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Tracking all QBs signed before Colin Kaepernick
Brandon Weeden is the latest free-agent acquisition to raise eyebrows over Colin Kaepernick's unemployment status.Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/colin-kaepernick-tracker-qbs-signed-kap-140205008.html?src=rss
Catch of the day: Diggs, Thielen go deep to lift Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings haven't had a player with 1,000 yards receiving since Brett Favre's sensational season in 2009. Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen are on track this year to give them two. Making difficult catches in tight sideline coverage or breaking open underneath the secondary, Diggs andSource: https://sports.yahoo.com/catch-day-diggs-thielen-deep-lift-vikings-203647911--nfl.html?src=rss
How the 0-4 Chargers in 1992 turned it around under coach Bobby Ross and made the playoffs
Bobby Ross talked about that day in Houston 25 years ago with an inflection in his voice, the kind you'd use when remembering, say, your worst bout of food poisoning. “Horrible,” he said. “We didn't score a point.” The 1992 San Diego Chargers had lost four games in a row, the most recent a 27Source: http://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/la-sp-chargers-bobby-ross-20171006-story.html?src=rss
Rams' Joyner likely to miss 2nd straight game
Alden Gonzalez ESPN Staff Writer Close Joined ESPN in 2016 to cover the Los Angeles Rams Previously covered the Angels for MLB.com Follow on Twitter THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- Los Angeles Rams defensive back Lamarcus Joyner will probably miss his second consecutive game against the Seattle Seahawks onSource: http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/20937602/lamarcus-joyner-los-angeles-rams-likely-second-straight-game?src=rss
NFL will change rule that banned some rookies from OTAs. It’s about time.
A well-intentioned, but outdated rule kept rookies from a handful of schools from participating in OTAs. The NFL will finally change a rule that barred rookies from participating in organized team activities (OTAs) if their school was still in session, according to Pro Football Talk. While the ruleSource: https://www.sbnation.com/2017/10/6/16430584/ota-rule-change-rookies-draft-quarter-system?yptr=yahoo?src=rss
Marquette King fined $9,115 for unsportsmanlike conduct
The NFL fined Raiders punter Marquette King $9,115 for unsportsmanlike conduct. King attempted a fake punt on fourth-and-11 on his own 33 late in the third quarter Sunday. After he was tackled for a 3-yard loss, King threw the football into the back of Broncos special teamer Andy Janovich. OfficialsSource: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2017/10/06/marquette-king-fined-9115-for-unsportsmanlike-conduct/?src=rss
Field vision: Emmitt Smith's eyes, new app let a blind fan 'watch' a Cowboys game
Pete Lane sees a small, pixelated figure whenever he thinks of Emmitt Smith. He sees a short and stout teenager wearing a blue Florida Gators jersey, dashing his way atop a grassy field. He doesn't see the "E. Smith" of a Dallas Cowboys uniform, or his favorite running back kissing theSource: https://www.dallasnews.com/life/healthy-living/2017/10/06/field-vision-emmitt-smiths-eyes-new-app-let-blind-fan-watch-cowboys-game?src=rss
Eagle Eye: Carson Palmer, Larry Fitzgerald Still A Lethal Duo
Since Bruce Arians took over as head coach out in the desert before the 2013 season, the Eagles have faced off against the Arizona Cardinals three times. The Eagles are 1-2 in those games, with the lone win taking place right here in Philadelphia. During that time span, the Cardinals have followed AriansSource: http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Eagle-Eye-Carson-Palmer-Larry-Fitzgerald-Still-A-Lethal-Duo/c3cbca80-ee4d-44db-aa23-340e5b97d485?src=rss
Tom Silverstein's NFL picks: Week 5
Journal Sentinel and PackersNews.com beat reporter Tom Silverstein will make his picks for every game throughout the NFL season. Also check out our NFL stats pages for a live scoreboard, team-by-team injury reports and more odds information on the games. THURSDAY Patriots at Buccaneers Patriots by 5.Source: http://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/06/tom-silversteins-nfl-picks-week-5/740865001/?src=rss
Was the Patriots' win over Buccaneers impressive or lucky?
