NFL Player News - Week of January 12th

**mpaschal34** · 01-12-15, 12:14 AM

Wallace has to be gone after his decision of not wanting to play in the 2nd half of week 17. Some of these idiots just don't understand the opportunities they have.

**Wrigley** · 01-12-15, 05:29 AM

Mike Wallace is a cancer to any team needs a attitude check

**LT Profits** · 01-12-15, 10:52 AM

DAL - QB Tony Romo played with finger injury
Source: The Dallas Morning News - Rainer Sabin
Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo (finger) said he played the divisional-round playoff game against the Green Bay Packers with damaged ligaments in his left ring finger.
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Romo has certainly showed his toughness this year. He has played with a back injury for most of the season and now this.
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GB - QB Aaron Rodgers expects to be limited
Source: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) said he doesn't expect to be fully healthy for next weekend's conference title game against the Seattle Seahawks, but he said he will play in the game.
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We're not shocked here. Rodgers will be limited, and the Packers will take it easy on him as they get ready for a big game in Seattle.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning undecided on future
Source: The Denver Post
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning said he will have to take some time to see how he feels before deciding whether or not he plays next season.
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This of course is not official but there's been rumblings that some folks feel that Manning could be done. Stay tuned.
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IND - WR Reggie Wayne not a factor
Source: ESPN.com
Indianapolis Colts WR Reggie Wayne had no catches and was targeted just once in the team's 24-13 win over the Denver Broncos in the divisional round of the playoffs Sunday, Jan. 11.
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Wayne has seen better days. He's not the same player he used to be, and Wayne is going to be a free agent in 2015. Wayne would like to stay with the team, but that's no guarantee. We can't imagine the market being white hot for his services.
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IND - Dan Herron shows versatility
Source: ESPN.com
Indianapolis Colts RB Dan Herron ran 23 times for 63 yards and a score and added eight catches for 32 yards in the team's 24-13 win over the Denver Broncos Sunday, Jan. 11.
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Herron was used in many different ways against the Broncos. While the overall numbers are not overwhelming, he did do enough to keep the chains moving on multiple plays.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning struggles in loss
Source: ESPN.com
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning completed 26 of his 46 pass attempts and finished with 211 yards and one touchdown in a 24-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in the divisional round of the playoffs Sunday, Jan. 11.
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We might have seen the last of Peyton Manning in a Broncos uniform and in the NFL. At his post-game press conference, Manning was non-committal when asked if he was going to return in 2015.
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SEA - Torn ACL for WR Paul Richardson
Source: ESPN.com - Terry Blount
Seattle Seahawks WR Paul Richardson (knee) will miss the remainder of the playoffs and could miss the start of next season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the divisional round of the playoffs Saturday, Jan. 10.
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Bad news for the rookie receiver here. He missed the 2012 season at Colorado with a knee injury, and Richardson was known to have durability issues in college before that. We'll see if he can come back at some time next year. The Seahawks could put him on PUP at the beginning of the 2015 season.
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GB - Quiet game for WR Jordy Nelson
Source: ESPN.com
Green Bay Packers WR Jordy Nelson finished with just two catches on five targets for 22 yards in a 26-21 win over the Dallas Cowboys in the divisional round of the playoffs Sunday, Jan. 11.
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The Cowboys worked diligently to slow down Nelson, and it worked. However, the other assets in the Packers passing game were able to come through in the victory.
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DAL - RB DeMarco Murray solid in loss
Source: ESPN.com
Dallas Cowboys RB DeMarco Murray had 25 carries for a game-high 125 yards and a score in a 26-21 loss to the Green Bay Packers in the divisional round of the playoffs Sunday, Jan. 11.
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Murray did everything he possibly could to help the Cowboys. In the end, it wasn't enough for Dallas to come out victorious.
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GB - QB Aaron Rodgers shines despite injury
Source: ESPN.com
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) threw for 316 yards and three scores in a 26-21 win over the Dallas Cowboys in the divisional-round playoff game Sunday, Jan. 11.
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Rodgers was dealing on Sunday afternoon. His calf injury didn't seem to bother him that much, and he had a ton of success throwing the ball. Rodgers didn't do anything on the ground (four attempts, minus-4 yards rushing) against the Cowboys.
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BAL - WR Torrey Smith wants to stay in Baltimore
Source: CSNBaltimore.com - Bo Smolka
Baltimore Ravens WR Torrey Smith said he wants to stay with the team and that he would love to have a deal signed before he becomes a free agent in March.
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Smith is a fantastic deep target, but his production has lacked consistency in the pros. We can't imagine the market being white hot for his services, and he's certainly not a candidate for the franchise tag (should be around $12 million for WRs). We'll see if the Ravens find a way to come to an agreement with the veteran receiver.
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IND - RB Trent Richardson inactive
Source: USA TODAY Sports - Lindsay H. Jones
Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson has been ruled inactive for the Divisional Round playoff game against the Denver Broncos.
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Even when he's active, he's inactive. In all seriousness, Richardson has been a huge disappointment during his time with the Colts. The former third overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft has struggled to stay healthy and productive as a pro.
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MIA - No pay cut for WR Mike Wallace
Source: The Miami Herald - Armando Salguero
Miami Dolphins WR Mike Wallace is not willing to accept a pay cut this offseason, according to a source.
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He doesn't want to take a pay cut, but that doesn't mean it won't happen. Wallace is scheduled to count $12.1 million against the salary cap in 2015. The Dolphins still owe him $9.6 million in dead money. Post June 1st, that amount would fall to $5.2 million.
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BAL - WR Steve Smith plans to return
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Aaron Wilson
Baltimore Ravens WR Steve Smith plans to play next season, according to a source.
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Smith might have been contemplating retirement earlier in his career, but that's not the case now. His time with the Ravens has rejuvenated Smith, and he was on fire to begin the 2014 season. Smith's production trailed off as the season went on, but he should still be counted on 2015 as Torrey Smith is a free agent.
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Source: footballguys.com

