Philadelphia Eagles WR Chris Givens has put in a solid offseason so far and could challenge WRs Josh Huff, Nelson Agholor and Rueben Randle for playing time, according to CSNPhilly’s Dave Zangaro. Givens is known for his deep-threat ability, but Zangaro said Givens has also impressed with his underneath routes so far.
Monthly Archives: June 2016
Dolphins | Miami to consider two safeties
Free-agent FSs Louis Delmas (Dolphins) and Antrel Rolle (Bears) will be considered by the Miami Dolphins if SS Reshad Jones continues to hold out, or if there is an injury at the position.
Texans | Kevin Johnson progressing
Houston Texans CB Kevin Johnson (wrist, foot) is not yet running, but he is making steady progress in his recovery from offseason foot surgeries. Johnson has added muscle this offseason, too, and said he is trying to get healthy, bigger, stronger and faster.
Falcons | Austin Hooper to participate in minicamp
Atlanta Falcons TE Austin Hooper will take part in the club’s mandatory minicamp beginning Tuesday, June 14. He was unable to participate in three weeks of organized team activities because Stanford’s academic calendar had not been completed.
Giants | Andre Williams quicker during OTAs
New York Giants RB Andre Williams appeared quicker and more fluid after transforming his body in the offseason, and he caught the ball out of the backfield well, according to NJ.com’s James Kratch.
Lions | Matthew Stafford will still let it fly
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford completed a career-best 67.2% of his passes during the 2015 season, but offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter still wants to utilize Stafford’s big arm and gunslinger mentality.
Falcons | Fewer touchdowns recently for Julio Jones
Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones scored 18 touchdowns on 133 catches through the first two seasons of his career, and over the past three years, he has caught just 16 touchdowns on 281 receptions.
Giants | Victor Cruz hopes to practice during minicamp
New York Giants WR Victor Cruz (calf) has made significant strides over the past three months and is optimistic he could practice in the individual portions of workouts during minicamp this week.
Raiders | Derek Carr taking next step
Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr is taking the next step and taking command of the offense, WR Michael Crabtree said.
Raiders | Derek Carr taking next step
Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr is taking the next step and taking command of the offense, WR Michael Crabtree said.