After looking at several fantasy basketball waiver wire options over the course of the week, it’s time for another drop candidate story. Here’s the last drop story we did.
These players were all taken from the most dropped waiver trends section, which can be found on any FantasySP fantasy basketball page.
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We’ll make things quick and simple with Johnson. He was ruled out for the season because of an injury.
In redraft leagues, Johnson should be dropped. There’s no point in holding him any longer – he’s just wasting a roster spot.
In keeper and dynasty leagues, Johnson should be held on to. He’s still got a very bright future.
Podziemski is down 7.2% and sits at 51% overall now. He took a step back in his fantasy production in his most recent game, but he’s still looked very good since returning from an injury of his own.
Podz tallied 11 points, four rebounds and three steals in 18 minutes in his last game. He had 20 points, seven rebounds, six assists and one steal in 32 minutes the game before that, and 17 points, three rebounds, five assists and two steals in 24 minutes in the game prior. I understand fantasy owners hoping for that kind of production every night, but that’s simply not going to happen on this Golden State team.
Podziemski had 10 points, four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes in his first game back from injury. That game and his last one are probably where Podziemski is going to sit most nights.
He’s going to have stronger performances here and there, and I’d suggest playing the youngster in more favorable defensive matchups if you are looking for those kinds of performances.
He’s still doing enough as a fantasy player if he can keep replicating the numbers he had in his most recent game to roster him in deeper leagues. I’d keep an eye on Podziemski throughout the season, targeting favorable stretches if you want to utilize him in more standard leagues.
There’s also a chance he gets in a good groove once he’s settled back in, so also keep him on your watch list for that reason.
Jackson-Davis is the second Warrior to appear in today’s article, and he won’t be the last. He was dropped in 6% of leagues, bringing his total mark down to 42%. TJD was rostered in over 80% of leagues as recently as January 5, so it’s been a pretty steady decline over the month.
He’s seen his playing time dry up over the past four contests. Jackson-Davis played nearly 24 minutes off the bench on January 22. The next night, he started, but played under 10 minutes. Jackson-Davis started the next two games as well, but logged just 14 and six minutes. The second-year player did not play on January 29.
I completely understand, and support, dropping Jackson-Davis in all standard leagues at this point. He should also be dropped in some deeper leagues as well. I’d bench him for the time being in deep setups, or keeper/dynasty leagues though.
He’s started 37 of the 45 games he’s played in this season. Jackson-Davis has averaged 19.7 minutes in those games, along with 8.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.8 blocks.
I don’t think the Warriors are going to give up completely on Jackson-Davis. If they do, another team would likely swoop in, trade for him and give him a chance on their roster instead.
He’s not a good fantasy asset right now though, and there’s no reason to roster him unless you are in a deep league. Keep Jackson-Davis on your bench until his role and usage go back up again.
Wallace has dropped 5.1% and sits at 33% overall now. He’s been up around 60% the past couple weeks, so this is another big dropoff in a fairly short amount of time.
Wallace is starting most nights, and playing a healthy amount of minutes every time out. His problem is that his production has dried up.
After scoring in double figures in three of four games between January 8-14, he’s hit at least 10 points just twice in seven games since. He’s averaging 29.8 minutes in that span, but just 7.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2 steals and 0.3 blocks. He’s been really struggling to score of late, tallying 14 combined points over the past three games on 6-of-21 shooting.
His season averages of 7.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks across 27.8 minutes look pretty similar to his recent averages, so it’s likely that Wallace was on a hot streak for a bit, but has now returned to his norm.
Wallace is still doing enough to roster in some deeper leagues, but he’s no longer a standard league option. You should keep an eye on him in case he heats back up at some point this season, but I think you’re better off treating him as a deep-league option only for the remainder of the season.
Back to the Warriors here with Moody, who is down 4.5% and sitting at 10% overall. He’s coming off a down performance, so it’s pretty easy to see why he’s been dropped.
In 17 minutes off the bench in his last appearance, Moody had five points, two rebounds and one steal. He shot 2-for-8 in that contest.
That is definitely not a great fantasy performance, but I still think fantasy owners are moving on too quickly from him. Let me show you why.
In the seven games before that five-point outing, Moody was averaging 12.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 0.3 steals and 0.9 blocks across 26.4 minutes. Those aren’t great all-around numbers, but they are definitely enough to roster and utilize him in a bunch of deeper leagues.
I think his own percentage is too low after nearly a 10% drop off since Wednesday. At least give him another game or two before you pull the plug on him.
It’s hard to find decent fantasy talent in deeper leagues, and moving on too quickly can really hurt your team in the long run. I’d add Moody if he became available in my deep fantasy league.
Why not one more Golden State player to wrap things up? I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many players from one team be dropped on a single day, but that’s what the data is telling me.
