well. Some include Mike McCarthy.In an interview with ESPN.com that will debut tomorrow David Bakhtiari Jersey , McCarthy says of his firing, “It couldn’t have been handled any worse.” The teaser tweet from Rob Demovsky adds that McCarthy also will address his relationship with quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the claim from CEO Mark Murphy that complacency had infected the organization.McCarthy’s complaint makes a sharp departure from the warm and fuzzy feelings (as warm and fuzzy as possible) that resulted in McCarthy returning to the locker room and addressing the team after his termination, and purchasing a full-page ad of general thanks to Green Bay.Other topics that the interview may, or may not, cover include McCarthy’s inability to land the head-coaching job with the Jets (despite wanting it) Ty Summers Green Bay Packers Jersey , his inability to secure an interview with the Browns (despite the presence of multiple former Packers executives in Cleveland), and his inability to control his temper at a high-school basketball game in late February. Even in a down year, the Packer QB managed to pick up some hardware at the NFL Honors in Atlanta."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections The APC PodcastPackers Film RoomFantasy Football AdviceCSTShareTweetShareShareAaron Rodgers recognized for “Moment of the Year” at 2019 NFL HonorsDale Zanine-USA TODAY SportsThe Packers may have suffered through an unmemorable season, but they did get things kicked off with one of the best games of 2018, and on Saturday night Ty Summers Jersey 2019 , Aaron Rodgers was recognized for the teams’ stunning 24-23 comeback against the historically great Bears defense with the “Moment of the Year” award.It was a thrilling and supremely unlikely victory given how the season progressed for both the Bears and Packers. The Bears would jump out to a 17-0 halftime lead after knocking Aaron Rodgers from the game with what looked to be a fairly serious knee injury. Rodgers would return, down 20-0, to a huge ovation in the second half, and partially because he had no mobility, morphed into a Tom Brady-esque quick strike passer to finish out the game. Getting the ball out early served to neutralize the fierce Bear pass rush Color Rush Ty Summers Jersey , and Chicago had no answer as Rodgers carved up the NFL’s number one defense as if it were Dom Capers-led. Rodgers capped off the game with a 75-yard touchdown to Randall Cobb, who weaved in and out of a sea of defenders before finally taking it to the house. Both Cobb and the Packers peaked early in 2018, as this game accounted for roughly a third of Cobb’s season production. After this he would catch only 29 balls for just 241 yards (8.3 per reception), for 1 TD, while only hauling in 56% of targets. Presenting the award was none other than Brett Lorenzo Favre Cheap Ty Summers Jersey , who Rodgers thanked as an early mentor, and an inspiration. Rodgers also thanked “Cobby,” who is unlikely to return to the team next season after a sensational Packer career. It was a nice moment, and a well-deserved honor for a sensational performance, but it was also a bittersweet reminder of what might have been. That said Ty Summers Jersey Womens , it was also an indicator of just how good the team could have been with slightly better health, and slightly better coaching. In 2019, perhaps they will have both.
signing running back Le'Veon Bell and linebacker C.J. Mosley Garrett Bradbury Minnesota Vikings Jerseys , but their attempt to make it a trifecta was squashed when linebacker Anthony Barr changed his mind after a verbal agreement to join the team.Barr wound up going back to the Vikings and Jets CEO Christopher Johnson was asked about Barr’s late flip-flop at the league meetings.“We want people on our team who want to be New York Jets,” Johnson said, via the . “Not everybody wants to be in New York. If he didn’t want to be here, that’s fine. It’s disappointing when someone backs out on an agreement, but we want people who are all-in.”The hope for the Jets was that Barr could help improve their pass rush. They’ll have to find other ways to do that and made a move in that direction by re-signing linebacker Brandon Copeland on Tuesday. They also have the third overall pick to put toward that effort. He got his first chance to talk with the Twin Cities media"Shortly after the Minnesota Vikings made him their second-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, Alabama tight end Irv Smith, Jr. got an opportunity to speak with the Twin Cities media for the first time. He had a conference call with reporters from the area, and thanks to the Vikings’ PR department Minnesota Vikings Jerseys Stitched , we have the full transcript to share with you to get the rookie’s thoughts on being drafted by the purple.Thanks to the Vikings’ Public Relations folks for sending out the transcript.I’m so excited to have this opportunity. I’m blessed the Vikings believed in me, and that they wanted to make me a Minnesota Viking. It’s an amazing opportunity, I can’t wait to get out there.Q: What was it like growing up in a football family?A: It was amazing. My dad doing all the things that he’s done, as a young man having him as a mentor and seeing all his footballs, his helmets, his trophies and everything around the house, just seeing all that motivated me to put myself in this position I’m in today.Q: What do you know about Kyle Rudolph, and how do you see the two of you working together?A: I see him as a player that I definitely looked up to playing football Garrett Bradbury black jersey , especially as a tight end. He’s done so much, been a Pro Bowl player, and I can’t wait to work with him and learn from him.Q: Did you always want to play tight end, considering that was your dad’s position too?A: When I was younger I started out playing receiver. I started playing football in eighth grade, and my sophomore year I started playing tight end. After that I switched over to the position.Q: Did your dad try to steer you in that direction?A: He definitely did. At first he said, “You can be a receiver, and be slow receiver, or a fast tight end.” I wound up being a fast tight end and it worked out.Q: What kind of advice has your dad given you throughout this process?A: He’s helped me so much Garrett Bradbury Jersey Mens , honestly. Just telling me some of the things to do, some of the things not to do, learning from his mistakes. Just picking his brain. He’s helped me so much and he’s going to continue to help me throughout this.Q: Do you take pride in your versatility and your ability to play in the slot and out wide?A: Yes sir, that’s really what I pride myself in mostly. All the best tight ends in the NFL and all the greats, they were able to do both; run block and make plays in the passing game. It opens a lot for you and helps the team in all phases of the game. It’s something I pride myself on and I’ll continue to work on and improve as a player.Q: Talk about your ability to create mismatches.A: It’s something that I really pride myself on. I believe no linebacker or safety one-on-one can stay with me, and I’m going to keep proving to people [why] that’s how I feel.Q: What did you learn from O.J. Howard, playing behind him early in your career?A: I learned a lot from O.J. I was a freshman and he was a senior, and the way he carried himself as a player and a person Football Olisaemeka Udoh Jersey , the way he treated everyone, that’s something that I really took from him. On the field he took no plays off, was a complete tight end, I believe, and it’s proven that he’s doing the same thing in the NFL today.Q: How do you feel you are as a run blocker? Do you think you’re still a work in progress in that area?A: Yeah, I definitely think I’m a work in progress. I went against what I feel like was the top competition in college, and I did a great job of it, but it’s definitely something that I can always improve on and it’s something that is going to be a main focus this coming year.Q: Have you ever been to Minnesota?A: Never. I can’t wait.Q: Have you seen snow?A: I’ve seen snow. I’ve never lived in it Youth Garrett Bradbury Jersey , but I’ve seen it. I’ll have to get used to it.Q: Are you going to go out and buy a car now? I heard yours broke down on the way back from Tuscaloosa.A: Yeah, I was driving from Alabama to New Orleans and it ran out on me. I had it since my sophomore year of high school, so yeah, it’s time for a new lift.
the New York Jets took two big hits on cutdown day.Linebacker Lorenzo Mauldin and defensive tackle Deon Simon were both waived Saturday as the Jets reduced their roster to the NFL’s 53-man limit.Defensive end Leonard Williams Trumaine Johnson Jersey , the No. 6 overall pick in 2015, is now the only member of Maccagnan’s six-player draft class that year remaining on the roster. Wide receiver Devin Smith (second round), quarterback Bryce Petty (fourth) and offensive lineman Jarvis Harrison (sixth) were previously released by New York.Mauldin was a third-round pick out of Louisville in 2015 who dealt with injuries and inconsistent play during his three seasons in New York. He had 6 1/2 sacks in his first two years, but missed last season with a back injury.The linebacker, who thanked the Jets in a post on Instagram for the opportunity he had in New York, was a terrific story when he was drafted. Mauldin grew up bouncing around various foster homes, but persevered and beat the odds by making it to college — and then to the NFL.Mauldin openly wept on his conference call with the media shortly after the Jets picked him, appreciating the opportunity and vowing to prove any doubters wrong again. Now Womens Neal Sterling Jersey , he’ll have to do so elsewhere.Simon was a seventh-round pick in 2015 and had 1 1/2 sacks in limited action in three seasons.Three of Maccagnan’s picks from last year’s draft were also waived, including linebacker Dylan Donahue, wide receiver Chad Hansen and cornerback Jeremy Clark.Donahue is facing a possible suspension by the NFL after some off-field issues. The fifth-rounder out of West Georgia pleaded guilty last month to driving while intoxicated for causing a wrong-way crash in February in New Jersey that injured four people. He also received a three-month suspended sentence last month and was fined $1,000 for a DUI crash in May 2017 in his hometown of Billings, Montana.Veteran running backs Thomas Rawls and Charcandrick West were also cut Saturday, as was center Travis Swanson — who was trying to win a backup job behind Spencer Long.The Jets have four running backs on their roster with Bilal Powell, Isaiah Crowell, rookie Trenton Cannon and Elijah McGuire http://www.jetslockerroom.com/authentic-c.j.-mosley-jersey , who is entering his second season but is dealing with a broken foot.Also waived were: wide receiver Tre McBride, tight end Clive Walford, linebackers Frankie Luvu and Anthony Wint, safety Brandon Bryant and kicker Taylor Bertolet.With Bertolet gone, it appears veteran Jason Myers will be New York’s kicker this season. Myers was claimed off waivers from Jacksonville on Aug. 21 when Cairo Santos was cut after not kicking all summer while dealing with a groin injury that cut short his stint with Chicago last season.Wide receiver ArDarius Stewart, linebacker Kevin Pierre-Louis and cornerback Rashard Robinson were all placed on the reserve-suspended list.Safety and special teams standout Rontez Miles was put on the physically unable to perform list, and is eligible to be activated after six games. Entering training camp Tim White wasn’t a name with much buzz. The former Ravens receiver has started to turn heads in recent Jets practices, though.(From Wednesday)Tim White with a terrific..." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesGang Green Nation homepageHorizontal - WhiteGang Green Nationa New York Jets communityFollow Gang Green Nation online:Follow Gang Green Nation on TwitterFollow Gang Green Nation on FacebookFollow Gang Green Nation on InstagramLog in or sign upLog InSign UpSite searchSearchSearchGang Green Nation main menuFanpostsFanshotsJetsOddsAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 321 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Jets StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Jets NewsYahoo Jets Team PageYahoo Jets ReportYahoo Jets Depth ChartYahoo Jets TransactionsYahoo Jets PhotosOdds About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Tim White has been flashing at Jets training campNew Avery Williamson Jersey ,21commentsEDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Tim White has been flashing at Jets training campTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailEntering training camp Tim White wasn’t a name with much buzz. The former Ravens receiver has started to turn heads in recent Jets practices, though.(From Wednesday)(From Thursday)White was an undrafted free agent out of Arizona State in 2017. He spent his first two years in the Baltimore organization. Head coach Adam Gase was asked about White today. Here’s what he said.I view things in a similar way. When I hear an unproven guy like White is making plays I take note of it. This doesn’t mean I’m expecting him to be an impact player necessarily. It makes him a player that I keep in mind once the preseason starts. Performance in preseason games will be the next test. If he passes that, we can start thinking about Sunday.For what it is worth, White seems to be putting in plenty of work to try and make that a reality.I don’t want to put too much emphasis on that tidbit. I can tell you I watched Jace Amaro do the same thing once upon a time. Still, this is one of the names getting buzz early in Jets camp.
