NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Dentsply Sirona Inc. XRAY and certain of the company's senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Dentsply, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/dentsply-sirona-inc . Investors have until January 27, 2025, to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in Dentsply stock. The case is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York and is captioned North Collier Fire Control and Rescue District Firefighters' Retirement Plan v. Dentsply Sirona Inc., et al. , No. 24-cv-09083. What is the Lawsuit About? Dentsply manufactures professional dental products. On December 31, 2020, Dentsply paid $1.04 billion to acquire Byte, a manufacturer of affordable, "doctor-directed," clear dental aligners. The complaint alleges that, during the relevant period, Dentsply touted the growth in Byte's business as well as Dentsply's ability to profitably generate revenue by converting members of Byte's "target demographics" into new patients. In truth, the complaint alleges that Dentsply targeted low-income people with underlying dental issues that were ineligible for treatment and Dentsply sold Byte aligners to contraindicated patients. The complaint further alleges that Dentsply knew that its Byte aligners were causing severe patient injuries but did little to investigate and had no systems in place to notify the FDA, contrary to regulation. As a result, Dentsply materially overstated the goodwill value of Byte. On October 24, 2024, Dentsply announced the "voluntary suspension of sales and marketing of its Byte Aligners and Impression Kits while the company conducted a review of certain regulatory requirements related to these products." Dentsply also disclosed that it "expects to record non-cash charges for the impairment of goodwill within the range of $450-$550 million" for its Orthodontic and Implant Solutions segment, with the decline in fair value for the Orthodontic Aligner Solutions reporting unit "driven primarily by adverse impacts from recent state regulatory trends pertaining to the Company's direct-to-consumer aligner business." During a "Byte business update call" CEO Campion gave more context about the Byte suspension: "[I]n connection with our ongoing discussions with FDA, we have determined that our patient onboarding workflow may not provide adequate assurance that certain contraindicated patients do not enter treatment with Byte Aligners." As a result of this news, the price of Dentsply stock fell more than 4%, from a closing price of $24.41 per share on October 24, 2024 to a closing price of $23.31 per share on October 25, 2024. Then, on November 7, 2024, Dentsply reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2024 during which it disclosed it had "recorded a non-cash charge for the impairment of goodwill of ($495) million net of tax within the Orthodontic and Implant Solutions segment." Dentsply also revised its 2024 outlook, with expected organic sales of "(3.5%) to (2.5%) (previously (1%) to flat)" and adjusted EPS of "$1.82 to $1.86 (previously $1.96 to $2.02)." CEO Campion disclosed that although Dentsply was "not at a point in our analysis to make a definitive decision concerning Byte," the company was "thoroughly evaluating strategic options, which may include a discontinuation of some or all of this business." This news caused the price of Dentsply stock to fall $6.72 per share, or more than 28%, from a closing price of $23.98 per share on November 6, 2024, to a closing price of $17.26 per share on November 7, 2024. Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/dentsply-sirona-inc . What Can You Do? If you invested in Dentsply you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm. All representation is on a contingency fee basis, there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses. Submit your information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/dentsply-sirona-inc Or contact: Ross Shikowitz ross@bfalaw.com 212-789-3619 Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP? Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. 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Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi yesterday visited Charilam village in Sepahijala district of Tripura to oversee renewable energy project taken up by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA) for the farmers. During the review of the Ministry’s activities in the area, the Minister said 27 SPV Pumps covering 54 acres of land under PM- KUSUM Scheme (Component B) and 35 LED based SPV Street Lighting Systems under MNRE Scheme have been installed. He added that these initiatives have led to the successful implementation of double cropping, resulting in double income for the farmers. The Union Minister was on a two-day visit to Tripura from Saturday and attended multiple programmes. During his visit to the state, the Minister visited the Food Corporation of India (FCI) office and the state godowns on 28th December, where he took stock of the current situation, particularly in terms of food grain storage and distribution. He also had a meeting with Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha and other officials to review the performance and implementation of key central schemes like PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, PM KUSUM, and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Tripura. Mr. Joshi said that the Centre has (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); recently approved a Private Enterprise Guarantee (PEG) scheme for enhancing storage space in North Eastern States. With this initiative, FCI aims to double its storage capacity in Tripura by constructing additional capacity of 70,000 metric tonnes in two years’ time period. He said, today India is providing free food grains to 81 crore people under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, which is twice the population of the European Union. Under this scheme rice, wheat and coarse grains are being provided free of cost to state identified beneficiaries. He said, PM Modi government has extended this free ration scheme till December 31, 2028. In the last 5-years under Decentralised Procurement mode, around 1.2 lakh MT Rice of MSP value of 360 crore rupees has been procured in Tripura state benefitting around 94,000 farmers. Recently, Central government has also extended the universal supply of fortified rice enriched with essential micronutrients such as iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12 under all government welfare schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, Integrated Child Development Services and PM POSHAN from July 2024 until December 2028. In year 2023-24, around 1.75 lakh MT Fortified rice was lifted/distributed under various welfare schemes in Tripura.
