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Vikings pass rusher Marcus Davenport knows he has to be better than last season

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

Vikings pass rusher Marcus Davenport knows last season wasn’t good enough. He somehow only posted half a sack for the New Orleans Saints, failing to finish plays despite getting close seemingly on a weekly basis.It’s something the 26-year-old Davenport has taken to heart after signing a 1-year, $13 million contract with the Vikings this offseason.Never mind that some of the advance metrics show Davenport might have gotten a little unlucky with the Saints at times last season. That doesn’t matter to him. He knows he has to perform with the Vikings this season.“I wasn’t completing,” Davenport said. “I wasn’t getting there. I didn’t do it enough. That stands out.”It should help that Davenport will get to line up opposite fellow pass rusher Danielle Hunter this season. It’s not hard to envision new defensive coordinator Brian Flores getting the most of out of that pass rushing duo. A major part of that, however, will be hinged on how well ...

‘I want to be a Viking forever’: Danielle Hunter back at practice with new contract in tow

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

Vikings star pass rusher Danielle Hunter is a man of very few words. He always has been. He always will be.It’s something new defensive coordinator Brian Flores noticed right away about Hunter when he first talked to him.Fittingly, when asked Monday if he wants to finish his NFL career in Minnesota, the 28-year-old Hunter managed to make his point using very few words. He paused for a second, stared directly at the reporter, then replied, “I want to be a Viking forever.”That’s not exactly a guarantee after Hunter signed a new contract with the Vikings over the weekend. Though the deal could be worth up to $20 million this season, it lacks the term that Hunter’s representatives were looking for throughout the process.That means Hunter will be a free agent after this season. Not that he’s thinking about that right now“Whenever that time comes, that time comes,” Hunter said. “The big thing is I’m here now for my teammates and ...

Dozens of cats removed from Troy house

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Dozens of cats were removed from a home on Lincoln Avenue in Troy on Monday. A homeowner voluntarily gave up around 50 cats kept at the property.Police were initially conducting a wellness check when they found the cats were kept in unclean conditions. The animals were handed over to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Officers said they found several dead cats in the home. No arrests have been made. One official explained the importance of reporting similar situations to authorities."We're here to help in these sorts of situations, but if people don't call us and notify us, then we aren't able to come out and bring the right resources," Andrew Fiumano with MHHS said.Officials also said it could take a few days to remove all the cats from the property.

Deadline to apply for Albany PD exam is Aug. 1

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Police Department is looking to hire more officers, and the deadline to join the department is fast approaching. Tuesday, Aug. 1, is the last day to sign up for the department's entrance exam.The application fee and the residency requirement have been lifted, so applicants no longer need to live in Albany to work for the department. Leaders said it's a great way to be involved in the community. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Albany Police Department is a great police department to work for because the advancement opportunities, the people here in the community are amazing, and no day is the same," Albany Police Det. Megan Craft said.Anyone interested can find the application on the city's website.

Former student teacher convicted of raping teenager

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A jury in Schenectady County found an Albany man guilty of raping a teenager. The Schenectady County District Attorney's Office said Nikos Assimakopoulos, 25, was convicted of one count of Rape in the Third Degree, one count of Criminal Sex Act in the Third Degree, and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. He was acquitted on three other charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Prosecutors said he met the victim online and had inappropriate sexual contact with her repeatedly. At the time, she was 16 years old while he was 21. The crimes took place in December 2019 in the town of Niskayuna.The investigation began in March 2021 when the victim told police about her interactions with Assimakopoulos after he began working as a student teacher at Catholic Central High School in Troy. Assimakopoulos faces up to eight years in prison and 10 years on parole when he's sentenced in September. He...

