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NFC East is the only division with four Black starting quarterbacks

The National Football League’s NFC Eastern Division will be the first division that fields four Black or African-American starting quarterbacks this season. The anticipated starting quarterbacks are Jayden Daniels, Jalen Hurts, Dak Prescott, and Russell Wilson, respectively, for the Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, and the New York Giants. Hurts will return to Philadelphia […]

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August 6, 2025

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Hurts will return to Philadelphia for his sixth season after the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. In the 2024 season, Hurts completed 68.9% of his passes, threw for 2,903 yards, and tallied 32 combined touchdowns (18 passing, 14 rushing). Hurts rose to fame in the NFL by keeping the main thing, the main thing. During the Super Bowl ring ceremony, Hurts did not put on the ring. He said he moved on.

“I’ve moved on to the new year,” Hurts said. “It’s as simple as that.”

That is the epitome of the ‘Mamba Mentality,’ made famous by the late, great Kobe Bryant.

Daniels cements the Commanders

Jayden Daniels returns to Washington carrying huge expectations after leading his team to an NFC Championship game appearance last season. His growth during his rookie year took the league by storm. In 2024, Daniels threw for 3,568 yards and 25 touchdowns. He also added 891 rushing yards and six touchdowns, culminating in Offensive Rookie of the Year Honors. After the first week of training camp, Daniels says he’s getting more comfortable in the system as he prepares for year two.

“It’s being more comfortable in the offense,” Daniels said. “I understand what Kliff is calling and what we want to accomplish as an offense. I have different tools in my tool belt to get to different protections, to get to different runs versus certain looks.”

The renewed enthusiasm for the Commanders in the District coincides with the D.C. City Council approved a proposal that paves the way for a new stadium to be built on the site of RFK Stadium.

“This is a historic moment,” said Washington Commanders Managing Partner Josh Harris. “This project is about more than delivering a world-class stadium worthy of our players, fans, and the region. It’s about revitalizing a critical part of our city, creating thousands of jobs, and unlocking long-term economic benefits for the District. We look forward to working with our fans, residents, community leaders, and elected officials to deliver on this vision.”

Dak Prescott is always under pressure… 2025 is no different

The Dallas Cowboys will remain relevant as long as Jerry Jones is the owner, general manager, and the lead promoter. With that, the spotlight shines brightest while Prescott wears the star on his helmet. He is also no stranger to criticism. When Prescott got engaged last season, fans took to social media to lament the fact that the engagement ring may be the only ‘ring’ he gets his hands on during his playing career. Heavy is the head that wears the crown. In Prescott’s case, he’s entering the first year of a $240 million extension, which will see him earn more than $60 million per season. The Cowboys are in win-now mode. But could they be hamstrung by Prescott’s contract?

Can Russell Wilson be a bridge for the Giants?

Russell Wilson signed a one-year contract with the New York Giants in the offseason to bring stability to the quarterback room. Jameis Winston was also signed to be the backup. Head Coach Brian Daboll said during Monday’s press conference that Wilson has had a positive impact on Giants star receiver Malik Nabers.

“[Wilson has] had a very positive impact on Malik,” Daboll said Tuesday, according to Matt Citak of the team’s website. “They have a good relationship, they spend a lot of time in the meeting room, and then they spend time outside just in terms of body maintenance, how Russ takes care of his body, the things he’s done to have a long career. He’s kind of grabbed hold of that, asks a lot of questions, he’s very involved. Talking about Malik in the meetings, communicative.”

Even though the Giants drafted Jaxson Dart in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Giants are expected to feature Wilson (and possibly Winston) this year as Dart sits. While Wilson isn’t as elusive as he used to be, it is up to the Giants’ offensive line to give the 36-year-old quarterback time. Additionally, the running game must be effective for Wilson to execute play action passes, something he is excels at.

Last year, there were sixteen Black starting quarterbacks in the NFL. Joining Daniels, Hurts, Prescott, and Wilson were Justin Fields, Lamar Jackson, Jordan Love, Patrick Mahomes II, Kyler Murray, Michael Penix Jr., Anthony Richardson, Geno Smith, CJ Stroud, Cam Ward, Deshaun Watson, Caleb Williams, and Bryce Young.