The Minnesota Vikings have gone back to the well of elevating two players heading into their week 12 matchup against the Chicago Bears, but they did it in a different fashion. The Vikings have elevated long snapper Jake McQuaide from the practice squad and activated tight end Nick Muse from injured reserve. They alson officially announced the waiving of cornerback Akayleb Evans . The move wasn't too much of a surprisewith the activation of Muse. Tight end Josh Oliver was ruled out on Friday with wrist and ankle injuries after not practicing all week. His loss will be felt in all three phases, as Oliver can routinely be asked to block edge rushers. Muse's return comes at the perfect time with Oliver's injury. He wasn't used much on offense in the two gmes but is likely to see some playing time on Sunday, as he's arguably a better run blocker than Johnny Mundt . The Vikings just used the last elevation for McQuaide, meaning he will need to go to the active roster for next week's game. The Vikings and Bears kick off at noon on Sunday. This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.
The Minnesota Vikings have gone back to the well of elevating two players heading into their week 12 matchup against the Chicago Bears, but they did it in a different fashion. The Vikings have elevated long snapper Jake McQuaide from the practice squad and activated tight end Nick Muse from injured reserve. They alson officially announced the waiving of cornerback Akayleb Evans . The move wasn't too much of a surprisewith the activation of Muse. Tight end Josh Oliver was ruled out on Friday with wrist and ankle injuries after not practicing all week. His loss will be felt in all three phases, as Oliver can routinely be asked to block edge rushers. Muse's return comes at the perfect time with Oliver's injury. He wasn't used much on offense in the two gmes but is likely to see some playing time on Sunday, as he's arguably a better run blocker than Johnny Mundt . The Vikings just used the last elevation for McQuaide, meaning he will need to go to the active roster for next week's game. The Vikings and Bears kick off at noon on Sunday. This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.Bonding over mutual interests? Study says it's 'similarity-effect'
Cyber Monday tabletop gaming deals have been particularly nice this season, and especially when it comes to board game deals. But just because board games have largely had all the fun, that doesn't mean there aren't deals to be found for Dungeons & Dragons. For example, the Young Adventurer's Collection Box Set is at a record-low price that's hard to beat. This Cyber Monday deal is just $14.94 over on Amazon at the moment. Given that the set of four books typically retails for $34.99, that's a saving of about $20. This is the lowest price I've ever seen on the collection, with previous offers all handing around the $23 mark over the last few months. When it comes to the best Cyber Monday gaming deals , it's hard to beat the bang for the buck as presented here. Should you buy the The Young Adventurer's Collection Box Set 1? When people think of D&D, they probably often think of running a campaign or the big imposing rulebooks that are hard for people to engage with initially. It's a classic conundrum: how do you best introduce someone to D&D if they have no familiarity with it whatsoever? Enter the Young Adventurer's Guides! The four books in this box set – Monsters & Creatures, Warriors & Weapons, Dungeons & Tombs, and Wizards & Spells – are explicitly designed to bring young fans into the fold by introducing various concepts in a straightforward, easy-to-understand way. It's not going to directly teach anyone how to play D&D, but it will introduce them to important aspects of the game that will make learning that much easier. And the good news is: there's a second set if this one lands particularly well! If this loot doesn't interest you, be sure to check out our guide to Cyber Monday board game deals and Cyber Monday deals for gamers .None
