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Alongside Patrick DiMarco Youth Tremaine Edmunds Jerseys , Pro Football Reference has fourteen other players listed that had at least one rushing attempt from the fullback spot. Right there next to DiMarco are such illustrious fullback names like “Ray-Ray McCloud.” The fact that the list is heavily peppered with “not-fullbacks” who took an occasional snap from the backfield shows exactly what the NFL thinks of the position. We’ll do our usual review for DiMarco, but the underlying question is less one of talent and more about seeing if there’s a need for a fullback at all. Play 1If you followed the weekly snap counts, it’s no secret I felt Patrick DiMarco was underutilized. On a team struggling to protect their quarterback(s), a competent pass-protecting back felt like a good idea to me. DiMarco likes to step into his opponent rather than sitting back and he’s competent doing so. It didn’t impact this play with the ball exiting quickly, but DiMarco would have given Josh Allen extra time had he needed it. Play 2A benefit of a fullback instead of a lineman can be that sharp pop to disrupt the pass rush followed by a safety-valve route. Josh Allen trips on the play, but if he hadn’t Patrick DiMarco was one of a few good options to throw to. As a note, this game will be heavily featured as DiMarco played more snaps in the season finale than he did in the next two highest games combined. To put it in perspective, the second game against the Miami Dolphins represents more than 1/5th of his season on offense. Play 3DiMarco’s block keeps Chris Ivory’s initial lane wide enough to maintain good momentum. DiMarco stuffs Evander Hood. While this isn’t a household name, Hood is a 300+ pound defensive tackle who gains no ground on the 234-pound fullback. At times DiMarco seemed like the most stalwart lineman on the Buffalo Bills. Play 4Sometimes the play design appeared to call for some misdirection, other times it appeared poor decision-making was at work. Either way, quite often Patrick DiMarco’s lead blocks weren’t followed. Looking at just what DiMarco did, it’s solid work. Play 5I wouldn’t want to suggest DiMarco is flawless—sometimes he loses a match-up. After he makes a good decision to cut back and try to open the inside lane for LeSean McCoy, DiMarco doesn’t demonstrate his finest block. DiMarco maybe gets enough of his man where Shady would have been able to make it work. Had Wyatt Teller maintained his block a little better, we’d have known for sure. Play 6Patrick DiMarco doesn’t give up an inch and actually drives Mike Hull back. DiMarco’s initial blocks look a lot like Chris Ivory’s with the quick pop to start things off. When blocks need to be maintained Tremaine Edmunds Jerseys Stitched , DiMarco uses a little more hand-fighting as shown here. Neither should be necessarily known for that skill, but DiMarco is slightly more versatile when a longer block is needed. Play 7Patrick DiMarco is a little smaller than what many might think of for a fullback. He’s also a bit quicker than many fullbacks and does a good job with his move block here. This wasn’t a staple for the Bills’ offense, but DiMarco seems capable of this role as well. Play 8There’s not a lot that’s special about this play from DiMarco. He does a solid job slipping out and looking for the pass. His speed is fine and he takes a good angle once the ball is in his hand. He does seem adept at finding soft spots in the defense, but his passing grade has to be an incomplete. This play represents a full 25% of throws tossed DiMarco’s way this year. He caught three for 62 yards.Play 9Here in one convenient clip is every single Patrick DiMarco rushing attempt in 2018. And this only happened because every running back was banged up. Summary Patrick DiMarco is a versatile back who can provide enhanced pass protection and safety-outlet options for a developing quarterback. This is in addition to lead blocking that’s ordinarily associated with the fullback position. That said, except for one game, the Brian Daboll offense doesn’t seem enamored with fullbacks. If a solid tight end or developmental prospect they’d like to tinker with is available, DiMarco’s days could be numbered in Buffalo. A big positive for DiMarco is that a potential replacement will need to slot cleanly into special teams play as well, where DiMarco did see more significant time. I’ll close with a chart that’s likely nothing more than fun coincidence—a correlation rather than causation kinda deal. Still though, if I’m Patrick DiMarco’s agent, I’m likely making this thing into a banner. Quickly explained, the chart tracks DiMarco’s playing time each week along with the points scored by the team. PITTSFORD, N.Y. (AP) — Before making the five-hour drive from Cleveland to Buffalo’s training camp, receiver Corey Coleman was advised to leave behind the baggage of his two seasons with the Browns.The injuries, dropped passes Andre Reed Jersey , and constant reminders of how Coleman failed to play to the Browns’ first-round draft-pick expectations can all be set aside.The Bills are offering him a clean slate.“We all go through things in life that don’t go our way,” Bills general manager Brandon Beane said Monday, a day after acquiring Coleman in a trade. “I don’t know all what went right or wrong for Corey in Cleveland. But we view it as a fresh start here to earn and compete.”For the relatively small price of a 2020 seventh-round draft pick, Beane took what he called a “low-risk” gamble in a bid to add breakaway speed and play-making potential to one of his team’s most unsettled positions.In Cleveland, first-year GM John Dorsey parted ways with a player who came to symbolize the overall dysfunction of the Browns’ previous regime.By trading down in the draft order to select Coleman with the 15th pick in the 2016 draft, the Browns passed on an opportunity to choose eventual Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback Carson Wentz.Hand injuries limited Coleman to playing just 19 games, during which he caught 56 of the 131 passes thrown in his direction for 718 yards and five touchdowns. That was a significant drop in production for a player who scored an NCAA-leading 20 touchdowns receiving and led the Big 12 with 1,363 yards receiving at Baylor in 2015.Coleman’s tenure in Cleveland will be best remembered for his drop late in the fourth quarter in last season’s finale at Pittsburgh that sealed the Browns’ 0-16 finish.None of that now matters in Buffalo, where the Bills lack established depth at receiver behind starter Kelvin Benjamin.Including Benjamin, acquired in a mid-season trade from Carolina, Buffalo’s four returning receivers combined for 57 catches for 681 yards and six touchdowns last season. Jeremy Kerley, an eighth-year player, was the team’s most notable offseason free-agent addition, while the Bills also used two late-round draft picks to select Ray-Ray McCloud III and Austin Proehl.Beane revisited previous discussions he had with the Browns regarding Coleman Womens Shaq Lawson Jersey , and elected to make the trade two weeks into training camp.“I just thought now was the opportunity to get him in here to start learning this offense versus waiting any longer,” he said.Nothing, however, is guaranteed.“He’s not going to automatically get anything,” Beane said. “He’s got to come here and compete. That’s what I told him on the phone last night.”Pending a physical, Coleman is expected to make his practice debut Tuesday. It’s too early to determine whether he’ll play in Buffalo’s preseason-opener against Carolina on Thursday.Kerley welcomed the added competition Coleman brings to the Bills.“Here, it’s a better opportunity for him to compete. It’s a better opportunity for everyone. Competition is good,” Kerley said. “It’s going to definitely help us boost up a little bit.”As for Coleman’s past, Kerley said the best advice is to forget it.“Whatever happened in Cleveland, that’s over with,” Kerley said. “You’re in a different place, a different atmosphere, different coaches, different situation. You kind of get to redeem yourself.”The trade caught Coleman’s now-former teammate http://www.thebillslockerroom.com/authentic-logan-thomas-jersey , receiver Jarvis Landry, by surprise.The three-time Pro Bowler, who came to Cleveland in a March trade from Miami, mentored Coleman during their few months together. Landry convinced the 24-year-old to change his diet and schooled him on what it takes to succeed.“Just continue to work hard, continue to grind at it,” said Landry, who spoke to Coleman after the trade became official. “I think he’s got a great grasp of that. And who knows, maybe in Buffalo that continues to carry over, and he has a hell of a career.”Coleman also had issues off the field.He was named in a police report regarding an alleged felonious assault last year, but never charged. He was also sent home from the Browns’ trip to Houston for missing curfew while he was injured.The Bills were assured Coleman doesn’t face possible NFL disciplinary action resulting from the alleged assault.