Centennial building for sale as swingers club admits being swingers club

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

Hopefully it got a deep cleaning.A nondescript office building in Centennial is for sale after its former occupant, a swingers club, acknowledged in court documents that it was, indeed, a swingers club.The admission by the now-defunct The Office Social Club, whose website once boasted it was “the largest adult-themed venue in the state,” brought an end to the establishment’s battle with the City of Centennial.The city sued the business in February, saying it was a “sexually oriented business” operating in a part of town not zoned for that use.At the time the suit was filed, The Office’s website said the establishment had 16 different rooms, including a fake doctor’s office, classroom and office. It encouraged members to “pencil in their closest colleagues.”The website came down shortly after BusinessDen contacted the business about the lawsuit. A company representative at the time told a reporter The Office was merely “renting out office space, just like any other business that rent...

Rockies prospect injury report: Updates on Adael Amador, Helcris Olivarez, Zac Veen and more

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

The injury bug hit the Rockies hard this year, including at the minor-league level. Colorado farm director Chris Forbes provided The Post with updates on a number of renowned prospects who are currently dealing with injuries.OF Benny MontgomeryMontgomery, Colorado’s No. 6 overall prospect per MLB Pipeline, was carted off the field on Sunday in Eugene after colliding in the outfield with High-A Spokane teammate Juan Guerrero. The players ran into each other at full speed and knocked knees.Forbes said that “fingers are crossed that it’s not serious,” and that Montgomery only suffered a contusion. The Indians were off Monday, and the Rockies will re-evaluate Montgomery on Tuesday.OF Zac VeenColorado’s second-ranked prospect underwent season-ending left wrist surgery on June 22. The surgery addressed a lingering issue for Veen, fixing the injured extensor capri ulnaris tendon that zapped his power in his first year in Double-A, where he hit .209 with two ho...

Broncos camp rewind, Day 3: Secondary continues to shine against Denver’s quarterbacks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

Broncos Player AttendanceDid not practice: Physically Unable to Perform list — OLB Baron Browning (knee). Non-Football Injury list — DL Mike Purcell (knee).Broncos rookie cornerback Riley Moss and outside linebacker Frank Clark missed practice Monday. Coach Sean Payton said it was a “club decision,” and would not further comment on their absences.Right tackle Mike McGlinchey returned to practice after missing last week due to a death in his family. Meanwhile, the team waived wide receiver K.J. Hamler and offensive tackle Christian DiLauro.Top PlayOutside linebacker Jonathon Cooper had his shining moment. During 11-on-11 work, Cooper burst past the offensive line, creating pressure on quarterback Russell Wilson. He would’ve gotten a sack if allowed to tackle the quarterback, but instead, Cooper was able to get Wilson to throw an interception to safety Justin Simmons.Thumbs upUndrafted rookie makes a strong impression: Running back Jaleel McLaughlin is fast. The undrafted rookie...

‘Euphoria’ star dies in California at 25

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

Angus Cloud, an actor best known for his role as the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on HBO’s Emmy-winning series “Euphoria,” has died at 25.  The news was first reported by TMZ.“It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today. As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways,” the family said in a statement to the celebrity news and gossip site.“Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence. We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss."Angus Cloud attends the Ralph Lauren Fall/Winter 2022 fashion show at the Museum of Modern Art on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, in New York. ( Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)Cloud died at his family's home in Oakland, California...

Man's body found inside barrel at Malibu beach

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:31:59 GMT

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the discovery of a man's body inside a 55-gallon drum at Malibu Lagoon on Monday.Authorities say a park maintenance worker first saw the barrel floating near the Pacific Coast Highway bridge Sunday night."They got in a kayak to get it and brought it to shore," said LASD Lt. Hugo Reynaga. " Apparently it was too heavy and they didn’t want to open it, so they left it on shore."When a lifeguard arrived at work Monday morning, they swam out to retrieve the barrel, pulled it to shore, and then opened the top and made the gruesome discovery, authorities said.A man's body was found inside a 55-gallon drum in Malibu Lagoon. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)The body was found inside a 55-gallon plastic drum in Malibu Lagoon. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)Lifeguards discovered the body inside a drum in Malibu Lagoon. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)Lifeguards discovered the body inside a 55-gallon drum on Monday. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)No information about the victi...