Miami Dolphins players express blunt criticism of Mike McDaniel's leadership | Sporting NewsThe Buffalo Bills (9-2) are enjoying the huge win over the Kansas City Chiefs (10-1) during the Week 12 bye week, but one player's week took a bit of a hit thanks to the NFL's decision to fine him. Linebacker A.J. Epenesa was fined $15,400 for a hip-drop tackle during the win over the Chiefs. Per the NFL's Gameday Accountability log, the tackle occurred with 12:51 left in the game, but Epenesa wasn't flagged for the tackle on Chiefs running back Carson Steele. The fifth-year linebacker is currently second on the team with 5.0 sacks and his nine quarterback hits are also second-best. He's 1.5 sacks away from matching his career-best of 6.5 quarterback takedowns, which has been his yearly total for the last two years in a row. He's also just one quarterback hit away from tying his career-best of 10 hits, which was also set over the last two seasons. The NFL is sending a message when it comes to hip-drop tackles, even if the league isn't 100% on the full definition. It's unfortunate that he wasn't flagged during the game, because it certainly seems like the refs and league decision-makers aren't seeing eye-to-eye on the topic. It'll be interesting to see if Epenesa appeals the fine, much like Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith did when he was charged for a hip-drop tackle on Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin. The NFL ultimately decided to rescind Smith's fine, so there's certainly precedent already in place for that to potentially happen to Epenesa. This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.
Senatorial candidate Luis “Manong Chavit” Singson underscored the importance of strengthening the nation’s reservist forces in his address during the RRU Mustering for the 4th Quarter CY 2024, held at Camp Riego de Dios in Tanza, Cavite on Saturday. “We must ensure that more Filipinos are encouraged to join the reserves and serve our country. This is key to building a strong and resilient defense,” said Singson, who is No. 58 in the Senate ballot. Manong Chavit also vowed to provide state-of-the-art military equipment, drawing on his experience as a global defense contractor. “I will continue to deliver the best military technology to fortify our nation’s defense capabilities,” he assured the crowd. The event featured the ribbon-cutting and blessing of key facilities, including the High-Velocity Deployment transport services, PAARU facilities, and the Laang Kawal Integrated Farm. It was attended by top military officials, reservists, and local supporters. Major Artemio Aloseda, director of the 402nd Ready Reserve Unit, praised Singson for his steadfast dedication to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), particularly the Army. “Chavit’s understanding of the AFP, honed during his tenure as chief of police, is unparalleled. His support for our armed forces is steadfast and genuine,” Major Aloseda said. The event highlighted Singson’s senatorial campaign focus on national security, emphasizing both military readiness and grassroots empowerment. His support for initiatives like the Laang Kawal Integrated Farm, which promotes sustainable agriculture and self-reliance, showcased his vision of a prepared, self-sufficient nation. The RRU Mustering event also allowed attendees to witness the operational readiness of the reserve unit, fostering camaraderie and national pride among the participants.
