Seattle Seahawks wide receivers coach Dave Canales is expected to be named the team’s quarterbacks coach, according to The Sporting News’ Alex Marvez.
Monthly Archives: January 2018
Giants | NYG hires Thomas McGaughey
The New York Giants hired Thomas McGaughey (Panthers) as their special teams coordinator on Wednesday, Jan. 24.
Saints | Nick Fairley contract update
New Orleans Saints DT Nick Fairley (heart) remains at odds with the team over the four-year contract he signed with the club last March. Both Fairley and the Saints have filed grievances against each other, and general manager Mickey Loomis indicated that no resolution has been reached nor is there a timetable for one. It also remains unclear if Fairley will attempt to resume his playing career.
Texans | Romeo Crennel officially DC again
Updating a previous report, Houston Texans assistant head coach Romeo Crennel has officially added the title of defensive coordinator. Crennel was the team’s DC from 2014 to 2016 before stepping into a modified role last season.
Packers | Kevin King expected to be fully healthy
Green Bay Packers CB Kevin King (shoulder) is expected to make a full recovery from his December surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder.
Eagles | Nick Foles improves on deep ball
Philadelphia Eagles QB Nick Foles was 2-for-13 during the regular season and first postseason game on throws of 20 yards or more prior to the club’s NFC Championship win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Jan. 21, in which he finished 4-for-5 on such passes for 172 yards.
Jets | Josh McCown close to 100 percent
New York Jets QB Josh McCown (hand) said his broken left hand that he sustained in the club’s Week 14 matchup against the Denver Broncos is still ‘healing up’ and that he’s just ‘a few weeks away’ from being 100 percent.
Patriots | ‘Overall feel’ is Rob Gronkowski will play
New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (concussion) appears to be on track to play in Super Bowl 52 on Sunday, Feb. 4, against the Philadelphia Eagles, as the ‘overall feel’ in the locker room is that he’ll be in the lineup when the game kicks off, according to Dianna Russini of ESPN.com.
Cardinals | Arizona expected to hire Mike McCoy
The Arizona Cardinals are expected to hire former Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Mike McCoy as their new offensive coordinator, according to a source.
Texans | Deshaun Watson continues to make progress
Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson (knee) continues to be ahead of schedule in his rehab from a torn anterior cruciate ligament, and head coach Bill O’Brien said he hopes Watson will be able to participate in some drills during offseason workouts.