Giants | Devonta Freeman nearing deal with NYG
Free-agent RB Devonta Freeman (Falcons) reportedly agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract with the New York Giants on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
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Giants | Saquon Barkley lands on IR
New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee Tuesday, Sept. 22. CB Ryan Lewis was elevated from the practice squad to take Barkley's spot on the roster.
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Titans | A.J. Brown uncertain for Week 3
Tennessee Titans WR A.J. Brown (knee) appears to be questionable at best to return from a bone bruise in his knee in time to play in Week 3 against the Minnesota Vikings, according to comments made by receivers coach Rob Moore.'When he does get back, whether it's this week or next week, he has to prepared and ready to go from a mental standpoint. He can't lose that edge that he got in training camp,' Moore said.
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Buccaneers | Rob Gronkowski not high on food chain
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski received four targets in the first two games, which head coach Bruce Arians said wasn't a surprise. 'We're not throwing the ball 50 times to the tight ends,' Arians said. 'That's what we have receivers for, that's the way our offense is built. Gronk's playing great run blocking in the fourth quarter, so I'm not concerned with his pass catches or his targets.'
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Broncos | Blake Bortles headed to Broncos
Free-agent QB Blake Bortles (Rams) is signing a one-year deal with the Denver Broncos this week. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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Rams | Malcolm Brown had surgery
Los Angeles Rams RB Malcolm Brown (finger) had surgery to repair his left pinkie finger Monday, Sept. 20, but he's expected to play in Week 3.
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Raiders | Jason Witten doesn't do much
Las Vegas Raiders TE Jason Witten posted one grab for three yards on his only target in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints.
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Raiders | Henry Ruggs III not terribly involved
Las Vegas Raiders WR Henry Ruggs III posted one reception for four yards on three targets in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints.
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Raiders | Josh Jacobs held out of the end zone
Las Vegas Raiders RB Josh Jacobs rushed 27 times for 88 yards in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints and he added three catches for 17 yards on his three targets.
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Raiders | Derek Carr tosses three touchdowns
Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr completed 28-of-38 passes for 282 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints.
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Saints | Emmanuel Sanders mostly invisible
New Orleans Saints WR Emmanuel Sanders registered just one catch for 18 yards on three targets in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Saints | Tre'Quan Smith steps up with five grabs
New Orleans Saints WR Tre'Quan Smith posted five receptions for 86 yards on seven targets in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders, leading all wide receivers in yardage.
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Saints | Alvin Kamara visits end zone twice
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara rushed 13 times for 79 yards and two touchdowns and he also added team highs with nine receptions, 95 yards and nine targets in Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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Jets | Chris Hogan should be available for Week 3
New York Jets WR Chris Hogan (rib) did not suffer any broken ribs during the Week 2 game and should be available to play in Week 3, according to a source.
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Seahawks | Phillip Dorsett to miss another game
Seattle Seahawks WR Phillip Dorsett (foot) is still dealing with his foot injury and will not be able to play in Week 3, according to head coach Pete Carroll.
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Rams | Malcolm Brown to play in Week 3
Los Angeles Rams RB Malcolm Brown (finger) will be available to play in Week 3 even though he suffered a fractured pinky during the Week 2 game.
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Source: footballguys.com