FOXBOROUGH Steve Grogan Jerseys 2019 , Mass. (AP) — The Patriots have re-signed defensive back Jonathan Jones and signed receiver Demaryius Thomas.In adding Thomas, the Patriots pick up a player who can potentially replace the output of Chris Hogan after he signed with the Carolina Panthers.Thomas is a nine-year NFL veteran. He played eight full seasons in Denver, winning a Super Bowl ring with the Broncos during the 2015 season. He was traded to Houston last October and released in February.The 31-year-old owned a five-year 1,000-yard receiving season streak from 2012 through the 2016 season. He also established Denver’s single-season record with 1,619 yards receiving in 2014.In Jones, the Patriots are bringing back a player that can play multiple positions in the secondary who has also been an invaluable contributor on special teams.Appearing in all 16 games last season Jones had three interceptions White Kevin Faulk Jerseys , defended seven passes and had 1 1/2 sacks. He also filled in for safety Patrick Chung when he was injured in the Super Bowl. Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon was out for the second straight game, due to an MCL sprain in his right knee.Austin Ekeler started in place of Gordon on Sunday against Cincinnati, with rookie Justin Jackson, who gained 62 yards during the second half of last week’s comeback win at Pittsburgh, slated for plenty of playing time.The Chargers were without nose tackle Brandon Mebane for a third straight game, as he cares for his newborn daughter. The visiting Bengals were missing two key starters on defense: cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (ankle) and linebacker Vontaze Burfict (concussion).In other Week 14 lineup news around the league:— With James Conner out for Pittsburgh because of an ankle injury Kevin Faulk Jerseys 2019 , Jaylen Samuels and Stevan Ridley were in line for the bulk of the work in the backfield for the Steelers against Oakland.— San Francisco is missing two key skill-position players, running back Matt Breida (ankle) and wide receiver Pierre Garcon (knee), against Denver. The Broncos lost cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (broken leg) and wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (ruptured Achilles tendon) to major injuries last week.— The depleted Arizona wide receiver group got thinner with the loss of Chad Williams, who aggravated a hamstring injury late in the week and was inactive for the game against Detroit.— Dallas left tackle Tyron Smith was active for a key NFC East showdown against Philadelphia, after missing the previous two games with a neck issue. The first- Cowboys, however White Tedy Bruschi Jerseys , held linebacker Sean Lee out for a fifth straight week with a hamstring injury. Eagles defensive tackle Tim Jernigan was inactive again with a back issue after being listed as questionable on the injury report. Jernigan has played just one game this season, two weeks ago.From the earlier games:— Miami’s Danny Amendola played against New England, his former team, after sitting out the last game because of a knee injury.— Baltimore put quarterback Joe Flacco on the inactive list for the fourth straight game, despite his return to practice this week with the expectation he would serve as Lamar Jackson’s backup at Kansas City. Instead, Flacco rested his hip injury with Robert Griffin III as the second-stringer behind Jackson.— The New York Giants traveled to Washington without star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Tedy Bruschi Jerseys 2019 , who stayed home with a quadriceps injury. The Redskins were in worse shape, with guard Tony Bergstrom (knee/ankle) the latest offensive lineman to be sidelined— Green Bay was down three starters on the offensive line against Atlanta: left guard Lane Taylor (foot), right guard Byron Bell (knee) and right tackle Bryan Bulaga (knee/illness).— Indianapolis had T.Y. Hilton suited up against Houston, despite a shoulder injury that kept him out of practices this week, but fellow wide receiver Dontrelle Inman was out with a shoulder injury.— Carolina played at Cleveland without kicker Graham Gano, whose knee injury forced the Panthers to sign replacement Chandler Catanzaro White Andre Tippett Jerseys , kicked a 59-yard field goal to beat the Browns in overtime earlier this season for Tampa Bay. Browns rookie cornerback Denzel Ward remained in concussion protocol after getting hurt last week, with Terrance Mitchell activated to make his first start after missing eight games with a broken right wrist.— Sam Darnold returned for the New York Jets after a three-game absence because of a foot injury, setting up a matchup of first-round draft pick quarterbacks in Buffalo against Josh Allen. The Jets had running back Isaiah Crowell (toe) and wide receiver Robby Anderson (ankle) back. They were questionable on the injury report.
to play the full season. Mara’s dream scenario could still be derailed when the season starts.Consider the following answer from coach Pat Shurmur Youth Daniel Jones Jersey , who interrupted this very direct and simple question from a reporter: “Do you like Daniel enough to give him a shot at the job earlier than –”“I’ve said it all along. Daniel, when it’s his time to play is gonna be ready, and we’re gonna continue to get him ready,” Shurmur replied. “We got a couple of weeks left before we play Dallas.”Let that sink in for a minute, and then go back and read it again. Shurmur didn’t say, “Eli is the Week One starter.” Shurmur kept the door open for Jones to get the start, deliberately mentioning the Week One game against the Cowboys.It’s hard to reconcile that with Mara’s recent musings, especially since Shurmur has previously made it clear that he defers to the boss. If that’s the case, though Womens Daniel Jones Jersey , why not declare Eli Manning to be the season-starting starter?Here’s one possibility: The Giants may be trying to push Eli’s buttons a little, hoping that he gets a little (or a lot) pissed off about the uncertainty and that he responds well to having Jones hovering over his shoulder. When I raised that one with Chris Simms during Friday’s , he said that’s precisely the kind of thing that some coaches (like Jon Gruden) would do.Regardless, Jones is looking like a guy who deserved to be the sixth pick in the draft. And he’s handling extremely well the noise and the pressure and everything that goes along with being the quarterback of an NFL franchise headquartered in New York. The only question left for the Giants is whether they will decide that it’s time to lay the foundation for the future by breaking from the past, or whether they will wait for the murmurs that favor passing the torch to become a full-throated scream. Giants add an inside linebacker as defense continues to carry the day" />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteBig Blue Viewa New York Giants communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsSectionsLibraryGiantsOddsAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections New York Giants NewsGiants Training Camp 2016Giants vs. Eagles 2015, Week 17Filed under:New York Giants NewsGiants Free Agency 2019Giants’ 2019 NFL Draft: LB Ryan Connelly selected 143rd overallNew,143commentsGiants add an inside linebacker as defense continues to carry the dayEDTShareTweetShareShareGiants’ 2019 NFL Draft: LB Ryan Connelly selected 143rd overallRyan Connelly (43)Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty ImagesThe New York Giants selected Ryan Connelly, an inside linebacker from Wisconsin, in Round 5 of the 2019 NFL Draft on Saturday Authentic Daniel Jones Jersey , 143rd overall.In his draft guide, Dane Brugler of The Athletic says:Tony Pauline of Draft Analyst says:The full list of picks by the Giants is below.Giants draft picks Round 1 (No. 6) -- Daniel Jones, QB, Duke Round 1 (No. 17) -- Dexter Lawrence, DL, ClemsonRound 1 (No. 30) — Deandre Baker, CB, GeorgiaRound 3 (No. 95) -- Oshane Ximines, EDGE Daniel Jones Jersey Boys , Old DominionRound 4 (No. 108) — Julian Love, CB, Notre DameRound 5 (No. 143) -- Ryan Connelly, LB, WisconsinRound 5 (No. 171) --Round 6 (No. 180) -- Round 7 (No. 232) -- Round 7 (No. 245) -- Grade the pickHow do you think the Giants did with this selection? Let us know by grading the pick in the poll below.
