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LSU alum Jayden Daniels reflects on ‘full-circle moment’ of returning to Louisiana after stellar rookie year

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NEW ORLEANS – Jayden Daniels wishes he was in New Orleans to gear up for the Super Bowl, not a press tour.

However, the state of Louisiana is where he called home for two years and became a star at LSU, so he is taking it all in. The Baton Rogue campus is just 80 miles away from Bourbon Street, and it is a “full-circle moment” for Daniels.

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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, #5, celebrates a touchdown against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football divisional playoff game on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

“Being here for two years, now we’re back here, I wanted to be back here playing in the Super Bowl, but it’s awesome man. Just being here, it’s a full-circle for us, for sure,” Daniels said in a recent interview with Fox News Digital.

It is also much more special for Daniels that the city is hosting the big game less than six weeks after the New Year’s terror attack.

“Obviously, it was a tragedy. You never want to see that happen,” Daniels added. “But it’s been awesome man, a great city to host an event like this. I love it out here. I’m happy they were able to do this.”

Daniels is in the Big Easy with his mother, which makes the full-circle moment even that much more complete. The two have teamed up with Invisalign to help fans build confidence with their smiles.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, #5, waves to the crowd after an overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons during an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

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With Daniels being back home after his rookie season, it is hard not to feel confident.

“It’s been awesome. I pride myself on my smile. I had braces growing up, so just being able to enhance your smile even more, you always gotta keep a good set of teeth on you,” Daniels said.

Daniels is making the trip to the NFL Honors on Thursday in New Orleans, where he was named the Offensive Rookie of the Year.

He came up short in the NFC Championship, but with a bright future ahead of him, it is easy to realize that the Washington Commanders have big goals in mind.

So, how can they do it?

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“We gotta take it one day at a time. Can’t really think about getting back, because you get caught up in different stuff,” Daniels said. “For us, just go out there, whoever we have, we have the standard set that this is who we want to be, this is the Commander team, we are the brand. Whoever comes in, we gotta hold them to that standard.”

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February 7, 2025
Penn State alum Micah Parsons raves about Abdul Carter, says No. 11 may be put on ‘break’ at school

Penn State has developed dominant pass rushers like Micah Parsons and, now, Abdul Carter.

Parsons is a perennial Defensive Player of the Year candidate for the Dallas Cowboys, while Carter might just go No. 1 in the NFL Draft.

The two worked out together in the offseason, and Parsons “couldn’t be more proud” of the soon-to-be fellow Nittany Lions alum.

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Abdul Carter (11) of the Penn State Nittany Lions shakes hands with Micah Parsons of the Dallas Cowboys before the Capital One Orange Bowl against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Hard Rock Stadium Jan. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

“Super excited for him. I couldn’t be more proud of him. We talked all offseason while we were working out together, just about how to become the No. 1 pick, how to get there, what you have to do on and off the field. I couldn’t be more proud of him that he’s in that discussion,” Parsons said in a recent interview with Fox News Digital.

Like Parsons, Carter has worn No. 11 at Penn State, which is a badge of honor.

Similar to the No. 7 at LSU, or to stick with Parsons’ familiarity, No. 88 with the Cowboys, the number is given to a player who the school, and the last representative, feels is worthy.

“They talk about guys they’re thinking about giving it to, but you gotta show why you’re about to get it. It’s not something they’re just gonna give out.” Parsons said.

The number’s tradition at the school starts with LaVar Arrington, and it was carried on by NaVorro Bowman.

Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Micah Parsons (11) celebrates in front of Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (24) after sacking quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) in the first half of a game in Arlington, Texas, Dec. 26, 2021. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)

Not to discredit those guys, but Parsons and Carter are both in another stratosphere, and that’s why Parsons feels that the number might be put on hold for a while, considering whoever is next has huge shoes to fill.

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“I don’t think he’s the last one, but I think they’re gonna put it on a break. They’re gonna go, ‘Hold on, the last two No. 11s was the 12th pick, should’ve been a top five pick. The other person might be the No. 1 pick.’ It’s like, ‘Let’s hold on,’” Parsons said.

Parsons is one of the best defensive players in the game. He’s also trying to become one of the best paddle players out there. He recently partnered with P&G for its “Battle of the Paddles.”

“They knew I’m just a guy with a family background, and with the paddles, just gotta compete show that I’m the best on or off the field,” said Parsons. “Any time I have an opportunity to rep the star, Penn State, who I am off the field, I’m just a big kid who likes to have fun. I get the football aspect, but I like battling with some of the best.”

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He’s looking for revenge from last year’s battle after losing to “some Ohio State guys,” and he’s looking most forward to a matchup with Buckeye alum Chris Olave.

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February 6, 2025