NFL Network's Judy Battista, Charley Casserly and Steve Wyche discuss if the New England Patriots' win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was impressive or lucky.Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/patriots-win-over-buccaneers-impressive-201918262.html?src=rss
Cowboys list Sean Lee, Tyron Smith, La’el Collins as questionable
The Cowboys list six players as questionable for Sunday’s game, including both starting offensive tackles, All-Pro linebacker Sean Lee and two cornerbacks. Owner Jerry Jones said on his weekly radio show on 105.3 The Fan that he expects left tackle Tyron Smith to play. Smith popped up on the injury reportSource: https://sports.yahoo.com/cowboys-list-sean-lee-tyron-201752779.html?src=rss
Ty Montgomery doubtful, Davante Adams questionable for Sunday
Packers running back Ty Montgomery said it was “going to be up to me” if he plays against the Cowboys this Sunday and the Packers think that Montgomery will opt not to play a little more than a week after breaking his ribs against the Bears. Montgomery was a limited participant in practice all threeSource: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2017/10/06/ty-montgomery-doubtful-davante-adams-questionable-for-sunday/?src=rss
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix fined $24,309 for hit on Josh Bellamy
Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan's illegal hit that drew a one-game suspension was the most talked-about penalty of last week's Packers-Bears game, but it wasn't the only hit that drew the NFL's ire. Packers defensive back Ha Ha Clinton-Dix has been fined $24,309 for a hit on Bears receiverSource: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2017/10/06/ha-ha-clinton-dix-fined-24309-for-hit-on-josh-bellamy/?src=rss
Final Thoughts: Coping With Injuries, Favorable Matchups & Other Thoughts
FRISCO, Texas – This is a bit of a new feeling. After successfully beating the Chicago Bears in Week 3, the 2016 Dallas Cowboys were never again in danger of dipping below .500. In fact, from September to December of last year, they didn't lose a single game. Things change, obviously, and no to seasonsSource: http://www.dallascowboys.com/news/2017/10/06/final-thoughts-coping-injuries-favorable-matchups-other-thoughts?src=rss
Coach Del Rio Wraps Up "Fast Friday"
Coach Del Rio Wraps Up "Fast Friday" Raiders Head Coach Jack Del Rio addressed the media on Friday as the Raiders prepare for the Baltimore Ravens.Source: http://www.raiders.com/media-vault/videos/Coach-Del-Rio-Wraps-Up-Fast-Friday/3c4380ba-e4f3-4e89-93e0-d75f497a7306?src=rss
Antonio Brown will remain at punt returner vs. Jaguars
has confirmed that he will resume his duties as Pittsburgh's punt returner for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Chris Adamski of the Tribune Review. Brown replaced Eli Rogers as the Steelers' punt returner last Sunday after Rogers fumbled a punt in Pittsburgh's Week 3 loss to theSource: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/antonio-brown-will-remain-at-punt-returner-vs-jaguars/?src=rss
Kenny Britt doubtful for Sunday's game with the Jets
-- It looks like Hue Jackson is not going to have to bench wide receiver Kenny Britt after all. The Browns receiver is listed as doubtful after sitting out practice all week with a knee and groin injury. In four games, Britt has eight receptions for 121 yards (15.1 avg.) with one touchdown. He alsoSource: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/kenny-britt-doubtful-for-sundays-game-with-the-jets/?src=rss
Panthers place Hall on injured list, bring safety up from practice squad
The Carolina Panthers' defensive end group won't be getting any younger. Rookie edge rusher Daeshon Hall was placed on injured reserve Friday with a knee injury that has sidelined him the past three weeks. With their safety position depleted by injury, the Panthers signed Dezmen Southward fromSource: http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/nfl-blog/article177480716.html?src=rss
Golladay, Worrilow lead Lions' injury list for Sunday vs. Panthers
Allen Park — The Lions' injury report is lengthy heading into Sunday's game with the Carolina Panthers. The team has ruled out three players – wide receiver Kenny Golladay (hamstring), linebacker Paul Worrilow (knee) and running back Dwayne Washington (quad). Additionally, eight players, includingSource: http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/06/golladay-worrilow-lead-lions-injury-list-sunday-vs-panthers/106374104/?src=rss
LB Jamie Collins cleared of concussion protocol
Jamie Collins has made it through the NFL's concussion protocol, head coach Hue Jackson revealed Friday. Collins had missed the past two games. It is unknown how much he will practice Friday. Despite his return, Jackson lists the linebacker as Doubtful for Sunday's game. Jackson typically likesSource: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/lb-jamie-collins-cleared-of-concussion-protocol/?src=rss
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