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4 weeks ago

Vikings place LB Ivan Pace on injured reserve and sign LB Jamin Davis off Packers practice squad

EAGAN, Minn. — Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. has been placed on injured reserve after hurting his hamstring Sunday in a 30-27 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears. The Vikings also activated outside linebacker Gabriel Murphy from injured reserve and signed linebacker Jamin Davis off the Green Bay Packers practice squad. Davis had joined the Packers practice squad Oct. …

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3 months ago

Mike McGlinchey is on IR so Alex Palczewski is set for 1st NFL start after 65 starts at Illinois

Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Undrafted second-year tackle Alex Palczewski is preparing for his first NFL start after the Denver Broncos placed starting right tackle Mike McGlinchey on injured reserve Monday with a knee injury. Palczewski, who started 65 games over six seasons at the University of Illinois, was one of four undrafted free agents who made the Broncos’ 53-man roster coming …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Jaguars cut WR Zay Jones, clearing a path to potentially sign five-time Pro Bowler Jarvis Landry

Associated Press

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars released veteran receiver Zay Jones on Tuesday, dumping him five days after drafting LSU’s Brian Thomas Jr. with the 23rd overall pick and a day after agreeing to bring five-time Pro Bowler Jarvis Landry in for rookie minicamp. Jones, who has 3,028 career receiving yards and 18 touchdowns in seven years with Buffalo, Oakland/Las …

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8 months ago

Minnesota’s Naz Reid wins NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award, edging Malik Monk in close vote

Associated Press

NEW YORK — Naz Reid was having a productive season as a reserve when the Minnesota Timberwolves needed him in the starting lineup while playing without All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns. Reid was rewarded with the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year on Wednesday, edging Sacramento’s Malik Monk in a close vote to become the third undrafted player to win the award …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

It’s not just Purdy. Several late picks and undrafted players make an impact for Chiefs and 49ers

Associated Press

LAS VEGAS — If you’re the last player picked in the NFL draft, at least you get a nickname — Mr. I got it,’” said Kansas City guard Nick Allegretti, who was taken in the seventh round in 2019. Irrelevant to Super Bowl starting quarterback is one of the main subplots of this year’s game, but a handful of other …

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1 year ago

Inside Tommy DeVito mania: How Giants QB’s life has gone ‘past a dream. It’s a fantasy’

New York Times

Tom DeVito knew the moment might come, but there was nothing he could do to prepare himself for it. “When they announced him last and the ovation he got, that was it for me.” GO DEEPER The legend of Tommy DeVito grows in win over Packers: Giants QB is a 'stone-cold killer' Tom always believed that if his son got …

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1 year ago

Two undrafted players, an unbreakable bond and the NFL’s top backfield

New York Times

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Seated side-by-side on padded tables in the trainer’s room, they began to understand one another, two testaments to resilience. After seeing the disconcerting report, Mostert says, “I didn’t even want to meet him.” Ingold was adopted by a loving, stable family that lived a short drive from Lambeau Field. “They genuinely love the game, which is …

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1 year, 1 month ago

How Antonio Pierce went from undrafted player to Super Bowl champ to Raiders interim coach

New York Times

Antonio Pierce’s former coaches all made sure to tune in and watch the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday — because they all knew what he was going to do. “When you’ve been a player, you can see through the eyes of the players you’re coaching and you know how they feel because you’ve felt that before,” Edwards said. “Everyone respects …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Jets trade WR Mecole Hardman to Chiefs, per source: Why New York agreed to the deal

New York Times

By Dianna Russini, Zack Rosenblatt and Nate Taylor Hardman previously spent four seasons with the Chiefs after they selected him in the second round of the 2019 draft. Why New York agreed to the trade The Jets signed Hardman in free agency with the hopes that he could turn into a better, more athletic version of Braxton Berrios. Hardman spent …

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1 year, 3 months ago

‘Hard Knocks’ recap: Aaron Rodgers gets feisty as others fight for Jets roster spots

