaker fueled, wet and wild water fight. It’s a truly joyful day in which locals, expats and tourists come together to literally bring the party to the streets.
Bangkok and Chiang Mai are among the most popular destinations to celebrate Songkran. In fact, Koh Tao isn’t even close to being one of the biggest draws — but we love our small island celebration and I can’t imagine spending the day elsewhere. While in many Thai destinations the party can rage from the 13th-15th, on Koh Tao, Songkran lasts just one day, April 13th. Conveniently, it’s one of the hottest, sweatiest days of the year.
Read more about Koh Tao’s annual holidays and events!
I’m lucky to be approaching my third Songkran here on Koh Tao. My first in 2011 was a blast, and the 2016 edition was even better. In preparation for 2017’s celebration, I’ve put together my top Songkran tips. While these are specifically written for those celebrating on Koh Tao, I’m willing to bet there are a few drops of wisdom for those ringing in the year further afield.
The Cardinal Sin of Songkran
This is literally the most important thing about Songkran: make sure you aren’t in transit during it! If you’re on the move, make sure to arrive on Koh Tao by April 12th at the latest (personally, I’d add in a buffer day in case of travel delays, and to leave a day to get prepped to party.)
And if you’re leaving the island right after the big day, be careful. The festivities may be over on Koh Tao, but Bangkok and Chiang Mai will still be popping off and you will not be granted mercy simply because you’re wheeling a suitcase.
If you absolutely must travel on one of these days (like I had to on April 14th last year), take a regional flight so you can pass through Bangkok without ever having to leave the airport. Bonus! You’ll get to see immigration officers celebrating at work in their cute Hawaiian shirts, a bizarrely charming part of the unofficial Songkran look (I’ve never been able to get an answer why!)
Also, Don’t Drive!
So you’ve made it safely to Koh Tao and are all settled in in time for the big party. Now, put away those bike rental keys for the day — seriously. I would never drive on Songkran!
Putting aside the fact that you’re most likely going to be boozing, and driving is the biggest safety hazard on Koh Tao on a good day, locals set up stations specifically to throw water and flour at passing bikes, which can cause a serious hazard for those not super experienced on two wheels. Accidents are crazy common. Stick to your own two feet to get where you need to go, and be extra careful on the road even when walking.
What To Wear To Songkran
You can’t just rock up to Songkran. No, you’ve got some serious prepping to do!
First, your outfit. Obviously, I’d start with the base of a bathing suit and wear fairly little on top of that — though I would wear something, because walking around in a bikini off the beach isn’t really cool in Thailand, and this day is no exception. Lots of Thai people wear the aforementioned Hawaiian shirts and lots of Western people wear ridiculous costumes. Last year I wore a surfing spring suit, a sparkly gold visor, and a donut pool floatie. So there’s that. You might also consider goggles or a ski mask, especially if you have sensitive eyes. Believe it or not, Koh Tao has a pretty well-stocked costume shop in Mae Haad next to in the Lomprayah building. Go wild!
A lot of people go barefoot on Koh Tao and especially on Songkran, when they’re worried about losing their flip flops. Personally I’m not about that barefoot life — get a cheap pair of knock-off Havianas, do your best to keep track of them, and you won’t weep if they get lost, but best case scenario you won’t step on a broken beer bottle either. Win-win!
Waterguns are fun to have, but not necessary, so don’t fret if you don’t grab one. They often get broken or bored of fairly quickly; if you don’t feel like spending money or contributing to a landfill a second-hand bucket will also do the the trick.
If you plan to drink throughout the day, bring along a sealed bottle or cup. Open-top cups are just asking to be contaminated with unfiltered water splashes, and I know you know you don’t want that.
Another thing to prepare for — many restaurants and shops close for the entire day. And you will want to line your stomach pre-Songkran. Last year, my friends and I did a big champagne brunch while we got ready — it was a blast! So ask around for somewhere that may be open or gather supplies for a snack-fest in your hotel before you go out. If you get stuck, 7-11 is always open.
Tip: Waterproof Everything
Aside from a water-tossing vessel and a beverage-drinking one, bring as little as possible. I usually have a small bag with my waterproof camera, some cash, and my house key. That’s it. As a contact-wearer who had way too many direct shots to the eye last year, I’ll also be throwing an extra pair into my dry-bag for this year’s festivities.
But basically — if you don’t want it wet, don’t bring it out of the house. If you do, you’ll spend the entire day getting agitated, and that’s no recipe for fun. Buy a proper diving dry bag (they are for sale all over Koh Tao and Khao San Road in Bangkok), grab one of those geeky phone pouches that goes around your neck or just simply seal things into ziplock bags.
