Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl officials are celebrating 50 years of competition this year and theyre doing it in a big way.The organization is releasing the top 50 all-time players in I-Bowl history and theyve been releasing them in five-player increments. This is the final group of five list with the Top 20 athletes being released individually. The list was voted on by a local panel of media members, including the Shreveport Times, and I-Bowl representatives.According to the bowl, this final group of 21-25, includes two standout wide receivers from Nick Saban's 1995 Michigan State team, two College Football Hall of Famers and one of the most recent members of the All-Time Team.No. 25 Muhsin Muhammad (WR Michigan State, 1995)Muhammad was one of three great wideouts to play in the 1995 I-Bowl alongside teammate Derrick Mason and LSUs Eddie Kennison. Muhammad lit up LSUs defense to the tune of nine catches for 171 yards and one touchdown. The 1995 season was the best of his career in East Lansing, as he hauled in 50 catches for 867 yards for the Nick Saban-led Spartans. Muhammad was selected in the second round of the 1996 NFL Draft after that breakout season, and he established himself as a star for the Carolina Panthers. He was named to two Pro Bowls (1999 and 2004) and earned first-team All-Pro honors in 2004. He was the NFLs receptions leader in 2000, grabbing 102 passes for 1,183 yards. The premier season of his career was 2004, when he led the NFL in receiving yards (1,405) and 16 receiving TDs (16). Muhammad was also a force in the Panthers run to the Super Bowl in 2003. He had 352 yards receiving in four playoff games, including the longest TD reception in Super Bowl history against the eventual Super Bowl champions, the New England Patriots. Muhammad was inducted into the Carolina Panthers Hall of Honor in 2003.SEC ATHLETES: Three SEC players highlight I-Bowls All-Time team Nos. 31-35TOOMBS: JaMar Toombs, Rocky Calmus shine in latest I-Bowl All-Time groupNo. 24 Tim Krumrie (NG Wisconsin, 1982)Krumrie is one of the early members and one of the many College Football Hall of Famers to make this list. He played in the I-Bowl before defensive statistics were recorded and was named the 1982 Defensive Player of the Game, as he led a Wisconsin defense that held Kansas State to 192 total yards and just three points. From the day he stepped on campus in Madison, Krumrie was a star at nose tackle for the Badgers leading Wisconsin in tackles all four seasons he played. He was a three-time All-Big Ten selection, a 1981 consensus All-American and 1982 first-team All-American. Krumrie still holds the Wisconsin record for solo tackles in a career (276). A 10th-round selection in the 1983 NFL Draft, Krumries success did not stop after college. Racking up over 1,000 tackles in 12 seasons for the Cincinnati Bengals, he made two Pro Bowl appearances in 1987 and 1988, and he was named first-team All-Pro in 1988 and second-team All-Pro in 1987. Krumrie is a member of the Cincinnati Bengals Ring of Honor.No. 23 Jacob Rodriguez (LB Texas Tech, 2023)Rodriguez is one of the most decorated linebackers to play in the I-Bowl, despite being one of the youngest players on the All-Time Team. After beginning his college career at Virginia in 2021 as a quarterback, Rodriguez transferred to Texas Tech in 2022 and switched to linebacker. The 2023 I-Bowl was one of the launching points of his career. Against future Heisman Trophy-winner Fernando Mendoza and California, Rodriguez stuffed the stat sheet recording eight total tackles, one forced fumble, one interception and one pass breakup on his way to being named 2023 Defensive Player of the Game. The next season, 2024, he continued his ascension to greatness, as he was named first-team All-Big 12, and it all came together in 2025 with one of the best seasons by a college linebacker in recent memory. Leading one of the best defenses in college football, Rodriguez compiled 63 solo tackles (leading the Big 12), 128 combined tackles, four interceptions, 11 tackles-for-loss, six PBU, two fumble recoveries and seven FF leading the FBS in FF. He subsequently won the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Butkus Award, Lombardi Award, Chuck Bednarik Award, and he was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, a unanimous All-American and finished fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting. Rodriguez was drafted in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins.No. 22 Garrison Hearst (RB Georgia, 1991)Hearst, the I-Bowls newest member of the College Football Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026, carried the ball nine times for 21 yards