Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Steve Wilks was hired for the same role by the University of Missouri on Thursday, Jan. 21. It had been previously reported that Wilks would not return to Cleveland for the 2021 season.
Monthly Archives: January 2021
Saints | Adam Trautman in line for bigger role?
New Orleans Saints TE Adam Trautman was the highest rated run blocker among qualifying tight ends in 2020, according to Pro Football Focus.
Football Team | Jennifer King’s role expanding
Washington Football Team assistant coach Jennifer King is expected to be named a full-time assistant in 2021, according to league sources.
Vikings | Justin Jefferson among most efficient
Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson’s 2.66 receiving yards per route ranked second to Green Bay Packers WR Davante Adams among receivers who ran 150 or more routes this season.
Packers | Davante Adams owns the red zone
Green Bay Packers WR Davante Adams led the NFL with 23 red zone receptions and 14 red zone touchdowns in 2020, and his 46 red zone touchdowns since 2016 are 17 more than any other player.
Jaguars | James Robinson carried the load
Jacksonville Jaguars RB James Robinson ranked sixth among running backs with 641 snaps played in 2020 despite missing the final two games with an ankle injury.
Titans | Derrick Henry a battering ram
Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry led all running backs with 75 forced missed tackles this season, and his 1,490 rushing yards after contact were the most in the league.
Chargers | Justin Herbert cool under pressure
Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert was pressured on 230 dropbacks in 2020, the second most of any quarterback, and he recorded a league-best 99.4 passer rating on those plays.
Packers | Aaron Rodgers deadly downfield
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers led the NFL with 1,242 yards on passes thrown more than 20 yards downfield during the 2020 season.
Steelers | Aviante Collins visits
Free-agent OT Aviante Collins (Vikings) recently met with the Pittsburgh Steelers.