Hield is down 3.6% and rostered in 50% of leagues now. He’s had a rough stretch of games, so him being dropped makes plenty of sense.
Hield had scored in double figures in five of seven games between January 4-15. In the seven games since, he’s topped 10 points just twice.
Even with a 17-point game mixed in, Hield has averaged just 7 points, 3 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.1 blocks across 20.9 minutes in his past seven contests. That’s simply not enough fantasy production to utilize him in any standard leagues, and really a lot of deeper leagues for that matter.
His season averages of 11.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.3 blocks across 23.2 minutes look a bit better, but I still don’t think he’s worth a standard league spot. The only time I’d consider it is if his scoring average increased, like it did earlier this month.
So, target Hield in standard leagues when he’s in a groove as a scorer, otherwise just roster him in deeper leagues. He probably should be benched in a few deeper leagues until he gets back on track, but I’d try to hold on to him for a bit longer to see if he can right the ship soon.
In this post, we will be discussing some of the top basketball players who have been making headlines recently. From high school standouts to seasoned NBA veterans, these players have been making waves in the world of basketball. Let’s take a closer look at Brandin Podziemski, Cason Wallace, Buddy Hield, and more.
Brandin Podziemski is a rising star in the world of high school basketball. The 6’6″ guard has been turning heads with his impressive scoring ability and athleticism. Podziemski recently committed to the University of Wisconsin, where he will continue to hone his skills and develop as a player.
Cason Wallace is another high school standout who has been making a name for himself on the court. The 6’4″ guard is known for his explosive playmaking abilities and lockdown defense. Wallace is currently ranked as one of the top recruits in the class of 2022 and has received offers from several top college programs.
Buddy Hield is a seasoned NBA veteran who has been making a significant impact on the court for the Sacramento Kings. The sharpshooting guard is known for his ability to score from anywhere on the court and has been a key player for the Kings this season.
These are just a few of the basketball players who have been making headlines recently. Whether they are high school standouts or seasoned NBA veterans, these players are sure to continue making waves in the world of basketball. Keep an eye out for Brandin Podziemski, Cason Wallace, Buddy Hield, and more as they continue to shine on the court.
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In the new movie One of Them Days, it’s the first of the month, when the bills are due and tensions are higher than usual. BFF roommates Dreux (played by everyone’s favorite multihyphenate Keke Palmer) and Alyssa (R&B singer SZA, in her feature-film debut) find themselves strapped for cash, with nary a penny to pay their monthly rent—which is due by 6 p.m., or they’ll face eviction. Thus begins the epic day-in-the-life journey of two broke Black girls who comb through their neighborhood of South Central Los Angeles looking for ways to get cash fast.
One of Them Days is the first mainstream Black-women-led buddy comedy since 2017’s smash hit Girls Trip, and, reportedly, the first to center just a duo since 1997’s B.A.P.S. Produced by Insecure’s Issa Rae, written by Rap Sh!t showrunner and frequent Rae collaborator Syreeta Singleton, and directed by Lawrence Lamont, the movie delivers plenty of laughs, socioeconomic messages, and Black female sisterhood (without the accompaniment of the severe trauma plot). The Black female buddy comedy is back and fresher than ever, a reminder of just how much this genre has to offer.
Like many great comedies, such as Superbad or Friday, One of Them Days takes place over the course of one day. (The movie’s only fault is neglecting to include the best song ever made about this specific day.) When Alyssa’s crafty noncommittal boyfriend Keshawn (Joshua Neal) steals the girls’ rent money to finance the start of his T-shirt line (shirts that say “Cucci,” a play on the luxury brand Gucci), Dreux and Alyssa venture into the neighborhood of Baldwin Village, colloquially known as “the Jungle,” for opportunities to earn some quick money. However, not only are they pressed for time by their landlord, who is noted for skirting legal rental practices, but Dreux also has to make it to a hopefully life-changing interview for a big promotion—and, to top it all off, the girls are being hunted by a neighborhood bully.
Slapsticky hijinks, dick jokes, and comedic linchpins found in any movie about the hood—public brawls, neighborhood tough guys, someone coming in and stealing something the protagonists worked hard to get—ensue. However, while the movie’s comedy tends toward the profane, the issues that set up the punch lines in One of Them Days are very real. The duo gets rejected from a loan bank because of their abysmal credit; Dreux, in a bid for a quick buck, gives too much blood, which hilariously ends up all over the donation center; Alyssa steals a pair of Air Jordans hanging on a phone line, which lands them in hot water with the neighborhood’s crime boss. When comedy legend Katt Williams shows up as Lucky, a loitering antiestablishment street preacher who warns the girls not to take a loan from the loan bank for fear of them getting trapped in a predatory cycle of debt, he becomes one of the best running gags in the movie, while also making a salient point about the very real predatory businesses that target residents of impoverished areas. The film takes a similar approach to the Village’s first white resident, Bethany (Maude Apatow), moving into a renovated apartment much nicer than the protagonists’ dilapidated unit—a funny, yet trenchant, portrayal of gentrification and landlords’ exploitative practices pushing out long-standing tenants in favor of wealthier, often white, fresh blood.