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Youth-Led Black August Event Brings Past to Present at East Oakland Boxing Association

The mission of Youth Alive! Is to “break the cycle of violence, heal trauma, and uplift a thriving community of leaders, to save lives in Oakland and beyond” by serving “as mentors, youth leaders, counselors, case managers, intervention specialists and violence interrupters,” working “to help violently wounded people heal themselves and their community.”
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3 weeks ago

August 29, 2026

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By Jana Lang Propel Youth Reporter

Youth-Led Black August Event Brings Past to Present at East Oakland Boxing Association

The East Oakland Boxing Association (EOBA) and Youth Alive! came together on Aug. 21 to share with their community all that Black August means to them.

Held on EOBA’s patio at 816 98th Ave. in Deep East Oakland, the two organizations hosted their second annual Black August Experience, featuring a food tasting, financial literacy and mindfulness workshops, and voter registration with the League of Women Voters Oakland (LWV).

Black August is known as a time to uphold the legacy of prisoners who protested their conditions by fasting, fighting, and educating themselves on the economic and political circumstances that contributed to their incarceration.

According to its website, “EOBA is a multi-service youth and community development hub that goes far beyond the ring. While rooted in the discipline of boxing, for nearly 40 years EOBA has also integrated robust programs in workforce development, food justice, afterschool enrichment, financial literacy, mentorship, and wellness.”.

The mission of Youth Alive! Is to “break the cycle of violence, heal trauma, and uplift a thriving community of leaders, to save lives in Oakland and beyond” by serving “as mentors, youth leaders, counselors, case managers, intervention specialists and violence interrupters,” working “to help violently wounded people heal themselves and their community.”

Through Coro California, another leadership organization serving young people across the state for 80 years, they gained a broader understanding of Black August.

EOBA Executive Director Dawna Williams spoke about how much she learned about Black August from the youth who created it. “I let them educate me,” she said. Instead of talking about prison reform and mass incarceration, Williams and youth interns found that Black August meant so much more. “We would have done a disservice if we had just focused on who the people were and what their situation was…We tried to take their message from back in the day and make it relevant to the young people today. What do they need to know?”

Youth interns created and placed posters around the patio to help participants understand how traditional Black foodways, civic engagement, financial literacy, and the power of education are relevant to Black resistance today.

An EOBA member described Black August with Youth ALIVE! as “a whole vibe. “This year we added the Fun Zone for the kids, because you really cannot go wrong with a Fun Zone. I also loved seeing everyone chillin’ in the outdoor lounge, catching some Vitamin D and just enjoying a Friday evening together.”

The food tasting, a popular event from last year, featured traditional Black foods such as black-eyed peas, johnny cakes, and fried chicken. Led by Williams, the tasting included a talk about how these traditional foods were made and why they are forms of Black resilience.

The “‘Plate of History’ was a favorite of the online writers. “Fun, educational, and did I mention delicious? Our Taste of History cook, Angela Southall, served up some good eats while connecting food to history and culture.”

The writer also commended the “League of Women Voters Oakland for their civic leadership and for getting our young people informed, ready, and registered to vote.”

Overall, it was a “good Friday event in East Oakland,” the writer said.

Upcoming Black August events: Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), will host “Black August: The Arc of Liberation” at Oakland City Hall on Sat. Aug. 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The websites for East Oakland Boxing Association, Youth Alive! and CORO are sources for this report.

Jana Lang is an Oakland resident, teacher, gardener and poet participating in the Propel News Initiative.

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EV Home Charging Warning: What Dealerships Won’t Tell You! #shorts

Is your home EV charging setup ready? Dealerships may not warn you about critical outlet and circuit needs. Find out before you plug in!
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Dealerships won’t tell you: charging this big battery at home isn’t always simple. Verify your outlet capacity, circuit, and setup before assuming level one or basic outdoor outlets will suffice.

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Car Buying Secrets: Dealership Traps & How to Avoid Them #shorts

Don’t get tricked at the dealership! Learn essential car buying secrets to secure the best deal and avoid hidden traps.
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Before stepping into a dealership, secure bank pre-approval for your financing rate. Then, get the out-the-door price in writing. Never discuss monthly payments until that number is fixed. Test road noise and rear visibility yourself. Decline add-ons with a simple ‘Not today’. Check backseat space with your tallest household member.

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