**LT Profits** · 01-13-15, 11:54 AM

Tuesday Update

GB - QB Aaron Rodgers feeling better
Source: ESPNMilwaukee.com - Jason Wilde
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) is feeling better than he did at this point last week, according to head coach Mike McCarthy.
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Smoke Screen? Or Real info? If true, this is good news for the Packers. However, Rodgers is still going to be limited during the week of practice leading up the NFC Championship game. He'll have to be ready to take a beating against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning decision has target window
Source: ESPN - Andrew Brandt
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning's $19 million salary for 2015 becomes guaranteed March 9.
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Manning's quad injury that was revealed as more severe than originally thought sheds a lot of light on what we saw from the veteran quarterback. He has to pass a physical for that money to be fully guaranteed this year, but at this point in his career Manning is not concerned with money. In fact, the Broncos could be asking Manning to take a pay cut if they want to go after some high-dollar free agents.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning has torn quadriceps
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning (quadriceps) played Sunday, Jan. 11, and the final month of the season, with a torn right quadriceps muscle, according to two sources.
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There's some discussion about "torn" vs "strained" here. But just watching Manning it was easy to see that something was wrong. Many mistakenly put the blame on his lack of arm strength when in fact it was his leg failing him. A healthy Manning probably looks a lot better than he did over the last few weeks of the season and in the postseason.
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NE - RB LeGarrette Blount in line for big game?
Source: ESPN.com
New England Patriots RB LeGarrette Blount ran for 166 yards and four touchdowns against the Indianapolis Colts in the playoffs last year, and RB Jonas Gray ran for 201 yards and four scores in Week 11.
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The Colts struggle to stop the run, and the Patriots can run the ball all day if they want. At home, we're expecting the Patriots to dominate the AFC Championship.
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SEA - RB Marshawn Lynch likes scoring at home
Source: ESPN.com
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch has scored 11 of his 13 rushing touchdowns at home this season, including two in a Week 1 win over the Green Bay Packers.
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The Packers are going to have their hands full with Lynch. He's the centerpiece of the Seahawks offense, and Lynch will be used to grind down the Packers defense.
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DEN - WR Wes Welker's targets fall off
Source: The Boston Globe - Ben Volin
Denver Broncos WR Wes Welker was targeted 64 times in 14 games this season after being targeted 110 times in 13 games the previous season.
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Welker's role was minimized in Denver this year. The emergence of Emmanuel Sanders, plus the Broncos switch to a run-heavy offense, caused the change. Welker is likely done with the Broncos, and he enters free agency in 2015.
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BUF - RB C.J. Spiller happy about Rex Ryan hire
Source: NFL.com - Kevin Patra
Buffalo Bills impending free-agent RB C.J. Spiller said he likes the team's hiring of head coach Rex Ryan, because Ryan likes to run the ball and have a physical offense.
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Spiller is a free agent this year, and there's no guarantee that he'll return to the Bills. We'll have to wait and see what happens once free agency opens up. The market is unlikely to be on fire for Spiller's services. He's talented, but the oft-injured back has failed to perform up to expectations after being selected in the first round of the 2010 NFL draft.
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SEA - Kevin Norwood to have bigger role?
Source: ESPN.com - Terry Blount
Seattle Seahawks WR Kevin Norwood will likely have a bigger role in the offense after the season-ending injury to WR Paul Richardson (knee). Norwood had nine catches for 102 yards this year, but he was inactive for the teams' divisional round win.
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Norwood is a good player who runs strong routes and has very good hands. He's quicker than fast, and Norwood could develop into a strong pro.
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IND - QB Andrew Luck hasn't beaten Pats
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Wells
Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck is 0-3 and has thrown eight interceptions in his three career games against the New England Patriots. “I’d like to think I’m a better quarterback and we’re a better team and more well-equipped to handle the unknown and the unforeseen,” said Luck, who threw for 303 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in a 42-20 loss to the Patriots at home Nov. 16.
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We'll see if Luck can actually get it done this week in Foxborough. The Colts are playing hot right now, and Luck will certainly go down swinging in the AFC Championship game.
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NE - QB Tom Brady lethal on quick throws late
Source: Boston Herald - Jeff Howe
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady was 16-for-16 for 148 yards and two touchdowns in the second half of the AFC divisional-round playoff game Sunday, Jan. 11, when he threw the ball within 2 seconds of the snap.
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Brady was 4th in the NFL this year with an average time before pass (TBP) of 2.34 seconds. The average for the entire league is 2.53 seconds.
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MIA - WR Mike Wallace quit multiple times
Source: The Miami Herald - Armando Salguero
Miami Dolphins WR Mike Wallace has reportedly quit on the team multiple times this season. He told his position coach before halftime of the season finale, and later repeated it to his head coach, that if he wasn't getting the football thrown to him, there was no need for him to play. He allegedly did the same thing in Week 15 against the New England Patriots.
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Making $17 million in 2014 wasn't enough for Wallace. He wants the ball more--and that's not a bad thing--but there are proper ways to go about getting it. We'll see if the two sides part ways at some point before the start of the 2015 season.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning tanks on lengthy throws
Source: Colts.com - Kevin Bowen
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning was 2-for-12 on passes that traveled 15 yards or more Sunday, Jan. 11, in the divisional-round playoff loss.
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Manning was awful in the loss to the Colts. He's been basically playing on one leg with a quadriceps injury. We'll see if he wants to come back and try to get to the Super Bowl again in 2015.
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GB - RB Eddie Lacy misses time
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Lori Nickel
Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy (asthma) missed most of the second quarter of the NFC divisional-round playoff game Sunday, Jan. 11, due to an asthma attack.
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Lacy is going to be key for the Packers if they want to beat the Seahawks on Sunday. His hammering style is a must to soften up the tough Seattle front.
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Source: footballguys.com