But One of Them Days is more about how people survive than just the widespread injustices they live with. The laughs might be based on how societal structures keep Black people down, but the movie itself is about how Black women build community and lift each other up. Elle’s Keyaira Kelly aptly calls One of Them Days a “love letter to regular, degular Black girls”—and this is accomplished on many fronts, from the way the costuming, hair, and makeup choices simultaneously enhance the film’s comedy and the effortless beauty of its stars, to the way the girls’ faith in each other overrides and outlives any frustrations they have with each other. Most buddy comedies show a temporary falling-out between the lead characters as the central conflict comes to a head. One of Them Days is no different in that regard, but the thing this movie understands about being a Black woman is that there is an unshakable faith in what you know your fellow Black women to be capable of. Black women are the first ones to recognize each other’s worth; fittingly, although Dreux and Alyssa’s frustrations with each other mount as the day goes on, they never discount one another.
It makes sense that this long-overdue addition to the scant canon of Black female buddy comedies comes to us by way of Issa Rae, who is widely credited with leading the charge in bringing stories about Black womanhood to the screen, big and small. Rae’s production company and her extensive network might also be to thank for some great cameos from Black comedy greats like Abbott Elementary’s Janelle James, Get Out’s Lil Rel Howery, comedian and TV writer Dewayne Perkins, A Black Lady Sketch Show’s Gabrielle Dennis, and more. There’s nothing wrong with a well-crafted Black drama—last year’s standout films Nickel Boys and Hard Truths are evidence enough of this. But One of Them Days is a welcome reminder that there’s room for many kinds of movies in Black cinema—and some of them can even show four-time Grammy Award–winning musician SZA getting electrocuted by climbing up a telephone pole.
SZA and Keke Palmer’s Black female buddy comedy is refreshing
In a world where Black women are often portrayed in stereotypical, one-dimensional roles, it’s refreshing to see a film that showcases the complexity, humor, and friendship between two Black women. SZA and Keke Palmer’s upcoming buddy comedy promises to do just that.
The film, which has yet to be titled, will follow the hilarious misadventures of two best friends as they navigate life, love, and everything in between. With SZA’s soulful charm and Palmer’s comedic timing, this dynamic duo is sure to bring a fresh perspective to the buddy comedy genre.
What sets this film apart is its focus on the friendship between two Black women. Too often, Black women are pitted against each other or reduced to side characters in films. SZA and Palmer’s film will show that Black women can be funny, relatable, and supportive of each other in a way that is rarely seen on screen.
Overall, SZA and Keke Palmer’s Black female buddy comedy is a much-needed breath of fresh air in Hollywood. It’s time for Black women to be at the forefront of their own stories, and this film is a step in the right direction. Keep an eye out for this exciting project, as it’s sure to be a hit!
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ESPN has released the official trailer and key art for “The Buddy Way” – a feature-length documentary on the historic life and career of Coach Eugene F. “Buddy” Teevens III ’79. Directed by Rory Karpf, executive produced by Peyton Manning, and produced by Omaha Productions, the documentary will premiere on January 29 at 5pm ET on ESPN2 and will be available to stream on ESPN+ following its linear debut.
“The Buddy Way” explores Teevens’ inspiring journey, starting from his early years in Pembroke, MA, and spanning his four-decade-long coaching career. The documentary highlights his championship successes as a multi-sport athlete, his pivotal role at the Manning Passing Academy, and the groundbreaking innovations he made on and off the field that still make him a hero to so many.
“We are honored to share Buddy’s story and preserve his legacy,” said Executive Producer Peyton Manning. “Buddy’s motto as a coach and leader was ‘adjust and improvise.’ But it was more than a motto; Buddy was a true football innovator. He hired female coaches in the college ranks before anybody else, and he emphasized smarter and safer tackling long before the practice was adopted across the sport. Buddy was a terrific coach, but the legacy Buddy leaves behind extends well beyond his success on the field.”
“Buddy Teevens lived a full life,” said Executive Producer Murry Bowden. “He had a major impact on the game of football and the game of life. Documenting this will provide future generations insight into an extraordinary husband, father, coach and visionary. (My wife) Polly and I are delighted to have provided the resources to capture his life on film. We hope this documentary provides inspiration to all who dream big and work hard to leave this earth a better place for future generations.”
