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Is NFL draft's bumper crop of tight ends better than 2017?

This year's class of tight ends is considered better than the bumper crop in the 2017 NFL draft. Many analysts say this year's group features more potential stars, whether teams are looking for pass catchers or run blockers. The two tight ends considered a first-round lock are Notre Dame's Michael Mayer and Utah's Dalton Kincaid.

3. Lois Connors

Digital creator Lois Connors (aka @colorfulleopard) follows a “more is more” mentality when it comes to home décor – and that’s especially true of her favorite leopard print textiles. Her stunning Victorian house is full of gold accents, jewel tones, moody dark walls, and colorful textiles (with plenty of animal print included), making it a luxe maximalist dream home.

4. Primrose Studio

Interior design enthusiast Roisin Chapman of Primrose Studio (@_primrose_studio_) is going to give you wallpaper envy. Her up-and-coming account is one to watch if you love bold patterns, unexpected paint choices, and unique textiles. Her personal style is also serious maximalist inspiration. 

5. The Hexagonal House

The color-loving content creator and designer Laura of The Hexagonal House (@thehexagonalhouse) describes her style as, “relaxed maximalist.” If you want inspiration for a cheerful and eclectic space full of gorgeous mid-century finds, look no further. Her rooms are bold, interesting, and comfortably lived-in.

6. Baliol House

Helen of Baliol House (@baliol.house) adds color to every area of her life, from her whimsical wardrobe to her glorious gallery wall. Her Gen Z-friendly aesthetic is bursting with 90s-inspired shades and retro décor.

7. Overatno18

Geri (@overatno18) has a knack for putting together cheerful maximalist rooms. Her light-filled home is full of fun DIYs, pastel decor, and bright pops of yellow and orange. If you’re daunted by the idea of adding more color to your home, her before-and-after posts are especially inspiring. 

8. Pamela Johnsen

If bright and colorful maximalism isn’t your style, your taste might be more aligned with landscape and interior designer Pamela Johnsen (@pameals_designs). Fans of dark academia or witchy aesthetics will fall absolutely in love with her moody maximalist interiors. 

9. Marta Hutt

If you’ve seen artist Marta Hutt’s striking portraits, it will come as no surprise that her incredible eye carries over to her gorgeous home. Her Instagram page (@lush_eclectic) is bursting with dark maximalist inspiration. 

10. Kristi Snarsky

What do you get when you mix a little bit of cottagecore, a dash of grandmillennial style, and a whole lot of 70s maximalism? Probably something that looks a lot like music educator Kristi Snarsky’s (@kristisnarksy) rattan and color-filled home. 

Jackson wins defensive player of year over Lopez, Mobley

Nobody blocked more shots per game, nor had better defensive numbers at the rim this season, than Memphis’ Jaren Jackson Jr. And voters noticed. The Memphis big man was announced Monday night as the NBA’s defensive player of the year, becoming the second player to win the award while wearing a Grizzlies’ uniform. He joins Marc Gasol in that club, after the Spaniard did it a decade ago.

Gold win doesn't guarantee US women's hockey coach's return

John Wroblewski's status as the United States women's hockey coach remains uncertain following the team's first gold-medal victory at the world championships in four years. Wroblewski said he wants to stay on, but deferred questions to USA Hockey executive director Pat Kelleher following a 6-3 victory over Canada.

Jalen Hurts, Eagles agree to 5-year, $255M extension

Jalen Hurts is set to sign one of the richest deals in NFL history, agreeing to a five-year, $255 million extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, including $179.3 million guaranteed. Hurts was rewarded for his breakout season in which he was named an AP NFL MVP finalist and led the Eagles to the Super Bowl, where they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Birthdays – April 17

Actor David Bradley ("Game of Thrones") is 81. Musician Jan Hammer is 75. Actor Olivia Hussey is 72. Actor Clarke Peters ("Treme") is 71. Rapper Afrika Bambaataa is 66. Actor Sean Bean ("Lord of the Rings") is 64. Actor Joel Murray ("Dharma and Greg," "The Artist") is 61. Singer Maynard James Keenan of Tool and of Puscifer is 59. Actor Lela Rochon is 59. Actor William Mapother ("Lost") is 58. Actor Leslie Bega ("The Sopranos") is 56. Actor Henry Ian Cusick ("Scandal," "Lost") is 56. Actor Kimberly Elise is 56. Singer Liz Phair is 56. Rapper-actor Redman is 53. Actor Jennifer Garner is 51. Singer Victoria Beckham of the Spice Girls is 49. Actor Lindsay Korman ("All My Children," "Passions") is 45. Actor Tate Ellington ("The Brave," "Quantico") is 44. Actor Charlie Hofheimer ("24: Legacy") is 42. Actor Rooney Mara ("The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo") is 38. Actor Dee Dee Davis ("The Bernie Mac Show") is 27.