Arizona Cardinals DL Robert Nkemdiche has ‘changed … for the good’, according to teammate and veteran DE Frostee Rucker. Nkemdiche began showing up at the team’s facility to work out shortly after the end of last season and he is among the defensive linemen getting in extra technique and conditioning work after the coaches head inside following that day’s OTA.
Monthly Archives: May 2017
Lions | Jake Rudock impressive at OTAs
Detroit Lions QB Jake Rudock has bulked up to 215 pounds and impressed head coach Jim Caldwell during organized team activities Thursday, May 25, with stronger, crisper throws than last year. ‘He’s thrown the ball better,’ Caldwell said. ‘Not to say that he was throwing it poorly before, but he’s better.’
Saints | Josh LeRibeus works out at center
New Orleans Saints OG Josh LeRibeus took snaps with the first-team offense at center during organized team activities Thursday, May 25, while C Max Unger (foot) continues to recover from surgery to repair a space in the Lisfranc area of his foot. In addition to LeRibeus, OT Senio Kelemete and C Jack Allen could also see time at center during Unger’s absence.
Steelers | Martavis Bryant works with first-team
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Martavis Bryant worked with the first-team offense during OTAs and ‘looked great on the field while showing a more mature demeanor,’ according to a team source.
Redskins | Kirk Cousins working on timing
Washington Redskins QB Kirk Cousins is still adjusting to throwing jumps ball and back-shoulder fades to WR Terrelle Pryor, according to head coach Jay Gruden.
Texans | DeAndre Hopkins learning from Wes Welker
Houston Texans WR DeAndre Hopkins said it has been great learning from assistant coach Wes Welker.
Chiefs | Tyler Bray could remain backup QB
Kansas City Chiefs QB Tyler Bray will have a chance to remain the backup quarterback despite the presence of QB Patrick Mahomes, head coach Andy Reid said Thursday, May 25.
Dolphins | Laremy Tunsil ready to play left tackle
Miami Dolphins OT Laremy Tunsil said he learned a lot playing left guard last season but is happy to be switching back to left tackle because it is his ‘natural spot.’
Buccaneers | Nick Folk pushing Roberto Aguayo
Tampa Bay Buccaneers PK Nick Folk connected on all five of his field goal attempts during OTAs Friday, May 26, and Roberto Aguayo made at least four of his five attempts.
Eagles | Nelson Agholor turning a corner
Philadelphia Eagles WR Nelson Agholor has benefited from the offseason additions to the receiving corps, according to head coach Doug Pederson. ‘As I’ve said all along, competition, man, sharpens you,’ Pederson said Tuesday, May 23. ‘And that’s what I’ve seen from Nelson. He’s done a great job already this spring.’