“Simply put, Buddy was an extraordinary teacher of football and life,” said Mike Harrity, Haldeman Family Director of Athletics and Recreation said. “His classroom was the football field and the ripple effect of his positive impact will be felt for generations to come. Thank you to Polly and Murry Bowden ’71, director Rory Karpf, Peyton Manning, Omaha Productions and so many more for sharing Buddy’s inspiring life journey with the world through this powerful film.”
Through a blend of never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews with Teevens’ family and football legends, the documentary captures the profound influence he had on the sport. It also features powerful moments from two significant 2024 events: a celebration of life held at Dartmouth in May and the October renaming of the stadium in honor of his lasting legacy with Dartmouth’s football program. These heartfelt scenes provide a deeply personal and compelling portrait of Teevens—both as a man and a coach—emphasizing his resilience, mentorship, and unwavering dedication to lifting those around him.
ESPN Releases Official Trailer for “The Buddy Way” Debuting Wednesday, January 29 on ESPN2 and ESPN+
Get ready for the ultimate sports documentary series, as ESPN announces the release of “The Buddy Way” with an official trailer. This highly anticipated show will take viewers behind the scenes of the life and career of legendary basketball player, Buddy Thompson.
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Bryce Mitchell is working hard for that Hoelzer Reich sponsorship.
The controversial UFC featherweight, who also believes the earth is flat, has been doing independent research on the life and times of Adolf Hitler. I guess “Thug Nasty” needed something to occupy his mind in between his deer-jitsu sessions.
Unlike Satan, Mitchell is only interested in the “truth.”
“I honestly think that Hitler was a good guy, based upon my own research, not my public education and indoctrination,” Mitchell said on YouTube. “I really do think that before Hitler got on meth, he was a guy to go fishing with. When he got on meth and he turned on Russia, I believe that’s when he kinda went full nutty. Was Hitler perfect? No, but he was fighting for his people. He wanted a pure nation.”
Maybe we can just ask him ourselves, once Tim Kennedy finds him.
Mitchell, 30, has not competed since knocking out fellow pea brain Kron Gracie as part of the UFC 310 pay-per-view (PPV) event last December in Las Vegas. As of this writing, “Thug Nasty” is currently unbooked — and still mourning the loss of his fruit.
Bryce Mitchell, UFC’s village idiot, insists pre-meth Hitler ‘was a good guy’ and solid fishing buddy
UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell has once again found himself in hot water after making controversial comments about Adolf Hitler. In a recent interview, Mitchell claimed that Hitler, before becoming addicted to methamphetamines, was actually a “good guy” and a solid fishing buddy.
These outrageous remarks have sparked widespread backlash from fans and fellow fighters, with many calling for Mitchell to be reprimanded by the UFC. Mitchell has since issued a half-hearted apology, stating that he misspoke and did not mean to glorify Hitler in any way.
Despite his attempts to backtrack, Mitchell’s comments have not been forgotten, and many are questioning whether he is fit to continue representing the UFC. It remains to be seen how the organization will respond to this latest controversy, but one thing is for sure – Bryce Mitchell has once again proven himself to be the village idiot of the UFC.
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Maybe you knew Buddy Teevens.
After all, during the Pembroke native’s four decades as a college football coach — including two stints at Dartmouth, the second lasting from 2005-22 — he became a beloved and respected figure in New England sports circles not just for his coaching acumen, but his uncommonly caring and inclusive approach.
If you weren’t lucky enough to know him, a new documentary about Teevens — who died in September 2023, six months after suffering severe injuries when a truck crashed into the bicycle he was riding in Florida — is certain to make you wish you had.
The hour-long film, titled “The Buddy Way,’’ directed by Rory Karpf, debuts Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 5 p.m. on ESPN2. A slightly longer version will be available to stream on ESPN+. The film captures the profound influence Teevens had on the people in his orbit, as well as on the sport as a whole.
He was the first in college football to hire a female assistant coach, and invented the remote-controlled Mobile Virtual Player (MVP) tackling aide when he became convinced that tackling in practice was having negative physical effects on players.
Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions, in collaboration with members of the Dartmouth College athletic department and alumni, made the documentary happen. Manning, who has an executive producer credit on the project, knew Teevens well. The coach had been in charge of logistics at the Manning Passing Academy since its inception in 1996, and had tried to recruit Manning to Tulane University when he was leading that program.
“I remember when I chose to go to Tennessee, my dad [Archie] made me call all of the coaches that were recruiting me and tell them I’m not going to their school,’’ said Manning during a phone conversation Thursday in advance of the film’s premiere that evening in New York City.
