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For all the Seahawks fans out there - a lot of Seattle shine.

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Sooooo-How was it???

it was super fun!! well, i say that, but we all saw that game lol, it was definitely an agonizing 2nd and 3rd quarter. if my brother in law hadn’t taken it upon himself to get me constant refills of vodka sodas i don’t know what i’d have done lmao. 

anyway, i just got home and here’s some rambling about everything below the cut if anyone is interested! 

football thoughts

we got the win, so thank god. i know it was an ugly one, but jesus christ did we need it. the season isn’t saved at 2-4 by any means, but at least it’s not COMPLETELY ruined yet.  defense stepping up was great to see! bj, trey, and dj in particular seemed like they were everywhere they needed to be when they needed to be there, which was awesome. and yeah, i know it was daniel jones and the giants, but they just beat a pretty decent seahawks team and were actually a playoff team two years ago, so i’ll take it for now! like as bad as our defense has been, it certainly hasn’t helped that we’ve been going against some of the top offenses in the league like the ravens and commanders. so it’s good to see them hold an opponent off that we should have been able to hold off, you know? 

special teams also was awsome! ryan rehkow’s punts are really cool to see in person! (they go so high!!) 

offense….well. um. we could use some work there! what was it, 5 punts in a row and then a fumble?? yikes yikes yikes. play calling…. execution…. all of it was a problem. but i guess they just couldn’t find a rhythm with that d-line, which is definitely one of the toughest in the league, so i get it. but we better start figuring it out by next week with myles garrett…

off the field, sideline thoughts

joe’s 47 yard TD was insane though!!! seeing that in person was wild because of how excited all the bengals fans were and how horrified the giants fans were lmao. and the way he dove right through the pylon at the end had me so scared he didn’t actually make it, it’s so stressful when no one is commentating and telling you exactly what’s going lol. but joe doing his flex!!! and ja’marr and tee and the rest of the guys running up to him! we got a pinky shake!!! ja’marr flexing back?!?! come on. that was adorable! 

speaking of adorable celebrations, after bj tipped that ball that led to germaine’s interception, they had a cute moment on the sideline that i wish i’d captured. they did a little hand shake/celebration thing, and then kind of just like, held onto each other’s arms for way longer than i thought they would lmao. i love those two, their dynamic needs to be talked about more! (and they were roommates etc etc) 

but other than that, it wasn’t really a game for a lot of cute moments 😔 mostly everyone was just frustrated on the sidelines! ja’marr couldn’t sit still and kept getting up to pace around (which feels very On Brand, so that was nice confirmation.) joe would stare intensely at his ipad and sometimes wander off to stand on his own for awhile and watch the game lol. i found it interesting that no one tried to interact with him in those moments, that must be something that he just does sometimes and everyone is used to it! 

OH at one point joe was super pissed after a play, i think it must have been one of his sacks, and you could tell he wanted to, if not slam, at least forcefully place his helmet back on the stand. but as he was about to do it, he noticed that jake’s helmet was in his spot lol. so he had to pause in his angry ritual and move jake’s helmet, and then just kind of sadly set the helmet down instead, poor guy, even that couldn’t go right :( 

and then the very scary part was when joe took that BIG hit and they made him go in the blue tent!!! god i was so drunk and confused and scared at that point, i had to hold my sister’s hand the whole time he was in there. but, thankfully he wasn’t in there long, and he came out looking even more pissed that they made him go in in the first place lmao. 

that’s about all i got! it was a really fun experience and i’m glad i got to see a W! wasn’t quite the week though for a lot of cute moments for sure. but oh well! i’ll see if i have any pictures or videos worth posting…. 

[kelcemenow]

Touchdown - Chapter 4.

Pairing Travis Kelce x Reader

Words 1083

Warnings No real warnings here. But I fell in love with him even more when writing this chapter. Just imagine those eyes on you.

CHAPTER 3.

CHAPTER 4.

As you typed the final few words of your latest post, your eyes fell onto the photo that was at the bottom of the screen. Travis was celebrating in the endzone, his face animated through his helmet, fists clenched down by his side. You caught yourself gazing at his eyes, bright and wide. Just as you were about to send the post, an internal email alert flashed up in the bottom corner. ‘London Games’. You looked back to your post and sent it out to the social media accounts. Before you could look back to the alert, Hannah rushed to your side. 

“So, are you up for it?” 

You stared up at her, your eyes blank. 

Hannah’s wide eyes changed instantly to confusion, “You haven’t read it have you?” 

“Read what?” 

Hannah grumbled some incoherent words and she grabbed the mouse of your computer and opened the email. Your eyes scanned across the many wordy paragraphs before you spied your own name, next to Hannah’s, hiding in amongst a long list of others. 

You pointed to the screen, “Why are we-?” 

“We’re going to Wembley! They want us to go to the London Games and report for the social medias!” 