ORCHARD PARK Andre Tippett Jerseys 2019 , N.Y. (AP) — Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton doesn’t believe he could have scripted a better visit to Buffalo on Sunday.The donation he made to Buffalo’s Roswell Park Cancer Institute to open the day was special. The two standing ovations he received from Bills fans before the preseason game were chilling.And Dalton was able to keep his emotions in check on the first snap from scrimmage to hit John Ross for a 57-yard touchdown pass in leading the Bengals to a 26-13 victory.“It was a good day. I think the way it started was the best part,” Dalton said. “The game went well, too.”The Bills could not say the same about their offense, and a three-way quarterback competition that remains unsettled.Rookie Josh Allen struggled in his first preseason start , while getting little protection from an offensive line that allowed five sacks in the first half alone. He finished 6 of 12 and was sacked for more yards (39) than he had passing (34).“I didn’t do a good enough job getting the ball out on time,” the first-round pick said. “I’ve got to do a better job, but there’s a lot to learn from.”Dalton eased whatever concerns the starters raised with their sputters in last week’s 21-13 win at Dallas by producing three scoring drives — two touchdowns and a field goal — over five series against the Bills.Dalton finished 11 of 16 for 180 yards and two touchdowns — including a 14-yarder to A.J. Green — to celebrate the warm reception he received in Buffalo nine months after playing a key role in the Bills making the playoffs and ending a 17-year playoff drought.It happened in the final minute of the season finale against Baltimore on New Year’s Eve. Dalton’s 49-yard touchdown pass on fourth down to Tyler Boyd sent the Bengals to a 31-27 win, and eliminated the Ravens from playoff contention.Bills fans responded immediately by making over $450,000 to Dalton’s charitable foundation.“It’s a crazy story, and it’s been fun to be on this side of it,” Dalton said. “The best part is all the money that was raised.”Buffalo’s offense continues to raise concerns two weeks before opening the regular season at Baltimore.Allen generated just three first downs before being forced out of the game in the final minute of the first half. He was escorted off the field to be evaluated for a possible concussion after being tackled by Carlos Dunlap in the end zone.Though Allen was cleared to return White John Hannah Jerseys , he stayed on the sideline while Nathan Peterman finished the game.This was a week after the starters went three-and-out in four series and starter AJ McCarron was sacked once and hit several other times before being sidelined with an injury to his right throwing shoulder in a 19-17 win at Cleveland.“It’s disappointing,” Bills coach Sean McDermott said. “We’re going to make sure we’re helping him with protection and catching the football and not beating ourselves with penalties. Let’s just start there.”SACK ATTACKLinebacker Carl Lawson had 2 1/2 of the Bengals five sacks in the first half, and nearly had an interception. He was in position to pick off Allen’s underthrown pass up the right sideline only to have tight end Charles Clay break it up.PETERMAN TIMEThe Bengals led 23-0 before the Bills mounted a comeback with two scores late in the third quarter.Peterman hit Jason Croom for a 17-yard touchdown, and then Travaris Cadet scored on a 1-yard run on a drive set up by Rafael Bush intercepting Bengals backup Matt Barkley’s pass. Peterman finished 16 of 21 for 200 yards, and upped his preseason total to 33 of 41 for 432 yards with three touchdowns and an interception.WELCOME BACKBengals tight end Tyler Eifert had one catch for 11 yards while targeted three times in making his preseason debut. The Bengals’ 2013 first-round draft pick is coming off back surgery and was limited to playing just two games last year.INJURIESBengals: Left tackle Cordy Glenn stood on the sideline, but did not return after hurting his right shoulder in the first quarter. Coach Marvin Lewis said Glenn was fine. Guard Christian Westerman (back) and running back Jarveon Williams (left knee) did not return.Bills: Backup linebacker Julian Stanford did not return after hurting his nose in the first half. RB LeSean McCoy (hip/groin) and left tackle Dion Dawkins (hip) did not play after being injured in practice this week.ANTHEM UPDATEThe Bengals stood together along the sideline except for Dunlap, who stood on the field at the 45 with his hand on his chest. No member of the Bills appeared to protest.UP NEXTBengals: Host Indianapolis Colts on Thursday night.Bills: At Chicago Bears on Thursday night. New England’s former right tackle opened up about Tom Brady, Dante Scarnecchia, and Rob Gronkowski." Patriots First ReadSebastian Vollmer: “I have to see the Patriots no longer being good to believe it.”New,8commentsNew England’s former right tackle opened up about Tom Brady, Dante Scarnecchia John Hannah Jerseys 2019 , and Rob Gronkowski.EDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Sebastian Vollmer: “I have to see the Patriots no longer being good to believe it.”TwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Elsa/Getty ImagesFor the six seasons from 2010 to 2015, Sebastian Vollmer manned the right side of the New England Patriots’ offensive line. Along the way, the 2009 second-round draft selection picked up 90 starts, a second-team All-Pro nomination, and a Super Bowl ring (he earned another one after the 2016 season that he spent on injured reserve). And while Vollmer stepped away from the game in May 2017, he still remains active promoting it.Last month, for example, the 35-year-old appeared at an NFL-sponsored event in his native Germany. Spox’s Adrian Franke used the opportunity to catch up with Vollmer and also to speak with him about his former team — and it sure looks like the long-term Patriot is feeling confident about New England heading into the 2019 season. “I still have to see the Patriots no longer being strong in order to actually believe it,” he said.The Patriots, of