FINDING the perfect Secret Santa present can be a challenge but there are certain items you'll want to avoid. A poll of British adults revealed the festive gifts most people hate, including a popular Christmas buy. The research, carried out by online retailer Northerner , uncovered which Secret Santa gifts people truly hate to receive, And since Secret Santa gift giving is at an all-time high, this information may be useful as you draw up your shopping list. With festive tunes already playing on the radio and Christmas markets packed with people, now is the time to hone in on your buys. And while your little ones outline exactly what they want in a letter to Santa, your co-workers or extended friend group aren't quite so forward. If you're looking for some inspiration on what to get them, we can reveal what not to buy. And what better time than ahead of the Black Friday Sales next week? As Brits continue to feel the pinch on the purse strings, Secret Santa style exchange of gifts is becoming increasingly popular. Research found that the number one most hated Secret Santa gift of all time is socks. According to Northerner, up to 81% of Brits admitted that receiving a pair of socks is a disappointment. A total of 85% of those polled agreed that novelty socks are even worse. A big trend for gifts this year has been "useful gifts" so while a pair of socks might tick that box, the public have spoken - do not purchase socks for your Secret Santa. Other seemingly useful gifts were also rated badly by respondents with items such as shower gel receiving 76% of votes. Mugs also proved to be unpopular at 68% and beers edged them out with 69% of the vote. Stationary, key rings, and cigarettes also featured in the top 10 list. Inappropriate gifts also left a bad taste in Brits mouths with drinking games, naughty calendars, and penis shaped chocolates also receiving poor ratings from respondents. While the Secret Santa tradition has become popular amongst colleagues, this research revealed that 41% of working Brits would like to see the routine banned from the workplace. On the other hand, 63% agreed that a Secret Santa system works well for friendship groups and large families. Saving money was reported as being the biggest benefit, with 71% of people agreeing. “Gift giving can be very stressful, especially if you receive a Secret Santa who you don’t know very well," said Markus Lindblad from Northerner. "It’s interesting to see that some of the most commonly given gifts are actually the most hated by Brits - perhaps the secret to a good gift is creativity. "Hopefully this list is helpful for people searching for inspiration and if you are considering buying someone cigarettes or beers, maybe think twice this year. "Look at some more interesting and healthier alternatives like nicotine replacement products or alcohol-free drinks."Experts to speak on Nigeria’s revenue challenges as NPO Reports holds national dialogueNational Assembly Likely to Pass 2025 Budget in Early February, Says Source
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A coalition of federal opposition lawmakers has alleged a conspiracy among some Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors and 24 state party chairmen to extend the tenure of the party’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, until 2027. The lawmakers made the accusation during a press conference in Akokwa, Imo State, on Sunday evening. They claimed the move was a deliberate strategy to undermine the PDP and weaken its chances in future elections. The spokesman for the group and member representing Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency, Imo State, Ikenga Ugochinyere, said, “Today, our nation is facing different challenges, both economic and political. But there’s something that’s missing in all these problems and that’s a vibrant and responsive and responsible opposition. “We have the PDP that’s supposed to lead the opposition, but what we have are political charlatans hijacking the heartbeat of the opposition party and turning it into an errand platform for the ruling party. “Some of you called me yesterday after the meeting the governors had in Jos and said it’s all over for the PDP. It’s very shameful that a party that was founded in 1998 by the great efforts of our founding fathers-the likes of Alex Ekwueme, Jerry Gana, Atiku Abubakar, Olusegun Obasanjo, and so many others, came together and ended 16 years of military rule. “That political party is what these guys are playing Akara with. Umar Damagun and Samuel Anyanwu are now messing up with and forgetting the sacred expectation of Nigerian people.” He alleged that plans had been perfected to prevent the National Executive Committee from selecting a substantive chairman from the North Central zone, as originally intended. He added, “They want Umar Damagum to continue to parade himself as the National Chairman and stay in office till 2027 so they can foist on us a weakling that will be presidential candidate. “We have impostors among us who have no honour and decency. The ruling party will be laughing at them now that they want to sabotage their own party. “First, they said there was a Sallah holiday, and they shifted it. Since last year, they kept on shifting the NEC meeting. Till now, no NEC meeting. They keep on giving different excuses. The national leaders of PDP are frolicking with APC leaders, going to London having meetings with APC leadership.” He accused the party leadership of nurturing a political alliance with the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike.New Rule 2025: From LPG to PF, these big changes will be implemented from January 1, it will affect every pocketThe ‘Most Wished For’ Amazon items on sale for Cyber MondayStorm dumps record rain and heavy snow on Northern California. Many in Seattle still without power
For some time now there’s been widely reported rumors that Tom Hardy’s Venom will appear in the upcoming fourth “Spider-Man” film. Those reports claimed the movie would see Spider-Man and Venom team up to take on Knull, God of the Symbiotes who briefly appeared in “Venom: The Last Dance”. However all that has been pure speculation with no indications of it being anything more. Fuel was added to the fire today as an apparent Sony Pictures Japan press release, still up now on the , may have inadvertently indicated plans are for Tom Holland and Tom Hardy to team-up on screen. Published on November 8th, has discovered that a section of the release translates to: “Tom Holland, who plays Peter [Parker], has already given his stamp of approval to the story! ‘This will be a real movie that fans can respect!’ Is Tom Hardy, who plays Eddie in the ‘Venom’ series, ready to take part?” There’s another section that translates: “Although it is the last film in the series, he [Tom Hardy] said, ‘In fact, I should not say goodbye to Venom, but welcome to the final stage [The Last Dance]. Venom’s story is not over yet. He still has a lot to do,’ leaving the possibility of future depictions.” The garbled translation, and apparent mash-up of the press release with some sort of “Venom: The Last Dance” promotion, has generated enough discussion to be a trending topic on social media – even as it offers nothing in the way of any real confirmation. That said, as the outlet does point out, different international arms of Sony Pictures inadvertently dropped hints that Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s would return in “Spider-Man: No Way Home” in the lead up to release – hints which turned out to be correct. Filming on the fourth “Spider-Man” is expected to get underway in the Summer ahead of a 2026 release.