You felt a small burst of excitement mixed with apprehension, “What? Really?” You turned to Hannah with a guilty expression, “I don’t think I’m ready for anything like that. I’m still very new to all of this.” You waved an arm, gesturing towards the room. 

Hannah’s mouth twisted, “Don’t be silly! I’ll be with you; I can do most of the talking if you want?” 

You paused. 

“It’s a weekend in a hotel, taking photos and whatnot. Simple!” 

If only to shut Hannah up, you nodded your head. She turned on her heels, satisfied that she had convinced you, and bounced back to her desk. Your eyes flickered back over the email and you searched for the playing teams, so you could prepare some information. 

‘Seattle Seahawks & Kansas City Chiefs’ 

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“Well, this is exciting!” Jess’s eyes were wide and animated, putting her book face down and shuffling across the bed to make more space for you.    

You continued leaning on her doorframe, “I know. I’ve been hating sitting at that desk so often. I won’t actually be doing any reporting, so to speak, but at least I’ll get out of the office.”    

Jess patted the space on the bed next to her, “What are you going to wear?”    

“That’s hardly important.”     

“Y/N, are you joking?” Jess leaned back in horror, “You might end up on the telly!”    

You snort a laugh, “Yeah sure, the new girl who doesn’t know the first thing about American Football is front and centre on ITV.”    

Jess shrugged her shoulders, “…in the background, maybe?”    

You slowly walked over to the bed and fell down backwards onto it. As you stared up to the ceiling, Jess' face appeared into your view, “Wanna watch a movie and fall asleep?” 

You smiled gently, “You read my mind.”     

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Wembley Stadium is huge. And you could only fully experience it's sheer size once you were in the centre of the pitch. As your head was starting to become dizzy from looking around at the thousands of empty seats, a few colleagues were making their way towards you.

“Y/N, we’re going to head to our viewing box now.” Richard, one of the stations managers gave you a wave, “I think Hannah was going to go out to the entrance to take some photos for the social media pages, you wanna go with her?”    

“Yeah sure, thanks.” 

Richard was a heavy-set man, with a very closely shaved head. He always wore dark jeans and a black polo shirt. With him was Pete, a tall, thin man with rounded glasses who always seemed to be on his phone. There was a woman with them who you had seen only a handful of times around the office. She was very beautiful with long, straight blonde hair and a slightly sour facial expression. Richard nodded and smiled warmly before turning away with the rest.

Taking one last look around and a deep breath, you started heading to where you assumed the entrance was. Each corridor looked vast and empty, it was early in the morning and the spectators weren’t permitted into the stadium yet. There was a press office that you had seen earlier to collect your pass but aside from that, you were exploring the building blindly. Your head turned quickly whilst you searched for the door but all you could see were bars and toilets. Slightly ahead of you on the left was a set of large blue double doors with a shiny plaque across each of them.

‘No Spectator Access’.  

You paused for a second.  

You weren’t exactly a spectator in the literal sense. The door pushed open easily with a quiet squeak. The corridor ahead of you was narrow, a stark difference from the wide spaces on the other side of the door. You meandered your way through the blank walls and endless doors hearing muffled noises behind each one on your way.  

Suddenly, there was a deep laughter from behind you as one of the doors opened quickly. Half a dozen large men spilled from the room, all chatting loudly between themselves. You pressed your back against the cold wall so they could move past you when one of the men caught your eye. He was tall and broad, with short buzzed dark hair and a hint of a beard that had been recently trimmed. His light eyes almost twinkled as he laughed and his smile was wide that it made his eyes crease to almost nothing.  

It was Travis Kelce.  

As he moved passed you, his eyes locked with yours and you could feel your heart stop for a second. A short breath escaped your dry lips as they moved into a half smile. Travis glanced towards his companions quickly before turning back to you. He winked, cheekily. Your tongue darted out of your open mouth to moisten your lips and you could swear his stare moved down. Your chest seemed to be rising and falling slowly and your knees slightly weakened. Feeling for the painted brick wall behind you to ensure you didn’t lose your balance, he almost looked as if he was about to say something before his head whipped back around and he disappeared around a corner, leaving only the sound of laughter and excited chatter.    

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Cowboys vs. Seahawks

Jake 'Hangman' Seresin x Javy 'Coyote' Machado | NFL!AU

Summary: The Cowboys had it out for the Seahawks since the last time they played. A bad injury leads to a love confession between two best friends.

wc: 1975

A/N: ayeeee look at me writing for ships! My sister took me to a football game and I was telling the unimind about doing a football au... and I knew i had to do my favorite best friends to lovers. A lil snippet for something bigger? idk.

The locker room was electrified as Jake approached the door, the quiet stadium now in the distance. Mickey’s excited voice vibrated along the blue and silver walls. Jake raised his eyebrows and pushed open the door, his teammates bouncing around as they got dressed for the anticipated game. 

"Hey, Mav!" Reuben perked up as he laced his cleats. The coach looked up from his clipboard, unimpressed by their childlike taunts towards the Seahawks. 

