Former Washington Redskins defensive backs coach Ray Horton had a specific name in mind when asked for a comparison for new Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar. His answer was a name those in Seattle are exceedingly familiar with. “To me, it would be Richard Sherman,” Horton said, via Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times “Because [more] … [Read more...] about Ray Horton compares Quinton Dunbar to “a young Richard Sherman”
Archives for March 2020
Sheldon Day, DeForest Buckner bringing SB LIV chip on shoulder to Indy
Defensive linemen Sheldon Day and DeForest Buckner were members of the 49ers when they last played in a game and that game ended poorly for them as the Chiefs rallied for a comeback win in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LIV. Day and Buckner will be on the same team the next time they [more] … [Read more...] about Sheldon Day, DeForest Buckner bringing SB LIV chip on shoulder to Indy
NFL schedule will be released no later than May 9
During a recent visit to PFT Live, Peter King argued that the schedule for the 2020 season should not be released until after the draft and the league appears to agree with him. NFL executive vice president Jeff Pash said on a Tuesday conference call that the NFL schedule will be released no later than [more] … [Read more...] about NFL schedule will be released no later than May 9
Las Vegas could host 2022 draft
Las Vegas won’t host the 2020 draft as scheduled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The NFL instead will hold a made-for-TV virtual draft April 23-25. It stands to reason that Las Vegas will get another chance at a later date. NFL Executive Vice President Peter O’Reilly said on a conference call Tuesday that the league [more] … [Read more...] about Las Vegas could host 2022 draft
NFL will play international games, unless medical experts tell them not to
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, the NFL is planning to go forward with plans to play four games in London and one in Mexico City this season. League officials said on a conference call with the media today that they are planning to play the full season as scheduled, and that includes all of the previously [more] … [Read more...] about NFL will play international games, unless medical experts tell them not to
Adam Vinatieri hasn’t made a decision about continuing to play
Adam Vinatieri ended the 2019 season on injured reserve because of a knee injury that required surgery and it remains unknown if the veteran kicker plans to play again. That was the word from Colts head coach Frank Reich during a Tuesday conference call. Reich said he has not spoken to Vinatieri in some time, [more] … [Read more...] about Adam Vinatieri hasn’t made a decision about continuing to play
Cardinals have had contract discussions with DeAndre Hopkins
The Texans didn’t want to give DeAndre Hopkins a raise, which led him to become a Cardinal. The Cardinals, it seems, are far more open to the idea. Via Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic, Cardinals chairman Michael Bidwill said General Manager Steve Keim has had discussions with the representatives for his new wide receiver [more] … [Read more...] about Cardinals have had contract discussions with DeAndre Hopkins
Teams preparing for virtual offseason programs
Owners were told Tuesday that teams will hold “virtual offseason programs” in place of on-field work. Zoom, a video conferencing platform, likely will facilitate the film study and position group meetings. It will be like the 2011 lockout, only different. In 2011, coaches had no contact with players, but players had off-site facilities where they [more] … [Read more...] about Teams preparing for virtual offseason programs
Nate Ebner feels for Olympians who have to wait at least another year
New Giants defensive back Nate Ebner made the Olympic team in 2016, competing in rugby. He wasn’t on Team USA for 2020, but Ebner feels for those who were. The 2020 Summer Games were pushed back to 2021. “Yeah, I mean, I just hope it doesn’t get postponed for another year or canceled,” Ebner said [more] … [Read more...] about Nate Ebner feels for Olympians who have to wait at least another year