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Here’s how Mississippians performed in the 2023 NFL combine

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3 years ago

March 8, 2023

From the end of the college football season and performances in all-star bowl games, the National Football League (NFL) combine is the week-long showcase of talent held annually at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis, Ind. Each year, college football players complete physical and mental tests in front of NFL coaches, general managers, and scouts.

13 players with Mississippi ties — either in being from a town, went to junior college, or played at one of the state’s six Division I universities — were invited to attend based on their collegiate experience. For the most part, these Mississippians performed well, which could affect their draft status along with salary.

With the NFL Draft garnering more notice year in and year out, the scouting combine has also grown in significance, allowing personnel directors to evaluate upcoming prospects in a standardized setting. All the way from the quarterback position on offense to the cornerback position on defense, the Magnolia State was…

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By: Hunter Dawkins
Title: Here’s how Mississippians performed in the 2023 NFL combine
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/heres-how-mississippians-performed-in-the-2023-nfl-combine/
Published Date: Wed, 08 Mar 2023 16:39:05 +0000

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Suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination believed to have acted alone, says Utah governor

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4 days ago

September 12, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-09-12 05:10:00

SUMMARY: Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested for the targeted assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Orem, Utah. Authorities said Robinson had expressed opposition to Kirk’s views and indicated responsibility after the shooting. The attack occurred during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University, where Kirk was shot once from a rooftop and later died in hospital. Engravings on bullets and chat messages helped link Robinson to the crime, which was captured on grim video. The killing sparked bipartisan condemnation amid rising political violence. President Trump announced Robinson’s arrest and plans to award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies

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5 days ago

September 11, 2025

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www.wcbi.com – Associated Press – 2025-09-11 14:00:00

SUMMARY: On the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, solemn ceremonies were held in New York, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville to honor nearly 3,000 victims. Families shared personal remembrances, emphasizing ongoing grief and the importance of remembrance. Vice President JD Vance postponed his attendance to visit a recently assassinated activist’s family, adding tension to the day. President Trump spoke at the Pentagon, pledging never to forget and awarding the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously. The attacks’ global impact reshaped U.S. policy, leading to wars and extensive health care costs for victims. Efforts continue to finalize legal proceedings against the alleged plot mastermind.

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Hunt for Charlie Kirk assassin continues, high-powered rifle recovered

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5 days ago

September 11, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Michael Bartiromo – 2025-09-11 04:56:00

SUMMARY: Charlie Kirk, conservative influencer and Turning Point USA founder, was fatally shot by a sniper during a speech at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. The shooter, believed to be a college-aged individual who fired from a rooftop, escaped after the attack. Authorities recovered a high-powered rifle and are reviewing video footage but have not identified the suspect. The shooting highlighted growing political violence in the U.S. and sparked bipartisan condemnation. Kirk, a Trump ally, was praised by political leaders, including Trump, who called him a “martyr for truth.” The university was closed and security heightened following the incident.

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