BREAKING: 49ers Rookie Showed Up to Practice Reeking of Alcohol — Coaches Respond With Brutal Punishment
San Francisco, CA – October 2, 2025
The San Francisco 49ers are no strangers to high expectations, but this week the franchise found itself making headlines for reasons that had nothing to do with football. According to multiple reports, an alarming scene unfolded at the team facility involving one of their rookies — a moment that tested the culture Kyle Shanahan has carefully built.
Witnesses described the rookie as arriving late to practice, sluggish in demeanor, and noticeably unfocused. Staff members were stunned when they realized the strong smell of alcohol lingered in the air, raising immediate concerns about his professionalism and commitment.
Shanahan, who has established himself as one of the NFL’s most demanding coaches, reportedly stopped practice to send a message that cut through the room. “You disrespect the 49ers’ standard, you disrespect every man who’s sacrificed to wear this jersey. We don’t tolerate that here,”
That rookie was Jordan Watkins, the undrafted wide receiver from Ole Miss who fought his way onto San Francisco’s active roster in 2025. For Watkins, making the 53-man roster was a dream realized — but now, just weeks into the season, that dream is teetering on the brink of collapse.
Shanahan responded swiftly and decisively: Watkins has been suspended for two games without pay, a punishment described as both “brutal and necessary” to maintain accountability in the locker room. For a rookie trying to prove himself behind established stars like Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel, the suspension could prove career-defining.
Veteran leaders reportedly backed Shanahan’s call, reinforcing the importance of discipline during a season in which San Francisco eyes another deep playoff run. “We’re chasing Lombardis, not excuses,” one veteran reportedly told reporters, highlighting the ruthlessness of a championship-driven locker room.
Fans have reacted with a mix of outrage and disappointment. Some argue a rookie should be cut immediately for arriving intoxicated to practice, while others believe the suspension gives him one final chance to reset and prove his worth.
Whatever the outcome, the message from Shanahan and the 49ers is clear: this is an organization where accountability comes first. For Jordan Watkins, the path ahead is uncertain — his next move will determine whether this becomes the wake-up call that saves his career or the mistake that ends it before it truly begins.
BREAKING: Ravens Star RB Climbs to No. 6 All-Time in Rushing TDs With 30-Yard Explosion vs Bills
Baltimore, MD – September 7, 2025
Derrick Henry may be 31 years old, but moments like this prove he’s far from done. In the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills, the Ravens’ new powerhouse back ripped off a stunning 30-yard touchdown run, giving Baltimore a 10-7 lead and etching his name deeper into NFL history.
Taking the handoff to the right, Henry brushed aside safety Cole Bishop with his signature stiff arm before exploding through the lane untouched. It was vintage Henry — raw power mixed with surprising burst — and it carried more than just six points. That score marked the 107th rushing touchdown of his career, officially moving him past the legendary Jim Brown and into sole possession of sixth place on the NFL’s all-time list.
The milestone reminded fans why Henry has long been a symbol of dominance. He led the league with 16 rushing touchdowns in 2024, and early returns in Baltimore suggest he’s still every bit the nightmare for defenses. By halftime, Henry had already racked up 52 yards on six carries with one trip to the end zone.
“I’ve heard the doubts, the whispers about my age. But I’m here to prove that greatness doesn’t fade — it adapts, it fights, and it keeps going,” Henry said after the play, a message that reverberated through M&T Bank Stadium.
Daily reminder Jerry Jones never even gave Derrick Henry a call. pic.twitter.com/aCOBBsYHmq
— DivaD4k (@D4DDYD4K) September 8, 2025
Quarterback Lamar Jackson has quietly matched Henry’s fire, completing five of his first six passes for 45 yards and adding 29 yards with his legs. The Ravens struck first when rookie kicker Tyler Loop drilled a 52-yard field goal — the first kick of his NFL career — after replacing the iconic Justin Tucker.
There was one scare in the opening quarter when Jackson appeared to cut his thumb while stiff-arming Bills defender Ed Oliver. Trainers quickly glued the cut, and Jackson never missed a snap, showcasing the same resilience that defines this Baltimore team.
On a night filled with history, Henry’s touchdown wasn’t just about moving up a list. It was a reminder that the Ravens now have one of the game’s most decorated backs, still running like he has something left to prove — and giving Baltimore fans every reason to believe this offense can dominate.