Jake couldn't care less about what they were discussing, his thoughts still in bed hungover with his friend tucked into his side. He shoved his duffle back into his corner, the plays going on in his mind were being invaded by thoughts of his best friend. Instead of running into the in zone, Jake thought about crashing into the crisp sheets of Javy's hotel room. 

"How much do you think we'll get in fines for a sprained ankle?" Mickey joked. 

Maverick let out a chuckle, shaking his head at the rookie. "None of that. Just a fair game." 

The blond heard the whispers from a couple of his teammates, Harvard and Yale who sat in the corner. He stilled, his eyes glancing at his nameplate but his ears were listening. They hated the Seahawks the most after their last matchup. The foul play from the two teams had ESPN buzzing for weeks and the endless finger pointing and Twitter feuds had both teams up in arms. It was at least good for ticket sales. Jake caught something about an ejection, an ambulance, and something about putting a player out for the remainder of the season. 

He needed to warn Javy. 

His hand darted for his bag, hastily rummaging through its contents. He needed to clear it off the clutter, he grimaced at the ungodly amount of Cowboys towels he had. Jake finally grabbed a hold of his phone, his thumb typing in his passcode. Warlock spoke up, his deep voice stopping him in his tracks. "Seresin. The cameras are on. Let's go," he spoke evenly. 

Jake let his phone fall back into his bag. He could only pray Javy was smart enough to see what some of his team was willing to do to them. The guy had always been smart. Back in college, Javy didn’t hesitate to approach his former teammate, telling him things he had been hearing about the opposing team and how to counter them, Javy watched—stalked then reported back to his ‘pack’ as he called them. Perhaps he was also smart, knowing how Jake’s heart was beating out of his chest every time they were in the same city, how his breath hitched when they spoke on the phone, and oh how he wished Javy could see the blush that covered his cheeks when they did a video chat.

Things changed when Jake stepped onto the field, fans chanted his name, and roaring loud music blasted in his home stadium. He had to focus on the game, they had to make it to the playoffs, so he left all thoughts of Javy in the back of his mind. 

The Cowboys were down by 7, the Seahawks making their field goal look effortless. Jake huffed and angrily took off his helmet as he walked off the field to let his opponent celebrate. “Son of a bitch,” he muttered bitterly, one of the coaches coming up beside him with his laminated paper covering his lips. His offense tapped him on the shoulder, telling him kind words of reassurance while they passed him on the way to the field. 

“It’s only the third quarter, Seresin,” Hondo chuckled, “We’ve got the ball now, just relax.” 

Jake let the older man calm him down, even managing to wave to the fans in the crowd and giving them a signature Seresin smile. Hondo stood in front of him, his sheet in between the two to show him a play. The cheering was normal, loud and overbearing which made Jake lean in so he could hear what his coach was telling him. The game went on behind him—he had to focus on the win. 

“Medic! Medic!” They started to chant. A few voices became a whole section and the section turned into a whole side of the stadium followed by sympathetic claps. Jake’s green eyes glanced upward at the concerned looks in the crowd. Something wasn’t right. His eyes fell on Hondo, whose own eyes were locked on the field. 

“Fuck,” fell from his lips. 

Jake’s heart began to race, his ears suddenly began to ring. He prayed to a God he rarely spoke to anymore as he turned around. The two teams were mixed in the middle of the field, the medics rushing to get to the down player. “No, no, no, please,” he whispered. He looked downward, cleat clad feet moving around just enough to see the player with his Seahawks helmet a few feet from his head and cracked from the impact. It was him, identified by the jawline he drunkenly got to know the night before

Jake’s heart dropped to his churning stomach, seeing his world lying on the floor lifeless. His whole world had come to an abrupt halt. 

“Injured player from Seattle. Number twenty-five, Javier Machado.”

Jake ditched his helmet, ignoring the pleas from his team as he ran as fast as he could to Javy’s side. “Javy!” he shouted brokenly as he approached. The medic looked up, his gloved hand halting the player before Jake could drop to his knees. 

“Sir we need space,” he tried to tell Jake calmly, easily recognizing the worried look on his face. 

“Is he ok? Tell me he’s alright!” he screamed. His eyes were still locked on his friend, a line of crimson blood flowing from his right nostril. Another one of the medics was trying to feel for a pulse. A life with Javy flashed before the blond’s eyes; a couple of Super Bowl rings, a place in the French Quarter, and maybe a kid and a dog.  This didn't look like his Javy. Brush it off like you always do, get up, please get up, but he continued to lay there unresponsive. 

“We won’t know if we don’t get some room. We have a pulse now let us do our job!” The man with his fingers to the darker skinned man's throat yelled out.

A comforting hand pulled him back, Javy’s teammate Bradley gently telling him that he’ll be alright. Jake shrugged him off and focused his attention on the smug Cowboys linebacker. “Harvard!” Jake seethed, marching over and shoving his shoulder, “This is your fucking fault!” 