**BeanTownClown88** · 01-13-15, 11:57 AM

lmao @ if the ball isn't getting thrown to him, then there's no reason to play...is he really that much of an idiot, Mike Wallace?
Even if he runs around and attracted one of the top defenders or drawing double coverage, that's still impacting the offense and opens up opportunities.

Randy Moss did the same thing at the end of his time in NE and probably other places. Don't these guys realize it's a team and they can't be the spoiled brats that they were in college or high school? I wish the team said, if you're not willing to work then there is no point of us paying you.

Over paid wussy who will never win anything

**Otters27** · 01-13-15, 06:55 PM

Peyton Manning is done. Sad that they did not win a Superbowl but at least they made it.

**mr. leisure** · 01-13-15, 10:49 PM

Mike wallace is unbelievable

**MexicanStallion** · 01-13-15, 11:09 PM

Originally posted by Otters27

Peyton Manning is done. Sad that they did not win a Superbowl but at least they made it.

I'm thinking Manning comes back for one last season. He looked bad down the stretch, but maybe that injury was really hurting him too.

**mpaschal34** · 01-14-15, 12:07 AM

Originally posted by MexicanStallion

I'm thinking Manning comes back for one last season. He looked bad down the stretch, but maybe that injury was really hurting him too.

i think manning comes back mainly to pass favre for the passing yards record.

**LT Profits** · 01-14-15, 07:33 AM

I doubt Manning wants to end his career with an injury preventing him from playing at his best, I expect at least one more year.