New York Times

The first three episodes of “Hard Knocks” focused on New York Jets stars Aaron Rodgers, Sauce Gardner and Garrett Wilson, plus coach Robert Saleh’s oratorical abilities. This season of “Hard Knocks” hasn’t gotten much into the personal lives of the players, but Tuesday’s episode at least did shift the focus to some different personalities, including one player who has emerged …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Chargers surprise by keeping two undrafted free agents; QB Max Duggan cut ... for now

LA Times

Chargers quarterback Max Duggan looks to pass against the Rams in a preseason game. “He came in and earned a spot.” Fullback : Zander Horvath Wide receiver : Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, Joshua Palmer, Quentin Johnston, Derius Davis After much speculation that the Chargers would keep six wide receivers, they instead went with five, cutting both Keelan Doss and John …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Hollinger: My favorite way-under-the-radar guys from Las Vegas Summer League

New York Times

The first weekend of NBA Summer League brought us perhaps the most entertaining matchup of the entire event, as top pick Victor Wembanyama went shot for shot with … Michael Devoe? In came Devoe, an undrafted 23-year-old southpaw from Georgia Tech, fresh off a season in which he averaged 6.7 points per game with a 9.8 PER for the Clippers’ …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Ranking the Patriots’ undrafted rookies: Who has the best shot to make the team?

New York Times

As the calendar flips to July and training camp nears, prepare to frequently hear about one of the most oft-repeated Patriots streaks. GO DEEPER Mueller: Identifying each AFC East team's biggest concern from a GM's perspective The Patriots gave Cunningham an unprecedented $200,000 guaranteed — that’s more than some sixth-round picks get and the most the Patriots have ever given …

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1 year, 6 months ago

49ers’ 53-man forecast: The backup QB battle and what to do with Jack Colletto

New York Times

How many starting spots are up for grabs for the 49ers? GO DEEPER Ranking the 49ers’ undrafted rookies, led by the most versatile player in college football Colletto would be valuable at fullback for the 49ers only if Juszczyk got injured. GO DEEPER Ranking the 49ers’ undrafted rookies, led by the most versatile player in college football Defensive line Nick …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Caleb Martin’s rise to NBA Finals latest Miami Heat undrafted success story

The Hindu

Caleb Martin was undrafted coming out of college. “I definitely reflect on where I started and the journey it’s taken to get here, and even as early as the two-way last year,” Martin said. Miami’s player development program — taking players that other teams overlooked, finding their strength, figuring out how to implement it into the Heat system and then …

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1 year, 7 months ago

2023 NFL best UDFA fits: One undrafted prospect to watch on each roster

New York Times

At some point during NFL Draft weekend, the dreaded “maybe it’ll be better if you don’t get picked” discussion begins for a few overlooked prospects. Another big, powerful receiver from Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss offense, Heath also played in Mike Leach’s system — he transferred from Mississippi State in ’22. GO DEEPER Beat writers’ favorite NFL Draft picks: One intriguing …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Eagles post-draft depth chart: D’Andre Swift among new additions likely to start

New York Times

It’s true that a post-draft depth chart can be incomplete, considering the Philadelphia Eagles added key starters such as James Bradberry and C.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Quez Watkins, Olamide Zaccheaus, Britain Covey, Devon Allen, Tyrie Cleveland, Greg Ward Analysis: The Brown-Smith combination can stack up with any team in the NFL, although it was a mild surprise that the Eagles …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Ranking 49ers’ undrafted rookies, who are led by do-everything Jack Colletto

New York Times

The 49ers plan to sign at least 11 undrafted free agents this week, including the most versatile player in college football this past season, a tailback who ran wild against Notre Dame and an offensive lineman whom The Athletic’s Dane Brugler thought was worthy of a fifth-round pick. He also took a lot of snaps at tight end during those …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Ranking the Raiders’ undrafted rookies, led by a pair of offensive linemen

New York Times

HENDERSON, Nev. — Undrafted free agents are often brushed aside as insignificant, but that’s a falsehood. Just last year, for example, the Raiders had two UDFAs — linebacker Luke Masterson and cornerback Sam Webb — make the 53-man roster after training camp. McClendon Curtis, OL, Chattanooga Curtis is a 6-5, 324-pound offensive lineman with long arms, impressive strength and versatility …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Money talks! Austin Reaves shoots for the stars, but will Lakers foot the bill?