ORCHARD PARK Color Rush Thomas Sweeney Jersey , N.Y. (AP)Russ Brandon abruptly resigned his dual role as president of the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and NHL’s Buffalo Sabres after being confronted by the teams’ owners regarding an alleged inappropriate relationship with a female employee, two people with direct knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press.The people spoke on the condition of anonymity because it is an internal matter, and owners Terry and Kim Pegula did not provide a reason for accepting Brandon’s resignation in a statement they released Tuesday.The relationship in question first became apparent to a number of team employees during the Sabres’ visit to New York for a game against the Rangers on Jan. 18, the people said. The trip included the team hosting a fan event at a bar the day before the game.Kim Pegula will take over Brandon’s roles overseeing the Bills, Sabres and Pegula Sports Entertainment, the company which controls the owners’ numerous holdings.In a text to The AP, Brandon said he has contemplated stepping down from the job for some time, and felt the timing was right after the conclusion of the NFL draft.”My goal when the Pegulas purchased the franchise was to reach 20 years with the Bills, in which I achieved this past November,” Brandon wrote.”As grateful as I am for the amazing experience and the incredible people I’ve had the privilege to work with the past two decades Youth Thomas Sweeney Jersey , I am just as anxious for the professional opportunities that lie ahead,” he added.Brandon did not respond to follow-up questions regarding his relationship.Brandon’s departure comes after the Bills made a big splash in the first round of the draft by trading up to select both Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen with the seventh pick, and Virginia Tech linebacker Tremaine Edmunds with the 16th pick. The new additions join a Bills team that went 9-7 and ended a 17-year playoff drought last season.On Saturday, the last-place Sabres earned a boost by winning the NHL draft lottery and the right to the No. 1 pick for the third time in franchise history.”We have a tremendous amount of confidence in the strong leadership team we have built within each of these entities over the last several years,” the statement from the Pegulas read.”We are excited about the direction of our teams, especially after this past weekend’s NFL draft and NHL lottery results. Our focus remains on building championship teams on and off the field for our fans and community.”Brandon most recently served as the Bills’ managing partner, was the Sabres alternate on the NHL’s board of governors and a member of the NFL’s business ventures committee.The timing of Brandon’s exit comes at a time he was supposed to oversee the Bills’ next big venture in determining their future home. Brandon was expected to lead the team’s stadium search committee in deciding whether the Bills should continue playing at their current home or develop a new facility in downtown Buffalo.He served in various roles with the Bills, involving both marketing and football decisions during a two-year stint as general manager from 2008-09.He also took the lead in negotiating the Bills’ most recent lease five years ago, which played a critical role in securing the franchise’s long-term future in Buffalo especially following Hall of Fame owner Ralph Wilson’s death in March 2014.The lease included a strict non-relocation clause that included a $400 million penalty the team would be forced to pay if it considered moving before 2020.Brandon also oversaw the Bills’ eventual sale to the Pegulas, who completed their $1.4 billion purchase of the franchise in October 2014.The Pegulas retained Brandon and elevated him to the role of managing partner. The Pegulas thought so highly of Brandon Womens Thomas Sweeney Jersey , the Sabres were added to his responsibilities after the team reached a mutual agreement to part ways with Ted Black in July 2015.Brandon’s resignation continues a large turnover of Bills executives who served under Wilson. Bruce Popko is the senior holdover and now becomes the top executive as chief operating officer of Buffalo-based Pegula Sports and Entertainment, which oversees the Pegulas’ numerous holdings.Brandon grew up in nearby Syracuse, New York, and began making his mark in Buffalo shortly after being hired by the Bills in 1997 to serve as the team’s business development and marketing director.He began by spearheading a campaign to transform them into a regional team by expanding the franchise’s fan base to offset Buffalo’s dropping population base.That process began in 2000, when the team shifted training camp to Brandon’s alma mater, St. John Fisher College in suburban Rochester, to capitalize on the community’s corporate and larger population base.Later, the Bills boosted their presence across southern Ontario by negotiating a deal to begin playing annual regular-season games in Toronto starting in 2008. The ”Bills In Toronto” series lasted through 2013 before the deal was placed on hold the following year and then terminated by the Pegulas.Toronto-based media giant, Rogers Communications, paid the Bills $78 million to essentially lease eight games (five regular season and three preseason) during the initial five-year agreement. The price was almost double what the Bills were projected to generate if those games were played at their home facility.The series also spurred a large bump in season-ticket purchases from across the border. By 2015 Authentic Thomas Sweeney Jersey , the Bills estimated southern Ontario fans accounted for about 18 percent of their season-ticket sales, surpassing their support from Rochester.Not everything succeeded under Brandon, who drew criticism for a number of decisions, including failing to build a winner during his two-year stint as the Bills GM when Wilson elected to promote from within the organization after Marv Levy stepped down following a two-year tenure.—This story’s third paragraph has been corrected to note the relationship first became apparent during the Sabres’ visit to New York for a game against the Rangers on Jan. 18— The Buffalo Bills claimed Jordan Phillips off waivers from the Miami Dolphins during the 2018 season and once he arrived in Western New York, he played with a great motor—something lacking in South Beach. That, of course, makes handing him even a medium-sized contract problematic. Something else that makes it difficult to project a contract for him is the position he plays and what a team wants him to do.In Buffalo, Phillips clogged rushing lanes and stepped into passing lanes to knock down the ball. He had just one sack in 2018, and that was in the first part of the season while he was with the Dolphins. He averages around 20 tackles a year. Phillips played 26% of Buffalo’s defensive snaps in 2018, a number that jumps above one-third if you only include games he was on the roster. It was 38% for Miami in 2017 Thomas Sweeney Jersey Boys , 54% in 2016, and 37% in his rookie year. So is he a starter or a rotational piece? Does his motivation concern you moving forward or are you ready to commit to him? What’s his role on the team?Sure, he fires up the crowd, but Buffalo already has a highly-paid space eater in Star Lotulelei and a young up-and-comer in Harrison Phillips that can do that, too. What they need is a penetrating defensive tackle to take the place of Kyle Williams and complement Lotulelei and Phillips. I don’t know if Phillips does that enough for me to commit big money. If you look at all the free agent defensive tackle contracts signed in 2018, the majority were for a single year. Only Lotulelei, Dontari Poe, and Xavier Williams signed multi-year deals a year ago. Factor in a strong class of potential free agents and a strong class of players available in the 2019 NFL Draft, and the Bills are in a strong negotiating position. All of that is to say, I’m offering him a one-year deal to see what he can do in training camp knowing I can get another that can do that cheaply. That’s not a deal Phillips is going to sign before he hits the open market. Last year Infant Thomas Sweeney Jersey , Johnathan Hankins had to wait until after Week 1 to sign his $2.1 million deal. He made his way into the starting line up and is a big free agent prospect in 2019 after playing well in Oakland. Phillips will need to follow a similar path and wait it out to sign a bigger deal.My offerOne year, $1.8 million$350,000 signing bonus$350,000 guaranteed
Over the next two weeks Womens Marcedes Lewis Jersey , Acme Packing Company will break down each position group on the Green Bay Packers and provide insight into how they performed during the 2018 season. Today, we examine the cornerbacks.During Ted Thompson’s final draft and Brian Gutekunst’s first as general manager, the Green Bay Packers tried to rebuild their secondary. That process extended to free agency, where the team brought back veteran corner Davon House after a two-year sabbatical as well as a mid-season signing of Bashaud Breeland.While both House and Breeland hit free agency this offseason, their trajectories appear decidedly different.Bashaud BreelandNFL experience: Five yearsFree-agent status: UnrestrictedExpiring contract: One-year, $790,000 ($90,000 guaranteed)2018 stats: 20 tackles, four breakups, two interceptions, one fumble recovery, one touchdownThe Packers will enter next season with Jaire Alexander, Kevin King, and Josh Jackson atop the cornerback depth chart in some order. That doesn’t preclude the team from re-signing Breeland, who made an impact on the defense during his partial season in Green Bay. Breeland generated multiple turnovers while providing valuable depth when injuries decimated the secondary.Breeland has his flaws. His lack of top-line speed and recent history lower-body injuries (a foot infection and lingering hamstring trouble in 2018) could prevent him from holding down a starting role. That could ultimately work in the Packers’ favor, limiting his market and allowing the front office to bring him back at a palatable price.Davon HouseNFL experience: Eight yearsFree-agent status: UnrestrictedExpiring contract: One-year, $915,000 ($90 Womens Geronimo Allison Jersey ,000 guaranteed)2018 stats: Two tacklesThe Packers didn’t intend for Davon House to earn a large role when they re-signed the veteran corner in the offseason. House technically lived up to expectations, though not for the desired reasons. He landed on injured reserve in September with a shoulder injury and never returned.Injured or not, House seems unlikely to return to return in 2019. The young depth built up over the past few years along with the veteran’s own injury woes strongly signal that the end has arrived for House, at least in Green Bay. The Packers’ visit list is all but finalized, and the top new name on the list is a possible top-50 pick."Each year, news trickles out little by little about the players who come to visit the Green Bay Packers as part of the team’s 30 official pre-draft visits. This year, we at Acme Packing Company knew the names of 22 such players as of this weekend, with a handful of additional players who visited the team as part of the local Pro Day.On Monday morning, Packersnews.com published its annual list of confirmed visitors, and this year’s batch has seven names on it that APC did not yet know about. Here’s a quick look at each of the new names on APC’s list, which you can find in its entirety here.Sean Bunting, CB, Central MichiganBunting has been a riser throughout this draft process, and now has a chance to go in the top 50 picks. He had a great workout at the Combine, with a 4.42-second forty-yard dash and a 41.5-inch vertical, then recorded a solid 6.89-second 3-cone drill at his Pro Day. In addition, he has good size at a shade over 6-foot and 195 pounds, and has great ball skills as shown by nine interceptions in three years.Kahale Warring Jaire Alexander Jersey White , TE, San Diego StatePossessing ideal size and speed, Warring measured in at 6-foot-5 and 252 pounds in Indy for the Combine, then ran a 4.67-second 40. A likely day-three pick, he could be an excellent consolation prize for the Packers as an all-around tight end if they miss out or choose not to select one of the top options earlier. Warring was not a hugely productive receiver in college, posting just 51 career receptions, but he did have eight touchdowns.Curtis Bolton, ILB, OklahomaWhile the Big XII conference had few defensive players at the 2019 Combine, Bolton could easily be considered a snub after a stellar senior season. The 6-foot, 228-pound Bolton recorded a whopping 142 tackles in his one year as a starter, totaling 12 TFLs and 4.5 sacks. He also ran a reported 4.59-second 40 at Oklahoma’s Pro Day and clearly projects as a speedy coverage linebacker.E.J. Speed, ILB, Tarleton StateA college edge rusher who projects as an inside backer in the NFL, Speed lives up to his name thanks to a reported 4.60 forty and 6.90-second 3-cone drill at his Pro Day. He’s a long, lanky player at around 6-foot-4 and 225 pounds, and after recording six sacks in 2016 and missing most of 2017 to injury, he bounced back with another five sacks in 2018. He’s likely to go undrafted but could make for an intriguing free agent signing.Nate Herbig Womens Montravius Adams Jersey , G, StanfordThe Packers have had good luck in the past with finding guards on day three or as undrafted players, and Herbig seems to fit that mold. Though not a great athlete — his agility testing at the Combine fell well short of what the Packers typically like in offensive linemen — he did earn two All-Pac 12 honors, named first-team as a sophomore in 2017 and second-team last year. Leaving Stanford after just three years, Herbig is a young prospect who may just be tapping into his potential.Greg Gaines, DT, WashingtonTackles from the “other” UW have been high draft picks in recent years (Vita Vea and Danny Shelton come to mind) and although Gaines won the Pac-12’s award for the conference’s best defensive lineman last year, he probably will be a day-three pick. Still, Gaines did have a nice career as a pass-rushing tackle, racking up 9.5 sacks in three-plus years as a starter, including 4.5 last season. Gaines measured in at 6-foot-1 and 308 pounds at the Combine, putting him at almost the same size as Mike Daniels. Perhaps he could be a long-term replacement at the 3-technique position?John Wirtel, LS, KansasThe Packers drafted long snapper Hunter Bradley last year in the seventh round, grabbing the Mississippi State product who had two ACL surgeries. Wirtel has a similar injury history, and was granted a sixth year of eligibility for 2018 as a result. Wirtel measures in around 6-foot-3 and 243 pounds, and he could be an undrafted free agent signing to push Bradley in camp.
Garrett Bradbury Minnesota Vikings Jerseys , making him a free agent five days after free agency began. So what’s next for one of the dirtiest player in the league?Last year, conflicting reports emerged regarding whether the Raiders were trying to trade for Burfict, a move that would have reunited him with former Bengals defensive coordinator Paul Guenther. Now that the Raiders have traded for receiver Antonio Brown, adding Burfict would become delicate and popcorn-inducing.It was an illegal hit from Burfict on Brown that helped the Steelers snatch victory from the Bengals in a playoff game to cap the 2015 season, prompting both Burfict and former Bengals cornerback Pacman Jones to suggest that Brown faked the concussion he suffered. The league suspended Burfict for the first three games of the 2016 season in response to the blow to Brown’s head.The Vikings, in theory, could be a destination for Burfict Minnesota Vikings Jerseys Stitched , given that coach Mike Zimmer served as defensive coordinator in Cincinnati before Guenther. And how about the Browns, where G.M. John Dorsey currently seems to be rolling the dice on anyone/everyone that can help the team win, character notwithstanding?Burfict, despite his obvious flaws, has consistently been viewed as a guy who can get his teammates properly focused and motivated. However, Burfict’s habit of losing his focus has cost the Bengals dearly, including most importantly a play that kept them from winning their first postseason game since January 1991. Vikings running back Dalvin Cook seemed to be on track for a stellar season in 2017 Garrett Bradbury black jersey , until a non-contact torn ACL ended his rookie campaign. He’s now feeling like he’s ready to roll, again.“I’m getting back to how I used to feel,” Cook said this week, via Dane Mizutani of the . “My confidence [is] out the roof. I feel great. I’ve had a great offseason.”Cook had 444 yards from scrimmage through four starts as a rookie, before suffering the injury that sidelined him until 2018. Last year, chronic hamstring problems held Cook to 615 rushing yards and 305 receiving yards, in 11 regular-season games. He had only one 100-yard rushing performance.Cook thinks he can do much more this year.“I feel like the ceiling is real high for me Garrett Bradbury Jersey Mens ,” Cook said. “Everything I want is still in front of me. Everything I can do is still in front of me. I’m capable of doing a lot of things. I still haven’t scratched the surface yet.”To get there, the key will be to stay healthy. Cook has yet to prove he can do that. For running backs, it’s a critical component of the player’s overall game.