In case you were unaware, Portland is ‘Vaz land’. That’s the declaration made by Member of Parliament (MP) for Portland Western, the Jamaica Labour Party’s (JLP) Daryl Vaz. He made his position known on Sunday as he addressed the JLP’s 81st annual conference at the National Arena in St Andrew. Significantly, Vaz’s wife Annmarie is the MP for the adjoining constituency of Portland Eastern. Vaz’s comments follow the recent announcement by the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) that attorney-at-law Isat Buchanan will contest East Portland on behalf of the party. There was immediate talk that he could win the seat for the PNP but Vaz is having none of it. “I hear all kind of rumours and other things about Portland, that dem ago bruk di Vaz. The only Vaz that I see bruk inna politics is not Annmarie Vaz and is not Daryl Vaz, is Dwayne Vaz inna 2020 when wi give him a backsiding,” he remarked. The PNP’s Dwayne Vaz lost the Central Westmoreland seat to the JLP’s George Wright in 2020, the first time in decades that the PNP was losing the seat. “I have one thing to say to conference and to Jamaica and to my Prime Minister (Dr Andrew Holness) and colleagues. Dem talk about ‘Vazism’ and what ‘Vazism’ means. [It means] Portland is Vaz land, argument done,” Vaz declared. Throughout his speech, Vaz consistently accused the PNP of bad mind while pointing out the achievements of the JLP since it formed the Government in 2016. He argued that the record of the Holness Administration is reason enough for the party to be given a third term in office. Vaz also stated that the JLP boasts a better Cabinet than the PNP could put together and a better slate of current MPs and candidates for the upcoming election.EDITOR'S NOTE: On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. No one wants to see any player take a vicious hit like the one that knocked Trevor Lawrence out of the game. It’s easy to agree on that point. Eliminating violent shots is the hard part. The NFL has instituted several rules to protect quarterbacks but football is a physical sport and players have to react instantly and make split-second decisions going at high speeds so injuries keep occurring. Lawrence was carted off the field in the first half of Jacksonville’s 23-20 loss to Houston on Sunday after Azeez Al-Shaair leveled the defenseless quarterback with a forearm to the facemask. The late hit put Lawrence in the fencing position — both fists clenched — and he stayed on the ground for several minutes, while a brawl ensued. Lawrence didn’t require hospitalization for his concussion but it’s unknown when he’ll return. 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Means a lot, thank you all.” Al-Shaair was ejected from the game and faces a fine and potential suspension after his latest unsportsmanlike penalty. The Texans' linebacker was flagged and later fined $11,255 for a late hit out of bounds on Titans running back Tony Pollard last week. He was fined earlier this year after he punched Bears running back Roschon Johnson on the sideline in Week 2. That occurred during a scuffle that started after his hard shot on quarterback Caleb Williams near the sideline that wasn’t flagged. Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence slides in front of Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair during the first half of a game on Sunday in Jacksonville, Fla. Lawrence was injured on the play. Al-Shaair once got away with grabbing Tom Brady by the throat on a pass rush in a game between the 49ers and Buccaneers. Outraged Jaguars players called Al-Shaair’s hit “dirty” and Texans coach DeMeco Ryans made it known he didn’t condone it. “It’s not what we’re coaching,” Ryans said. “Want to be smart in everything we do and not hurt the team, get a penalty there. Have to be smarter when the quarterback is going down. Unfortunate play. Not representative of who Azeez is. He’s a smart player, really great leader for us. We felt his presence not being there. His loss really affected us on the defensive side. Just not what we’re coaching. Didn’t want to see the melee and all the aftermath. That’s not what we’re about. Not representative of us. I’ll talk to Azeez, address him personally, and we’ll move forward from it.” Fox Sports color analyst Daryl Johnston, a former fullback for the Dallas Cowboys, didn’t hold back his criticism, calling it a “cheap shot.” “It’s everything you’re not supposed to do,” Johnston said. “Everything. You’ll see this in slow motion and Azeez Al-Shaair does everything you’re trying to prevent in this situation. It’s reckless. It’s disrespectful. There’s an honor that you give to your opponent on the football field and you respect him. And there’s opportunities to be physical and give big hits and play this game in that manner. And there’s other times when there’s a respect that you grant to your opponent.” Some former NFL quarterbacks blasted Al-Shaair on social media. “There is no place in the game of football for dirty hits like this one,” Robert Griffin III wrote on X. Chase Daniel called it “one of the dirtiest hits” he’s ever seen on a quarterback. Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Evan Engram, right, jumps on Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair after his late hit on quarterback Trevor Lawrence, bottom, during the first half of a game on Sunday in Jacksonville, Fla. Even defensive players struggled to defend Al-Shaair. “That was uncalled for,” Hall of Fame defensive lineman Michael Strahan said on Fox’s studio show while fellow Hall of Famer Howie Long agreed. But the play also sparked debate about the quarterback slide. Lawrence slid feet first, which signals that he’s giving himself up on the play. The NFL rulebook states: “A defender must pull up when a runner begins a feet-first slide.” But defensive players aren’t automatically penalized if they make contact with a sliding quarterback if they already committed and the contact is unavoidable. The rules state it’s a foul when “the defender makes forcible contact into the head or neck area of the runner with the helmet, shoulder, or forearm, or commits some other act that is unnecessary roughness.” Al-Shaair did that so he was penalized and will face other repercussions. Still, given the hard-hitting nature of the sport, it won’t be the last time this happens. Here are the 10 best NFL rookie quarterbacks since 1960 Caleb Williams is the most anticipated NFL rookie When Caleb Williams took the field for the Chicago Bears' first regular season game against the Tennessee Titans, the anticipation for the rookie's debut game—possibly the most ever—was on full display. Despite a tough debut for the quarterback, the Bears secured a 24-17 win, a notable feat for the rookie. The victory made Williams the first #1 overall pick with a Week 1 win in over 20 years. Going forward this season, Williams is expected to eclipse C.J. Stroud's record-breaking 2023 rookie campaign with the Houston Texans. However, Stroud's success is an anomaly. Drafting a successful quarterback, especially one who is effective right away, is difficult. When teams have a high first-round draft pick, and they're coming off an unsuccessful few seasons, it's assumed that they will use their first pick on a quarterback . That player will assume the title of "the face of the franchise" and will get the central attention, win or lose. To see which quarterbacks have faced that challenge and triumphed, ATS.io compiled a ranking of the 10 best rookie quarterbacks since 1960 using data from StatHead . Rookies were defined as players who are in their first season of professional football and have not been on the roster of another professional team. Quarterbacks were ranked according to adjusted net yards per pass attempt, which quantifies efficient passing skill. Ties were broken using passer rating. Only rookie quarterbacks with at least 10 games played and 200 total passing attempts were considered. Since 1967, 130 quarterbacks have been drafted in the first round. Of those drafted, only 61 have won a playoff game as a starter, according to The Athletic, which used data from NFL Research . The biggest reason this success rate is not guaranteed is because there are differences between college and pro offensive systems. In the collegiate game, the ball is snapped at different points on the field, passing windows are wider, and defenders and linemen are not as quick, making the adjustment to the pro level more difficult. NFL scouts and general managers are gambling on what skills can be transferable and how long those adjustments might take, which is why some teams prefer redshirt quarterbacks to ease the transition. However, just because a team may not want to use their first-round pick on a quarterback, doesn't mean they can't find a diamond in the rough later in the draft. Think about Tom Brady, Russell Wilson, and Dak Prescott, all of which were not first-round picks, but have gone on to make a name for themselves in the NFL. #10. Gardner Minshew (2019) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 6.44 - Passer rating: 91.2 - Season stats: 3,271 yards, 21 touchdowns, 6 interceptions Coming out of college, Gardner Minshew was not a highly sought-after quarterback for NFL teams. He was drafted in the sixth round of the 2019 draft—a draft that was headlined by Kyler Murray, Dwayne Haskins, and