course, are once again coming off a Super Bowl win and Vollmer thinks they remain the team to beat despite some notable offseason departures. “You have to get by the reigning champions White Irving Fryar Jerseys , and the Patriots have proven it time and again. By now, they are almost that good that they have to prove they no longer are. After all, it’s the same story each year: players X, Y and Z are gone, [Tom] Brady is old — and at the end of the day, they are still winning,” he said.Arguably the biggest of those aforementioned departures is Rob Gronkowski, a teammate of Vollmer’s for seven seasons. The future Hall of Fame tight end announced his retirement in March, but comeback rumors started to emerge shortly afterwards. Vollmer, however, does not see Gronkowski return any time soon: “I don’t think Irving Fryar Jerseys 2019 , he will come back again. Just looking at his physical shape, I don’t think he’d be able to pull it off.”Vollmer also added that he always thought that Gronkowski and the soon-to-be 42-year-old Brady would ride off into the sunset together. Now, however, that outlook has changed. “To be honest: no idea,” answered Vollmer when talking about the quarterback’s potential retirement date. “He keeps saying that he will play until 45, but I wonder why. I’m giving him two more years — but not because he told me, I’m just going with my gut. Who knows?”The long-time offensive lineman also spoke about another senior member of the Patriots organization, assistant coach Dante Scarnecchia who worked with Vollmer for all but two of his seasons in the NFL. Scarnecchia, of course, is widely regarded as the premier offensive line coach in the league and his former pupil gave some insight into what makes him such an outstanding presence on the sidelines and in the meeting room.“He is absolutely detail-oriented,” said Vollmer. “You only have to options with him: either you quit or you get better. There is no in-between. And that’s what happens White James White Jerseys , actually, some retire because they can’t handle the pressure. If you no longer can, you’ll just be let go. There’s an enormous pressure, but he is so good at what he does. He doesn’t accept any knickknack, any mistakes.”

FLOWERY BRANCH Discount Alexander Mattison Jersey , Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have a new backup plan if punter Matt Bosher hasn’t recovered from a groin injury by Sunday’s game at Indianapolis.Matt Wile worked on punts and kickoffs on Wednesday, one day after he was signed to the practice squad. Wile was Minnesota’s punter in 2018 , and he spent time with the Falcons in 2016. He was cut by the Vikings in the preseason.“Having experience not only here but elsewhere was a big piece of it,” said Falcons coach Dan Quinn of the decision to sign Wile following punter auditions.Bosher also normally handles kickoffs and is the holder on field goals and extra points.The Falcons were forced to consider dramatic last-minute adjustments after Bosher strained his groin during warmups before last week’s win over Philadelphia . Kicker Matt Bryant had to handle kickoffs, a duty he hasn’t regularly held in a decade. Bosher punted despite being obviously limited by the injury.The Falcons even had wide receiver Mohamed Sanu practice kickoffs in pregame warmups.How close was Sanu to kicking off?“Pretty close,” Sanu said.“It would have been cool. It would have been fun. It would have been like Pop Warner again. That’s the last time I kicked off.”That’s not the sort of pregame drama a coach enjoys.Quinn remained optimistic that Bosher could be active against the Colts. He said he’ll give Bosher the full week to recover.“We definitely have confidence in Bosh as the punter but we’ll see what it looks like at the end of the week,” Quinn said. “I have confidence. I would never bet against Bosher in any way.”Bosher has missed only one game in nine seasons in Atlanta. His career average of 45.7 yards per punt is a franchise record.The Falcons would have to have full confidence in Bosher to avoid a repeat of the field-advantage setbacks caused by the makeshift kicking plan last week. The longest of Bosher’s three punts carried only 42 yards, and none of Bryant’s kickoffs reached the end zone.Bosher attended Wednesday’s practice Stitched Olisaemeka Udoh Jersey , but did not participate while Wile handled the punts in the sessions open to reporters.“I’m just training and preparing like I’m going to play, but I don’t know exactly what is going to happen,” Wile said.Wile has experience kicking off and holding on extra points and field goals. He said he “felt pretty good hitting” kickoffs on Wednesday. What do the big names think of the selection?" Minnesota Vikings 2019 NFL Draft2019 NFL Draft Grades: Draft experts grade the Garrett Bradbury pickNew,21commentsWhat do the big names think of the selection?CDTWhile the shock of the Minnesota Vikings using a first-round pick on an offensive lineman is starting to wear off for most of us, there are experts around the internet that are weighing in with their thoughts on the picks that were made in Thursday night’s first round of the 2019 NFL Draft.We’re going to round up a bunch of the grades that are already out there and put them here for your reading pleasure. Let’s find out what the experts think of what Rick Spielman and company did on Thursday night.Pete Prisco, CBS Sports: B+Steven Ruiz, For the Win (USA Today): C-Walter Cherepinsky, Walter Football: B+Andy Benoit Olisaemeka Udoh Minnesota Vikings Jerseys , Sports Illustrated: A+Danny Kelly, The Ringer: AMike Tanier, Bleacher Report: A-Dan Kadar, SB Nation: B+Luke Easterling, The Draft Wire: AChad Reuter, NFL.com: AWe’ll add some more grades to this as we find them, but this is a pretty good start for now. For the most part, the reception appears to be positive. . .I’m not sure what the guy that gave the pick a C- was thinking Minnesota Vikings Jerseys Stitched , except that he apparently doesn’t watch many Vikings games. But, I think it was a good pick, and judging from our early polling, most of you do as well.