“What the fuck, Jake?” Harvard gasped, cocking his head to the side. 

“I heard you.” Jake jabbed his finger into the NFL logo on the center of his chest. “I fucking heard you. Now Javy—” 

It clicked in Harvard's head, “Your boyfriend’s fine, Seresin,” he spoke quietly, not trying to mask the laugh in his tone. 

“Did you see his helmet?” 

Brigham rolled his eyes, “He’s fine.” 

Jake shoved him one last time, sending the man to the ground. “Look again. If he doesn’t come back from this, his blood’s on your hands.” 

He got up and shoved Jake gruffly, balling his fist and rearing it back. It was a lucky shot, said fist colliding with Jake’s perfect nose. Jake wiped his nose and flung the drops on Brigham’s clean uniform. He was about to lunge forward when a ref got in between them. “Sit down!” he commanded. Jake tried to take another step. “Knock it off right fucking now or I’ll make sure the two of you are ejected.” 

Jake and Brigham broke it up, Rooster coming up to tell Jake to follow the two medics carrying Javy on a stretcher to get his nose checked. 

He’d follow Javy to the ends of the earth, and after a couple of hasty texts and short replies from his coaches, Jake followed Javy to the hospital. He impatiently waited for several hours with a butterfly bandage over the bridge of his nose and a bloody tissue resting on his jean-clad thigh. He sat silently, trying to hear what the doctor and the head coach of the Seahawks, Beau Simpson, were discussing. “Let him be ok, I need him. He’s all I have,” Jake murmured to himself, the threat of tears only making his nose hurt worse. “He’s all I want.” 

Jake slumped further into his uncomfortable chair. Regret flashed in his mind, not telling Javy he loved him when Jake had him right there. He wished he would’ve said something the night of the draft a couple years ago when he first realized he was in love with his best friend. 

“Kid? You’re still here?” Beau asked gently, a clear look of confusion on his face as he stepped out of the hospital room. Jake lurched forward and rose to full height, his hands beginning to shake. 

“Is he ok?” he asked instead, ignoring his question. 

The man let out a soft chuckle and finally, he nodded, “Bad concussion. He’ll be out for a few weeks, but he’s expected to be ok.” 

Jake could finally breathe, his lungs had never felt more relieved. “Oh thank God,” he exhaled sharply, trying to nonchalantly wipe the tears that pooled in his eyes. Beau stepped forward and put his hand on the blond’s shoulder.

“You both played for Texas, is that right?” 

“Y-yes, sir.” 

“Well it’s no wonder Mav called you the bonded pair,” he said amused. “Go to him, he’ll be happy to see you.” 

The coach left after another reassuring squeeze to his shoulder and Jake timidly walked into the room. Javy was lying in bed, an IV hooked up to his arm and his head resting delicately on the mildly comfortable pillow. “Hey,” Javy spoke smoothly, his crooked smile enough to make the other man swoon. 

“H-Hey,” Jake replied, natural charm locked away. 

Javy took in a deep breath and smiled softly at his friend, “I’m fine, Jake. I’m good.” 

The man finally broke down at the confirmation, his lower lip trembling as all the pent up tears cascaded down his cheeks. Javy slowly sat up and reached for him, hand gripping the back of Jake’s neck and pulling him close. 

“I was so worried,” he sobbed. “I knew they were gonna pull something but I didn’t think it’d be you.” 

Javy chuckled, “Don’t cry for me, Jake. A tackle can’t take me out.” 

Jake pulled back suddenly, Javy’s lips parting his surprise. The blond stood back and looked down at him in disbelief, “That hit was bad. Brain damage, Javy! Did you see that goddamn helmet?” 

There was a pause as Jake paced the cold floor. Javy cleared his throat, “Why are you so upset?” he asked calmly. 

The other man looked at him like he was crazy. “I could have lost you,” he scoffed. “The only person I care about in the world, taken out by some vengeful airheads. Javy I-” 

“You what?” Javy spoke instantly, his voice calm yet firm. He hoped this was going where he thought. 

“You’re my best friend—and I-I- I love you. It’s always been you.”

Javy broke out into a wide smile, “Since the first day we practiced together? Back in school?” 

“Yeah,” he chuckled, “from the very first day, Javs.” 

Javy shifted in his seat and motioned for Jake to come back to his side. He took the paler man’s hand in his, brown eyes meeting emerald green. “I’m in love with you,” he admitted, a year's worth of weight lifted off his chest. His hand slid upward to wrap around the back of his beck, pulling him down for a tender kiss. When they pulled away blissfully, he spoke again, “So very much in love with you. Even if you play for the Cowboys.” 

[ncisfranchise-source]

“I loved it. I got to do some big cable work, explosion pullbacks, landing on the ground, concussion stuff. It was awesome. I mean, that’s why people tune in!” actor Todd Lasance says of NCIS: Sydney.

