NFL

2024 - 9 - 6

Touchdown Tales: Former Cardinals and Bears Ready to Rock the NFL!

Brazil - Green Bay Packers - Justin Reid - Kansas City Chiefs - NFL - Peacock - Philadelphia Eagles - Season Opener - Stanford

Meet the Stanford stars and Baylor Bears making waves in the NFL! Can you believe it's been over a century since a Baylor player took the field?

As the NFL season kicks off, all eyes are on former Cardinal Justin Reid, who is set to make his season debut with the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night. Reid, a safety known for his speed and intelligence on the field, represents one of the 29 former Stanford football players currently holding a spot on an NFL roster in 2024. Cardinal Nation is proud to see one of their own ready to tackle the season ahead, continuing a long line of excellence from the prestigious university. Fans are eager to see if Reid can help lead the Chiefs to yet another successful season, adding to their legacy with his crucial contributions on defense.

Speaking of traditions, it's been a monumental journey for the Baylor Bears in the NFL. Over a century ago, in 1923, the first Baylor alum, Russ Blailock, stepped onto an NFL field, marking the beginning of a legacy that has since flourished. Fast forward to the present, and the Bears now have nine active players on NFL Opening Day rosters. This demonstrates Baylor's significant impact in shaping recognizable talents who thrive in the NFL. The intertwining stories of these players motivate current athletes, showing them that greatness can be achieved with perseverance and hard work.

Justin Reidโ€™s journey exemplifies this path as he honed his skills at Stanford before making an impact in the NFL, echoing the steps of many legendary players from his alma mater. With each game, he carries the dreams and hopes of countless student-athletes, ready to showcase his speed and strategic insight against fierce competitors. Reid is not the only appealing figure this season; the sight of multiple Baylor Bears taking the field is a testament to their hard work and commitment over the years, fueling a rich history that has produced a myriad of successful athletes.

As the football season unfolds, fans can expect to see breathtaking displays of talent and discipline from these former collegians. Both the Stanford Cardinals and the Baylor Bears represent a lineage of sporting excellence. Did you know that Stanford has produced more than 200 NFL players over the years? And as for the Bears, they continue to build a bright future with their robust football program. This season promises to witness new records, emerging stars, and unforgettable highlights!

Former Cardinal gear up for NFL season (Stanford University News)

Justin Reid, who opens the season with the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night, is one of 29 former Stanford football players on NFL rosters in 2024.

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#NextLevelBU: Nine Bears active on NFL Opening Day rosters (Baylor University)

It's now been more than 100 years since the first Baylor alum appeared in an NFL game. That would be Russ Blailock, an offensive lineman who made his debut ...

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NFL Season Kicks Off With 20 Terps (Maryland Today)

From left are four of the Terps in the NFL: Los Angeles Charger Tarheeb Still, Baltimore Raven Corey Bullock, Oakland Raider Delmar Glaze (at the combine) and ...

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Why Eagles vs. Packers in Brazil is a Peacock exclusive NFL game (The Athletic)

The NFL and Peacock are teaming up for another season. The Athletic has all the details and the full streaming schedule.

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How to watch the Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles NFL ... (CBS News)

Catch Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles play the Green Bay Packers live from Brazil tonight in NFL Week 1.

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NBC, Peacock ready for the NFL's latest gambit: A Packers-Eagles ... (The New York Times)

On Friday, the Packers and Eagles will play a Peacock-exclusive game in Brazil. NBC's preparations have been over a year in the making.

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Live updates: Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles game ... (NBC News)

Latest news and live updates on the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers game. Get updates on scores, players and more from Brazil.

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What channel is the NFL game on tonight? What time to watch ... (AZCentral.com)

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers NFL Week 1 TV channel, how to watch on television, how to stream Friday NFL game on Sept. 6, 2024 in Brazil.

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NFL Eagles-Packers Game in Sao Paulo, Brazil: How to Watch Online (Today.com)

The NFL will stage a Philadelphia Eagles-Green Bay Packers regular-season game in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Friday, Sept. 6. Here's how to watch and stream ...

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How to watch the NFL on Peacock: Streaming info ahead of ... (NBC Sports - NFL)

Head to Peacock this Friday night for an exclusive NFL thriller in Brazil between the Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles.

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Ravens-Chiefs sets NFL Kickoff ratings record with 28.9M viewers ... (ESPN)

A total audience average of 28.9 million watched the Chiefs beat the Ravens on Thursday, making it the most-watched NFL Kickoff game since it started in ...

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RAVENS-CHIEFS THRILLER ON NBC & PEACOCK IS MOST ... (NBC Sports Pressbox)

Audience Peaked at 33 Million Viewers in Second Quarter. Led By Peacock, Ravens-Chiefs is 2nd-Most Simulstreamed NBC NFL Game Ever โ€“ Topping Three Prior NBC ...

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Packers vs. Eagles score and live updates: Highlights and analysis ... (The New York Times)

Follow live coverage of Brazil's first ever regular-season NFL game as the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers clash today.

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Ravens-Chiefs season opener ranks as most-watched NFL Kickoff ... (The New York Times)

The game topped viewership for last year's season opener (27.5 million for Detroit Lions-Chiefs) by five percent.

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Some NFL fans defy host soccer club's preference by wearing green ... (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

The host of the NFL's first game in Brazil, Corinthians, is not keen on the green-dominated color schemes of its Friday night visitors, the Green Bay ...

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Eagles vs. Packers live updates: Score, how to watch, latest on NFL ... (USA TODAY)

The NFL's regular-season calendar continues to expand as the league kicks off its first game in Brazil on Friday when the Eagles face the Packers.

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Stanford in the NFL: 2024 Season Preview (Stanford Athletics)

29 former Cardinal are on NFL rosters in 2024, with the season beginning Thursday night for two-time Super Bowl champion Justin Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Some NFL fans defy host soccer club's preference by wearing green ... (The Associated Press)

The host of the NFL's first game in Brazil, soccer club Corinthians, is not keen on the green-dominated color schemes of its Friday night visitors, ...

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How to watch Eagles vs Packers tonight on Peacock (Lebanon Daily News)

The 2024 NFL season continues with a first: Friday Night Football in Week 1 as the Green Bay Packers face the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil.

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NFL-In soccer-loving Brazil, dream comes true for 'football' fans with ... (CNA)

SAO PAULO : Tens of thousands of cheering Brazilian fans of American-style football realized a life-long dream on Friday night, seeing in person some of the ...

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Week 1 picks: Who are the NFL experts taking in Eagles vs. Packers (Eagles Wire)

The NFL experts are predicting the Green Bay Packers to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1 from Sao Paulo, Brazil on Friday night.

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NFL Kicks Off 2024 Season With Huge Ratings Win (Adweek)

The Kansas City Chiefs may have won the kickoff game against the Baltimore Ravens on NBC and Peacock, but the NFL also came out on top as a winner with ...

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