**LT Profits** · 01-14-15, 02:18 PM

Wednesday Update

NYJ - Todd Bowles hired by Jets
Source: NFL.com - Chris Wesseling
Arizona Cardinals defensive coordinator Todd Bowles will be hired by the New York Jets for their head coaching position, a source involved in the process said Tuesday, Jan. 13. He is expected to officially sign a four-year deal Wednesday, Jan. 14.
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Bowles is on the other end of the personality spectrum from departed head coach Rex Ryan, but like Ryan, he's a highly regarded defensive mind. He guided the Cardinals to the #5 ranked defense for points allowed in the league during a season where they lost several starters.
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NO - RB Khiry Robinson missed opportunity
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Triplett
New Orleans Saints RB Khiry Robinson was slated to have his role increased before he suffered a fractured forearm midseason.
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Robinson should get an opportunity in 2015. Hopefully, he will stay healthy and play up to his potential if he does get a larger role. Mark Ingram is a free agent, so Robinson could enter training camp as the lead back for the Saints.
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DAL - ILB Mister Alexander, RB Ryan Williams signed
Source: NFL
Dallas Cowboys LB Mister Alexander and RB Ryan Williams signed Reserve/Futures contracts Tuesday, Jan. 13.
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We're still not ready to give up on Williams in super deep dynasty leagues. He was an amazingly talented runner during his time in college at Virginia Tech. If you've got the roster space in a deeper league, go ahead and hold on Williams if you can.
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DEN - Denver high on QB Brock Osweiler
Source: NFL.com - Chris Wesseling
Denver Broncos QB Brock Osweiler continues to receive high reviews inside the organization as the eventual successor to QB Peyton Manning, according to sources inside the organization. Osweiler has gone 100-for-170 for 1,089 yards (6.4 yards per attempt) and a four-to-five touchdown-to-interception ratio of 12 preseason games and some mop-up appearances in the regular season since being drafted in 2012.
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Dynasty owners take note here. Osweiler has the upside of a Ben Roethlisberger if he completely plays up to his potential. It's a longshot, but apparently the Broncos have liked what he's shown over the last three years.
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DEN - John Elway wants QB Peyton Manning back
Source: NFL.com - Chris Wesseling
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning will be given time to make up his mind on the future of his playing career, but general manager John Elway would very much like to have him return for the 2015 season and beyond. 'Just know how much we want you back, but the thing is for you to take the time and get away from this,' Elway said he told Manning. Elway will keep in touch with Manning over the next several weeks, and Manning will be 'involved in the process' of finding a new head coach.
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Manning is going to take some time off before he makes his decision about next year. If healthy, Manning could still be an effective starter to get you to the playoffs. Whether or not he could win another Super Bowl is unknown.
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SD - TE Antonio Gates still going strong
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune - Michael Gehlken
San Diego Chargers TE Antonio Gates put up a very strong year in 2014 despite being written off as being too old just several seasons earlier. 'I don't even understand,' offensive coordinator Frank Reich said last month. 'I don't understand how there's no physical drop-off in his game. None. I mean, I never saw him when he was 25, but what he does off the line of scrimmage, how crafty he is and the physical skill to execute how smoothly he runs -- maybe he slowed down, but I just don't see it. I don't see any dent in the armor.' Gates' contract runs through next season, and he plans to honor it. Gates passed Lance Alworth for the most receiving yards in franchise history this year, and he also became just the fourth tight end in history to move past 10,000 career receiving yards.
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Ladarius Green failed to emerge this year with the way Gates continues to play. He's a favorite target of Philip Rivers, and there's no need to think his play will drop off severely until we see more of a decline.
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BAL - TE Dennis Pitta to see specialists
Source: WNST
Baltimore Ravens TE Dennis Pitta (hip) will visit a couple specialists this week regarding his dislocated hip. Pitta says he's cautiously optimistic.
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The Ravens are going to be cautious with Pitta here. Head coach John Harbaugh has already expressed that Pitta is expected to make a full recovery and play again next season.
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DAL - ILB Sean Lee on schedule for normal offseason
Source: DallasCowboys.com - David Helman
Dallas Cowboys LB Sean Lee (knee) is likely on schedule to have a normal offseason, according to head coach Jason Garrett.
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The Cowboys defense was better than we thought they would be this year...and they did that without Lee. He's the best player they have on that side of the ball, so his return will greatly help their production.
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IND - Pats have run all over Colts
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Wells
New England Patriots RB LeGarrette Blount ran for 166 yards against the Indianapolis Colts in the divisional matchup between the two teams in 2013, and RB Jonas Gray slashed Indy for 201 yards on the ground this past November. The Patriots used an offense that featured a power-back look with a sixth offensive lineman against the Colts in November. 'As a defensive player, you don't want to ever have that happen again,' Colts DE Cory Redding said. 'We didn't have our best game. It's up to us to do what we've done the past few weeks, to make sure that never happens again.' New England rushed for just 14 total yards in their divisional win over the Baltimore Ravens last weekend, but they pretty much abandoned the run in the second half.
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Gray's game was epic...and he's barely been in the box score since that time. The Colts will again struggle to stop the Patriots on the ground. It could be a long day for the Colts defense in the AFC Championship Game.
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DAL - Franchise tag for RB DeMarco Murray?
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Archer
Dallas Cowboys RB DeMarco Murray, who will be a free agent this March, could receive a franchise or transition tag from the team if they reach a multi-year deal with WR Dez Bryant first. 'I'm not worried about my future,' Murray said. 'I just lost a big game, the biggest game of my life. Just not worried about it right now. Just relax with my family and get away from it for a little bit.'
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Murray is the biggest name free agent at the running back position. The Cowboys could prevent him from testing the open market by placing the franchise tag on him. The single-season number for a franchise-tagged back will be around $11 million in 2015. If tagged, Murray would have until mid-July to work out a new long-term contract with the team.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning confidant says he'll play
Source: Sports on Earth - Ross Tucker
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning will likely play in 2015, according to a source close to Manning. 'I think he'll be back,' the source said. 'He was just emotional after the game because of the disappointment of the loss and everything that went into it. He just needs to take a month off and get away from it all and he'll be fine.'
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Manning was certainly emotional--and non-committal-- after the loss to the Colts in the Divisional Round. Perhaps with some time away, Manning will decide to play football in 2015. His cap number is $21.5 million in 2015, and the team has until March before that number becomes guaranteed.
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SEA - WR Paul Richardson to IR
Source: The Seattle Times - Bob Condotta
Seattle Seahawks WR Paul Richardson (knee) was placed on season-ending injured reserve Monday, Jan. 12.
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A sad way for Richardson's rookie season to end. Richardson had a history of knee problems while in college at Colorado, and this injury could prevent him from being ready at the start of the 2015 season. His dynasty upside certainly takes a hit here. After so many knee problems, Richardson may never fully be able to develop into the player he could have been as a pro.
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Source: footballguys.com