that defensive success played a big part in the team taking the NFC North title.It also played a big part in the Broncos targeting and eventually hiring Vic Fangio as their new head coach. The Bears responded by hiring former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano as the new defensive coordinator.The team’s players are in their second week of working with Pagano and two key members of the defense shared the feeling that not much will change. Linebacker Roquan Smith said it will be an “easy transition” from one coach to another and defensive tackle Akiem Hicks had a similar take on the direction of the defense.“No step back http://www.packerslockerroom.com/authentic-jk-scott-jersey , no step back; we’re always going forward,” Hicks said, via the . “There’s always going to be an adjustment period anytime you have new people in the building. I don’t think we have to take a step back. We just have to hit it harder.”The Bears lost a couple of defensive backs to free agency in safety Adrian Amos and cornerback Bryce Callahan Kevin King Jersey , but the other regulars from last season are back. Safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix and cornerback Buster Skrine were signed to fill those roles and help ensure that the defense doesn’t miss a beat in Chicago. It’s possible — albeit unlikely — that neither the Green Bay Packers nor Detroit Lions could have 46 healthy players on Sunday for their week five matchup at Ford Field. On the two teams’ Friday injury reports, there were a total of 19 players listed: nine for Green Bay and ten for Detroit.Of those players, four are listed as out Marquez Valdes-Scantling Jersey White , with Randall Cobb the only Packer sure to miss the contest. The Lions have a pair of starters down: defensive end Ziggy Ansah and guard T.J. Lang.Meanwhile, 15 players are questionable, including a new name for the Packers’ report: cornerback Bashaud Breeland Womens Corey Linsley Jersey , who now appears on the report with a hamstring issue. The Packers may still have the services of wideouts Davante Adams and Geronimo Allison, as both were in the questionable group as well. Finally, the Packers had four players on practice reports who did not get a final injury status and thus are likely to play on Sunday. That group consists of right tackle Bryan Bulaga http://www.packerslockerroom.com/authentic-marcedes-lewis-jersey , tight end Jimmy Graham, cornerback Kevin King, and quarterback Aaron Rodgers.Here’s a look at the complete reports for both teams.Packers Injury ReportOUTWR Randall Cobb (hamstring)QuestionableWR Davante Adams (calf)CB Jaire Alexander (groin)WR Geronimo Allison (concussion/hamstring)CB Bashaud Breeland (hamstring)S Kentrell Brice (ankle)G Justin McCray (shoulder)G Lucas Patrick (back)S Jermaine Whitehead (back)Lions Injury ReportOUTDE Ezekiel Ansah (shoulder)G T.J. Lang (concussion)TE Michael Roberts (knee)QuestionableDB Quandre Diggs (hand)DL Da’Shawn Hand (ankle)LB Eli Harold (not injury related)WR Marvin Jones (ankle)CB Nevin Lawson (illness)DB Tracy Walker (ankle)S Tavon Wilson (back)

FLORHAM PARK Trevon Wesco NFL Jersey , N.J. (AP) — Jason Myers kept jogging onto the field to kick one field goal after another.Once, twice, six times.By the time he went out to boot his seventh last Sunday, the New York Jets kicker wasn’t sure how many he had against Denver.Myers just knew there were lots of them.“Someone goes, ‘Man, how many was that?'” a smiling Myers recalled Friday. “I started counting and I lost count.”Totally understandable, of course. That’ll happen when you make a franchise-record seven field goals, the second-most in NFL history. Myers was one shy of the eight by Tennessee’s Rob Bironas in 2007. His 24 total points — seven field goals and three extra points — were just two short of Bironas’ mark for the most in league history by a player who didn’t score a touchdown.“It’s fun to get all that work in,” Myers said. “I didn’t even know where they were from until after the game. But, yeah, it was fun.”Myers got things started with a 30-yarder in the first quarter. He had a 48-yarder in the second and closed the opening half with a 32-yard kick.His 37-yarder in the third quarter gave him four.Then came the fourth quarter, when he made field goals of 45, 37 and 45 yards to help lift the Jets to a 42-34 victory. The Jets’ offense ranks last in the NFL in red-zone efficiency and scored just one touchdown in six opportunities against the Colts, but Myers was there to give them a boost with his busy leg.Myers was also selected the AFC’s special teams player of the week for his performance.“That was really out of the ordinary,” long snapper Thomas Hennessy said. “I think in the fourth quarter Trevon Wesco NFL Draft , we had three or something, so I definitely knew that we were approaching an amount that is not normal.”Myers’ path to the Jets’ record books has also been unusual, with plenty of twists and turns.Just two months ago, he didn’t know if he’d have a job in the NFL after being cut by Seattle. Today, he leads NFL kickers with 63 points and 16 field goals, and is tied with Kansas City’s Harrison Butker for the most touchbacks with 32.“I think the progression of Jason’s career is just awesome and it’s an awesome testament that the guy stuck through it all like that,” Jets special teams coordinator Brant Boyer said. “To see success happen for him, I think it’s really cool because he’s such a great kid and he’s a hard worker. Just seeing him come in and have success, I was proud as hell of him.”The 27-year-old San Diego native grew up playing football, soccer and baseball at Mater Dei Catholic High School, but his success as a kicker had him focused on the gridiron for college. The offers weren’t flooding his mailbox, though.“I was a late bloomer,” he said with a shrug.He considered going to junior college before Marist College — on the other side of the country, tucked in the town of Poughkeepsie, New York — came calling.So Trevon Wesco Buffalo Bills Jersey , Myers traded the sun of southern California for the chilly northeast.“I came out for an official visit and I loved the campus, loved everything,” said Myers, who kicked four seasons for the Red Foxes.The NFL was still a long way off, though, especially after going undrafted and unsigned in 2013. Myers went to the Arena Football League the following year and had stints with Arizona and San Jose.“I was there just for a hot second,” Myers said. “It was good. It helped me keep kicking.”His big NFL break came in March 2015, when Jacksonville signed him to a free-agent deal. Five months later, the Jaguars traded Josh Scobee to Pittsburgh — making Myers their kicker.He led the league with 12 field-goal attempts of more than 50 yards, and for the most made with seven. His 80 percent touchback rate made him a reliable asset to Jacksonville’s special teams unit.But that all changed when he missed three long field goals in Week 6 last season against the Rams. He was released and had a few workouts with teams, but remained unemployed until Seattle signed him a few days after the regular season ended.He lost a camp competition in Seattle to Sebastian Janikowski and was again without an NFL gig for a few days until the Jets claimed him off waivers.Myers hopped on a red-eye flight to New Jersey, got off the plane, headed to the Jets’ facility and immediately linked up with Hennessy and punter Lachlan Edwards on the practice field. Myers proceeded to boot 20 consecutive field goals.“And he hit one from like 63 (yards) or something,” Hennessy recalled. “His focus was amazing, especially since there was so much going on at that point. It was impressive.”Two days after his first practice with the Jets Youth C.J. Mosley Jerseys , Myers was kicking for them in the team’s third preseason game — on his way to securing the job with New York.“If I would’ve sat back and thought about how fast everything moved that week, I think I probably would’ve not been able to do as well as I did,” he said. “I just kind of kept rolling and took it day by day.”And one kick at time. All the way to a spot in Jets history.“I’ve definitely taken the long road,” he said. “It was a little tougher, but it kind of helps me be who I am — mentally tough — and I don’t take all that stuff the wrong way. It just kind of helps build my character, who I am. I kind of use it as a positive and keep building off it.”Falcons at Jets First Half Thread The New York Jets will kick off their 2018 season with an exhibition matchup at home with the Atlanta Falcons.The last time the Jets played the Falcons in the preseason at MetLife Stadium, they won the game 30-22 and went on to win 10 games in the regular season. So, there’s that.Reports seem to be that Josh McCown will get an early series and the rest of the game will go to Teddy Bridgewater and Sam Darnold. It sounds a lot like last year’s rotation. Todd Bowles allowed Bryce Petty and Christian Hackenberg all the playing time in the world to seize the starting spot. Neither took advantage. Will Darnold? He will absolutely get the same chances those two got, and then some.Anyway, here is your first half thread! Let’s all be nice to each other, and remember, no posting links to any illegal streams or websites!Football is back, everyone!