in the 1991 I-Bowl against Arkansas. He also added two catches for 24 yards in the Bulldogs 24-15 victory over the Razorbacks. He rushed for 968 yards that 1991 season, earning second-team All-SEC honors, before becoming the best running back in college football the following season. Racking up an SEC-leading 1,547 rushing yards and an FBS-leading 19 TDs, Hearst won the Doak Walker Award as the best running back in the nation, and he was also named a unanimous All-American, first-team All-SEC and SEC Player of the Year. He also finished third in the Heisman Trophy voting that season. Drafted with the third-overall pick in the first round of the 1993 NFL Draft, Hearst topped 1,000 yards rushing four times throughout his pro football career. His best season was in 1998 as a member of the San Francisco 49ers, when he compiled 1,570 rushing yards and 535 receiving yards earning his first Pro Bowl nod and first-team All-Pro. After missing two full seasons in 1999 and 2000, Hearst returned in 2001 and had the second-best season of his career. On his way to being named to his second Pro Bowl team and earning the 2001 Comeback Player of the Year Award, Hearst rushed for 1,206 yards and collected 41 passes for 347 yards receiving.No. 21 Derrick Mason (WR Michigan State, 1995)The second Michigan State wide receiver in this group, Mason, alongside teammate Muhammad, went toe-to-toe with LSUs Kennison in 1995. Mason hauled in six passes for 74 yards, but the most memorable moments of that game came in the second quarter. After Kennison returned a kickoff for a TD to tie the game at 14 at the 14:30 mark of the second frame, Mason returned the ensuing kickoff 100 yards for a TD to put the Spartans back on top. In two seasons under Saban in 1995 and 1996, Mason compiled 1,652 yards receiving. He also set the Michigan State school record for kickoff return yards (2,384). He was named second-team All-Big Ten in 1996. A fourth-round pick in the 1997 NFL Draft, Mason would establish himself as one of the NFLs constants over the next 15 seasons. Spending most of his career with the Tennessee Oilers/Titans and Baltimore Ravens, he earned two Pro Bowl appearances (2000 and 2003) and was named first-team All-Pro in 2000 after leading the NFL in punt return yards that season. Mason is the only player in NFL history to record over 10,000 yards receiving and 5,000 return yards.Players were nominated and evaluated based on the following criteria: 40 percent weight on their I-Bowl performance; 30 percent on their college career; 30 percent on their pro career and accomplishments.Jimmy Watson covers Louisiana sports for the USA TODAY Network. Email him at jwatson@shreveporttimes.com and follow him on Twitter @JimmyWatson6.Previously Announced Members of the All-Time TeamNo. 26 JaMar Toombs (RB Texas A&M, 2000); No. 27 Otis Wilson (LB Louisville, 1977); No. 28 A.J. Green (WR Georgia, 2009); No. 29 Rocky Calmus (LB Oklahoma, 1999); No. 30 Flozell Adams (OT Michigan State, 1995); No. 31 Willie Blade (DT Mississippi State, 2000); No. 32 Scott Thomas (S Air Force, 1983 & 1984); No. 33 Chad Hennings (DT Air Force, 1984); No. 34 Dameyune Craig (QB Auburn, 1996); No. 35 Geno Atkins (DT Georgia, 2009); No. 36 Rondell Mealey (RB LSU, 1997); No. 37 Rolando McClain (LB Alabama, 2007); No. 38 Weldon Brown (CB Louisiana Tech, 2008); No. 39 Andre Smith (OT Alabama, 2006 & 2007); No. 40 Tiki Barber (RB Virginia, 1994); No. 41 Puka Nacua (WR BYU, 2021); No. 42 Gary Kubiak (QB Texas A&M, 1981); No. 43 Seneca Wallace (QB Iowa State, 2001); No. 44 Todd McClure (C LSU, 1995 & 1997); No. 45 Gary Anderson (K Syracuse, 1979; No. 46 Booger McFarland (LB LSU, 1995 & 1997); No. 47 Tremaine Edmunds (LB Virginia Tech, 2015); No. 48 Bill Musgrave (QB Oregon, 1989); No. 49 Larry Anderson (DB Louisiana Tech, 1977); No. 50 Lorenza Baker (LB Louisiana Tech, 1990)This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Georgias Garrison Hearst highlights latest I-Bowl All-Time group

Sean Longstaff: We took the chances when they cameSean Longstaff's 73rd-minute strike sealed the comeback for Leeds United, as they came from behind to defeat Liverpool 4-2 in Chicago.In their final pre-season clash on US soil, Brenden Aaronson and Dominic Calvert-Lewin's strikes brought proceedings level after going 2-0 down at the break, before Longstaff completed the turnaround and Calvert-Lewin grabbed another with five minutes to play.After the game, the midfielder said: On the pitch, I try make the most of it and show what I can do, just trying to enjoy it as much as I can. It seems to be going ok at the minute so hopefully that continues!First half still had good bits but obviously probably the key moments went to