“When you’re 17 years old, man, that’s not easy to do. Some of the other coaches tried to talk me out of it. I think one of them hung up on me. Well, my dad had such respect for Buddy that he made me drive to his office at Tulane and tell him directly. And Buddy, not only does he tell me, ‘Congratulations, great decision,’ he reassures me and tells me why Tennessee is the perfect place for me. That’s the kind of person he was. He wanted the best for everyone.”
Manning, a well-established stickler for details himself, chuckled at the remembrance of Teevens’s ability to navigate any logistical situation, whether it was lightning on the field or a shortage of coaches and counselors (a group of active college quarterbacks) brought on by a warning from Mother Nature.
“One year, I remember there was a potential weather situation in some states, so some people had to leave early and we were short on coaches,’’ said Manning. “Now, Sunday is the last day of camp, when parents come back to pick up their kids, and you want to have a really good showing at practice to make these parents feel good about sending their kids down here.”
Which might not have been the case had parents shown up only to see an ESPN reporter running quarterback drills.
“The late Chris Mortensen came every year to the camp — I think to get the scoop on the Colts and Giants from me and Eli [Manning],’’ said Manning. “But next thing you know, Mort’s just kind of part of the camp.
“Well, here we are, short on coaches. So Eli is going to fill in on this field. I’m filling in here, my dad’s going to fill in here. We got one open spot and we got nobody. So Buddy, master of logistics and problem solving, sends Mort to coach the quarterbacks.
“I’m not sure about this. But Buddy, wouldn’t you know it, trains him up. He gives him three drills, and the next thing you know, Mort’s out there running a great quarterback drill. That’s a credit to Mort, but it’s really Buddy, right? That’s the kind of thing that made him special. He thrived and stayed positive and found solutions in any situation.
“That’s one of the reasons why I wanted to be a part of this project. I felt like more people needed to know about Buddy Teevens, what a special human being he was, and what he was about.”
The documentary captures everything Teevens was about, from his family life, to the impact he had on his players, to his enduring friendships. Tim Murphy, the longtime Harvard coach, was lifelong friends with Teevens.
“He was the best friend anybody could have,” says a somber Murphy.
The documentary is devastatingly sad at times, downright hilarious at others (Teevens’s rapid-fire pregame speeches were something to behold), and inspiring in the way that watching a principled person do the right thing over and over again ought to be.
Dartmouth honored Teevens with two significant events in 2024: a celebration of life held at the Hanover, N.H., campus in May, and naming of its football stadium in his honor in October. The film, said Dartmouth athletic director Mike Harrity, is another way to honor what he calls Teevens’s “ripple effect of positivity.”
“We had ongoing conversations about how you honor a man who in my opinion is one of the best educators that this campus has ever seen — his classroom just happened to be the football field,” said Harrity, who spearheaded the project and discussed the best ways to make it happen with Murry Bowden, a 1971 Dartmouth graduate and college football Hall of Famer who was longtime friends with Teevens.
“We figured that Omaha Productions would be a natural fit to pitch this idea to, given the Mannings’ relationship with Buddy,’’ he said.
Archie Manning was approached first and was enthusiastic about the idea. Karpf, who had worked previously with the family on “The Book of Manning” documentary, was an easy choice as director.
“It’s one of the most fulfilling things that I’ve had the great fortune to work on in my 25 years in college athletics, playing a small role in helping bring this to everyone,” said Harrity. “So now everybody can understand and see Buddy’s life journey.”
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Peyton Manning shines light on Dartmouth football coach Buddy Teevens
In a recent interview, NFL legend Peyton Manning made sure to give credit where credit is due by highlighting the impressive work of Dartmouth football coach Buddy Teevens. Manning praised Teevens for his innovative coaching techniques and dedication to developing not only great players, but great individuals.
Teevens, who has been coaching at Dartmouth for over 20 years, has been a trailblazer in the world of college football, implementing cutting-edge technology and focusing on player safety and well-being. Manning was particularly impressed by Teevens’ commitment to ensuring his players have a well-rounded college experience, both on and off the field.
As one of the most respected voices in football, Manning’s endorsement of Teevens is sure to bring even more attention to the incredible work being done at Dartmouth. With Manning’s support, Teevens and his team are poised to continue making waves in the world of college football.
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The South Shore long has been a breeding ground for folks who went on to hit it big in the world of sports.
Jim Craig played goalie at Oliver Ames High in Easton before backstopping the 1980 U.S. Olympic team’s “Miracle on Ice,” and NHL stars Charlie Coyle (Weymouth), Rod Langway (Randolph), Tony Amonte (Hingham) and Jeremy Roenick (Marshfield), to name just a few more, were local rink rats back in the day.
