Thursday - May 22, 2025
Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Ohio Newsletter for Friday May 02, 2025 ( 12 items )  

246 high schools have players selected in 2025 NFL Draft
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 246 high schools have players selected in 2025 NFL Draft With the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft, this year's class of drafted rookies will soon begin life in the NFL. While each drafted rookie enters the NFL from a different background, the one thing they all have in common is an outstanding experience playing high school football. A total of 246 high schools contributed to the 257 pla  more

Amari Cooper landing spots: Cowboys, Eagles among seven best team fits for top free-agent WR
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Amari Cooper landing spots: Cowboys, Eagles among seven best team fits for top free-agent WR Free agency took its annual pause as clubs filled needs through the 2025 NFL Draft. The league can hit un-pause now. The contracts likely won't be lucrative, and some players might wait until closer to training camp to find a home -- passing on offseason workouts -- but there are still jobs to b  more

Antioch University: Transformational Leadership - Driving Change for an Equitable and Just Future
YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio, May 2 -- Antioch University issued the following news: * * * Transformational Leadership: Driving Change for an Equitable and Just Future In today's rapidly evolving world, where organizations must continually adapt to shifting societal, technological, and economic landscapes, transformational leadership plays a pivotal role in driving lasting change. Now, more than ever, organizations need leaders who are not just managers, but true change-makers who prioritize inclusiv  more

Fantasy football flex rankings after NFL draft: Ashton Jeanty, Travis Hunter among 16 rookies in top 150
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Fantasy football flex rankings after NFL draft: Ashton Jeanty, Travis Hunter among 16 rookies in top 150 RANKING TIERS * Nos. 1-50 * Nos. 51-100 * Nos. 101-150 FLEX RANKINGS: 1-50 1\. Saquon Barkley, Eagles | RB1 2\. Bijan Robinson, Falcons | RB2 3\. Ja'Marr Chase, Bengals | WR1 4\. Puka Nacua, Rams | WR2 5\. Justin Jefferson, Vikings | WR3 6\. CeeDee Lamb, Cowbo  more

Giants GM Joe Schoen: Jaxson Dart sitting behind veteran QBs will be 'beneficial' during rookie season
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Giants GM Joe Schoen: Jaxson Dart sitting behind veteran QBs will be 'beneficial' during rookie season Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll have been through this rodeo before, drafting a first-round quarterback with enticing upside but one who might need some seasoning before he's truly ready to cook. In 2018, Schoen was an assistant general manager in Buffalo and Daboll the offensive coordinator  more

Jalen Ramsey landing spots: Which teams could trade for seven-time Pro Bowl CB?
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Jalen Ramsey landing spots: Which teams could trade for seven-time Pro Bowl CB? While the 2025 NFL Draft included plenty of twists and turns, one anticipated deal never materialized. Two weeks after mutually agreeing to seek a trade, Jalen Ramsey remains employed by the Miami Dolphins. General manager Chris Grier maintained the team is still evaluating the market for Ramsey after the draf  more

NFL news roundup: Browns decline QB Kenny Pickett's fifth-year option
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * NFL news roundup: Browns decline QB Kenny Pickett's fifth-year option NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown. * NOTE: Teams listed in alphabetical order * READ : 2025 NFL free agency tracker * READ: Fifth-year option tracker SIGNINGS * QB Kenny Pickett 's fifth-year option h  more

Packers' Matt LaFleur on 'beef' with Bears' new coach: 'I don't know Ben Johnson'
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Packers' Matt LaFleur on 'beef' with Bears' new coach: 'I don't know Ben Johnson' In Ben Johnson's introductory press conference, the new Chicago Bears coach goaded rival Green Bay and Matt LaFleur. "And to be quite frank with ya, I kind of enjoyed beating Matt LaFleur twice a year," Johnson said in January of his success with the Lions against the Packers. For his part, LaFleur has def  more

Patriots QB Drake Maye 'pumped' to play behind Will Campbell after first-round OT's viral draft moment
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Patriots QB Drake Maye 'pumped' to play behind Will Campbell after first-round OT's viral draft moment One of the emotional highlights of the 2025 NFL Draft came during Round 1 when Will Campbell was selected by the New England Patriots. The first offensive lineman taken off the board, Campbell let it all out after being selected No. 4 overall, telling NFL Network's Jamie Erdahl that he's  more

The SAFE Act Protecting Minors From Irreversible Sex-Change Treatments Remains Law in Ohio Pending Appeal
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release: * * * The SAFE Act Protecting Minors From Irreversible Sex-Change Treatments Remains Law in Ohio Pending Appeal WASHINGTON D.C. -- Independent Women's Law Center (IWLC) filed an amicus brief in Madeline Moe v. David Yost to the Supreme Court of Ohio, urging the court to accept review of the case. The 10th District Court of Appeals in Ohio held that the state's ban on puberty bloc  more

Trust for Public Land, East Cleveland School District Break Ground on Ohio's First Community Schoolyard
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 1 [Category: Environment] -- The Trust for Public Land posted the following news release: * * * Trust for Public Land, East Cleveland School District Break Ground on Ohio's First Community Schoolyard CLEVELAND - Trust for Public Land (TPL), in partnership with the East Cleveland City School District and the local community, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of Ohio's inaugural Community Schoolyard at Caledonia Elementary School. This transformative project  more

USU's Impact on the Future of Military Medicine Highlighted at MHS Conference
BETHESDA, Maryland, May 2 -- The Uniformed Services University issued the following news: * * * USU's Impact on the Future of Military Medicine Highlighted at MHS Conference The Uniformed Services University played a central role on the first day of the Military Health System (MHS) Conference in Cleveland, Ohio, showcasing its leadership in shaping the future of military medicine through innovative education, strategic vision, and critical studies. The Uniformed Services University (USU) too  more