He’s not wrong. NCIS, now at 20 US seasons, has been a ratings blockbuster for CBS, spawning offshoots NCIS: LA, NCIS: New Orleans and NCIS: Hawaii.

Time for a little perspective from the other side of the Pacific which, according to Lasance, splashes Sydney Harbour across the screen.

“Our HQ is literally on Sydney Harbour… we open the doors and look to the right and the Harbour Bridge is above us.

“I know people say it’s priceless but you can’t put a price tag on that kind of view. Then we’re shooting with the Australian Navy on their bases, on the aircraft carriers. We were in the Seahawk helicopters, on the battleships, on the base with Navy personnel.”

Indeed the new series by Endemol Shine Australia lets the boys and girls play with big toys all in the name of naval investigation and security down under.

“We used the Rural Fire Fire Brigade HQ command (which they use for) a statewide bushfire operational command. It looks like a war room and we had 150 Naval crew in there,” Lasance continues.

“Stepping onto these bases, we all had to get clearances and go through the security checks. It was next level!

“This is actually happening!”

“I remember one shot in particular. Mackey (Olivia Swann) and I are flying the chopper and we’re on the deck of this gi-normous aircraft carrier. We’re in a Seahawk helicopter and we look over to the left and there’s the Harbour Bridge in the distance and we’re like, ‘This is actually happening!’ A chopper roars in on top of the carrier, everyone’s got their gear on, helmets for sound protection. Standing under the helicopter when it was 20 metres above the ground and the blades are nearly knocking you on your face… it’s awesome. They haven’t held back.”

Lasance, whose credits include Without Remorse, Spartacus: War of the Damned, True Spirit, Rescue: Special Ops, The Secrets She Keeps and Bite Club, plays AFP sergean Liaison Officer Sergeant Jim ‘JD’ Dempsey, thrown together with Former Marine Corps Captain turned NCIS Special Agent Mackey (Olivia Swann) when an American Submariner dies during a ceremony, marking the AUKUS agreement.

“We’ve got two sides clashing and that creates the friction”

But it’s not a welcome partnering, which differs from the unity that often exists in procedural investigation teams.

“Usually it’s ‘here’s your family and we’re gonna go on the journey’, whereas we’ve got two sides clashing and that creates the friction,” he continues.

“We’ve got those elements where we butt heads and keep each other on our toes. There’s also these beautiful, vulnerable moments and emotional elements peppered throughout the series. We get a bit of an insight into why they are the way they are. They save each other’s lives and rely on each other as well. So it’s the best dynamic, and the cast, I swear to you, is one of the greatest casts I have ever worked with. It’s like I have extended my own family.”

The crew also comprises AFP Constable Evie Cooper (Tuuli Narkle), Special Agent DeShawn Jackson (Sean Sagar), Forensic Pathologist Doctor Roy Penrose (William McInnes) and young Forensic Scientist Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson (Mavournee Hazel).

“He’s always paying her out, talking about ‘my jurisdiction'”

“JD is a dream role. He’s a country boy, the larrikin of the show. He’s kind of the comedic relief and the clash with Mackey, who comes in all business-like. She’s the maverick of the series and JD is breaking down her walls, and he ribs her all the time. He’s always paying her out, talking about ‘my jurisdiction,'” he explains.

“There’s cultural clashes between the Australianisms and the Americanisms and all that sort of stuff. But he grew up as a school teacher, and then ends up joining the AFP. He’s the head negotiator so he’s the leader. But obviously, the NCIS team is having to work side by side, to form a new kind of unit, which is a unique part of the show.”

Lasance also tackled all but one stunt in character.

“All the Spartacus training and the SEAL training I got to deal for Without Remorse and Black Site, comes into play. But I also like to do the stunts, because they get to use the shots. They don’t have to cut around those intense reactions. And then Liv who played Mackey kicks arse. She’s a weapon. She was stunt training, fire training, doing extracurricular stuff. She would finish on set, go straight to the stunt gym, do her fight training. We’re all hitting the gym, making sure we’re physically on point!”

“The enemy could be within”

In addition to the weekly crimes, creator Morgan O’Neill has woven in a further threat, if somewhat shrouded in mystery, across the 8 episodes.

“There’s an overarching enemy that could be embedded. So the enemy could be within. But there’s also an enemy that’s operating on a far bigger scale than what we realise. That’s the core of where our series goes and the finale episode heavily relates to my character too. It comes to a real head and the threat is on a huge scale,” he warns.

“If you’re really paying attention and you watch each episode, they start layering it in, and you start putting the dots together.”

After its World Premiere in Australia, NCIS: Sydney is fortunate enough to win a network screening on CBS next week. Are the writer / actor strikes to thank for this profile scheduling? Lasance isn’t sure but grateful for the exposure.

“All of our contracts are obviously local through MEAA, a local production company, through Paramount+ here. There was nothing relayed to us, initially, in the process. All of our deals are local and obviously, that’s why we had the SAG clearance when the strike happened,” he continues.