But again, bring as little as possible. There’s a lot of spontaneous ocean swims and getting pushed in the pool, so you might want to tuck some cash into a pocket, put your room key on a string around your neck, and enjoy a day totally untethered.
Green Your Songkran
Koh Tao is a little tiny island with limited resources. Consider filling up your buckets, water guns and reserve tanks with sea water. The environment will thank you!
Pace Yourself
It’s easy to get carried away with day-drinking on such a debaucherous day. But remember it’s a marathon and not a sprint… or whatever it is people tell themselves to avoid blacking out early. Get a good night of sleep the night before, wear sunscreen, seriously drink a lot of water, remember to eat occasionally, and generally make a valiant attempt to pace yourself.
Make a Meet Up Plan
Because I don’t take my phone out on Songkran, I like to have a loose plan in place with my crew so we know where to find each other in we go off on solo adventures for a bit — intentionally or not. We usually kick things off at Banyan Bar before moving en masse down the beach, slowly making our way towards Fishbowl and Maya Bar with an obligatory stop at the DJL Pool. Last year we decided to retreat to a private villa party post-sunset, where I had a blast regrouping with anyone I’d lost throughout the day.
It doesn’t have to be that full-on, though. Just agree that if you get separated, you’ll meet at a certain bar at sunset.
Don’t Be a Jerk
Honestly, just don’t. Don’t put ice water in your water gun. Don’t put food coloring into the water you’re throwing on people. Don’t aim at people’s eyes, or ears, or drinks. (As if that needs further elaboration, you could ruin a contact wearer’s day, you could give a dive instructor an ear infection, or you could give someone a tummy bug. So just chill.) Yes, it’s a day of mayhem and no one should walk outside expecting special treatment, but it would be nice to just like, be kind of nice about the whole thing, no?
Also be aware that there’s kind of an unofficial cease-fire after sunset. After that is when most people head back home to dry off and change before heading back out again to continue their debauchery. Don’t be that one lone dude soaking people at midnight in the bar. You’ll deserve the dirty looks.
Make a Day After Plan
Chances are, April 14th is going to be a bit of a wash (how many water puns can I fit into one post?!) I strongly recommend a fresh coconut, a banana, and a breakfast with eggs in it — my go-to Thailand hangover cure — followed by as many massages as you can fit into the rest of the day.
Seriously though, the island will be pretty subdued, so you might not want to book any major tours or dive trips for that day. Last year my friends and I planned a hangover brunch at one of our houses, a tradition I hope will be annual.
Need one last peek at the fun cyclone headed Thailand’s way in just two weeks? Check out my silly Facebook video of behind-the-scenes footage from last year’s celebrations.
Happy Songkran soon, my friends! Have you been lucky enough to celebrate this festival? If so, leave your tips and tricks in the comments below!
Songkran photos in this post were taken with the Canon PowerShot G7X and its Canon Waterproof Housing or with a GoPro HERO3+ — both are perfect choices for photography on a wet day! See a full list of my photography gear here.
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junker-town · 8 years ago
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2017 NFL draft 1st-round results: One fun fact each about all 32 picks
Get to know the NFL’s newest stars!
1. Myles Garrett, Texas A&M DE, Browns
The man who nearly chose Ohio State because of its dinosaur studies demands a whole other list of fun facts.
2. Mitchell Trubisky, North Carolina QB, Bears
He was known as Mitch in college, but we can resolve any confusion by just using his nickname, “Mr. Biscuit,” which he got after someone mumbled their way through his name.
3. Solomon Thomas, Stanford DE, 49ers
He grew up in Australia, learned football in Texas, and owes his footwork to Irish step dancing.
4. Leonard Fournette, LSU RB, Jaguars
When he was a five-star recruit, his family came up with a group slogan that’s since become a thing in New Orleans and Louisiana football:
"Being United Generates Attitude'' (for Real) was the brainstorm of the parents of the nation's No. 1 prospect, Lory and Leonard Fournette Jr., according to the younger Fournette.
Fournette's mother, Lory, actually was awarded a trademark on the term "BUGA Nation'' on mid-December about two weeks following her initial Nov. 30 filing.
"It's something that everybody in my family put together,'' Fournette said last week. "It was pretty much everybody (involved). I was kind of a leader in it, but everybody helped out.''
What began as BUGA SUGA, with the latter word meaning "real, not fake,'' according to the younger Fournette, eventually evolved into BUGA Nation.
5. Corey Davis, Western Michigan WR, Titans
I'm sorry, but when TMZ rushes in, sweating, and delivers a headline like "NFL PROSPECT COREY DAVIS SISTER WANTS ASS IMPLANTS ... With Draft Money!" that's what you have to go with. I'm sorry.
6. Jamal Davis, LSU S, Jets
At least twice, he egregiously flopped his way into drawing flags on opponents.