**LT Profits** · 01-15-15, 02:18 PM

Thursday Update

NO - WR Marques Colston may be asked for pay cut
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune - Katherine Terrell
New Orleans Saints WR Marques Colston may be asked to take a pay cut this offseason, because he is scheduled to make $7 million in 2015 and count $9.7 million against the salary cap.
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Late season practice call-up Brandon Coleman has a similar skillset to Colston, and the Saints confidence in his development could be the denominator in this decision. Dynasty owners of both should stay tuned.
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GB - QB Aaron Rodgers not practicing
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Tom Silverstein
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) is not participating in practice Wednesday, Jan. 14.
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Rodgers can say that he's feeling better, but he is still materially injured and Seattle will put his mobility in the pocket under much more scrutiny than Dallas did.
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NFL - Brett Hundley entering draft
Source: ESPN - Adam Caplan
UCLA QB Brett Hundley has hired an agent and will enter the 2015 NFL Draft.
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Hundley has some intriguing traits, but he hasn't quite put it all together. He'll be in consideration outside of the top 5 or 10, but is no lock to be a first-round pick either and could be a polarizing prospect.
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BUF - QB EJ Manuel not guaranteed QB job
Source: New York Daily News - Manish Mehta
Buffalo Bills QB EJ Manuel will receive the opportunity to compete for the starting quarterback job but will not be given the job, according to head coach Rex Ryan.
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Manuel has a very similar skillset and weaknesses to Colin Kaepernick, who new Bills OC Greg Roman made a success (at least for a few years) in San Francisco. Manuel's value is up on these moves, but could dwindle back to near zero by the time the regular season starts if he can't show well in the competition.
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CHI - Kyle Shanahan could be option for OC
Source: Chicago Tribune - Dan Wiederer
Free-agent OC Kyle Shanahan (Browns) could be an option for the team's offensive coordinator if the team hires John Fox (Broncos) as the next head coach.
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Shanahan has been a creative offensive coordinator who has maximized his running game and QB abilities in his last two stops in Cleveland and Washington, and his dad has lots of experience with Jay Cutler. This would be a plus for Cutler, Matt Forte and the rest of the Bears offense's fantasy prospects.
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Source: footballguys.com