Ally Sentnor (Hanson) and Lilly Reale (Hingham) are following in the women’s soccer footsteps of the Mewis sisters (Sam and Kristie) from Hanson. Golfer Megan Khang (Rockland) has earned more than $6.5 million on the LPGA Tour, and Kelly Amonte Hiller (Hingham) coaches an NCAA women’s lacrosse dynasty at Northwestern.
And Brockton is famous for producing legendary boxers Rocky Marciano and “Marvelous” Marvin Hagler as well as maverick NFL coach/owner Al Davis.
Buddy Teevens’ name might not ring the same bell. But an upcoming ESPN documentary on the former college football coach should give his profile a much-deserved boost.
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Executive produced by Pro Football Hall of Famer Peyton Manning, “The Buddy Way” will premiere on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 5 p.m. on ESPN2 and then will be available to stream on ESPN+. The feature-length documentary will showcase Teevens’ impact on football — both on the field, where he coached Dartmouth (his alma mater) to five Ivy League titles, and off the field, where he advocated for female coaches and for increased awareness of player safety.
Teevens, who grew up in Pembroke and graduated from Silver Lake Regional High in 1974, died in March of 2023 at age 66, six months after being hit by a truck while riding his bicycle in Florida.
The Teevens documentary will be must-see TV around Silver Lake, where Rick Swanson has been promoting Teevens’ legacy since becoming the school’s athletic director over the summer.
“It’s amazing to me how Buddy, as influential as he was, has kind of slipped under the radar for many people,” Swanson said. “Even the approach of this documentary has come as a surprise to plenty of people in the community. And here’s somebody that really ought to be a household name, especially here at Silver Lake and in all of our towns. He’s really a giant part of our school’s athletic history. We could not ask for a better role model or a better figure to personify what our school values, what our athletic department values.
“I’m thrilled that this documentary is going to bring him to a wider audience. I think it’s going to be very clear that here’s a person who devoted his whole life not only to athletics but to making a profound impact in the lives of student-athletes and improving the world in lots of different ways.”
For years, Teevens was an integral part of the famed Manning Passing Academy, run by former NFL quarterback Archie Manning and his more-famous QB sons, Peyton, Eli and Cooper (dad of current University of Texas QB Arch Manning). That’s how Peyton Manning came to be involved with the documentary.
“We are honored to share Buddy’s story and preserve his legacy,” Peyton Manning said in a statement announcing the release of the film. “Buddy’s motto as a coach and leader was ‘adjust and improvise.’ But it was more than a motto; Buddy was a true football innovator. He hired female coaches in the college ranks before anybody else, and he emphasized smarter and safer tackling long before the practice was adopted across the sport. Buddy was a terrific coach, but the legacy Buddy leaves behind extends well beyond his success on the field.”
At Silver Lake, Teevens starred in football, ice hockey and baseball and was a no-brainer pick for inclusion in the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Teevens, a lifelong friend of Silver Lake classmate Tim Murphy, who coached Harvard football from 1994-2023, went on to play both football and hockey at Dartmouth. He eventually spent 32 seasons as a college football head coach, including two stints at Dartmouth, where he went a combined 117-101-2 and won three Ivy League titles over his last seven seasons.
While with the Big Green, Teevens hired at least two female coaches who went on to coach in the NFL — Callie Brownson (Browns) and Jennifer King (Commanders, Bears). He also went against the grain by eliminating full-contact practices to save wear and tear on his players, famously telling Congress during a hearing on concussions in youth sports in 2016: “I love football. But I love my players more.” Eventually, he collaborated with Dartmouth’s engineering school on a robotic tackling dummy, known as the “Mobile Virtual Player” (MVP), that became used by other colleges and NFL teams.
Swanson highlighted Teevens’ accomplishments in his addresses to Silver Lake’s fall and winter athletes. This fall the Silver Lake football players wore helmet stickers with Teevens’ initials; the boys hockey team and baseball team are planning similar tributes.
“It’s very important” to remember him, said Silver Lake football coach Mark Killinger. “One of the values we talk about within our own program is the importance of family — how even when seniors graduate they’re still part of the culture that we’re building. So to look at someone (like Teevens) who played at Sirrico Field and wore that jersey and wore that helmet (and then went on to make such an impact), that will resonate with our kids.”
Swanson also told the Silver Lake athletes about a 2023 guest column in the Dartmouth alumni magazine titled “Dear Coach” in which Dartmouth long snapper Josh Greene tried to articulate the many ways that Teevens impacted the lives of his players. It includes the line, “Nobody made it less about themself than you.”
“He was like a real-life Ted Lasso combined with the coach from ‘Friday Night Lights,’” Swanson said of Teevens. “He was like a real-life Hollywood or television version of what a great coach looks like and acts like and the impact they can have on their players. We’re just so proud at Silver Lake to have been part of his journey.”