“The strike… in a weird way, it’s kind of helped NCIS: Sydney”

“The strike has reduced how much content is being put out, particularly on a global scale. So in a weird way, it’s kind of helped NCIS: Sydney and the franchise itself, because they’ve created an entire series that’s been allowed to shoot and continue production. I think it was us and the Game of Thrones spin-off in London.”

A second season will obviously depend on its performance in Australia and abroad, but Lasance is hopeful Australians will feel a sense of pride in having a local series elevated onto US network television. That may lead to more episodes and ultimately, more casting opportunities.

“It opens up those opportunities that you would never normally have access to. It allows you to pick and choose a little bit more and go after the roles that you really want to go for… it’s all about the heat…. but when you don’t have the heat, it’s a bit of politics that goes into the castings. You can miss out on jobs because you don’t have the profile at the time,” he says.

“I feel the pressure”

Lasance adds, “There’s such a massive following for NCIS, but I feel the pressure. I hope that they love the new series but the Australian audience is tough to win over sometimes. So I hope they’ve got a sense of pride to it. It’s shot here… local production, all local crews, Australian directors. Olivia and Shaun are from the UK, but everyone else’s Aussie on board.

“So we’re hoping that Australia then gets behind it.”

NCIS: Sydney premieres Friday on Paramount+

[beardedenemytree]

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NFL Week 9 Review

This week is all about the good old days (well, the old days anyway).We had a ton of100 yard rushers, missed field goals (egad!) and Joe Flacco looking like (but alas not playing like) Johnny Unitas in his black hightops and horseshoe adorned helmet (too bad it didn't have a single bar facemask, those were so cool).

All this old timey stuff gave me a suspicion that 300 yard passing games were a bit down this year and that running the football had become a thing again, so I took a look at this year compared to 2023 through week 8.

Guess what? I was right! Oh Poppet, really? Yes! Here are the results:

300 yard passing games 2023: 58

the same for 2024: 37

100 yard rushing games 2023: 36

2024: 59

That's quite a turnaround from one season to the next. It seems that running is the new passing.

So in honor of Old Time Football, this week I will report on teams using their cities and names of origin. See if there's any you didn't know!

The week started with the debacle in New York, as the Titans beat my beloved Texans. The less said the better, but essentially the OL's inability to protect C.J. Stroud is grounding what should be a great offense. Injuries to key WRs are also a problem, but everyone has injuries. Not everyone has Stroud, so this team should stop underperforming and get their shit together. Damn it.

Not having the Texans to watch on Sunday, I was able to have a look at some of the up and comers in the league. I really like Bo Nix, despite the Broncos getting demolished by the Cleveland Browns. Nix isn't quite up there with Jayden Daniels yet, but he's no Bryce Young.

Bryce Young in fact, is no Bryce Young, at least not as Bryce Young-ish as he once was. The time off has helped him and he actually led the Panthers to a win against the Saints. Losing to the Panthers was so demoralizing that Saints HC Dennis Allen was fired. The last time Allen was fired (while coaching the Oakland Senors*) his starting QB was Derek Carr, who is also the current Saints starting QB. Some guys never learn.

The Cleveland Browns game was brought to you by the number 3. That's the number of sexual assaults committed by Jameis Winston (that we know of) and also the number of interceptions he threw in the Browns' loss to the L.A. Chargers. Ha ha ha. Ha ha ha again.

The Falcons beat the Dallas Cowboys, and the best moment of the game was when Dak Prescott said on the sidelines "We fucking suck". His words, not mine, but I'm Poppet Green and I approve this message.

The Cowboys are now at 3-5 in their "all in" season.

Jayden Daniels continues to be the real deal as the Boston Racial Slurs got past the New York football Giants. Daniels is a lot of fun to watch and this time he didn't even need a Hail Mary.

Speaking of last week's Fail Mary, the Chicago Staleys looked quite stale in their loss to intercity rival the Chicago Cardinals. Generational Talent Caleb Williams is starting to fade a bit, so perhaps it's time to think about a coaching change. I would.

The other scores this week:

The Buffalo Bills over the Miami Dolphins in an AFL game, 30-27. Tua is back but not the wins.

The Houston Oilers beat the Boston Patriots in overtime, despite late game heroics from Drake Maye, another good looking rookie QB

The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Jaguars despite some horrendous coaching from Nick Sirianni

The Cleveland Rams beat the Seattle Seahawks due to a horrific INT by Geno Smith in the end zone

The Green Bay Packers lost to the Detroit Lions, the best team in football. The Texans play the Lions next week and I am not happy about it

The Minnesota Vikings beat Joe Flacco and the Dallas Texans, which helps out the Houston Texans quite a bit

And in MNF the Dallas Texans beat Tampa Bay 30-24 in OT. This game highlights once again how awful NFL OT rules are. Each team should have at least one shot on offense. Boo NFL!