Soon Youth Phil McConkey Jerseys , Giants receiver Golden Tate will move another major step toward learning whether he’ll miss the first 25 percent of the 2019 season.Ralph Vacchiano of SNY reports that Tate’s appeal of a failed PED test will be heard on Tuesday in New York.The good news for Tate is that PED appeals are now heard by independent arbitrators, not by the Commissioner or his hand-picked designee. That gives Tate a much more fair shake at winning. The bad news is that Phil McConkey Jerseys Stitched , unless he can challenge the sample-collection or testing process, he’s likely to lose.The PED policy is unforgiving when it comes to unintentional ingestion of banned substances. Tate admits that he had a banned substance in his system; he claims that he took it as a fertility treatment Youth Mark Bavaro Jerseys , discontinuing it once he learned that it did indeed include a banned substance.That may work in the court of public opinion. It’s not likely to work in the NFL’s court of law. He might be right"With the 2019 NFL Draft coming in just a matter of hours, let’s look at some of the news and rumors that might impact the New York Giants.It is really possible that Alabama defensive tackle Quinnen Williams could fall to the Giants at No. 6?Two teams with ties to Buffalo rumored to be interested in trading up in 2019 NFL Draft - Buffalo RumblingsThe Giants aren’t on this list. I wonder Mark Bavaro Jerseys Stitched , though, if they should be.NFL draft predictions for all 32 teams - who's trading up Color Rush Darius Slayton Jersey , who's taking a QB and more | ESPNESPN Giants will trade up into the second round. I think it’s pretty apparent Dave Gettleman will try to add at least one pick between the Giants’ 37th and 95th overall picks. That’s not exactly breaking news.NFL draft information trade: How teams gather draft day intel | SI.comThis isn’t a rumor, but it’s a fascinating look at how teams and reporters trade intel.Kyler Murray still favored to go first Youth Darius Slayton Jersey , but odds dipping – ProFootballTalk

CLEVELAND (AP) — Apparently Trevon Coley Color Rush Jersey , beating Hue Jackson on the field wasn’t enough for Baker Mayfield.A day after throwing four touchdown passes in a 35-20 win over Cincinnati and then rejecting a postgame hug from his former coach, Mayfield called Jackson “fake” as the Browns rookie quarterback fended off criticism of his behavior.Mayfield was upset with comments made about him by ESPN’s Damien Woody, who said the QB was acting childish and hypocritical for saying Jackson should not have joined the Bengals‘ staff after he was fired last month in Cleveland.“Baker Mayfield needs to grow up,” said Woody, who played in the NFL for eight years. “This is pro football, you’re dealing with grown men. What I found funny about this whole thing, Baker Mayfield, didn’t he go from Texas Tech to Oklahoma? Two teams in the Big 12. You went from one rival to another in the same conference.”Mayfield walked on at Texas Tech before transferring.He shot back at Woody with an Instagram comment, saying the announcer’s take was “not even comparable” and then took another crack at Jackson.“I didn’t lose 30 games be fake and then do that . I wasn’t gonna have a scholarship. Good try though buddy.”Following Sunday’s game, Mayfield, who began the season as Tyrod Taylor’s backup before an injury moved him into the starting lineup https://www.brownsfanshop.com/Duke-Johnson-Jersey , said he didn’t feel the need to interact with Jackson. The pair did shake hands.“I didn’t feel like talking,” Mayfield said, adding he was motivated by Jackson leaving for the Bengals. “Left Cleveland, goes down to Cincinnati, I don’t know. It’s just somebody that was in our locker room, asking for us to play for him, and then goes to a different team we play twice a year.”Jackson went 3-36-1 in two-plus seasons before he was fired by the Browns. He was always complimentary of Mayfield, who never complained — at least publicly — about beginning his NFL career in a backup role.While interim Browns coach Gregg Williams refused Monday to discuss whether his players were motivated by Jackson, Mayfield is certain to be asked about it Wednesday when the Browns return to practice.Cleveland hosts Cincinnati on Dec. 23. A highlight reel play caps off the tenth day of practice, and the starting right guard may have a new favorite." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesDawgs EDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Cleveland Browns Training Camp Recap: Day 10 - Willies’ TD CatchTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe Browns had a highlight-reel throw-and-catch from QB Baker Mayfield to one of the receivers who took advantage of WR Odell Beckham being out.Cleveland Browns Training Camp Report - Day 10 (8/5/19)1. Welcome to Right Guard, Eric Kush: Did we just have a breakthrough in the competition for the starting right guard job? For the first nine days of practice Greg Joseph Jersey , Austin Corbett, Kyle Kalis, and Eric Kush took turns each day as the starting right guard. The pattern ended on Day 10 of camp, as Kush was the first-team right guard for the second day in a row. While head coach Freddie Kitchens, wouldn’t confirm he is the favorite, he did relent a bit in his post-practice presser by saying, “Yeah, we will see if he can string some days together [at right guard].”2. Beckham Misses Practice: Early in practice, when I read tweets that WR Odell Beckham Jr. was nowhere to be seen on the field, I’ll admit that my mind jumped to the worst — I was thinking, “maybe he’s injured and they’re trying to decide how to let the fan base know.” An hour into practice Jabrill Peppers Color Rush Jersey , the team revealed that he is simply dealing with an illness. That allowed WR Derrick Willies and WR Jaelen Strong to get some first-team reps.3. Browns’ Defensive Line Taking a Break: Several days before the first preseason game, the Browns’ defensive lineare resting up. There are still no major injuries to be worried about, but the entire starting defensive line — DE Myles Garrett, DT Sheldon Richardson, DT Larry Ojunjobi, and DE Olivier Vernon were not in pads today. DE Genard Avery continues to work his way back too.4. Why Heckle? Who would go to training camp with the intention of heckling a player? I get that players have thick skin, but training camp especially is meant for fans to get excited about their team. Fortunately, Jeff Ridson later noted that the fan shut up after about ten minutes.5. Drill of the Day: We have basically seen this drill already, but I got some slight amusement at WR Jarvis Landry ducking under the thing before the drill began. Can someone help me out, too — what name should I use to describe that piece of equipment they are running through?6. Mitchell Just Misses Pick: CB Terrance Mitchell was known for mixing it up last training camp with WR Jarvis Landry to make a name for himself. He’s had an up-and-down camp, but a play like this — nearly picking a pass by QB Baker Mayfield — is more of what we want to see (at least from the defensive side of things):7. Running the Ball: Per Zac Jackson of The Athletic E.J. Gaines Color Rush Jersey , the Browns’ first-team defense (even though it’s the backup defensive line) allowed three straight successful inside run plays to the offense. One of those plays is below, and head coach Freddie Kitchens wasn’t happy:8. Derrick Willies’ Highlight Play: The word from Berea is that we have a new “top play of training camp,” and it’s for the combination of QB Baker Mayfield to WR Derrick Willies. You don’t see a lot of super deep passes in 11-on-11 drills during training camp, but Mayfield let one loose and Willies made the one-hand snag for a touchdown as he was falling, despite close coverage from CB T.J. Carrie. Of course, he’ll get a lecture afterward about punting the ball, which is a 15-yard penalty.9. Brownies: RB Trayone Gray, DE Chad Thomas, and CB Phillip Gaines all returned to practice. ... C Austin Corbett took snaps at backup center. ... There was a brief squabble between RB D’Ernest Johnson and S Tigie Sankoh. ... WR Ishmael Hyman made some more catches with the second-team offense. ... RB Kareem Hunt continues to be eased back into practice. ... A total of 76 puppies have been adopted at the Browns Puppy Pound at training camp this year.10. Next Up: The Browns will practice on Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