team had no timeline for safety Marcus Maye to come off the physically unable to perform list and that he hadn’t received “any indication” that Maye would practice this week.Things apparently took a turn for the better over the last few days. The Jets announced on Sunday that Maye has been activated from the PUP list.Maye went on injured reserve last December with a shoulder injury and had surgery to address it. He was able to do individual work during organized team activities C.J. Mosley Jerseys 2019 , but was placed on the PUP list to open camp. Gase referred to Maye dealing with a “nerve injury” and said the team didn’t want to get Maye on the field only to have to shut him down again if he wasn’t totally ready to go.It seems the Jets are confident that won’t be the case and they now have both their starting safeties ready to work in practice. Monday Night Football, Week 5. Tonight the Washington Redskins travel to the Big Easy to take on the New Orleans Saints in a matchup of first place teams.The 2-1 Redskins surprisingly reside in first place in the NFC East, coming off a bye week following a big win against the Green Bay Packers. The Redskins defense has been stout White Le’Veon Bell Jersey , allowing no more than 21 points and no more than 102 rushing yards to any opponent this season. The Redskins have been hit hard by the injury bug, with 11 players on injured reserve, two more out for this game Le’Veon Bell Jersey 2019 , and five others listed as questionable. The Saints provide a formidable challenge for any team at home. Future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees thrives in the Superdome, and the Saints offense is a juggernaut, averaging 34.3 points per game. Wide receiver Michael Thomas is having a monster year White Sam Darnold Jerseys , with an astonishing 42 receptions on just 44 targets. The Saints defense has been spotty, having already given up 37 or more points to two of their first four opponents. It’s the Redskins and the Saints in a battle of two NFC first place teams looking to stay on top in their respective divisions on Monday Night Football.Enjoy the game everybody.
Youth Jacob Bailey Jersey , where Brian Phillips will talk about the New England Patriots’ 13-3 win against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl 53. The game started as a slugfest, with neither offense able to generate much momentum. After New England took a 3-0 lead into the locker room at the half, the Rams tied the game in the third quarter. However, the final period saw the Patriots take a 10-3 lead and ultimately win 13-3.Brian will cover all the action in the latest episode of the Pats Pulpit Postgame Show!We are doing post game shows each week following New England’s games — and now after the wild card round as well — and also a Facebook pregame show leading into each game. We’re really excited about interacting with you, so make sure you’re following along on Twitter (@PatsPulpit | @BPhillips_SB) Womens Jacob Bailey Jersey , and that you’ve “liked” us on Facebook so that you don’t miss anything.We also want to hear from you, so please shoot us your questions about the game in the comments! PHOENIX (AP) — The Latest on the NFL owners meetings Tuesday (all times EDT):6:45 p.m.There’s nothing on the football field Jon Gruden likes more than a big-time playmaker.His Raiders’ trade with Pittsburgh brought to Oakland one of the game’s most dangerous scoring threats in wideout Antonio Brown.“You have to know where he is,” Gruden began. “He can help your running game. Put a safety over the top to double that guy, that helps you run the ball, I tell you. It helps the other guy on the other side. That’s why getting Tyrell Williams was huge. Somebody that can take advantage of some one-on-one looks.“It’s also nice to have a receiver who couldn’t care less what the coverage is. I remember Jerry Rice one year Authentic Jacob Bailey Jersey , he was so good. I used to see Jerry break the huddle and three (defensive) guys look for him: ‘There he is. Don’t let him catch the ball.’ Then at the end, Jerry had eight catches for 140 yards. He did it every week.“It is great to have a guy who can win. We have to do our part. It is a great responsibility for us to help Antonio Brown be one of the great Raiders of all time.”Gruden took a moment to catch his breath, then spoke about Brown’s skills at freelancing when a play breaks down. He believes that will provide a huge help to quarterback Derek Carr.“It’s huge. That’s where the great ones … that’s the true measuring stick of what makes a receiver great,” he said. “Because they are disguising coverage not just to fool the quarterback, they are disguising coverage to fool the wideout. Boom Jacob Bailey Jersey Boys , they rotate to him. What are you going to do?“Some guys don’t see it and react as quick as others. The great ones, they see it and they can do it at full speed. It’s awesome. When you watch Antonio play, a lot of his production was on scramble plays.“Hopefully we can get Derek to create more on his own, maybe a little better protection, maybe he can buy a little more time and let Antonio go over there Infant Kendarius Webster Jersey , then go over there, then go over there and make a play or two.”
We’re a quarter of the way through the regular season — even further through the fantasy season — and impactful waiver wire pickups will continue to get rarer. But there’s still a few players widely available who can help your fantasy team over the next few weeks. Let’s take a look at this week’s waiver wire targets:Nyheim Hines White Michael Strahan Jerseys , RB, Indianapolis ColtsRostered - Yahoo: 15% | ESPN: 15.5%In two of four games this season, Hines has seen at least nine targets. Against Houston, Hines got 11 targets, which tied for the team lead with Chester Rogers as T.Y. Hilton missed time and it resulted in two receiving touchdowns. Hines played a nice 69 percent with Marlon Mack out and Mack was limited on Monday. Even if Hines isn’t playing 70 percent of future snaps, he might have done enough to earn a role as the receiving back and maybe, more importantly, Andrew Luck’s trust. Hines’s role could be important going forward on a team that’s likely to pass often while trailing.Taywan Taylor, WR, Tennessee TitansRostered - Yahoo: 6% | ESPN: 3.9%With a healthy Marcus Mariota and Rishard Matthews out of the rotation, Taywan Taylor took over as Tennessee’s No. 2 receiver. Taylor played 63 percent of the snaps for the Titans, the second most among their wide receivers, and his nine targets tied with Dion Lewis for second on the team. His average depth of target (12.1) was just behind Corey Davis against the Eagles. Taylor has the talent to be a consistent contributor in the offense and now it appears he also has the opportunity.T.J. Yeldon Michael Strahan Jerseys 2019 , RB, Jacksonville JaguarsRostered - Yahoo: 50% | ESPN: 46.8%This is probably a no-brainer and 50 percent ownership is as high as I’ll go for a player in this column, but it’s important to note Yeldon is still available in half of fantasy football leagues — more than half if you play on ESPN. Leonard Fournette will be out indefinitely, so Yeldon will take the load as Jacksonville’s top back (even though Corey Grant should get more playing time). Against the Jets, Yeldon got 62 percent of the snaps and had 18 carries for 52 yards and a touchdown. He also added three receptions for 48 yards and a touchdown. Without Fournette in the lineup, Yeldon played 58 percent of the snaps against the New England Patriots and 67 percent against Tennessee. The Jacksonville offense is apparently going to go how Blake Bortles goes — a risky week-to-week proposition — but for however long Fournette is out, Yeldon will get a lot of work. Taylor Gabriel, WR, Chicago BearsRostered - Yahoo: 6% | ESPN: 6.6%Gabriel finally had his breakout game in Week 4, along with the rest of the Bears offense. But Gabriel has at least seven targets in each of the past three games. Last week, he had 10 targets with an aDOT of 18.1, the seventh-highest depth of the week. In Week 4, Taylor got his seven targets at an aDOT of 9.6 and took that for 104 yards and two touchdowns. His role has grown each week White Will Hernandez Jerseys , especially since the start of the season when he was only taking screens and “touch pass” pseudo-handoffs in the backfield. Against the Buccaneers, Gabriel played 79 percent of the offensive snaps, which trailed only Allen Robinson at wide receiver.Chicago will be on a bye Week 5, so you’ll have to stash him for a week before he can be used, but he can turn into a high upside play starting in a week.Vance McDonald, TE, Pittsburgh SteelersRostered - Yahoo: 43% | ESPN: 31.3%In the Steelers offense, Vance McDonald isn’t going to lead the team in targets, but there are enough opportunity and enough chances at big plays for McDonald to be a solid play at tight end. McDonald has received five targets in each of the three games he’s played. This week turned into 62 yards and last week it was 112 yards and a touchdown. McDonald, now healthy, out-snapped Jesse James 62 percent to 44 percent against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.He’ll continue to get decent looks and maybe more if the Steelers’ defense remains a unit that struggles to stop opposing offenses. FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Ezekiel Elliott is used to twice the load he carried in the opener for the Dallas Cowboys after the star running back missed the entire preseason in a holdout.The two-time rushing champion says he never had a moment in the 35-17 win over the New York Giants where he felt he wasn’t quite ready for game speed, and Elliott isn’t the type to say he would prefer another incremental step to a full workload at Washington (0-1) on Sunday.“I think I’m ready now for a normal workload Will Hernandez Jerseys 2019 ,” Elliott said Wednesday. “It just depends on how … (the coaches) are feeling on Sunday. But if they ask, I’ll be able to go out there and do it.”There were a few moments against the Giants when Elliott didn’t look quite like himself, including in the third quarter on a 2-yard run when there appeared to be room for more. Not long after, though, Elliott had a seam on the left side and took his final carry 10 yards for a touchdown.Elliott, who averaged 25 touches per game during his first three seasons, had 13 carries for 53 yards and one catch for 10 against New York while playing 54% of the snaps (37 of 68).His first practice was four days before the game, the same day he signed a $90 million, six-year contract extension that could keep him in Dallas through 2026. Coach Jason Garrett said his snap count was almost 30 at halftime, and the Cowboys (1-0) didn’t want to go much beyond that.“I thought he did a really good job in the game,” coach Jason Garrett said. “There’s no question he kept himself in really good shape. His weight was good. And for the time that he missed, I thought he handled the work really well.”It’s not the first time Elliott has started the season without playing a snap in the preseason — he did that last year. And it’s not the first time he has faced a quick turnaround to a game after working out on his own in Mexico — he did that two years ago during a six-game suspension.But it was the first time Elliott had played without any practice in training camp.“It was a little weird jumping right into things, not having camp and having to adjust White Lorenzo Carter Jerseys ,” he said.The Cowboys had the luxury of sitting Elliott the entire fourth quarter because his TD gave Dallas a 35-10 lead late in the third. Rookie Tony Pollard had just 13 yards on nine carries in the fourth and finished with 24 yards on 13 rushes.“I think I could have been in there a little bit more,” said Elliott, whose 14 touches were just one more than his career low. “But we had a certain plan and we’re going to keep taking steps toward it.”Garrett probably won’t offer much insight into that plan before the Cowboys play the Redskins.“We’ll just see how he practices, see how he comes out of the game,” Garrett said the day after the New York game.Elliott said his soreness was “tolerable,” and that the process to get himself in game shape continues.“Just getting as many full speed football looks as you can,” Elliott said. “It’s kinda hard to simulate in practice, but I’m doing everything I can on my end to put myself in those football situations and get used to them.”NOTES: WR Tavon Austin missed practice Wednesday because of concussion symptoms. … DE Tyrone Crawford also was out as he manages a hip issue from the offseason. Crawford played 43% of the snaps against the Giants.