Hindustan Times

In a season filled with ups and downs for the Los Angeles Lakers, one player has emerged as a shining star. Austin Reaves, an undrafted free agent, has proven himself as a capable NBA player in just his second season, averaging an impressive 17.1 points and 5.7 assists per game since the All-Star break. But as Reaves heads towards restricted …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Vikings agree to terms with ex-Rams WR Powell, LB Reeder

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms Wednesday with two free agents: wide receiver Brandon Powell and linebacker Troy Reeder. Powell played the past two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams and had 24 catches for 156 yards in 2022. Reeder, who has 25 career starts in 66 games, made the Rams as an undrafted free agent out …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Titans hire Brinker away from Packers as new assistant GM

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans announced Tuesday the hiring of Chad Brinker as assistant general manager. Brinker, who spent the past 13 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, joins general manager Ran Carthon, hired last month, in the Titans’ front office. “He has touched every facet of the personnel department – working in pro personnel, college scouting, cap management …

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2 years ago

Anthony Brown is testament to Ravens’ approach to signing undrafted rookies

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Ravens vs. Titans in London for Week 6 NFL action. Anthony Brown knew where he’d stand on the Baltimore Ravens’ quarterback depth chart if he signed with the team back in April as an undrafted rookie free agent. Members of former or current undrafted free-agent classes who contributed to the win in Pittsburgh included …

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2 years, 4 months ago

Titans shuffling O-line with undrafted guard, FCS tackle

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Titans coach Mike Vrabel says Aaron Brewer is tougher than a $2 steak as the undrafted offensive lineman from Texas State tries to become Tennessee’s new left guard. “I feel like it’s my job, and I feel like I got to win every day,” Brewer said. I have to earn it every day.” Radunz has the same …

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Vikings place LB Ivan Pace on injured reserve and sign LB Jamin Davis off Packers practice squad

Mike McGlinchey is on IR so Alex Palczewski is set for 1st NFL start after 65 starts at Illinois

Jaguars cut WR Zay Jones, clearing a path to potentially sign five-time Pro Bowler Jarvis Landry

Minnesota’s Naz Reid wins NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award, edging Malik Monk in close vote

It’s not just Purdy. Several late picks and undrafted players make an impact for Chiefs and 49ers

Inside Tommy DeVito mania: How Giants QB’s life has gone ‘past a dream. It’s a fantasy’

Two undrafted players, an unbreakable bond and the NFL’s top backfield

How Antonio Pierce went from undrafted player to Super Bowl champ to Raiders interim coach

Jets trade WR Mecole Hardman to Chiefs, per source: Why New York agreed to the deal

‘Hard Knocks’ recap: Aaron Rodgers gets feisty as others fight for Jets roster spots

Chargers surprise by keeping two undrafted free agents; QB Max Duggan cut ... for now

Hollinger: My favorite way-under-the-radar guys from Las Vegas Summer League

Ranking the Patriots’ undrafted rookies: Who has the best shot to make the team?

49ers’ 53-man forecast: The backup QB battle and what to do with Jack Colletto

Caleb Martin’s rise to NBA Finals latest Miami Heat undrafted success story

2023 NFL best UDFA fits: One undrafted prospect to watch on each roster

Eagles post-draft depth chart: D’Andre Swift among new additions likely to start

Ranking 49ers’ undrafted rookies, who are led by do-everything Jack Colletto

Ranking the Raiders’ undrafted rookies, led by a pair of offensive linemen

Money talks! Austin Reaves shoots for the stars, but will Lakers foot the bill?

Vikings agree to terms with ex-Rams WR Powell, LB Reeder

Titans hire Brinker away from Packers as new assistant GM

Anthony Brown is testament to Ravens’ approach to signing undrafted rookies

Titans shuffling O-line with undrafted guard, FCS tackle