them. Then the second half, yeah, I think the ones who came on had nothing really to lose, just try to be as positive as possible.You can be nothing but happy. We took advantage of some set pieces and ultimately took the chances when they came.I think we had chances in the first half, that goalie made a couple of good saves and we put a couple wide, and then in the second half they just seemed to go in.Two of Uniteds four second half goals came from long throws delivered captain Ethan Ampadu. When asked about the importance of set pieces within football, Longstaff believes they are crucial in getting results, at both ends of the pitch.I think last year it was a massive part of a game, and, yeah, it seems to be getting harder and harder to score from open play in the Premier League.So, I think for every team they will be a massive sort of chance to score a goal and we are no different. We took advantage of it really well last year, and something we want to improve upon again going into this season.With the tour of the US now concluded, Leeds welcome Bundesliga side RB Leipzig to West Yorkshire next weekend a test which the midfielder is excited for. It will be a really tough game, he added. Obviously, a really good side and to go home and play at Elland Road is really exciting.We have been away for a long time now so I think everyone is looking forward to getting home and we cant wait to see all the fans back at the stadium.

Welcome to your one-stop spot for comprehensive coverage to fill your Beaver Valley football viewing needs throughout the fall sports season. Here you can find all of The Times' coverage from the 2026 high school football season, including previews, game coverage, feature stories, photo galleries, videos and much more.Entering the year, Aliquippa was the lone Beaver Valley high school football program to win a WPIAL championship, winning its league-record 21st title as it defeated McKeesport.Along with the continued dominance of Aliquippa, Hopewell ended the programs longstanding playoff drought and reached the quarterfinals. It brings back a loaded roster, including Penn State commit and top-ranked junior quarterback James Armstrong and aims to push for a WPIAL title.This page will be updated each week throughout the season to keep you up to date on all the football happenings across the valley.Beaver Valley High School Football 2026 Standings Beaver Valley High School Football Preseason News and NotesWPIAL Eligibility Hearings: Beaver Area's Jaivin Peel granted partial eligibility for 2026 seasonPerfect Fit: Hopewell quarterback James Armstrong finds right fit with Penn StateBeaver County Times Top 50 High School Football Players Entering 2026Top 50 Beaver Valley high school football players | 50-41Top 50 Beaver Valley high school football players | 40-31Top 50 Beaver Valley high school football players | 30-21Beaver County Times Top Returning Players by PositionTop DBs: Who are the top 10 returning defensive backs in the Beaver Valley in 2026?Top LBs: Who are the top 10 returning linebackers in the Beaver Valley in 2026?In the Trenches: Who are the top 10 returning defensive linemen in the Beaver Valley in 2026?In the Trenches: Who are the top 10 returning offensive linemen in the Beaver Valley in 2026?Vertical Threats: Who are the top 10 returning wide receivers in the Beaver Valley in 2026?Top Running Backs: Who are the top five returning running backs in the Beaver Valley in 2026?Top Gunslingers: Who are the top five returning quarterbacks in the Beaver Valley in 2026?2026 High School Football Schedules Beaver Valley high school football team-by-team schedulesEthan Morrison is the sports reporter for the Beaver County Times. Contact him at emorrison@usatodayco.com and follow him at EthanMorrison26 on X. This article originally appeared on Beaver County Times: Comprehensive coverage for the 2026 high school football season

The Erie Times-News Seaway Window and AHN Sports Medicine, for the last time this summer, will conduct a special ballot related to District 10's 2025-26 calendar year.This week's poll consists of notable moments by female athletes during district or PIAA postseason events. It will run from Aug. 3 at 5 a.m. through Aug. 5 at 5 p.m.More: Cathedral Prep's girls cross country team wins third PIAA championship in four seasonsPolls going forward will be related to the PIAA's 2026 fall sports season.This week's ballot is:Contact Mike Copper at mcopper@timesnews.com. Follow him on X @ETNcopper.This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Vote for top female postseason feat in Erie Times-News Seaway Window and AHN Sports Medicine ballot

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