Daniel Jones. Nonetheless, Minshew's rookie season with the Jacksonville Jaguars was filled with many accomplishments. He won Rookie of the Week seven times despite not winning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Minshew also had the highest passer rating of any rookie quarterback that started in 2019. #9. Baker Mayfield (2018) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 6.77 - Passer rating: 93.7 - Season stats: 3,725 yards, 27 touchdowns, 14 interceptions Pressure was high for Baker Mayfield as the first overall pick in the 2018 draft. When he joined the Cleveland Browns, there was an expectation that once the team figured out the quarterback position, it could be playoff-ready. After trading for Jarvis Landry, a young wide receiver from the Miami Dolphins, in the offseason, the Browns were on their way. Mayfield's rookie season was filled with many firsts, and the Landry-Mayfield connection filled the stat sheet. Mayfield set the record for most passing touchdowns by a rookie quarterback in 2019 with 27 surpassing prior marks from Payton Manning and Russell Wilson. #8. Justin Herbert (2020) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 6.84 - Passer rating: 98.3 - Season stats: 4,336 yards, 31 touchdowns, 10 interceptions Justin Herbert was the third quarterback selected in the 2020 NFL draft behind Joe Burrow and Tua Tagovailoa. As the No. 6 overall pick, expectations were high, but there was also an assumption that it would be a few years before Herbert's development would take shape. Then, Chargers starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor was accidentally punctured in the lung by a team doctor administering a painkiller before the second game of the season, and it wasn't clear what Taylor's status would be moving forward. When Herbert was given the nod to start minutes before the game, fans didn't know what to expect. Herbert shocked viewers when he threw for over 300 yards and only one interception in that game. He continued his strong rookie showing throughout the season and went on to win NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. #7. Ben Roethlisberger (2004) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 6.93 - Passer rating: 98.1 - Season stats: 2,621 yards, 17 touchdowns, 11 interceptions Ben Roethlisberger was the third quarterback selected in his draft class behind the likes of Eli Manning and Philip Rivers—though fans wouldn't have been able to tell. From the moment Roethlisberger was called up by the Pittsburgh Steelers to play in his first game—Week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens—it was clear he had a special arm, gaining the nickname "Golden Arm." While the next several games were bumpy for Steelers fans, it was clear that Roethlisberger was the future of the franchise. The Steelers had a solid running game and its receiving core, led by Hines Ward, was one of the best in the league . Once Roethlisberger gained his footing a few games in, he was unstoppable. He led Pittsburgh to its best record ever: 15-1. He also started the season on an eight-game winning streak, becoming the first rookie to do so. Additionally, Roethlisberger became the first quarterback to win AP Offensive Rookie of the Year. #6. Matt Ryan (2008) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 7.01 - Passer rating: 87.7 - Season stats: 3,440 yards, 16 touchdowns, 11 interceptions As the No. 3 overall pick in the 2008 NFL draft, there were high expectations on Matt Ryan's shoulders heading to the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons were coming off back-to-back losing seasons and off-the-field legal troubles with its starting quarterback Michael Vick overshadowing the team's play. Ryan was expected to pick up the pieces. He did that immediately, leading the Falcons to an 11-5 record in his rookie season and becoming the clear favorite for NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year halfway through the season, which he went on to win. The tag team of Ryan and running back Michael Turner was one of the best offensive forces in the sport that season. #5. Russell Wilson (2012) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 7.01 - Passer rating: 100 - Season stats: 3,118 yards, 26 touchdowns, 10 interceptions Russell Wilson was drafted in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks. Considering Robert Griffin III and Andrew Luck headlined the NFL Draft that year, it was not believed that Wilson would be a starter come Week 1, but that quickly changed. Going into the 2012 NFL Draft, Tarvaris Jackson was the Seattle Seahawks' starting quarterback, and the team signed NFL veteran quarterback Matt Flynn as