With the relative lack of experience on the Buffalo Bills roster at quarterback Tre’Davious White Jersey 2019 , and a rookie starter in Josh Allen, many have asked why the team has not added a veteran signal caller to the roster. Apparently the team has worked out at least one veteran quarterback in former Pittsburgh Steeler Landry Jones.ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweeted an update early on Sunday morning, sharing that the Bills were one of four teams to work out Jones.Fans will remember that Jones spent the past five seasons in Pittsburgh as the primary back-up to Ben Roethlisberger. Jones has appeared in 18 games through his career, with five total starts. Many would argue that the Bills need to add a veteran quarterback, as Nathan Peterman is the only back-up currently on the roster. Jones completed close to 64% of his passes as a Steeler, with 8 touchdowns and 7 interceptions. Whether the Bills sign Jones or not, it will be a situation worth monitoring as the team may be looking to add a veteran quarterback. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP)For the better part of two decades, the second meeting of the regular season between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots has had only mild drama attached to it. That won’t be the case for Sunday’s matchup. New England (11-3) wrapped up its ninth consecutive AFC East title with last week’s win over Pittsburgh. It can lock up a first-round bye this week with a victory over the Bills, combined with a loss by either Pittsburgh or Jacksonville. If the Patriots win and the Steelers and Jaguars both lose, New England will secure home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Meanwhile White Zay Jones Jerseys , the Bills (8-6) are still alive in their quest to break a 17-year playoff drought, and would not be eliminated from contention even with a loss to the Patriots. Buffalo’s postseason absence is the longest active streak in North America’s four major professional sports. In NFL terms, Buffalo is tied for having the fifth-longest drought, and the longest since the NFL merger in 1970. ”Of course, the big picture’s there, but you can’t move too far ahead,” said Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor, who was Joe Flacco’s backup for the Baltimore Ravens’ 2013 Super Bowl win. ”It’s definitely tough, but one thing about it is you can’t necessarily worry about what other teams are doing.” There is also the subplot of this being the first time the teams have met since Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski’s late, gratuitous hit on Bills defensive back Tre’Davious White late in New England’s 23-3 win at Buffalo Dec. 3. White was lying face down on the sideline after intercepting Tom Brady’s fourth-quarter pass attempt to Gronkowski. Gronk – upset about a flag not being called on White for pushing off – dived into him, driving his forearm into White’s back and head. Gronkowski was called for unnecessary roughness Zay Jones Jerseys 2019 , but not kicked out of the game. Afterward, Patriots coach Bill Belichick apologized to Buffalo coach Sean McDermott . Gronkowski also apologized, saying he let his frustration get the better of him. In the days that followed, White condemned Gronk as ”a dirty player.” But he said this week that he has moved on . ”It’s just getting over it,” White said. ”It was still lingering on me. But as I got a chance to think about it, that was childish. I got over it and I’m past it. I’m focused on winning.” Safety Devin McCourty said he is expecting a playoff atmosphere, but not because of any bad blood. ”I don’t think either team is going to need what happened last game to get them going,” McCourty said. ”Two teams trying to win a football game at the end of the season is going to be chippy. It’s going to be everything from pushing and shoving to fighting for extra yards. You’re going to get all of that Sunday.” Here are some things to watch for when the Bills and patriots square off again: ONE-MAN SHOW: Most of the Bills’ success this season has come via the legs of running back LeSean McCoy. He leads the Bills with 1,057 yards rushing and six touchdowns. He also has two TD catches. In all, he has accounted for eight of the 26 touchdowns scored by the Bills’ offense. His 1,407 yards from scrimmage (including 350 receiving) make up 33 percent of the net yards of offense Buffalo has produced. McCoy has eclipsed 100 yards rushing four times this season. Buffalo is 3-1 in those games. New England has allowed a 100-yard rusher only four times and is 2-2 in those contests. DEFENSIVE STRUGGLES: While McCoy has been the catalyst offensively when Buffalo has had success this season White Dion Dawkins Jerseys , Buffalo’s defense has mostly struggled with stopping the run. It has allowed 140 or more yards rushing six times and given up a league-worst 19 of its 32 touchdowns on the ground. That included two against New England and six in a 47-10 loss to New Orleans on Nov. 12. By contrast, the Bills have allowed a league-low 11 touchdowns passing, and two or more in one game just twice this season (three in 30-27 win over Tampa Bay and two in 54-24 loss to the Chargers). TOM TERRIFIC: The Patriots have won four of the last five meetings with the Bills, but Buffalo has taken two of the last three games in Foxborough. Brady was serving his four-game ”Deflategate” suspension during Buffalo’s 16-0 win at Gillette Stadium last season. But the 40-year-old QB has a 27-3 regular-season record against the Bills, his highest win total over any opponent. He has also thrown for more touchdowns (66) against the Bills than any other opponent. — AP Sports Writer John Wawrow in Orchard Park, New York, contributed to this report. —
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The Browns have a crowded group fighting for the No. 5 receiving job." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesDawgs EDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Cleveland Browns Training Camp 2019: WR Preview, Part 2TwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailWe covered the Browns’ top four receivers in Part 1 of our preview; in Part 2 https://www.brownsfanshop.com/JC-Tretter-Jersey , we move on to the rest of the non-rookie receivers on the roster.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="rK54CD">5. Jaelen Strong - Backup WRHeight: 6-2 | Weight: 220 lbs | Age: 25Experience: 4 years | College: Arizona StateJaelen Strong was a third round pick by the Houston Texans in 2015. As a rookie, he caught 14 passes for 161 yards and 3 touchdowns. Those ended up being career highs for Strong, as an ankle injury in the second half of 2016 prevented him from finishing things out. He was suspended one game to begin 2017 due to violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse, and was released in mid-September. The Jacksonville Jaguars picked him up and played him for one game in late-2017, but Strong suffered a torn ACL and missed the entire 2018 season.Strong is trying to make his comeback to the NFL for 2019 as a member of the Browns. It won’t be easy, not only due to working his way back from injury, but because of the stacked talent in front of him. Strong does have some height compared to the starters, but then so do some of the other back-end players he is competing with like Derrick Willies and Damion Ratley, both of whom have a year more experience with the Browns. Strong has to be intrigued by how Baker Mayfield was able to help resurrect Breshad Perriman’s career a bit in 2018; but again, that was with a club that didn’t feature Odell Beckham Jr.Final Roster Odds: 10%<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="j8mrc5">Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images6. Derrick Willies - Backup WRHeight: 6-4 | Weight: 207 lbs | Age: 24Experience: 2 years | College: Texas TechCalled upon due to injuries at the wide receiver position last year, Derrick Willies was thrust into the spotlight against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 5, catching 3 passes for 61 yards. Not bad for a debut. There was a sense of excitement to see what Willies could bring to the receiving group with his 6-4 frame, but then he suffered a fractured collarbone during the ensuing practice week. It’s funny how things work, though, because Willies’ injury kind of paved the way for Breshad Perriman to get the opportunity that he did. Maybe Baker Mayfield just has a way of making receivers come to life.Final Roster Odds: 20%<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="tnbrtj">7. Damion Ratley - Backup WRHeight: 6-2 | Weight: 200 lbs | Age: 24Experience: 2 years | College: Texas A&MDamion Ratley was a sixth round pick by the Browns in 2018. Many receivers had their moments last year under Baker Mayfield, and Ratley’s came in Week 6 against the Chargers Ozzie Newsome Jersey , when in his first game seeing action, he started and caught 6 passes for 82 yards. However, he also couldn’t haul in a touchdown pass early in the game when Cleveland had gotten creative with a fleaflicker:He finished the season with 13 catches for 144 yards, but most of that production came during a four-week stretch in the middle of the season when the receiver position was hurting. After that, he would maybe see the field for a snap or two each week. Ratley is in a crowded field of players trying to stand out as receiver depth, but could be a practice squad candidate if the team wants to continue developing him.Final Roster Odds: 10%<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="P2ZyPd">8. Blake Jackson - Backup WRHeight: 5-10 | Weight: 200 lbs | Age: 25Experience: 1 year | College: Mary Hardin-BaylorBlake Jackson’s moment last year? It didn’t come on the field, but off the field, when he did a Hard Knocks impersonation of fellow receiver Jarvis Landry. He did get called up to the main roster in Week 17, but didn’t play. He caught 1 pass in the preseason, which was a 22-yard touchdown. A converted college quarterback, Jackson needed more film last year to impress teams for a shot at the NFL, and The Spring League offered him that:Jackson spent most of the season on the Browns’ practice squad in 2018, so with him trying to use that time to be a more polished receiver, let’s see what type of skill he brings to the table in 2019.Final Roster Odds: 5%
stemming from a 2017 arrest.Kendricks pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge in a Wisconsin courtroom last week and received a sentence of six months on probation in return. Per the Aaron Ripkowski Color Rush Jersey , the charge will be dismissed if Kendricks does eight hours of community service and that at least half that time needs to be done at four Milwaukee high schools.Kendricks was cited for marijuana possession after a September 2017 traffic stop and criminal charges were filed later. He spent the last two seasons with the Packers and caught 37 passes for Green Bay, but became a free agent in March and has not signed with another team.Even as a free agent, Kendricks is subject to discipline from the league as a result of the arrest. Falcons guard Jamon Brown and Packers running back Aaron Jones were each suspended two games last year for similar offenses while Saints defensive tackle David Onyemata was suspended one game this year after being cited for marijuana possession in his home. There’s been conversation about how much freedom Aaron Rodgers will have to audible out of plays at the line of scrimmage for the Packers this season and head coach Matt LaFleur said it is something they still have to “work through” in the coming weeks.LaFleur got some advice on how to do that from a former Packers quarterback. Brett Favre isn’t coming back to play football, but he was playing golf in Wisconsin this weekend and weighed in on the question of how the team should handle things in 2019.“Aaron will be fine https://www.thepackersfanshop.com/Demetri-Goodson-Jersey ,” Favre said, via the . “I think that the thing is he needs to remain the same. And I don’t have to give him any advice. You know, he’ll handle it well. The question is, how will they handle it with him. And obviously JK Scott Jersey , that’s very important. I mean, there’s more to the team than Aaron but we all have to admit that when he’s playing and playing well, which generally when he’s playing he is playing well, you don’t want to change what’s working. There’s other factors that you have to work on. So I think you let him play his game and not disturb that very much. And it’s going to be interesting to see if that happens.”That’s not too far off from where Rodgers appears to be on the issue. He said recently that he doesn’t “think you want to ask me to turn off 11 years” of experience when it comes to altering plans before the snap. LaFleur said the coaches “pride ourselves on having concepts that have answers” build into the offense.Favre won’t be the only one interested to see how it all plays out for Rodgers Brett Favre Color Rush Jersey , LaFleur and the Packers this season.
