Atlanta Falcons RB Brian Hill was praised by head coach Dan Quinn for his performance in practice. ‘He is 100 percent a guy on a mission,’ Quinn said. ‘You see his speed at practice, his ability to catch has certainly improved.’
Monthly Archives: August 2020
Seahawks | Greg Olsen’s preparation paying off
Seattle Seahawks TE Greg Olsen’s work with QB Russell Wilson this offseason is evident in practice, according to head coach Pete Carroll. ‘I’m really, really fired up about Greg,’ Carroll said.
Dolphins | DeVante Parker in rhythm with QB
Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker is ‘showing off great chemistry’ with QB Ryan Fitzpatrick during training camp, according to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com.
Jaguars | Taven Bryan injured Saturday
Jacksonville Jaguars DT Taven Bryan (leg) suffered a leg injury during 11-on-11 drills in practice Saturday, Aug. 22. He was treated on the side before leaving the field under his own power.
Lions | Kerryon Johnson comfortable with brace
Detroit Lions RB Kerryon Johnson said he has become comfortable playing with a brace on his right knee. ‘So that’s just the new me,’ Johnson said. ‘I’m the knee-brace guy, everybody jokes about it. It feels great. I like having the knee brace on. It helps me out a lot.’
Raiders | Las Vegas to add Kyle Emanuel
Free-agent LB Kyle Emanuel (Chargers) agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders Saturday, Aug. 22, according to a source.
Packers | Solid start for Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Green Packers Packers WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling has put together two straight strong practices, head coach Matt LaFleur said Saturday, Aug. 22.
Saints | Tre’Quan Smith to be involved?
New Orleans Saints WR Tre’Quan Smith is ‘an important part’ of the team’s offensive plans, according to head coach Sean Payton.
Giants | Daniel Jones bulked up
New York Giants QB Daniel Jones added muscle this offseason, increasing his playing weight from 220 pounds to 229 pounds. ‘Obviously, he’s a guy that during the pandemic, he didn’t take time off,’ head coach Joe Judge said.
Raiders | More third downs for Josh Jacobs?
Las Vegas Raiders RB Josh Jacobs needs to be ‘more on the field on third down’ this year, according to head coach Jon Gruden.