**LT Profits** · 01-16-15, 03:19 PM

Friday Update

GB - QB Aaron Rodgers limited in practice
Source: Packers.com
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 15.
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We saw that Rodgers managed last week dealing with this injury, even scrambling just a little bit. But that was after two weeks of rest. This week, he's coming off just one week. He was able to find his receivers, complete passes and did a good job even though he was limited in last week's game. We expect him to struggle more against the blitzing Seattle defense. We think his numbers will be down; in part because of pressure, in part because of his injury and in part because of Green Bay running the ball to take pressure off.
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GB - RB Eddie Lacy limited Thursday
Source: Packers.com - Mike Spofford
Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 15, with a sore knee, according to head coach Mike McCarthy. McCarthy said he thinks Lacy will be ready to play in the NFC Championship this weekend.
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Lacy isn't missing this game, so expect him to play and get a heavy load to take the pressure off Aaron Rodgers by keeping the defense honest. The Packers have a huge task in front of them, and the key to winning is using Lacy early and often. They need to soften up the Seahawks defense by running the ball and keeping pressure off Aaron Rodgers.
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GB - RB Eddie Lacy will be ready to go
Source: NFL.com
Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy (knee) will be ready to go for the NFC Championship game against the Seattle Seahawks this weekend after being limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 15, according to head coach Mike McCarthy. McCarthy said he was being conservative in limiting Lacy Thursday.
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The only was Lacy is missing this game is if he is kidnapped, but even then we'd expect him to show up dragging a chair he is handcuffed to, removing the blindfold as the game started. He should get leaned on quite a bit and while it won't be easy against the Seattle front seven, he should see success as long as Green Bay is committed to the run.
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SEA - RB Marshawn Lynch back at practice
Source: Packers.com
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) returned to a full practice Thursday, Jan. 15, after sitting out Wednesday, Jan. 14.
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Lynch is the battering ram for the Seattle offense. They'll be leaning on him in the NFC Championship Game against the Packers on Sunday.
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NE - WR Brandon LaFell limited again Thursday
Source: Patriots.com
New England Patriots WR Brandon LaFell (shoulder, toe) was limited in practice for the second straight day Thursday, Jan. 15.
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LaFell will play, but how involved he will be in the gameplan is uncertain. This is, after all, Bill Belichick and he always shifts away from what we expect.
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NE - QB Tom Brady practices in full
Source: Patriots.com
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (ankle) practiced in full for the second straight day Thursday, Jan. 15.
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We're not worried about Brady and we expect him to play well against a Colts secondary which looked better against the Broncos then they really are.
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DEN - Doug Marrone a head-coaching candidate?
Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis
Former Buffalo Bills head coach Doug Marrone is expected to be a candidate for the Denver Broncos' head-coaching position.
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He was red hot after he left Buffalo but the bloom has left the rose by now and we wouldn't be shocked if he didn't have a head coaching job come next season. He'd be an interesting fit for the Broncos, and might be a good choice to transition from Peyton Manning (whether he stays or not) to whatever comes next.
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DEN - Vic Fangio a head-coaching candidate?
Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis
Former San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is expected to be a candidate for the Denver Broncos' head-coaching position.
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Fangio is a good defensive coordinator, but a head coach? We're not sure about that. We'll see - the Broncos are keeping options open at this time.
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DEN - WR Emmanuel Sanders to play in Pro Bowl
Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis
Denver Broncos WR Emmanuel Sanders will play in the 2015 Pro Bowl is an injury replacement for Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (undisclosed).
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Congratulations to a player who won a lot of fantasy championships out there. Sanders had a heckuva year, but how effective will he be next season if Peyton Manning doesn't come back? Or Adam Gase is gone? The future is up in the air for the Broncos since they've been bounced from the playoffs and John Fox was fired.
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BUF - Buffalo would like RB C.J. Spiller back
Source: BuffaloBills.com - Chris Brown
Buffalo Bills impending free-agent RB C.J. Spiller is a player the Bills will try to re-sign this offseason, according to general manager Doug Whaley.
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Spiller may be attracted to a run-heavy offense like the one Rex Ryan is talking about. He has been very good when healthy and used correctly, but running backs aren't breaking the bank in free agency these days, so Buffalo might be the best option for him.
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CIN - QB Andy Dalton won't have competition
Source: Bengals.com - Geoff Hobson
Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton is not expected to enter next season with competition at quarterback, as the Bengals are not expected to draft another quarterback this year. “He’s our guy and we’re not going to shy away from that,” says offensive coordinator Hue Jackson of Dalton and quarterbacks coach Ken Zampese offers, “He was better with the intangibles this year and the ball was better coming out of his hand. You could see that right away when he came back from the last offseason.” Jackson is a fan of backup QB Jason Campbell, and the team was impressed with young QB A.J. McCarron.
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Nobody should be surprised here. The Bengals don't make changes quickly, so don't expect them to pull the rip cord on Dalton very soon. He's getting them to the playoffs, so they'll be content with that for a little longer and hope he learns not to implode in the postseason. He wasn't great this year in postseason play, but he wasn't the reason they lost (well, not all of it) either.
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BUF - Several coaching additions announced
Source: BuffaloBills.com
The Buffalo Bills have hired Bobby April III (Jets) as their linebackers coach, Karl Dunbar (Jets) as their defensive line coach, Tim McDonald (Jets) as their defensive backs coach, Eric Smith (Jets) as their assistant special teams coach, Tony Sparano Jr. (Jets) as their tight ends coach and Jeff Weeks (Jets) as their assistant defensive line coach.
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Rex Ryan's new coaching staff is taking shape with some interesting hires. Of course, the one which could matter most is Greg Roman, offensive coordinator. Ryan has always struggled with managing his offense, and if he doesn't get his choice of coordinator right, this will continue and could sink him in Buffalo as it did in New York.
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BAL - TE Owen Daniels hopes to re-sign with Ravens
Source: BaltimoreRavens.com - Garrett Downing
Baltimore Ravens impending free-agent TE Owen Daniels said he would like to re-sign with the Baltimore Ravens this offseason and believes he can play a few more seasons in the NFL.
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Daniels may not have a ton of options outside of Baltimore, and he was a decent fit in the offense. On the other hand, Dennis Pitta is still under contract and if he's OK coming back through injury, Daniels' impact will be minimal.
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BAL - RB Ray Rice grievance settled
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Aaron Wilson
Former Baltimore Ravens RB Ray Rice settled his grievance with the team Thursday, Jan. 15. Financial compensation was undisclosed.
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The way this has been handled by all parties has been pretty abysmal, so this is one step closer to closing the book on the whole mess. The next question here is whether or not Rice finds a team come this summer.
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DAL - Scott Linehan extended
Source: The Dallas Morning News - Rainer Sabin
Dallas Cowboys passing game coordinator Scott Linehan agreed to an undisclosed contract extension Wednesday, Jan. 14.
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Linehan did a fantastic job with Romo and the passing game in 2014. It was wise of the Cowboys to keep him around.
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Source: footballguys.com