Monday.Jacoby Brissett will be the starter for the foreseeable future and Brian Hoyer will become Brissett’s backup.A little more than a week after Andrew Luck’s abrupt retirement upended Indy’s long-term plans Indianapolis Colts T-Shirts , a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press that Brissett had signed a contract extension. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced.Details were not immediately available though The Indianapolis Star reported it was a two-year deal worth $30 million with $20 million guaranteed.Brissett’s deal came just hours after the Colts announced Hoyer, a longtime backup in the league, would join the team as the new No. 2 on the depth chart. ESPN reported the deal was for three years and $12 million.“The train keeps moving and either you find a way to fix the problem and roll with it or it’ll swallow you up,” general manager Chris Ballard said Sunday.“We’re going to choose to move forward. I think that’s one of the really neat things about this league is that the people that can really solve the problems in-season — everybody always focuses on offseason and solving roster issues. Even though the quarterback, as we know is a big piece of it, but being able to solve problems during the season.”Brissett was entering the final year of his rookie deal this season.Indy has fielded trade offers for Brissett, but opted to keep him on the roster this season — just in case something happened to Luck whose battle with injuries began early in the 2015 season.The Colts know what Brissett can do. They acquired him in a cutdown weekend trade just before the 2017 season opener from the New England Patriots. He went 4-11 as the starter that season when Luck missed all 16 games.A year ago, with Luck back, Brissett threw only four passes.But in his second season under coach Frank Reich, the Colts have seen significant improvements in the fourth-year quarterback who was a third-round draft pick of the Patriots in 2016.“We did have an hour-plus conversation about his role, about our team and about the situation he is stepping into,” Reich said Sunday. “He handled it just how I thought. I mean this guy is a pro. So it was more very conversational. It wasn’t a ‘Rah-rah’ thing. It was more centered around, ‘Be yourself. You don’t have to be a hero.'”Brissett has completed 312 of 528 passes for 3,500 yards with 13 touchdowns and seven interceptions.He’s also expected to play with a much stronger supporting cast this season than 2017 when he was sacked a league-high 52 times. Indy allowed the fewest sacks in the league (18) last year.At age 33, Hoyer joins the Colts two days after being released by the Patriots.The only other quarterbacks on the roster are Phillip Walker, who is on the practice squad, and Chad Kelly, who will miss the first two games while serving a league suspension. Hoyer provides stability and a veteran voice to lean on.Brissett spent his rookie season with the Pats, but never was a teammate of Hoyer.“Brian has the toughness and accuracy we look for in a quarterback and he’s been in offensive systems that are similar to ours,” Reich said after the team announced Hoyer’s signing.“He has a tremendous amount of experience and is a proven leader. Brian’s knowledge will be a valuable resource in supporting Jacoby and the team on and off the field. We’re excited to have him here.”Hoyer originally made New England’s roster as an undrafted rookie out of Michigan State in 2009.In his first three seasons with the Patriots behind Tom Brady, he played in 13 games but never started. In 2012, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed Hoyer after their top two quarterbacks got hurt and he finished the season with Arizona, which claimed Hoyer off waivers in December.Hoyer got his most extensive experience with Cleveland in 2013 and 2014, where he went 10-6 as the starter. The next two seasons, in Houston and Chicago, Hoyer was 5-4 and 1-4 as the starter before going 0-6 with San Francisco in 2017. The 49ers released Hoyer after acquiring Jimmy Garoppolo in a trade with New England.That opened the door for Hoyer’s return to New England, where he spent the rest of the 2017 season and all of last season.The Patriots released Hoyer on Saturday, allowing the Colts to bring him to town Sunday and sign him Monday. Indy opens the season Sunday at the Los Angeles Chargers.Hoyer has completed 838 of 1,412 passes with 9,902 yards, 48 touchdowns and 30 interceptions in 10 NFL seasons.To make room for Hoyer on the 53-man roster, the Colts waived safety Rolan Milligan.Ballard also signed four players to the practice squad: Defensive end Jamal Davis, running back Quinton Flowers, defensive tackle Brian Price and receiver Chad Williams. I’ve been a huge advocate for Ballard in the last couple of years as I truly believe that he is the best thing to have happened to this franchise, besides Number 12, in a long time. He’s an..." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteStampede Bluean Indianapolis Colts communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsColtsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Colts StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Colts NewsYahoo Colts Team PageYahoo Colts ReportYahoo Colts Depth ChartYahoo Colts TransactionsYahoo Colts PhotosShop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕A Recap of the 2019 NFL DraftNew,129commentsEDT@AlvaroSBNationShareTweetShareShareA Recap of the 2019 NFL DraftI’ve been a huge advocate for Ballard in the last couple of years as I truly believe that he is the best thing to have happened to this franchise, besides Number 12, in a long time. He’s an absolute football guy https://www.coltsfanshop.com/hats , who breathes, eats and sleeps football. He sticks to his beliefs and ignores all the buzz and noise around him. And, if you are Chris Ballard, your whole year seems to be leading up to the Draft, which is his preferred method for team growth. However, I can’t say I’m too excited about this years picks. That was also true of last year and it blew up in my face, but this year my displeasure is a little greater and I think a few things have changed compared to 2018. Draft ValueValue is the name of the game. You want to maximize the potential out of every pick, so you don’t reach for certain players that you could take later down the draft (Giants, Raiders, I’m looking at you). And to be honest, I think Ballard didn’t exactly take complete advantage of the draft capital that he had. I agree with Mr. Ballard in the sense that we needed some Cornerback help, and the guy that I thought suited us best, Byron Murphy, went one pick right before us. I personally would have gone with Greedy Williams since I believe his upside to be tremendous; and while there are some concerns about his tackling, he’s not a linebacker, he’s not a safety, he’s a corner and he gets paid to cover receivers. There were also some first round O-Linemen like Risner, Ford, and Taylor that could have been our LTs for the future. Overall though, I think Ya-Sin was a good selection. I see why Ballard likes him in the sense that he is big, can play man and zone, has great awareness, can tackle, and has decent closing speed. Not a pick that I necessarily love, but I’m definitely fine with it. Next up is Ben Banogu, and while they said he’s a Linebacker, I think of him more as an EDGE. He’s got the size, speed, and burst to play some good football for us and he has the versatility to play Linebacker in certain scenarios, which Ballard has to love. My problem here isn’t with Banogu as a player, since I like his future in the scheme as an eventual replacement for the older EDGE guys we’ve got, it’s just that I see some of the other guys taken right after, and I cringe a bit. The main one that sticks out is A.J. Brown, my Number 1 wide receiver. He could do it all, from high pointing the ball to running routes, to having ideal speed and size, red zone production, and the list goes on and on. Again, a little bit like Ya-Sin Indianapolis Colts Hoodie , I’m more than fine with this pick, but the value could have been better.Ok, now Parris Campbell was one of the picks I liked the most, especially because he is one of those gadget guys that Reich and Sirianni are going to love. He played great football at Ohio State and I feel like we could be looking at Hilton’s eventual replacement down the line. There were other guys that I would have considered taking, like Taylor Rapp, my Number 1 rated safety, or maybe Dre’Mont Jones, a great penetration DT from Ohio State that fits our scheme. Moving on to Bobby Okereke, and I’ve got to say, I wasn’t exactly expecting this. As a Stanford fan, I can tell you that you are getting a good, talented player. Problem is, he isn’t going to start any time soon unless he plays at SAM, which only sees about 50% of all possible defensive snaps. His size is a little bit of a concern, but he is instinctive. The way I see it is Ballard drafted Anthony Walker all over again, with a fundamentally sound, instinctive, academically smart and hardworking guy. As of right now, he’s going to be a special teamer and MIKE backup/SAM starter.Instead, I would have rather seen us go for someone like Hakeem Butler, who has sky-high potential, complements TY on the edge well and fits a need. Another option would have been Julian Love, who reminds me of Kenny Moore or Yodny Cajuste as a future LT or Chauncey-Gardner Johnson as a SS stud with a nose for hard hits. Now for Khari Willis. I’m not too bummed out about this pick because from what I’ve heard he is thumper with great leadership and great work ethic. He has 196 tackles, 4.5 sacks and 4 picks throughout his career as a Spartan, which was composed of 46 games played and 30 starts. Also from the film I’ve seen he’s got a bit of a competitive edge, he tackles well and seems to have a nice build. He won’t give you the INT production, but that’s not what he would be asked to do in the Colts defensive scheme as a SS. I also like him as a blitzer and against the run. One knock I have on this selection though has to be the fact that the Colts traded up to get him and there was another hard-hitter, Deionte Thompson from Alabama, that I personally liked more. Marvell Tell III from USC is up next and he’s got pretty good value for a player taken in the 5th round. I can see that Ballard loves his length, at 6’2’’ tall and 33’’ arms. He’s got a high ceiling but a low floor, which is to be expected from a 5th rounder. Tell was a 4 year player for the Trojans, playing at a decently high level, in a somewhat weak conference, every single year. He’s got nice coverage, fluid hips and wraps well when he tackles. Some red flags are questions about his passion for the game, his hustle and his frame, which is exceptionally thin. Besides that a good pick up by the Colts late in the draft. But alas, the same knock I had for the other guys is my complaint against Tell. He played safety in college, but the Colts are going to play him at CB Khari Willis Jersey , which makes sense considering his smaller frame, length and coverage skills. However, if they wanted to take a corner, why not just take Amani Oruwariye from Penn State, who was one of my higher ranked CBs and widely considered to go in Day 2? Oruwariye is also 6’2’’ but he weights 205 pounds, ran a 4.47 40-dash, had a 36’’ vert, a 120’’ broad, played significant snaps for 3 years in a harder conference and seems to be a more well-rounded prospect.Every year Ballard takes a flyer on a guy he thinks has a lot of upside, and this year it’s E.J. Speed from Tarleton State. And I’m not going to lie, besides the cool name, I don’t know much about him. He wasn’t on my, or anyone’s, big board but from what I hear he’s a freak athlete from a very successful D2 LSC Conference program. There’s no film on him that I could find, so we’ll just have to take Ballard’s word on this one. Speed could be the next player in Ballard’s list of uncovered gems, but he could also be this years Zach Banner/Daurice Fountain. Finally, I think there is a point where you have too many linebackers, and the Colts have definitely passed that threshold. When I said I wanted a Mississippi State Defensive Linemen, this isn’t what I meant, but it’s better than Linebacker. Gerri Green is what you would expect from a Mississippi State defender, a very physical player with a high motor. The bad news are that he is a much better 3-4 OLB than a 4-3 DE. That along with terrible technique and fundamentals make you pause and ponder for a second. However, he seems to be a freak athlete Ballard hopes his staff can develop. Also, it’s a bit worrisome that the Colts took this long to address the defensive line. Jackson Barton from Utah is a pick that I definitely can get behind. I watched him in the Pac-12 and he is a mammoth of a man at 6’7’’ and 310 pounds. He was a All-Pac12 selection last year and he has played a combined 53 games throughout his career, starting 32 at LT the last two years. Great depth pick along the Offensive Line.But we ain’t done with offense yet! With their last selection, the number 246 pick, the Colts selected Javon Patterson. He doesn’t shine spectacularly and isn’t oozing with potential like some of the other players in the draft, but he is a talented player nonetheless. He was pretty highly recruited coming out of high school and he has played at both guard spots throughout his career as a Rebel.Take AwaysWhat we can take away from the draft is a sneak peek into how Ballard grades his players. The Senior Bowl is a major factor in the Colts decision. They also seem to like athletes that aren’t very refined, believing in their coaching staff and talent developers to turn players into more finished products. Finally, character, leadership and length of tenure seem to be traits that Ballard likes, which makes sense with the emphasis he places on the culture in the locker room.ConclusionAfter looking at some of the players post-drafting them, I really like the makeup the team has now with the new acquisitions. There are a lot of leaders and high character guys that are going to help build a great culture, but I think we drafted maybe too many Linebackers and focused too little on the Defensive Line and Wide Receiver core. In the end, one can only grade a draft class 2-3 years down the line, and time will tell if Ballard made the correct calls or not. Colts fans have a lot to be excited for, but I also have reason to believe that our roster could have been better if the draft had been approached differently. This is my prediction of what our team will look like next year:And this is what it could have looked like:
for what he guesses was the first time since 2013.The Seattle Seahawks tight end would rather have been on the field with his teammates.But Dissly D.J. Fluker Color Rush Jersey , who missed several other Thanksgiving celebrations while playing in college, was in the initial stages of recovering from surgery for a torn patellar tendon. The chance to be at home was a much-needed break after going from wrapping up his career with the Washington Huskies, to preparing for the NFL draft, to beginning his pro career."I was in a straight-leg brace for six weeks and it was a good opportunity to go and spend time with them, spend Thanksgiving with the family and kind of just heal and rest. If I'm here I would just want to do more and more, and I think rest and recovery is important," he said. "It was almost like a mini vacation."Once he returned to Seattle, however, he turned his entire focus to recovering from the injury that derailed his promising rookie season. Seattle's fourth-round pick in the 2018 draft had quickly developed into a contributor when he went down in Week 4 against Arizona.Ten months later, Dissly is going through full team drills in training camp and feeling optimism that he will be ready by the start of the season."I think anytime you go down and you're kind of removed from the spotlight a little bit, it really puts you in a humbling state," Dissly said. "I really tried to self-reflect, kind of figure out what got me here. That's work ethic Barkevious Mingo Color Rush Jersey , that's my family. Dedication to the game, love for game. That's just something you don't lose."Dissly is part of a position group that is vital to the success of Seattle's offense. With the Seahawks returning to a run-first mentality a year ago, the need for tight ends that can block on the edge became even more important. It's why drafting Dissly was critical — he was arguably the best blocking tight end in last year's draft.When Dissly went down, Seattle had to adjust. Ed Dickson and Nick Vannett were solid at the position, but the Seahawks regularly turned to using offensive tackle George Fant as a sixth lineman lined up at tight end. Seattle still intends to use Fant in that role, but Dissly's return would be a boost."There's a lot of really good pieces there. I don't know if it's going to be one guy, I think it could be a little more by committee," offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer said. "You got George Fant there, you got (Dissly) coming back, Nick Vannett scored a lot of touchdowns for us, Ed Dickson, that veteran leadership that he brings is awesome. It's a really good group, so again we think that's its very flexible."Another option is Jacob Hollister Ed Dickson Color Rush Jersey , who was acquired in a trade with New England and has the ability to play off the line and create matchup advantages.The preseason will be an important test for Dissly. While he hasn't had any discomfort in the knee during his first week of activity, Dissly is trying not to get ahead of himself."I've been going every day, putting pads on. It's been feeling really good and I'm excited to see the next day and what it has to offer," Dissly said.NOTES: QB Russell Wilson was absent from practice Friday. Wilson's grandfather, Dr. Harrison B. Wilson, died Sunday and his memorial services were Friday and Saturday in Virginia. It's the first training camp or regular season practice Wilson is believed to have missed in his career. ... DE Ezekiel Ansah was in a helmet and shoulder pads for the early portions of practice for the first time Friday as he continues to recover from offseason shoulder surgery. RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Paul Allen’s love was basketball and he delved into professional football out of loyalty to his hometown Seattle.In the wake of his death, Allen’s ownership of the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers and NFL’s Seattle Seahawks has come into focus because of questions about how the franchises will move forward in his absence.No one is providing many details yet about the succession plans for Allen’s franchise holdings in the wake of his death Monday from complications of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. His primary franchises were the Blazers and Seahawks, although he also owned a small stake in Major League Soccer’s Seattle Sounders.“Paul thoughtfully addressed how the many institutions he founded and supported would continue after he was no longer able to lead them. This isn’t the time to deal in those specifics as we focus on Paul’s family,” according to a statement from Allen’s company, Vulcan Inc. “We will continue to work on furthering Paul’s mission and the projects he entrusted to us. There are no changes imminent for Vulcan, the teams, the research institutes or museums.”For now Jaron Brown Color Rush Jersey , Allen’s teams will continue to be overseen by Vulcan Sports and Entertainment, an arm of the company he created. His sister, Jody Allen, and executive Bert Kolde were the other members of the Seahawks’ board of directors with Allen. Jody Allen may take a more prominent role with the NFL franchise going forward.“It doesn’t feel like it’s time to be engaging in that conversation. We’re more into the conversation about recognizing what took place and how to respect Paul and his desires and all of that,” Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Tuesday. “There’s plenty of time to talk about all that stuff. It’s not even a factor in our minds. I understand the interest but there will be plenty of time.“Nothing is changing. Paul wouldn’t want us to do anything different than what we’re doing, which is to go for it and to represent it every way we can until you can’t. And we’re going to go for it just in that fashion.”A similar message was being relayed in Portland, where Trail Blazers general manager Neil Olshey and Vulcan Sports and Entertainment CEO Chris McGowan spoke about Allen. The Trail Blazers are dealing with the death of Allen just a couple of days before beginning the regular season at home against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.“At this point we’re just dealing with the death and we don’t have any imminent announcements,” McGowan said. “At an appropriate time I’m sure we’ll come and talk with everyone about what potentially could happen but right now we’re just dealing with the grief.”Olshey said his final phone conversation with Allen was in early October with the owner asking if the Blazers GM was watching that night’s preseason games.“He wanted to talk basketball,” Olshey said. “One of the things that is really unique about Paul is that everything was bifurcated. … If he wanted to talk hoops, he talked hoops. If he wanted to talk music, he called Mick Jagger. If he wanted to talk football, he called Pete Carroll. Who else gets that?”
Ty Summers Jersey Womens , Darius Jackson, Tony Brown After processing their final cuts and seeing no new faces awarded to the team on waivers, the Green Bay Packers made a few tweaks to their 53-man roster on Monday, adding a pair of players who had been released by other organizations. In addition, they added a pair of players to the practice squad to fill up that unit, with just one member of the ten-man squad having spent training camp elsewhere.The two 53-man additions are linebacker Korey Toomer and running back Darius Jackson, while cornerback Tony Brown joined the practice squad after being released by the Los Angeles Chargers. Looking at these three players more closely shows one clear connection that they all share: ridiculous athletic ability.All three of these players have blazing speed and all three have good short-area quickness Ty Summers Green Bay Packers Jersey , something that the Packers tend to prioritize. In addition, the two active roster additions showed off absurd explosiveness in workouts as well.Toomer entered the NFL in 2012 as a fifth-round draft pick of the Seattle Seahawks. Although he did not suit up for a regular season game until 2014, he has quietly become a solid reserve and special teams linebacker, and he started eight games in each of the last two seasons for the Chargers. As a bigger and more athletic player than departed Packer Ahmad Thomas, it’s clear to see that the Packers prioritized innate ability in adding this player.Meanwhile, Jackson — a sixth-round pick in 2016 — takes the spot on the active roster that none of the Packers’ reserve running backs could. And it’s again easy to see why when you look at his workout numbers.As for Brown, his going undrafted this spring was a surprise to many Aaron Rodgers Jersey , including this writer. His athletic traits fit the Packers’ traditional cornerback profile perfectly, and that 4.35 time in the 40 is now the best of any corner in the organization. With athletic tools like his at six feet tall, it’s no surprise that the Packers would want to take a chance on him.Here’s a look at all three players’ workout numbers from their pre-draft workouts:New Packers’ WorkoutsPlayerPositionWorkoutHW4010-ydBenchVertBroadConeShuttlePlayerPositionWorkoutHW4010-ydBenchVertBroadConeShuttleThat’s two players with verticals over 40 inches, while all three ran the 40 in less than 4.55 seconds and the 3-cone in less than 6.90.Toomer and Jackson will likely be special teams players at the outset, though Toomer could fill in as a sub package linebacker in a pinch. Jackson provides some depth behind Jamaal Williams and Ty Montgomery until Aaron Jones returns from his two-game suspension, but he can fly and should find an early niche on Ron Zook’s coverage teams.If one thing is clear from these moves, it’s that the Packers want the players on the margins of their roster to be great athletes. The NFL will hold its supplemental draft on Wednesday and one of the players considered to be a likely selection spent some time with one of the league’s teams on Tuesday.Agent Brad Cicala told Tom Pelissero of NFL Media that his client Jalen Thompson visited with the Packers on Tuesday. In addition to any conversations that might have taken place Clay Matthews Jersey , Thompson took a physical with the team’s medical staff.The results of the safety’s physical will be shared with the other 31 teams in the draft.Thompson held a workout in Los Angeles on Monday that was reportedly attended by representatives of 26 teams. Falcons coaches ran the drills for that workout and the Patriots, Rams, Dolphins, Colts and Cardinals were reported to have interest in him.Thompson is one of five players eligible for selection in the supplemental draft. He and West Virginia wide receiver Marcus Simms are considered the likeliest selections. Any team picking a player in the supplemental draft will forfeit their pick from the same round in the 2020 draft.Syracuse linebacker Shyheim Cullen, Northland tight end Devonaire Clarington and St. Francis defensive back Bryant Perry are the other players in the draft pool.