an insurance policy on the injury-prone Jackson . It was assumed in the short term that either Jackson or Flynn would lead the franchise. Once training camp arrived, however, the Seahawks' quarterback position was uncertain. Jackson was traded to the Buffalo Bills, and Flynn was underwhelming at camp, forcing Head Coach Pete Carroll to take a gamble on his rookie quarterback, Wilson, in Week 1. Carroll, nor Wilson, ever looked back. Wilson was one of the best passing quarterbacks that season. He led the Seahawks to an 11-5 record and went on to win NFL Rookie of the Year. #4. Dan Marino (1983) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 7.39 - Passer rating: 96 - Season stats: 2,210 yards, 20 touchdowns, 6 interceptions When Dan Marino was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 1983, the NFL looked very different. Running the ball was the name of the game. The quarterback would either run the football himself at the line of scrimmage or hand it off to the running back, and the offensive linemen would claw and push the pile forward as the runner powered his legs. It was not a pretty sight. However, Marino took a different approach, throwing the ball with a unique quick release for that era. He led the Dolphins to a 9-1 record after replacing David Woodley midway through his rookie season, ending with a 12-4 record. He went on to win Rookie of the Year and was the first rookie to start a Pro Bowl. #3. C.J. Stroud (2023) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 7.47 - Passer rating: 100.8 - Season stats: 4,108 yards, 23 touchdowns, 5 interceptions When C.J. Stroud was drafted No. 2 by the Houston Texans last year, there were a lot of questions, not about his ability, but about the organization that he would be playing for. The Texans were coming off of a 3-13-1 season in 2022, finishing with the worst record in the league, and a lot of volatility in its front office. The team fired its head coach and a top executive before the draft. Weeks later, the team hired former Texans linebacker DeMeco Ryans as its next head coach. While Ryans is a defensive-minded coach, Stroud was seen as a key ingredient to the team's success since Ryans hired his coaching staff around the quarterback. Stroud led the NFL in yards and TD-to-interception ratio during his rookie season, which is an efficiency statistic considering he didn't get his first interception until his sixth regular-season game against the New Orleans Saints. While Stroud was a part of the league MVP conversation for most of the season, he didn't ultimately win the title. However, he was named 2023 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, and his rookie season is seen as one of the best in NFL history. #2. Robert Griffin III (2012) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 7.47 - Passer rating: 102.4 - Season stats: 3,200 yards, 20 touchdowns, 5 interceptions Leading into the 2012 draft, it wasn't a matter of whether Washington would pick a quarterback, it was a matter of who. After several seasons of mediocre quarterback play and losing seasons from the likes of Jason Campbell, Donovan McNabb, and Rex Grossman, it was time for a new face to lead the offense. At No. 2, Washington selected Robert Griffin III making him the second quarterback selected in the 2012 NFL draft behind Andrew Luck. Griffin started his rookie year campaign with one of the best performances football fans have ever seen. He completed 19 of his 26 pass attempts for 320 yards and 2 touchdowns, beating the New Orleans Saints. That game earned him the highest passer rating by a rookie ever, 158.3. He now shares that record with Kirk Cousins and Marcus Mariota. Griffin III went on to win NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2012. #1. Dak Prescott (2016) - Adjusted net yards per pass attempt: 7.86 - Passer rating: 104.9 - Season stats: 3,667 yards, 23 touchdowns, 4 interceptions Dak Prescott is statistically the best rookie quarterback ever, racking up the best passer rating as a rookie. After losing his first game, he led the Cowboys on an 11-game winning streak. That season, he led the team to its fourth-best season ever with a 13-3 record. Prescott was the 2016 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and became the first NFL quarterback to be drafted in the fourth round or later to start all 16 regular season games. Data reporting by Karim Noorani. Story editing by Shanna Kelly. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Robert Wickwire. Photo selection by Clarese Moller. This story originally appeared on ATS.io and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
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