**Robber** · 01-16-15, 04:07 PM

I read that Green Bay added lacy to the injury report

**LT Profits** · 01-16-15, 04:18 PM

Originally posted by Robber

I read that Green Bay added lacy to the injury report

Nothing to worry about, he will play and have his usual load (maybe more).

**Snowball** · 01-16-15, 05:48 PM

Dick LeBeau to Arizona ?

**LT Profits** · 01-17-15, 02:35 PM

Saturday Update

CHI - Chicago hires John Fox as head coach
Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis
The Chicago Bears have hired former Denver Broncos head coach John Fox as their new head coach, according to a source.
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Fox took the Broncos to the playoffs four years in a row as the AFC West division winner. He's a successful coach who is known as being player friendly. Fox can build a strong defense, but it will take a bit of time in Chicago. What we don't know is how he'll mesh with quarterback Jay Cutler.
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GB - QB Aaron Rodgers probable
Source: ProFootballTalk.com
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) is listed as probable for the team's NFC Championship game.
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He's not going to miss this game for any reason. However, he's not going to look like his normal self. This calf injury could limit how much (and how effectively) Rodgers scrambles to keep plays alive against the Seahawks.
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GB - RB Eddie Lacy probable
Source: Packers.com
Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy (knee) is listed as probable for the NFC Championship game. Lacy looks good, according to head coach Mike McCarthy.
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Lacy is the key player for the Packers this Sunday. If the Packers can smash box against the Seahawks, it will protect Aaron Rodgers as he deals with a calf injury. Lacy can wear down an opponent as the game goes on, and Seattle's defense can be run on if a team is willing.
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SEA - RB Marshawn Lynch probable against Packers
Source: Seahawks.com
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) practiced in full for the second straight day Friday, Jan. 16, and is probable for the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 18.
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Lynch is going to be ready to rock against the Packers on Sunday. They'll use him to soften up the Packers defense early and often.
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NYJ - RB Chris Johnson expected to be released
Source: New York Daily News - Manish Mehta
New York Jets RB Chris Johnson, who had just 663 rushing yards this year, is expected to be released this offseason. Johnson is due to make $4 million in 2015.
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Johnson has a base salary of $3.5 million, a bonus of $1.5 million and an option bonus of $250,000 due in 2015. At this point in his career, the Jets are unlikely to pay that kind of money for his services.
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NYJ - RB C.J. Spiller an option for Jets?
Source: New York Daily News - Manish Mehta
Buffalo Bills RB C.J. Spiller, who will be a free agent this offseason, could be eyeing a move to the New York Jets, where he could be reunited with his former offensive coordinator in Chan Gailey. “There is that familiarity between me and him in that offense,” Spiller said. “So that would be a perfect match. Who knows what can happen, but I’d be foolish not to have those guys on my list. I had my best years in the league with Chan. So it’d be dumb not to give it serious thought.”
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Spiller had 1,703 total yards, eight touchdowns and 43 catches in 2012 with Gailey. The Jets have Bilal Powell as an undrafted free agent in 2015, but Chris Johnson is no lock to make it through cuts. His salary cap hit is $5.2 million this year with around $1.7 million in dead money. Spiller could be had for a decent price on the open market this offseason.
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MIA - Owner unsure about WR Mike Wallace's status
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins WR Mike Wallace's status for next season is not known at this point, according to owner Stephen Ross. Ross said he is not sure if anyone in the organization knows if Wallace will remain with the team.
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Wallace had a $17 million cap hit in 2014, but that number drops to $12.1 million in 2015. He scored 10 touchdowns in 2014, but Wallace still seems to lack chemistry with quarterback Ryan Tannehill. Wallace is known as a speedy deep target, but his 12.8 yards per catch ranked 44th in the league last year. He ran 452 routes (31st) and was targeted 111 times (30th) in 2014 as well.
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NE - QB Tom Brady listed as probable
Source: WEEI.com - Christopher Price
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 16, and is listed as probable for the AFC Championship game.
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Brady will be ready to take on a Colts defense that knocked Peyton Manning out of the playoffs last week.
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NE - WR Brandon LaFell probable
Source: WEEI.com - Christopher Price
New England Patriots WR Brandon LaFell (shoulder, toe) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 16, and is listed as probable for the AFC Championship game.
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The Patriots may not need to stretch the field against the Colts on Sunday. He will be asked to help block for the ground game, and Tom Brady may toss him a few passes to keep the defense honest on the outside.
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IND - CB Vontae Davis, Greg Toler expected to play
Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler
Indianapolis Colts CBs Vontae Davis (knee) and Greg Toler (groin) were both limited in practice Friday, Jan. 16, and are questionable for the AFC Championship game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Jan. 18.
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Colts head coach Chuck Pagano expects both players to play against the Patriots. This is good news for a Colts secondary that will be facing Tom Brady on Sunday.
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DEN - DeMarcus Ware thinks Peyton will return
Source: USA TODAY Sports - Lindsay H. Jones
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning is believed to be leaning toward returning for another season, according to DE DeMarcus Ware. Ware said he has spoken to Manning since the team's divisional round loss to the Indianapolis Colts, and he's confident that Manning will return for another season. 'Me and Peyton will always talk back and forth about things. Now he's just looking forward to the next season and how we can get better,' Ware said. 'I think he'll be back. I feel like he still has a couple years in him.'
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Manning is going to take some time before he makes a decision about his future. Most around the team feel that he's going to make another run at a Super Bowl in 2015.
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DEN - May have interest in Kyle Shanahan
Source: NBC4 Washington - Dianna Marie Russini
Free-agent offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan may be getting interest from the Denver Broncos for a vacant coaching position, according to league sources.
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We're likely to see Shanahan as an offensive coordinator for the Broncos if Gary Kubiak is hired as the head coach. Kubiak is interviewing with the Broncos on Sunday, and we're expecting a decision some time soon after that.
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JAX - RB Greg Jones signed
Source: Jaguars.com
The Jacksonville Jaguars signed free-agent FB Greg Jones Thursday, Jan. 15. It was a one-day contract so Jones could officially retire as a Jaguar.
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Nice move here. Jones carved out a nice pro career after coming out of Florida State years ago. He won't show up much in the stat box, but Jones was a punishing fullback who could smash open holes for the back behind him.
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Source: footballguys.com

