Lions Derrick Barnes plays the SAM linebacker role in the Lions’ defense. Detroit OLB coach David Carrao explained that the position requires Barnes to have a lot of different responsibilities. “The role that SAM linebacker has, you see it on the game film, he’s stacked off the ball, he’s on the end of the line of scrimmage, he’s walked out in the slot. That’s a lot of … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Derrick Barnes, Carrington Valentine, Lions, Packers, Vikings
NFC Notes: Mecole Hardman, Grady Jarrett, Bears, Packers, Vikings
Bears Bears DT Grady Jarrett said DL Gervon Dexter has a high ceiling. Dexter responded by saying it’s time for potential to match production. “Now it’s time to put it together,” Dexter said, via Bears Wire. “That’s what it means to me. I appreciate those guys (the defensive line) helping me get to a point where I want to be. But yeah, it’s time to put it together now.” Dexter … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Mecole Hardman, Grady Jarrett, Bears, Packers, Vikings
NFL Transactions: Friday 7/18
49ers Placed G Ben Bartch and DB George Odum on the active/non-football injury list. Placed WR Brandon Aiyuk, G Andre Dillard, DE Yetur Gross-Matos, DB Malik Mustapha, WR Ricky Pearsall, and LB Curtis Robinson on the active/PUP list. Bills Signed second-round DL T.J. Sanders. Broncos Signed RB R.J. Harvey. Chargers Signed WR Tre Harris. Placed RB Najee Harris on the … [Read more...] about NFL Transactions: Friday 7/18
NFC Notes: Rome Odunze, D.J. Reed, Bears, Lions, Packers
Bears Bears WR Rome Odunze said that his eyes are set on earning a second contract in the NFL after being selected in the top 10 in 2024. “That moment is an awesome moment and something you definitely want to cherish,” Odunze said, via Bears Wire. “But you know, people sign more than one contract in the NFL, so I want to keep continuing to put that work in and continue to keep … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Rome Odunze, D.J. Reed, Bears, Lions, Packers
NFC Notes: Tucker Kraft, D.J. Moore, Bears, Packers, Vikings
Bears Bears WR D.J. Moore said he is adapting to HC Ben Johnson‘s intense style of coaching and believes that it makes everyone better who buys into it. “I don’t think it gets on your nerves,” Moore said, via Bears Wire. “It’s just more like, dang, you’ve got to look at deep down in yourself and be like, did I really mess up? Did I execute the play at the highest level that I … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Tucker Kraft, D.J. Moore, Bears, Packers, Vikings