So how many of the teams did you know? In case you're scoring at home, there are a total of two Dallas Texans (the Baltimore-Indianapolis Colts, the Kansas City Chiefs) and three Cleveland teams (the LA-St. Louis-LA Rams, the Cleveland Browns-Baltimore Ravens, the Cleveland Browns).

*Okay, technically they've always been the Raiders, but the original team name of Senors was chosen in one of the awful name the team contests, but fortunately someone figured out how stupid that was and a change was made before the season started.

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Sports Collectibles in Washington

Washington, a state renowned for its rich sports culture, is home to a passionate community of sports enthusiasts and collectors. Whether you’re a fan of baseball, football, basketball, or hockey, the state offers a vibrant market for sports memorabilia and collectibles. Collectors in Washington can find unique pieces that celebrate the achievements of local teams and national sports icons.

Why Collect Sports Memorabilia?

Sports collectibles hold a unique appeal for fans and enthusiasts, as these items serve as tangible connections to memorable moments in sports history. Items like autographed jerseys, game-worn gear, vintage trading cards, and championship rings not only embody the spirit of the game but also hold potential investment value. Collecting can be a rewarding hobby, whether for personal enjoyment or financial gain.

Key Sports Teams and Collectibles in Washington

Washington is home to several iconic sports teams, each with its own dedicated fan base and distinct memorabilia:

1. Seattle Seahawks (NFL)

The Seahawks are one of the most popular teams in Washington, with their passionate fan base known as the “12th Man.” Collectibles for Seahawks fans include signed footballs, helmets, jerseys, and Super Bowl XLVIII memorabilia when the team claimed victory in 2014.

2. Seattle Mariners (MLB)

Baseball fans in Washington have a deep connection to the Mariners, with prized collectibles featuring players like Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro Suzuki, and Randy Johnson. Vintage baseball cards, autographed bats, and limited-edition commemorative plaques are highly sought after by collectors.

3. Seattle Kraken (NHL)

As a relatively new addition to the Washington sports scene, the Seattle Kraken have already begun to build a dedicated fan base. Collectibles such as inaugural season pucks, signed jerseys, and team photos are becoming popular among collectors looking to commemorate the franchise’s early history.

4. Washington Huskies (NCAA)

The University of Washington Huskies are known for their strong college football and basketball programs. Collectibles related to the Huskies often include autographed footballs, jerseys, and vintage program guides from historic games.

Where to Find Sports Collectibles in Washington

Collectors can explore various options to find rare and valuable memorabilia:

Local Sports Memorabilia Shops: Stores in cities like Seattle and Tacoma often carry a selection of team-specific collectibles, including autographed items and vintage pieces.

Sports Conventions and Trade Shows: These events offer collectors the chance to browse an extensive range of memorabilia and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Online Marketplaces: Platforms such as eBay, sports memorabilia websites, and dedicated Facebook groups provide collectors with a convenient way to buy and sell items.

Tips for Collecting Sports Memorabilia

To ensure your collection is authentic and valuable, keep these tips in mind:

Verify Authenticity: Look for items that come with certificates of authenticity or have been verified by reputable third-party services.

Condition Matters: Ensure that items are in excellent condition, as this greatly impacts their value.

Research and Network: Stay informed about the current market trends and connect with other collectors to discover exclusive opportunities.

Conclusion

Washington’s sports collectibles scene offers an exciting opportunity for fans and collectors to celebrate their favorite teams and players while potentially making a lucrative investment. Whether you’re hunting for a signed Seahawks jersey, a vintage Mariners card, or a unique piece of Kraken history, the state’s collectibles market has something for everyone.

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Buffalo Bills, Seattle Seahawks Share Common Foe

Sun Tzu bet against the Seahawks.  I watch sports because I like the games and a handful of teams, not because I think I can outfox betting outfits which I understand run as for-profit enterprises.  But the original self-help author’s timeless advice to not interfere with an enemy while he makes a mistake shows why life reflects football and vice versa.  The general made a little scratch by noticing both teams combined for a common goal.  Seattle helped Buffalo beat Seattle.

The Seahawks showed a lot of fight.  Sure, it was against each other.  But you can’t expect competitors to remember every detail.  Getting aggressive with coworkers might help in practice.  The tricky part is to refocus rage when another team arrives.  Coaches could help with that, but they must address getting the quarterback the ball first.

Seattle’s center is Buffalo’s MVP.  Getting saved by a bad snap was not planned by Sean McDermott no matter how much he’d like to take credit.  Tripping the quarterback offered a nice change of pace.

Fear of success was a common theme for Seattle.  Helping foes is a novel way of coping.  There must be some excuse for the host’s unnerving lack of focus.  Perhaps they were unfamiliar with rainy conditions, which are as inherent to their city as Archie McPhee.  Tyrel Dodson finally helped the Bills.