**LT Profits** · 01-18-15, 08:15 AM

Sunday Update

GB - QB Aaron Rodgers still dealing with pain
Source: FOXSportsWisconsin.com - Paul Imig
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (calf) said his calf injury was painful the entire game last weekend against the Dallas Cowboys and that it was a little worse after the team's win.
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Rodgers admitted that it's simply of matter of dealing with the pain, adding that he's having treatment around the clock and the calf will be good Sunday.
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SF - Mike Shanahan may be OC candidate
Source: NBC4 Washington - Dianna Marie Russini
Former head coach Mike Shanahan (Redskins) may be a candidate for the San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator job.
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This is Mike and not Kyle Shanahan. It would be interesting if the senior Shanahan went back to being an offensive coordinator. He won two Super Bowls as the head coach of the Broncos, but his time as Washington's head coach did not turn out well. We thought Shanahan would take some time off then get a head coaching gig, but perhaps he will start back at the coordinator level with his old team. He was the 49ers OC from 1992-94.
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NE - TE Rob Gronkowski plays well against Colts
Source: ESPN
New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski has 17 catches for 297 yards and one touchdown in four career games against the Indianapolis Colts. He has gained 71 yards after contact as well.
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Gronkowski plays well against everyone. He's nearly impossible to match up with in single coverage, so expect the Colts to put at least two defenders on the talented tight end. Even bracketing him with coverage may not be enough to slow him down...forget about shutting him down.
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BUF - Sanjay Lal hired
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Rodak
Former New York Jets wide receivers coach Sanjay Lal has signed a two-year deal to fill the same role with the Buffalo Bills Saturday, Jan. 17.
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The former UCLA/Washington WR has been in the league coaching on the offensive side of the ball since 2007. He'll now be in charge of budding star wideout Sammy Watkins.
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IND - RB Trent Richardson doesn't travel with team
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Aaron Wilson
Indianapolis Colts RB Trent Richardson (personal) did not make the trip to New England for the AFC Championship game.
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Richardson was a healthy scratch last week against the Broncos, and now he'll miss the AFC Championship. Behind Dan Herron and Zurlon Tipton on the depth chart, Richardson's game has fallen off more than ever this year. He's due to make $3.2 million (fully guaranteed), but we still think the Colts will consider releasing him.
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NYJ - CB Antonio Cromartie open to joining team
Source: NFL.com - Kevin Patra
Arizona Cardinals impending free-agent CB Antonio Cromartie said he would be open to signing with the New York Jets if he hits the free-agent market this offseason.
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Cromartie could go back to the Jets this offseason. He was a standout player with them from 2010-13. The Jets could certainly use all the help they can get in the secondary.
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Source: footballguys.com