The 2025 North Jersey High School Sports Awards, presented by HSS, is set to honor the finest high school athletes from Bergen and Passaic counties. The gala will take place at Passaic County Technical Institute on June 27, with Kansas City Chiefs lineman C.J. Hanson as a special guest. A total of 43 awards will be presented, including 33 Players of the Year in various sports.

Among the nominees, standout athletes include Jaden Brown and Declan Wucherpfennig from Bergen Catholic in boys basketball, while the girls' category features Lexi Carnegie and Gabriella Mittelman. In bowling, John James from Hackensack and Alexa Baker from Demarest are notable contenders. Cross-country names like Matthias Fontao and Mackenzie Bua highlight the running categories. Notably, the football awards include numerous talents like Nate Bailey and Ben Carey from Bergen Catholic. Fans and family can purchase tickets for $25, and nominees receive complimentary access.

The USA Today High School Sports Awards returns for 2025 with a series of 19 local shows celebrating outstanding high school athletes across the United States. Each show will recognize over 300 local athletes and present prestigious Player of the Year awards in nearly 30 different sports. Key awards include Boys and Girls Athletes of the Year, Teams of the Year, and Coaches of the Year, along with Courage Awards highlighting remarkable achievements.

The events span from April to June, with notable guest speakers such as NFL stars Ryan O'Reilly and C.J. Hanson, contributing to the celebratory atmosphere. Tickets are often free or available at reasonable costs, making these events accessible for families and local communities.

The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for a crucial Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland Browns, with playoff implications at stake. A victory for the Chiefs would edge them closer to securing the top seed in the AFC, while the Browns, despite a disappointing season, have the potential to disrupt their plans.

Injuries are a significant concern for both teams as they head into the game. The Chiefs will be without left tackle D.J. Humphries due to a hamstring injury, but kicker Harrison Butker returns after a stint on injured reserve. The Browns will miss wide receiver Cedric Tillman and tight end David Njoku due to injuries, adding to their challenges.

Baker Mayfield's Buccaneers faced significant challenges ahead of their game against the Kansas City Chiefs, with multiple key receivers sidelined due to injuries.

With Jalen McMillan ruled out and Chris Godwin on injured reserve, the Buccaneers were already short-handed. Mike Evans was also out with a hamstring issue, leaving Mayfield with limited options.

On the other side, the Chiefs also dealt with injuries, missing JuJu Smith-Schuster and tight end Jared Wiley, who was placed on IR after an ACL tear.