In Houston | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenterAndy Lyons | Getty ImagesHow the Colts are going to replace Marlon MackAlthoughMarlon Mack has been the Colts' clear lead back Joe Haeg Jersey , Indianapolis may go back to the by-committee approach Frank Reich has used in the past.Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hand) and safety Khari Willis (concussion) have already been ruled out Thursday night against the Houston TexansIndianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich said today that running back Marlon Mack (hand) and safety Khari Willis (concussion) have both already been ruled out of Thursday night’s Week 12 matchup against the Houston Texans.With Marlon Mack out, will Colts still run at effective level? | FOX59INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Frank Reich has watched the play, but not to determine the split-second his feature running back fractured his hand. In the looking-ahead NFL, especially on a short week, there’s no time – not even the time it takes to give in to normal curiosity – to pause and wonder h…Colts rule Marlon Mack, Khari Willis out of Texans game | FOX59INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Injuries will keep at least two prominent players out of the Indianapolis Colts’ critical AFC South rematch with Houston Thursday night.Daily Notebook: Pierre Desir and Parris Campbell return to practice John Simon Color Rush Jersey , while 11 others did not participate in the team's first walkthrough to prepare for Thursday's game in HoustonThe Indianapolis Colts on Monday held their first of two days of practices to prepare for Thursday night’s pivotal Week 12 matchup against the Houston Texans. What all did we learn on the day?Colts vs. Texans: T.Y. Hilton (calf) might have chance to returnIndianapolis released an estimated injury report on Monday, and 10 Colts, including Hilton, would have missed Wednesday's practice due to injury.Colts Monday Notebook: Marlon Mack Fractures Hand, Khari Willis Suffers Concussion | WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenterLess than 24 hours after playing against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Colts were back on the practice field. What were the injury updates on Marlon Mack and Khari Willis?Ryan Kelly: ‘Thursday nights suck’ but Colts must be readyHere's how the Colts are preparing for their biggest game of the season on short restKravitz’s Dopey Report Card: Running the damn ball works and playing good defense does too – The AthleticGrades and takeaways from the Colts' 33-13 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.Colts vs. Texans: What are the playoff implications?Asking who Thursday night's game means more to in terms of the playoffs is something of a foolish question, but we answer it anywayIndianapolis Colts Quick Scouting Report: Week 12 at Houston TexansThe Indianapolis Colts travel south to take on the Houston Texans on Thursday Night Football this week in a pivotal battle for AFC South supremacy. Get a quick scouting report on the Texans heading into the matchup.Indianapolis Colts release unofficial depth chart for Week 12 matchup against the Houston TexansWhat does the Indianapolis Colts unofficial depth chart look like for this Thursday night's 2019 Week 12 matchup against the Houston Texans? We take a position-by-position look heading into the contest.COLTS MEDIA Stop me if you’ve heard this before: one of Chris Ballard’s 2019 NFL Draft picks has a sparkling background and character. On the field, Stanford linebacker Bobby Okereke has earned a reputation..." />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 ✕Filed under:Indianapolis Colts Draft CentralLinebacker Bobby Okereke brings speed https://www.coltsfanshop.com/Chester-Rogers-Jersey , range, locker room influence to Colts defenseNew,15commentsEDTShareTweetShareShareLinebacker Bobby Okereke brings speed, range, locker room influence to Colts defenseStan Szeto-USA TODAY SportsStop me if you’ve heard this before: one of Chris Ballard’s 2019 NFL Draft picks has a sparkling background and character. On the field, Stanford linebacker Bobby Okereke has earned a reputation for his rare speed at the position. That speed played an important role in allowing him to lead the Cardinals in tackles in his senior season. It also helped him excel in short-zone coverage, an area the Colts are looking to improve.One of the things that separates him from other players at his position is his intelligence and football IQ. He does an excellent job of getting a read on plays early and getting himself into position to disrupt backs, receivers Antonio Morrison Jersey , and quarterbacks. If a rangy, speedy, linebacker with the ability to make plays sounds familiar, it should come as little surprise that one of the primary player comparisons for Okereke is Colts All-Pro linebacker Darius Leonard. Imagine if Okereke can develop into a player who can be anywhere close to Leonard in terms of on-field production. It would put the Colts linebacker position at or near the top of the league.While the ability to excel on the field must take precedent for NFL front offices and scouting departments, Chris Ballard has been placing a premium on the mental and character aspects of future Colts players. Okereke’s parents immigrated from Nigeria, hoping to give their family a chance to receive a world class education and an opportunity to live the American Dream. Their son just graduated with a degree from Stanford University, one of the most well-respected educational institutions in the world. Okereke started playing football his freshman year in high school and did so well that he was recruited to play for a major program at Stanford. He used each season, including a redshirt year Kenny Moore Color Rush Jersey , to improve his game. He grew quickly from special teams contributor to defensive role-player to the team’s leading tackler.One can’t help but come away impressed with Okereke after listening to him tell his story and respond to interview questions. He is well-spoken, clearly intelligent, and it’s one writer’s opinion that he will quickly become good buddies with fellow Stanford graduate Andrew Luck. Quenton Nelson is also likely to call him a nerd.Take a look at Okereke’s Stanford Story and an interview with him after his final regular season game against Cal. He is a tremendous ambassador for himself, his family, and his team. It’s exciting to think about what Chris Ballard is building in the Colts locker room.