EAGAN Adrian Peterson Jersey , Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings have hit their familiar stride on defense during the second half of the season, after some uncharacteristic earlier struggles.There’s been no better example of this lately than Anthony Barr.“He’s always been a good player,” coach Mike Zimmer said. “I think he’s probably taking it to another level right now.”More Vikings coveragePhotos of the Week: 7/21/19 – 7/27/19Rookie Bradbury is central figure to Vikings’ overhauled offensive lineVikings depth at cornerback being tested, Hughes still not clearedPlayers to watch at Minnesota Vikings 2019 training campTop Tweets: Vikings WR Diggs makes push for All-NFL Style TeamBarr had two of the team’s nine sacks in the 41-17 victory over Miami last week , some obvious evidence of his value. The fifth-year outside linebacker, playing on an expiring contract, has often made an impact for the Vikings in ways that have stretched beyond basic statistics.The fact that he was picked for a fourth straight Pro Bowl, joining defensive end Danielle Hunter and safety Harrison Smith from the defense, with only 13½ career sacks is a good place to start.“I do what I’m asked to do. I think everybody gets caught up in numbers and stats and all that. I may not blow you away, but I think I bring a lot of other things to the table that may go unnoticed from the common eye,” Barr said on Wednesday before practice. “I’ve got coaches and players coming up to me and telling me, ‘You’re doing a great job. Great player,’ this and that.”In the four-down-linemen scheme the Vikings have used under Zimmer, Barr’s position isn’t set up to produce league-leader-type numbers. He has progressed as a pass rusher to the point, though, where opponents are bracing for him to blitz whether or not he storms the backfield or drops back in coverage. Zimmer, who has been critical of Barr at times throughout his career, also complimented his advancements in communication, leadership and recognition on the field.“When you see him going downhill and working his pass-rush moves on people it’s hard to stop him,” Smith said. “He’s got the body of a D-end, but he can run about as well as our safeties. So he’s kind of got it all.”Barr missed three games with a hamstring injury. He said the absence helped him return stronger physically and mentally.11<button class="view-gallery">View Gallery</button> Gallery:PHOTOS: Vikings vs. DolphinsBrad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports | Brad Rempel“You get time to look yourself in the mirror and figure out things you maybe could do better and different ways you can help,” Barr said. “Obviously, I feel we’ve been playing to my strengths the last few weeks.”Smith also became a four-time Pro Bowl selection. With Hunter, who’s tied for second in the NFL with 14½ sacks now on the list, the Vikings have six players on defense who’ve been a Pro Bowl pick. They’re leading the league again on third downs with a 28.6 percent conversation rate allowed and are first with 47 sacks .“There tends to be always streaks here and there. I remember earlier this year everybody was kind of down on us after a couple of games,” Smith said. “This league changes fast, and you’ve just got to be constantly working.”One of those past Pro Bowl selections was defensive end Everson Griffen, who missed five games while receiving mental health treatment and has not been quite the same disruptive force upon his return that he’s been before. Griffen was announced on Wednesday as the team’s Ed Block Courage Award winner as the player best exemplifying commitment to sportsmanship and courage.“It’s been a rough year for me, but I’m still here,” Griffen said. “I’m still standing, and that’s the main thing. I’m here to fight. I’m a fighter.” The Vikings won their second preseason game at home against the Seahawks John Randle Jersey , 25-19.But once again, more important than the score was evaluating how the Vikings performed.Here are a few notes from..." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesDaily Norseman homepageHorizontal - WhiteDaily Norsemana Minnesota Vikings communityFollow Daily Norseman online:Follow Daily Norseman on TwitterFollow Daily Norseman on FacebookLog in or sign upLog InSign UpSite searchSearchSearchDaily Norseman main menuFanpostsFanshotsSectionsLibraryVikingsOddsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 321 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Vikings 2019 PreSeasonVikings 2019 OffseasonU.S. Bank StadiumMinnesota Vikings PodcastsVikings Preseason Game 2NotesNew,297commentsCDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Vikings Preseason Game 2NotesTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Stephen Maturen/Getty ImagesThe Vikings won their second preseason game at home against the Seahawks, 25-19.But once again, more important than the score was evaluating how the Vikings performed.Here are a few notes from the game.Top and Bottom Performers On offense the top performers according to PFF were Brett Jones, Brandon Zylstra, Laquon Treadwell, Kyle Sloter, Brandon Dillon, and Oli Udoh.Defensively, Harrison Smith, Kentrell Brothers, Jayron Kearse, Karter Schult, Duke Thomas, and Ben Gedeon got top billing.And on Special Teams, Khari Blasingame, Devante Downs, De’Angelo Henderson, Jeff Badet, and Reshard Cliett topped the list.On the bottom end offensively, Pat Elflein, Cornelius Edison, Chad Beebe, John Keenoy, and Jordan Taylor had the worst grades.Defensively, Anthony Harris, Curtis Cothran, Holton Hill, Trae Waynes, and Cameron Smith were the lowest graded.And on Special Teams Alan Page Jersey , Austin Cutting had the worst grade, followed by Eric Wilson, Brandon Zylstra, Dillon Mitchell and Marcus Epps.Offensive Line Didn’t Look As GoodOverall the Vikings offensive lines - first and second string - were overwhelmed at times.Run blocking wasn’t that great.Pass protection okay, but not as solid as last week.Of course the first team last week didn’t have many reps last week either.Pat Elflein was the same old 2018 Pat Elflein.Yes, he was that bad.He was easily the lowest graded player on offense for the Vikings - something he’s used to from last season - with a 35.7 overall grade.He was the one who allowed Poona Ford into the backfield to nail Mattison for a loss and near fumble.He also struggled too much in pass protection.This cannot be overlooked by Rick Dennison, Kevin Stefanski, Gary Kubiak, and Mike Zimmer.If Pat Elflein is not very much improved over last year, and he’s not as of yesterday, he has no business being a starting offensive lineman for the Vikings.Contingency plans need to be made ASAP if Elflein doesn’t show significant and immediate improvement. Frankly I was surprised the coaching staff handed Elflein the starting LG spot in the first place this off-season, without any competition.Those contingency plans could involve Brett Jones.In sharp contrast to Elflein, Jones was the highest graded player on offense for the Vikings, with a 90.5 overall grade. Giving Brett Jones first team reps at left guard makes immediate sense.Beyond that, there were some positive performances.Oli Udoh looked pretty good on third team.He’s really improved from his college tape.Leaps and bounds better.Still has a ways to go, but he’s really made a lot of progress.Rashod Hill, Riley Reiff, and Dakota Dozier all had decent performances, particularly in pass protection - if not run blocking. Garrett Bradbury showed improvement over week one, but doubtless will learn the importance of pad level when it comes to leverage with bigger defensive tackles.Poona Ford de-cleated him at least once.Cousins to Thielen Proving Deadly DownfieldThe Vikings offense continued to get chunk plays by taking shots down the field to Adam Thielen.Both last week and this week, Cousins chucked it to Thielen, who was never really open, but managed to come down with the ball.A third shot resulted in a big pass interference penalty.This looks like it will be a staple in the Vikings offense, complimenting the run and short passing game.Boone, Badet, Bisi and BlasingameThese four up-and-coming offensive skill players didn’t do anything to hurt their chances, and most did some things to help them.Boone looked good again as a running back, making some nice plays for extended gains, including a 45-yard scamper on a short pass over the middle.He had a good blitz pickup as a blocker as well.I’d be surprised at this point if he doesn’t make the roster.Ameer Abdullah did not play.He was a bit banged up after the last game, but it was a bit surprising he didn’t play.It certainly didn’t help his chances with other players looking good in his roles.Khari Blasingame had another big gain as a receiver out of the flat.He also scored on a goal line run, which showed his short yardage ability. Importantly Randy Moss Jersey , he was also the highest graded Viking on special teams. C.J. Ham had 2 carries for 8 yards and did well as a pass blocker, but he seems increasingly at risk of losing the fullback competition.Jeff Badet had some decent kick returns, and a couple catches too.His positioning in terms of reps suggests he’s got the inside track for a WR roster spot, assuming the Vikings don’t keep Treadwell,Bisi Johnson did the least to help his chances against the Seahawks, but he still looked like he belonged out there as a receiver - he did a good job trying to haul in another contested TD catch with defenders all over him - but couldn’t get there this time to bring it in.That play might have been a defensive pass interference or hold looking at the replay.He also learned a lesson about making fair catches on punt returns.He got nailed the instant he made the catch on his only punt return attempt.While he’ll likely learn from that experience, credit him for making the catch and hanging on to it.Coaches will remember that too.Brandon Zylstra had a good game against the Seahawks, with 5 catches on 5 targets, but didn’t do as well on special teams.It may be too little, too late for Zylstra, especially with Johnson, Badet and Beebe getting the returner reps on special teams.Kyle Sloter, As Always, Looks Like The Best Backup QBSean Mannion looked better than last week, but he was still the third-best QB for the Vikings.He threw a pick-six in what looked like an inaccurate throw and miscommunication - both.He had a pick-six worthy throw last week too.Mannion continued to look just a bit more tentative at times compared to Cousins and Sloter, although not as much as last week.His performance seems more labored in general, and he looks less confident than either Cousins or Sloter.By contrast, Kyle Sloter continued to look very comfortable- having fun and confident - and more than ready for the challenge.His first throw was a bit high (but catchable), but after that right on the money every time en route to a couple more touchdown drives in the second half.He’s got a lot more zip on his throws than Mannion too.Overall Sloter had a 129.5 passer rating for the game, while Mannion had an 86.9.Cousins finished with an even 100.0.I’m not sure there’s ever been a preseason game since Sloter was acquired by the Vikings - and probably in Denver too - that he didn’t look the best backup QB.I don’t know what more he can do on the field to earn the primary backup spot.He deserves to get 2nd QB reps the remainder of preseason.Defensive Line The Vikings defensive interior took a step back against the Seahawks.Jayln Holmes, Hercules Mata’afa, Jaleel Johnson, and Curtis Cothran were all graded sub-par for the game.The only bright spot was Armon Watts, who continues to grade well.At defensive end, Karter Schult had a nice game, and helped himself and his roster chances.Ifeadi Odenigbo continues to do so.Stephen Weatherly, surprisingly, hasn’t done as well in preseason so far.I don’t think he loses a roster spot over it, but it will be interesting to see how the defensive line roster spots are distributed come August 31st.Kaare Vedvik Can Do It AllVedvik had some good punts and kickoffs.Made an extra point too.He didn’t get a chance to make a field goal, but I’m sure he’ll get an opportunity at some point.What really remains to be seen with Vedvik is not what he can do, but how the Vikings choose to use him.He got the primary reps at punter this time Cris Carter Jersey , leading one to believe he could be punter and kickoff guy, and maybe used for longer field goals too.Marwan Maalouf didn’t sound like he wants Vedvik to do it all, as it may be a strain on his leg to practice and do everything.That would seem to heighten injury risk as well.And who knows how he’ll be used next week.Maybe he gets the primary kicker reps for field goals and extra point attempts, and Wile gets them for punter reps.Stay tuned.Player RepsOnce again, a key stat for preseason games, particularly among depth players, is how many reps they got - which is a measure of coaching interest.Here are the tallies of those who got the most reps, broken down by offense, defense, and special teams.A couple observations:Brett Jones, Danny Isidora, and Dakota Dozier got nearly all the reps at C, LG, and LT respectively after the first team left.Jones had 14 reps at RG.Depth corners getting a lot of reps wasn’t much of a surprise, but those who did likely helped themselves - particularly Duke Thomas - who bounced back well from a poor showing at the Saints.Armon Watts getting more reps than Jaleel Johnson may be significant, particularly as Watts is grading better than Johnson.Duke Thomas also getting the most reps on special teams is interesting.Bottom LineThere appear to be a few players that have shown up consistently over the past two pre-season games.Guys like Mike Boone, Khari Blasingame, Armon Watts, Oli Udoh, Kyle Sloter and Ifeadi Odenigbo among them.A few others who had a disappointing first pre-season game bounced back against Seattle - guys like Irv Smith Jr., Duke Thomas, Karter Schult and Brandon Zylstra among them.Meanwhile, some other struggled a bit more against Seattle - guys like Herceules Mata’afa, Jalyn Holmes, Holton Hill, and Pat Elflein.All that leaves room for movement when it comes to evaluating depth charts and roster spots - the next two preseason games could help spell some of that out a bit more.Official NFL Game Summary Here.
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