Los Angeles Chargers WR Mike Williams (back) is dealing with some soreness in his lower back and won’t be rushed back to practice, according to head coach Anthony Lynn.
Monthly Archives: May 2017
Raiders | Derek Carr eyeing extension
Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr wants to work out a contract extension this offseason, and general manager Reggie McKenzie said he is confident that a deal will be agreed upon. ‘We’re going to do everything to make sure this contract gets done,’ McKenzie said.
Eagles | LeGarrette Blount likes new QB
Philadelphia Eagles RB LeGarrette Blount said QB Carson Wentz is ‘one of those guys you want to build a team around’ and ‘has the potential to be a really special player.’
Steelers | Jesse James to be No. 1 tight end
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Jesse James will be the ‘main guy’ at the tight end position this year, according to ESPN’s Adam Caplan.
Vikings | Michael Floyd to practice soon
Minnesota Vikings WR Michael Floyd will begin practicing next week after having the remainder of his 96-day house arrest transferred from Arizona to Minnesota, according to a league source.
Bengals | Jox Mixon’s versatility praised
Cincinnati Bengals RB Joe Mixon’s versatility will make it harder for defenses to know what the offense is doing, according to QB Andy Dalton.
Buccaneers | Mike Evans pumped for DeSean Jackson
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans said it will be ‘awesome’ to play with WR DeSean Jackson, and he believes they ‘could be one of the best tandems in the league.’
Footballguys View: Evans is a tremendous receiver and Jackson – even if the current version is a shadow of the younger one – should draw sufficient attention to give Evans more room to produce yards and touchdowns. Add in another year of experience for Jameis Winston and Evans’ value continues to trend upward.
Broncos | Jamaal Charles not a lock for roster
Denver Broncos RB Jamaal Charles has a 50 percent chance to make the 53-man roster, according to beat writer Mike Klis.
Seahawks | Eddie Lacy has more incentives
Seattle Seahawks RB Eddie Lacy can earn $1.3 million if he rushes for at least 1,200 yards this season. Rushing for a minimum of 800 yards will cash him in for $250,000, 900 yards will be $500,000, 1,000 yards will be $750,000 and $1,100 yards would earn him $1 million. He has already gained $55,000 for not exceeding 255 pounds.
Seahawks | Eddie Lacy has more incentives
Seattle Seahawks RB Eddie Lacy can earn $1.3 million if he rushes for at least 1,200 yards this season. Rushing for a minimum of 800 yards will cash him in for $250,000, 900 yards will be $500,000, 1,000 yards will be $750,000 and $1,100 yards would earn him $1 million. He has already gained $55,000 for not exceeding 255 pounds.