It’s tough for Tom Brady to observe a quarterback who doesn’t cheat and still possesses his soul.  The erstwhile divisional tormenter is lousy at his current job, which is a relief except for those who must endure him talking about football.  Downplaying a cheap shot to Josh Allen’s jaw is his way of expressing solidarity.  You just know the poor color commentator wanted to recommend deflation to help with wet footballs.

Advice wouldn’t have helped Geno Smith.  I support him remaining in the league as an alleged comeback success.  But that’s because my team played his.

Nobody can go 21 for 29 while looking terrible like Smith.  It’s a skill of sorts.  He got off to a good start if he was aiming for Greg Rousseau.  Precision while throwing to Bills was a theme for the Pinstripe Bowl loser, who was accurate when throwing at a defender’s helmet.  A resentful outburst allowed Smith to be at what could be called his best.

I hope a frustrating result doesn’t make Smith surly.  I fear it’s too late.  The perpetually unhappy quarterback has found a comfortable rut in a mutually deficient relationship.

Which came first: the Seahawk or the egg?  The endless question of how much of his crankiness is based on lousy circumstances is the English major’s inadvertent contribution to philosophy.  Yet unpleasant conditions sure seem to follow him.  The player’s abilities certainly couldn’t cause the uncanny coincidence.  He's been Bad Luck Geno for a decade and not about to change who he is now, which shouldn’t shock any professional football managers.  But don’t tell the Seahawks, who are banking on a new quarterback emerging in his 12th season.

By contrast, Buffalo’s personnel squad looks like they found the talented players they need.  Khalil Shakir is quiet while answering every question the offense asks of him. 

And no offense, bro, but when did you become a receiver?  Keon Coleman is a Super Trooper who’s trying to reverse the notion that he could become Kelvin Benjamin with a lighter appetite.

Buffalo could still manage some improvements in case they face a foe who has not engaged the self-destruct sequence.  Dorian Williams is all over the field, which is not a compliment if the ball is elsewhere.  Terrel Bernard healing is the best defensive strategy.

Consistency remains a concern even if timing shifted.  The Bills waited until the second quarter to underachieve.  Seattle’s implosion pre-empted a potentially infuriatingly close game from ever happening.  Be thankful for the timeline you missed.

Enthusiasts regarding negativity keep saying lulls will eventually catch up.  It’s a delight for fans of misery to note they’re correct.  No NFL club gets to keep playing teams that self-sabotage out of fearing success.  The upside of kvetching is prompting an avoidance behavior that could lead to justified negativity.

Reducing interceptions is easier in the singular.  The Bills braced this long for one from their savior.  Everyone makes mistakes, even if it took Allen into the eighth game to make one.  The ostensible turnover machine stubbornly doesn’t care about the narrative from his enemies who don’t watch him play.

While it’s not a relief to end the streak, even Allen is bound to let a rain-slicked ball slip from his fingers into the hands of a Seahawk.  The sole turnover could’ve swung momentum if Seattle weren’t so into masochism.  The anti-Geno still managed an impressive 102.9 rating despite a thrown turnover.

More importantly, Allen responds to situations instead of just accumulating impressive statistics.  Decent numbers are a byproduct of rising to meet needs.  Rain can’t prevent a first down or touchdown from a determined participant.  True competitors rise to game conditions no matter the weather ones.

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Nice day at the campsite in plenty of shiny blue gear.

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DK Metcalf caught swinging helmet at teammate during training camp fight on live broadcast

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DK Metcalf caught swinging helmet at teammate during training camp fight on live broadcast

Training camp brawls are not uncommon, as we’ve seen this week in New Jersey between the Giants and Lions.However, Seattle Seahawks star DK Metcalf found himself in an intense one on Wednesday, and a live television camera captured a good chunk of it.The NFL Network was doing a live broadcast at the Seahawks’ facility in Renton, Washington, just outside of Seattle, when they found themselves in a plot twist.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMPushing and shoving occurred behind them, but it turned really sour very quickly when Metcalf was spotted tearing the helmet off his own teammate, Tre Brown, and then using it to strike another Seahawks player.The fight caught the attention of a couple of the broadcasters, who couldn’t help but turn around and tell the audience what was happening.Ultimately, the two sides were restrained fairly quickly.SUPER BOWL HERO JACOBY JONES DIED OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE, MEDICAL EXAMINER SAYSThis isn’t the first instance of a helmet-swing during training camp – the Los Angeles Rams’ Aaron Donald did it against members of the Cincinnati Bengals when the two teams had joint practices just months after they faced one another in the Super Bowl.Perhaps the most infamous instance of helmet-swinging on the field came when Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns did it against the Pittsburgh Steelers, striking quarterback Mason Rudolph in the head.Donald was not punished, but Garrett was suspended indefinitely – he ultimately wound up sitting out the final six games of the NFL season.Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

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Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Seattle Seahawks NFL Navy Blue Replica Riddell Display Football Helmet.

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