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7. Mike Williams, Clemson WR, Chargers
Maybe not fun, exactly, but he overcame a broken neck and says it made him better at sports.
8. Christian McCaffrey, Stanford RB, Panthers
All-purpose on the field and off. He can play the piano and harmonica, and who knows what else?
Little ear candy for a Thursday afternoon with @dukesdirtymike. #Enjoy #BluesBoyz
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9. John Ross, Washington WR, Bengals
Fastest football player ever is pretty interesting, but there’s more to him than that.
10. Patrick Mahomes, Texas Tech QB, Chiefs
Yeah, his dad was the MLB pitcher.
11. Marshon Lattimore, Ohio State CB, Saints
His position coach, Kerry Coombs, says Lattimore allowed all of seven catches in 2016: "It's almost incomprehensible to play 13 games and allow seven catches on your guy in man-to-man coverage.”
12. Deshaun Watson, Clemson QB, Texans
Given a boyhood home by Warrick Dunn, he now pays it forward.
13. Haason Reddick, Temple LB, Cardinals
A former walk-on, mid-major defensive back is now an NFL first-round linebacker.
14. Derek Barnett, Tennessee DE, Eagles
He was Tennessee's first draft pick since 2014. Oh, you want something about Barnett himself? He's terrifying.
15. Malik Hooker, Ohio State S, Colts
Holds Ohio State’s career record for pick sixes, racking up all three in 2016.
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16. Marlon Humphrey, Alabama CB, Ravens
He comes from a ludicrously athletic family. His dad, Bobby, was an All-American RB at Bama, three of his siblings have been DI athletes, and another brother is a 2018 recruit who got Power 5 attention as a middle schooler.
17. Jonathan Allen, Alabama DT, Washington
Earned Heisman buzz while ranking 10th on the Tide in touchdowns as a defensive tackle.
18. Adoree' Jackson, USC CB, Titans
Fall in love with this dude either via his recruiting announcement, this postgame moment with his mom, or this show of humility after getting dusted by John Ross. Wait, wait, there was also this, when he had a Rose Bowl highlight ruined by somebody else's flag:
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19. O.J. Howard, Alabama TE, Buccaneers
By now, you know about how one of the highest-rated TE recruits ever somehow only had two 100-yard games in college, both in National Championships. Let him tell you about ending up at a 300-person high school.
20. Garrett Bolles, Utah OL, Broncos
His backstory is amazing, and he brought his baby son on stage while giving a mighty speech.
21. Jarrad Davis, Florida LB, Lions
You've heard of Gator Blocking Gator? Meet Gator Tackling Gator (which was actually a smart play).
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22. Charles Harris, Missouri DE, Dolphins
Mizzou's produced far more stud defensive linemen than anybody would've expected, and now one of #DLineZou's best is in the same city as the position coach (Craig Kuligowski, now with the Canes) who helped produce that reputation.
Someone definitely taught me well @LetsMeetAtTheQB I'm in your neck of the woods, for old times sake let's get to work! https://t.co/lH8ZGG62p4
— Charles Harris (@Charles_AO1) April 28, 2017
23. Evan Engram, Ole Miss TE, Giants
The Mackey Award, given to the nation's best tight end, decided during the middle of last season that Engram doesn't play the position, apparently. He is kind of a WR tweener, but still should've won.
24. Gareon Conley, Ohio State CB, Raiders
Not much fun to discuss at this point in time, as we wait for the resolution to a serious accusation.
25. Jabrill Peppers, Michigan S, Browns
You might've heard he played 11 different positions in college.
26. Takkarist McKinley, UCLA LB, Falcons
After being picked, he launched into an emotional, profane speech about his beloved grandmother, with Deion Sanders' mic caught in the crossfire. I didn't know what to make of the pick on football merits, but I'm happy Takk plays for my NFL team now.
27. Tre'Davious White, LSU CB, Bills
Look at this nonsense:
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Thank you.
28. Taco Charlton, Michigan DE, Cowboys
His nickname is the greatest biographic fact of this draft.
29. David Njoku, Miami TE, Browns
He weighed 246 pounds at the combine ... and was a national high jump champ in high school.
30. T.J. Watt, Wisconsin, Steelers
You might know of his brother, but do you know of his other brother?
31. Reuben Foster, Alabama LB, 49ers
He has a tattoo of archrival Auburn's logo, and there's a long story.
Check out the Auburn tattoo top LB recruit Reuben Foster got this summer. Tonight, he verbally committed to Alabama. http://pic.twitter.com/VORcxE4P
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 5, 2013
32. Ryan Ramczyk, Wisconsin OT, Saints
He soared from Division III to the first round, via two different scholarship offers from Paul Chryst.
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