"Entering the day with five scheduled selections Youth Jacob Bailey Jersey , Friday’s second and third draft rounds turned into a busy affair for the New England Patriots. The reigning world champions picked four players and made three trades, and when all was said and done had added the following men to their roster:Let’s take a closer look at how the second day of the draft went for New England:Patriots draft CB Joejuan Williams: 2-45After an early run on defensive backs to start the second round, the Patriots decided to invest two draft picks — the 56th and the 101st selection — in order to move up the board. New England then invested in Vanderbilt’s Joejuan Williams at 45, securing a tall and physical press-cornerback capable of defending the boundary and helping against bigger targets in the passing game. One thing is certain: his acquisition adds further intrigue to an already deep defensive backfield.Patriots trade 2-64 to the Seahawks for 3-77 and 4-118After trading up to get Williams with the 45th overall selection, the Patriots decided to trade down from their 64th pick — despite plenty of players to address potential needs still being on the board. New England, however, felt that a trade presented the better value and received two selections from the Seahawks. Seattle, meanwhile, invested pick number 64 in wide receiver D.K. Metcalf.Patriots trade 3-73 and 6-205 to the Bears for 3-87, 5-172 and a 2020 4th round pickNine picks after trading down for the first time, the Patriots again opted to move down the board when they sent the 73rd overall selection and a sixth-round compensatory pick to the Chicago Bears. In return, New England received three draft choices: a third-round and a fifth-round pick this year as well as a fourth-rounder in 2020. Chicago invested the highest of the selections involved in running back David Montgomery.Patriots draft DE Chase Winovich: 3-77New England drafted its third player with one of the two picks originally acquired through the trade-down with the Seahawks: at 77 overall, the Patriots brought Michigan’s Chase Winovich on board. An outstanding athlete that had tremendous production in college, the 24-year-old will get a chance to carve out a role on his new team’s defensive edge rotation. Playing alongside Michael Bennett, Deatrich Wise Jr. and John Simon Womens Jacob Bailey Jersey , Winovich gives the Patriots depth and a young developmental option.Patriots draft RB Damien Harris: 3-87After adding to what is already the deepest position on defense — cornerback — in round two, New England picked a player for the deepest position on offense in round three: Alabama’s Damien Harris was made the 87th overall pick of the draft and will join a talented running back corps led by Sony Michel, James White and Rex Burkhead. Given his nature as a versatile downhill runner, Harris will likely join the rotation as the 1B option alongside Michel on early downs and short-yardage situations.Patriots trade 3-97 and 5-162 to the Rams for 3-101 and 4-133New England was not done trading, and also opted to move out of the 97th spot. The club sent the pick, which later turned into offensive tackle Bobby Evans, to the Los Angeles Rams alongside the previously acquired 162nd selection. In return, the Patriots received the 101st overall pick and a fourth-rounder. All in all, a good move for the club.Patriots draft Yodny Cajuste: 3-101With the second-to-last pick of the day, the Patriots again drafted a player: West Virginia offensive tackle Yodny Cajuste. Addressing a major need, Cajuste will serve as the third tackle alongside presumed starters Isaiah Wynn and Marcus Cannon. A developmental option, he could fill the backup swing tackle role previously held by LaAdrian Waddle — and maybe even take over for Cannon one day. 鈥媁ith 1:50 left in a snowy game in Foxboro on January 19th 2002, one franchise was changed forever. Everyone knows that the Patriots benefited greatly from the “Tuck Rule,” but may there be a team besides the Raiders that missed a great opportunity? Sitting in my usual seat in the north end zone, I watched Brady drop back to pass Authentic Jacob Bailey Jersey , I saw Woodson coming from behind, and I saw Greg Biekert fall on the ball just before Jermaine Wiggins could get there. The unbelievable run that the Patriots were on was finally over. Then someone amazing happened, the call was reversed.It was an unreal moment, but as we approach the first game against Buffalo this season, I started to think about what would have happened if the play had never been reversed, and how both teams playing this Monday night may be drastically different if it did not. 鈥婤efore we talk about what would have happened if it wasn’t overturned, let’s look at some possible scenarios as to why.First there is the obvious one that Walt Coleman could have decided that it was a fumble and the Tuck Rule would not have been enforced, but this seems unlikely, because he has come out and said that it was an “obvious” call. So what if the play happened a few plays earlier, before the two minute warning? The Patriots were out of timeouts and would not have been able to challenge the play, and since it was called a fumble on the field, the Raiders would have been able to kill the rest of the clock, and send the Patriots packing.What if the music crew had not blasted “In The Air Tonight” by Phil Collins while Coleman was reviewing the play? I may not be able to prove that it made a difference, but something started happening when that song came on, I felt it Jacob Bailey Jersey Boys , and I would be willing to bet that anyone there that night would tell you the same thing. So what if any of these three things were different on the night of January 19th? Clearly the Patriots would not have won their first Super Bowl against the Rams, but would there have been bigger consequences?鈥婽he quarterback controversy had been brewing since Drew Bledsoe had come back to the team from the vicious hit that Mo Lewis inflicted in Week 2. I know that is hard to believe now, but people were split on who should start the Super Bowl after Brady went down in the AFC Championship and Bledsoe led them to a victory. So what if Bill had chosen wrong? What if he decided that he was going to go with the proven veteran over the young kid? What if the Patriots traded Brady to Buffalo instead of Bledsoe?I think that we can agree that both franchises would be very different now. Would Brady have led the Bills to the playoffs, something that Bledsoe, or any other quarterback before last year was able to do? Would Bledsoe have been able to lead the Patriots to wins in Super Bowls 38 and 39? Would the Patriots have won a Super Bowl at all? What about replacing Bledsoe?The Bills have had their challenges with quarterbacks. With Josh Allen still injured, the Bills are once again turning to Derek Anderson to start for them Monday night. Anderson is the 15th starting quarterback since the Bledsoe trade in 2002, if you count Matt Cassel, who played QB on the first play of the game with Taylor lined up at WR. They have drafted four quarterbacks in the first 3 rounds, E.J. Manuel, J.P. Losman, Trent Edwards, and Allen this year.But what about the Patriots? Had they traded Brady, they would’ve needed to replace Bledsoe eventually. They’ve actually taken quite a few quarterbacks that didn’t work out in the draft, but the obvious success of Jimmy Garoppolo, Jacoby Brissett Infant Kendarius Webster Jersey , and Matt Cassel could convince you they would’ve figured it out, but they’ve drafted some pretty bad quarterbacks since 2001. Think Kevin O’Connell and Ryan Mallet, both fourth round picks.