Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Jameis Winston can improve on his technique and accuracy because he completed only 58.3% of his passes in 2015, according to quarterback coach Mike Bajakian.
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Buccaneers | OC had questions about Jameis Winston
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Todd Monken said he was not a big fan of QB Jameis Winston when he entered the NFL, but his opinion has changed after working with him this offseason. Monken said the passing game needs to improve under Winston because it was inconsistent in 2015. ‘I think from the outside you would’ve looked at it with all the things that were publicized in the past about him and who he is. I was dead wrong. He wants to win as much as we do. He’s a competitive joker, man, he’s smart, he’s intelligent … you can win a lot of games with guys like that,’ Monken said.
Footballguys View: Winston has high football character and IQ and he clearly already has the Bucs behind him, even down to the coaches. He should take a step forward in his second year if his receivers and tight ends can stay healthy, and he has also been reunited with his college kicker Roberto Aguayo after vouching for him before the Bucs traded back up into the second round to get him.
Eagles | Jordan Hicks limited Tuesday
Philadelphia Eagles LB Jordan Hicks (leg) was limited during practice Tuesday, May 17, because of tightness in his legs.
Dolphins | Jay Ajayi pulling away from RBs
Miami Dolphins RB Jay Ajayi has been performing well during workouts this offseason and has separated himself from the other running backs on the roster, according head coach Adam Gase. ‘He’s been one of those guys he’s been here every day. He’s done everything right. You can tell he’s looking to improve. He doesn’t say much, just keeps working,’ Gase said. ‘The rest of that group has done a good job to try and keep up with him, but obviously he’s kind of separated himself from that group as far as the consistency of what he does day in and day out.’
Ravens | Zach Orr could start in 2016
Baltimore Ravens LB Zach Orr is the leading candidate to start at inside linebacker in 2016, but he will have to win the job during training camp. LBs Arthur Brown and Albert McClellan could also be options for the job, but the team may also consider signing a veteran free agent if no one on the roster is able to handle the job.
Cowboys | Jaylon Smith will be used in middle
Dallas Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith (knee) will be used at middle linebacker when he is healthy enough to play.
Browns | Josh McCown performing well
Cleveland Browns QB Josh McCown has performed well during organized team activities this week and appears to have a good grasp on the new offense.
Browns | Dennis Parks signed
Free-agent LB Dennis Parks (Packers) signed with the Cleveland Browns Friday, May 20. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The Browns also placed PK Jaden Oberkrom on the Reserve/Retired list.
Bears | Chicago to use committee backfield
Chicago Bears RB Jeremy Langford will battle with RBs Jordan Howard, Ka’Deem Carey and Jacquizz Rodgers for touches in a crowded backfield during offseason workouts. Head coach John Fox is intent on running with a committee approach after the departure of RB Matt Forte. Langford has a leg up after scoring seven touchdowns in his rookie season. However, he had only 3.6 yards per carry and 1.13 yards after contact, which ranked second to last out of 47 players with 100 carries, according to ESPN Stats and Information. Langford must also work on improving his hands after struggling with drops in 2015. Howard’s bruising style appeals to the team as a complement to Langford’s speed. Carey is the only back that wasn’t acquired by the current coaching staff, and he’s being pushed to become more versatile and to play better on third downs. Rodgers it the veteran and could be trusted more than any other rusher on third downs early in the year.
Bears | Chicago to use committee backfield
Chicago Bears RB Jeremy Langford will battle with RBs Jordan Howard, Ka’Deem Carey and Jacquizz Rodgers for touches in a crowded backfield during offseason workouts. Head coach John Fox is intent on running with a committee approach after the departure of RB Matt Forte. Langford has a leg up after scoring seven touchdowns in his rookie season. However, he had only 3.6 yards per carry and 1.13 yards after contact, which ranked second to last out of 47 players with 100 carries, according to ESPN Stats and Information. Langford must also work on improving his hands after struggling with drops in 2015. Howard’s bruising style appeals to the team as a complement to Langford’s speed. Carey is the only back that wasn’t acquired by the current coaching staff, and he’s being pushed to become more versatile and to play better on third downs. Rodgers it the veteran and could be trusted more than any other rusher on third downs early in the year.