The Silver Lake community is buzzing with excitement as they eagerly anticipate the release of ESPN’s upcoming documentary on Buddy Teevens, the beloved football coach who has made a lasting impact on the town.
Teevens, who has been coaching at the local high school for over 20 years, is not only known for his impressive record on the field, but also for his dedication to his players and the community as a whole. His coaching philosophy, which emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and respect, has helped shape countless young athletes into confident and successful individuals.
The documentary promises to provide an intimate look into Teevens’ life, his coaching style, and the profound influence he has had on the Silver Lake community. Residents are eagerly counting down the days until its release, eager to celebrate their beloved coach and the positive impact he has had on their lives.
Stay tuned for updates on the documentary’s release date and be sure to tune in to witness the inspiring story of Buddy Teevens and the Silver Lake community.
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“The Buddy Way” premieres January 29 at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and will be available to stream on ESPN+ immediately following the debut.
You would’ve been lucky to know Buddy Teevens like my family did. You’re fortunate if you ever come across someone like that in life.
There was something about Buddy that just drew you in. He listened and made you feel heard. He was generous and genuine. Buddy cared — and somehow, you knew that from the moment that you met him.
That’s probably what made him a great recruiter. It’s definitely what made him a great person. My dad Archie often worked out on the track at Tulane University after his playing days. One day back in 1992, an energetic and gracious young man approached my dad to introduce himself. It was Tulane’s new football coach, Buddy Teevens.
There was one problem though. Buddy’s rapid speech combined with his Boston accent baffled my Mississippi-born father. He still likes to joke: “I wish I knew what the hell he was saying.” It didn’t matter. They were both fluent in football and family. It would be the start of a lifelong friendship.
At the time, I was a junior in high school and I’d soon get to know Buddy through the recruiting process. My heart was set on Tennessee, but I knew that I could have played for Buddy. Anyone would be lucky to have him as a coach.
In the summer of 1993, I attended Buddy’s camp at Tulane. At the end of the camp, everyone ran the 40-yard dash and your time was announced in front of the whole camp. Now, Buddy knew that my speed — or lack thereof — was a sensitive subject for me. So when it was my turn to run, he made sure to take control of the timing.
“Peyton Manning, 40-yard dash, 4.99.”
A little while later, a seventh grader took his turn at the 40. For reasons no one can explain, he ran while wearing his helmet.
“Eli Manning, 40-yard dash, 5.99.”
Maybe he was still trying to recruit me, but I promise you that I’ve never run a sub-5.0 40 in my life. As for Eli? Like I said, Buddy Teevens was a generous man.
Later that year, my family hosted college coaches for in-home visits. All of the biggest names came through — Bobby Bowden, Phillip Fulmer and Steve Spurrier just to name a few. But do you know what I remember most? Some coaches drew up plays on my mom’s fine linen napkins. But Buddy? He was the only one who helped my mother prepare the meal and do the dishes.
Buddy Teevens took care of things. Buddy Teevens took care of people. That was “The Buddy Way.”
In 1996, we started the Manning Passing Academy — a quarterback-receiver camp for players entering grades 8-12 and open to anyone who wants to attend. We wanted to teach the fundamentals. We wanted to do it the right way.
Buddy Teevens was my father’s first phone call.
That wound up being Buddy’s last year at Tulane. A different man would’ve wished us well and avoided the sweltering heat of South Louisiana in the summer. But even as Buddy’s coaching journey took him around the country, he never stopped showing up for us.
My father, my brothers Cooper and Eli and I have never missed a single minute of the camp. We cherish getting to work with young quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and tight ends. We love to meet the talented college quarterbacks — many of whom go on to NFL stardom — who serve as counselors. But just as importantly, the camp brings us together every summer. Amidst our busy lives, we know that each June we’ll have a few days together as a family.
Over the years, Buddy Teevens became so much more than a friend and a colleague. He became part of our family.
As a coach, Buddy’s motto after a loss was “Adjust and improvise.” He brought that same philosophy to the camp — and preached it to everyone around him.
The camp can be a logistical nightmare. From just 185 campers that first year, it has grown over the past 28 years to over 1,400 kids and 150 coaches putting in work on 25 fields. Somehow, Buddy made it all run smoothly.
Lightning? No problem, let’s get everyone inside and teach them coverages. Flooded fields? No problem, everyone in the gym and we’ll work on screen passes and three-step drops.
Adjust and improvise. That was “The Buddy Way.”
Buddy Teevens led Dartmouth to five Ivy League titles and became his alma mater’s all-time winningest coach. Indeed, Buddy enjoyed tremendous success on the football field. But that’s just one part of his legacy. Other coaches may have won more games, but you won’t find a coach who had a bigger impact on the sport.