鈥婲ow there is no telling what would have happened if Brady was in that deal instead of Bledsoe. Maybe he would have never succeeded under Gregg Williams, and with the curse that seems to be hanging over the Bills. Maybe Bledsoe would have been great, and Belichick would have molded him to his system, and then found a competent replacement for him when he retired. Or maybe the fortunes of these two franchises would be flipped, with the Bills being perennial winners of the AFC East, and the Patriots going through seven head coaches and being the last NFL team to make the playoffs this century.All I know is that, as a Patriots fan, I am happy we never had to find out.Pat is one of the hosts of the Patriot Nation Podcast Interact with him on Twitter @plane_pats

EAGAN Laquon Treadwell Jersey , Minn. (AP) — Two years away from free agency, Adam Thielen was among the best bargains in the NFL.Facing a tight salary cap situation, the Minnesota Vikings could have waited to reward Thielen, their two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver who was tied for fourth in the league with 113 receptions last season.Waiting, and creating potential tension with team cornerstones, hasn’t been their approach. So the Vikings and Thielen agreed to a four-year, $64 million contract extension last week.“It shows what type of organization this is,” Thielen said this week as players began their first round of organized offseason workouts. “They’re not here to lowball people. They’re not here to take advantage of people. They want to reward the people that helped this football team win games and, ultimately, they want to win games. That’s probably one of the biggest reasons that I want to be here for a long time, because I want to win games. I guess it just shows what this organization is about and how they treat their players.”Thielen, the famously undrafted player from Division II Minnesota State who had the third-most receptions in franchise history last year, signed for an annual average of $16 million on his new deal that is the sixth highest among NFL wide receivers. He can earn as much as $73 million with incentives over the life of the contract covering the 2021-24 seasons.This was the latest move by Minnesota general manager Rick Spielman to maintain the foundation — mostly drafted-and-developed players — of a roster with a recharged Super Bowl aspiration. Thielen’s extension followed those given to wide receiver Stefon Diggs, defensive end Danielle Hunter and linebacker Eric Kendricks in the past year.The Vikings have thus created an environment, particularly on defense, built on remarkable continuity in a league that’s constantly turning over. The front office hasn’t shied away from extensions a year or more before free agency Womens Xavier Rhodes Jersey , and the players have shown a willingness to stay and forgo the chance to test an open market.“I feel like we just love playing with each other,” Kendricks said. “We know what kind of group we have. We have each other’s backs. I take a lot of trips with these guys in the offseason, and we just enjoy being together, working together. We know what we’re all chasing. I feel like it says a lot about what we’ve got.”Linebacker Anthony Barr was an outlier among recent high draft picks, in 2014, by the Vikings who hit free agency without an extension. He even agreed to join the New York Jets before reconsidering and staying where his heart was for a little less money.“I sent him a text like, ‘Hey, it’s going to be weird not playing with you,’ and he was like, ‘Just wait a second,'” said Kendricks, who has been a teammate of Barr’s since college at UCLA. “I’m like, ‘Oh, I see.’ Everything kind of played out how it did. Couldn’t be happier.”Barr’s decision even struck the typically stoic Harrison Smith. Speaking to reporters this week, the Pro Bowl safety choked up and acknowledged being surprised by the emotion he felt.“He’s one of my best friends,” said Smith Ben Gedeon Jersey , another high draft pick, in 2012, who never hit free agency. “Honestly, I wanted him to go get as much money as he could make. Pro sports, it’s how things happen. I obviously wanted him here, as well. So, I wasn’t going to be upset one way or the other. It’s an emotional game, and you make friendships, and you make plays together, and you’re pumped for the guy next to you. It’s why I play.”The feeling is mutual around the team’s facility.Tight end Kyle Rudolph said this week he’d be willing to restructure his contract to help the team’s salary cap situation and thus avoid being released. Defensive end Everson Griffen, the longest-tenured member of the team as a 2010 draft pick, already did that last month. Taking a pay cut was not his preference, of course, but the support he received from the team while taking a leave for mental health issues sure made it easier to stay.“They took care of me and they treated me like family,” Griffen said. “I’ve been here for 10 years. I’ve played good football for them, and I felt like they handled the situation that I was in perfectly. They took me under their wing. They made sure I had everything lined up http://www.thevikingslockerroom.com/authentic-mackensie-alexander-jersey , and it was a good thing. I just want to repay that. It’s always bigger than football.” NEW ORLEANS 鈥?The New Orleans Saints and former Minnesota Vikings interior offensive lineman Nick Easton have agreed on a four-year contract.More Vikings coverageMinnesota Vikings 2019 NFL draft capsulesVikings take fliers on CB Boyd, WR Mitchell, WR Johnson, LS Cutting in seventh roundVikings use sixth round to draft DT Watts, S Epps, OT UdohVikings draft USC linebacker Cameron Smith in fifth roundVikings trade up in fourth round, draft guard Dru SamiaEaston’s agent, Joe Linta, confirmed the deal on Twitter on Sunday night . Easton became a free agent after spending the 2018 season on injured reserve, following neck surgery. He was Minnesota’s starter at left guard in 2017, after being acquired in a trade with San Francisco in 2015.Easton, who went undrafted out of Harvard, is a natural center who could fill the retiring Max Unger’s spot in the middle for the Saints. The Saints also signed running back Latavius Murray away from the Vikings in free agency last week.Easton’s departure leaves the Vikings with only one guard, Danny Isidora, currently on the roster.