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Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ coaching academy opens NFL doors for diverse candidates
Genevieve Humphrey is settling in on the sidelines as the new assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Carolina Panthers, marking her first job in the NFL.
After coaching football at colleges across the country, Humphrey’s journey to the NFL started after participating in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers‘ first-ever National Coaching Academy. She was one of 25 people selected from more than 1,500 applicants for the academy, designed to help coaching candidates from high schools and colleges across the country get a foot in the NFL door.
“It was the best feeling ever,” Humphrey said. “It’s like this dream that’s been building and building for three years now, and I’m here.”
At the time of her selection, Humphrey was a strength coach at Georgia Southern University. The program, led by Bucs owner Darcy Glazer Kassewitz, was designed to bring more diverse voices to NFL teams’ coaching staff.
Kassewitz said the coaching academy is a project that everyone in the organization is deeply committed to, with contributions coming from all areas, including coaches, scouts, player personnel, and front office staff.
“There is everybody’s fingerprints on this program,” she said.
The weeklong program included masterclasses from the Buccaneers’ leadership, networking opportunities, and time on the field with players and coaches, including head coach Todd Bowles, who said it is hard to break into the league because of the lack of teams.
“There are 32 pro teams. There’s over 500-something college football teams. So even if you’re qualified, that doesn’t guarantee you a chance,” said Bowles.
The NFL has long faced criticism over its lack of diversity in coaching. Despite two-thirds of players being men of color, over 80% of head coach hires in the last decade have been white. The league has made some progress—this season, there are nine minority head coaches and 15 female full-time coaches.
The Buccaneers, known for leading the way in diverse hires, are the first NFL franchise to employ two female coaches.
Humphrey said her NFL career is off to a great start– she’s noticed the respect and acceptance she’s received from players since day one.
“I’ve seen more respect here in the weight room than anywhere else I’ve been,” Humphrey said.
As she prepares for her first NFL season, Humphrey reflects on the impact of the coaching academy.
“I think the academy was really special. It really allowed me to understand how to like, walk into that space, knowing that I’m meant to be there,” she said.
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How to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Chicago Bears today. The Vikings are currently 8-2, an impressive run so far this season, and will be looking to add a fourth win to their current streak after last Sunday’s 23-13 win against the Tennessee Titans. The Bears, on the other hand, are entering this game on the heels of a four-game losing streak after a tough 20-19 loss against the Green Bay Packers last Sunday.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Vikings vs. Bears game today, whether or not you have cable.
How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears
The Vikings vs. Bears game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
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Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
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How to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The Detroit Lions will face off against the Indianapolis Colts today. The Lions enter this game as top contenders with a near-perfect record of 9-1 so far this season. The Colts, who are 5-6 this season, could have a tough game on their hands against the Lions but will be looking to rack up another win after prevailing over the New York Jets in a tight game last Sunday.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Colts vs. Lions game today, whether or not you have cable.
Here’s how and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts
The Lions vs. Colts game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
Experience NFL action like never before with Fubo’s comprehensive sports streaming platform. From Sunday showdowns to primetime matchups, catch every NFL game across major networks including CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Choose the Pro package to unlock 200+ channels and limitless DVR storage, or elevate your game-day experience with the Elite with Sports Plus package, featuring NFL RedZone’s commercial-free scoring highlights and stunning 4K quality.
Test drive the service with a no-commitment seven-day free trial, and share the excitement with family and friends — Fubo supports simultaneous streaming on up to 10 devices, so everyone can watch their favorite teams.
You can watch today’s game with a subscription to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which includes ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox. The plan offers 46 channels with local NFL games, nationally broadcast games, and 50 hours of DVR storage. For complete NFL coverage, add Paramount+ to get CBS games, or upgrade with the Sports Extra add-on for additional sports channels like Golf Channel, NBA TV and NFL RedZone.
Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.