Buddy was an innovator. He just saw things differently than the rest of us. In 2010, Dartmouth was at a low point. An 0-10 season was followed by a two-win season. Another coach would’ve taken it out on his players. Buddy decided to protect them.
That’s when he decided to stop having his players tackle each other during practice. He even worked with the engineering school to develop a robotic tackling dummy called the Mobile Virtual Player.
And it worked. Dartmouth became one of the best defensive teams in the nation. But Buddy wasn’t done revolutionizing the game. In 2018, he named Callie Brownson — whom he’d met at the Manning Passing Academy — as the first female full-time coach in D-I history. It started a pipeline of female coaches, who have gone on to success at the college and professional level.
Buddy wasn’t trying to prove a point. He recognized an untapped coaching resource that could help him win football games. And it worked.
Buddy Teevens wasn’t afraid to take risks. He’d do anything to put the people around him in a position to succeed. That was “The Buddy Way.”
Coach Buddy Teevens was more than just a coach to Peyton Manning. He was a mentor, a father figure, and a guiding force in Manning’s career. Teevens believed in Manning from the very beginning, seeing the potential in the young quarterback long before others did.
Under Teevens’ guidance, Manning honed his skills, developed his football IQ, and ultimately became one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. Teevens pushed Manning to be the best version of himself, both on and off the field, instilling in him a strong work ethic, a relentless drive for success, and a humble attitude.
But perhaps most importantly, Coach Teevens was there for Manning during some of the toughest moments of his career. From devastating losses to career-threatening injuries, Teevens stood by Manning’s side, offering support, encouragement, and wisdom.
In the end, Coach Teevens played a pivotal role in shaping Manning into the legendary quarterback he is today. And for that, Manning will forever be grateful. Coach Teevens wasn’t just a coach to Peyton Manning – he was a friend, a mentor, and a true inspiration.
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Fans can soon feel the love of a vintage comedy film featuring Adam Sandler and Jack Nicholson on streaming. The 2003 buddy comedy, Anger Management, lands an imminent debut on the free streaming platform, Tubi.
Tubi confirmed that Anger Management will become available to stream without charge on Feb. 1. The film has largely been available to rent or purchase digitally, via Prime Video and Apple TV. Anger Management is also the latest Sandler movie to be confirmed for a Tubi debut, with arguably his best feature, Uncut Gems, now available on the platform.
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Directed by Peter Segal, who also worked with Sandler on 50 First Dates, Anger Management chronicles the story of Dave Buznik (Sandler), a businessperson sentenced to an anger management program after an incident during a flight. The program is led by an unconventional therapist named Dr. Buddy Rydell (Nicholson), who was seated beside Dave on the plane amid the incident, with the two initially getting agitated with each other before eventually becoming friends.
Anger Management featured a star-studded cast that included Woody Harrelson, Luis Guzmán, John Turturro and the late Lynne Thigpen, with celebrity cameos from Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens, John McEnroe, then-New York mayor Rudy Giuliani and the late Bob Knight. The film earned mixed reviews from critics and audiences, earning a 42% critical rating and a 59% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, it attracted box-office success at the time, grossing $195.7 million against a $75 million budget. The film later earned a Teen Choice Awards win and an MTV Movie Awards nomination before spawning the Charlie Sheen-led FX TV series of the same name, which premiered in 2012 and lasted for 100 episodes before its cancelation.
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Sandler is gearing up for his next feature film, the Netflix-bound Happy Gilmore sequel. Happy Gilmore 2 was confirmed by Netflix last May and wrapped production in late 2024, continuing the acclaimed original 1996 film starring Sandler as the eponymous professional hockey reject turned polarizing golfing sensation. Sandler stars in Happy Gilmore 2 alongside Christopher McDonald, Ben Stiller, Julie Bowen and Dennis Dugan, with John Daly, Jack Nicklaus, Jason Spieth, Travis Kelce and Marshall “Eminem” Mathers among the celeb cameos. The follow-up is set to premiere later this year, while the original became available via Tubi last December.
Anger Management proved to be one of Nicholson’s last roles in his storied acting career. He later featured in Martin Scorsese’s The Departed and starred in another buddy comedy film, The Bucket List, alongside Morgan Freeman. The three-time Oscar winner’s final big-screen appearance was in the 2010 film, How Do You Know, before quietly retiring due to memory loss.
Fans can stream Anger Management via Tubi on Feb. 1.
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April 11, 2003
106 minutes
Peter Segal
David Dorfman
Fans of Adam Sandler and Jack Nicholson can rejoice as their 22-year-old buddy comedy film has found a new streaming home. The iconic duo’s film will now be available for streaming on a popular platform, allowing viewers to enjoy their hilarious antics once again.
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