Tag: Alabama in NFL

Former Alabama WR Julio Jones signed to Philadelphia Eagles active roster

The Philadelphia Eagles signed former Alabama wide receiver Julio Jones to their active roster on Wednesday morning.

On Wednesday morning, the Philadelphia Eagles signed former Alabama wide receiver Julio Jones to their active roster. Jones was signed to the Eagles practice squad over two weeks ago, he was elevated for Philadelphia’s two most recent games.

In 2022, he spent time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Jones hauled in 24 receptions for 299 yards and two touchdowns for the Buccaneers. Soon after, Jones became a free agent. He recently joined the Eagles, but now will be a full participant on the active roster. In two games this season, he’s reeled in two catches on three targets for 11 yards and a touchdown.

With the Eagles being eager to make a run at the Super Bowl, they felt that it was in their best interest to bring in a veteran like Jones. His time at Alabama as well as his time spent with the Atlanta Falcons likely helped his case. Now, he is a part of one of the top contenders in the National Football Conference.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow former Alabama players in the NFL and other news regarding the Alabama football program.

Former Alabama RB Kenyan Drake signs with Cleveland Browns practice squad

On Monday, former Alabama running back Kenyan Drake was signed to the Cleveland Browns practice squad.

On Monday, the Cleveland Browns signed former Alabama running back Kenyan Drake to their practice squad. Prior to signing with the Browns, Drake spent some time with the Baltimore Ravens this season.

Drake played at Alabama from 2012 to 2015. He was well-known for his 95-yard kick return for a touchdown against Clemson in the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship. Following his four years in Tuscaloosa, Drake entered the NFL Draft.

He was drafted in the third round by the Miami Dolphins. Drake spent four seasons with the Dolphins organization. During the 2019 season, Drake was traded to the Arizona Cardinals.

Since then, Drake has spent no longer than one season with an organization. He has played for the Las Vegas Raiders, Baltimore Ravens, and Indianapolis Colts.

Now, Drake will have the opportunity to work his way up from the practice squad. This is a good chance for Drake to turn some heads as he looks to make the Browns’ active roster soon.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow former Alabama players in the NFL and other news regarding the Alabama football program.

How former Alabama players performed in Week 8 of NFL season

Roll Tide Wire takes a close look at how former Alabama players performed in Week 8 of the NFL season.

Alabama is one of the top programs in the country when it comes to producing NFL talent. The Crimson Tide are well-represented on both sides of the ball and at just about every position on the football field.

Week 8 of the 2023 season kicked off on Thursday night and concluded on Monday night, which means there were a lot of former Alabama players suiting up for their respective professional teams.

Believe it or not, 25 of the 32 teams in the NFL have at least one Alabama player on its roster. There are not many college programs that can say the same.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down how former Alabama players performed in their Week 8 matchups.

Former Alabama DL Phidarian Mathis removed from injured reserve, set to make season debut with Washington Commanders

The Washington Commanders removed former Alabama defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis from the injured reserve.

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis will make his season debut on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Mathis suffered a season-ending knee injury during the first game of his rookie season in 2022.

Mathis is one of three former Alabama players on the Commanders defensive line. He joins fellow Crimson Tide alumni Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne.

The Louisiana native spent four seasons in Tuscaloosa before entering the 2022 NFL Draft. He was drafted in the second round by the Commanders.

Now, he will see the field for the first time in over a year. After being on injured reserve for the first seven games of the season, the Commanders will allow Mathis to see game action. It should be a huge help for an already strong Commanders defensive front.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow former Alabama players in the NFL and other news surrounding the Alabama football program.

5 ideal trade destinations for Jerry Jeudy

There has been some chatter surrounding former Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy being traded from the Denver Broncos. Roll Tide Wire lists five ideal trade destinations for Jeudy to land.

Over the course of the past two years, there has been a lot of trade rumors circulating regarding Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy. The former Alabama wideout has been used somewhat sparingly in each of the last two seasons.

Needless to say, he could be on the outs in Denver. That is not to say that he does not have the potential to be an elite wide receiver in the NFL, because he certainly does.

Roll Tide Wire takes a look at five ideal destinations for Jerry Jeudy to land at if he were to be traded by Tuesday’s trade deadline.

Former Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. eager to face former Alabama teammate

Texans edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. made it clear that he is eager to face off against former Alabama teammate Bryce Young on Sunday afternoon.

The Houston Texans will take on the Carolina Panthers in a Week 8 showdown between two former Alabama teammates. Texans edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. will face off against Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. It will be the first time that the two suit up against one another since they played together at Alabama.

Anderson Jr. seemed eager to play against Young when asked by the media about the matchup.

“That’s all that’s been going through my mind is ‘I get a chance to hit Bryce Young.’ It’s going to be a great challenge for us. Me and Bryce go way back. We started school together, so it’s going to be fun.”

Both Anderson Jr. and Young have played key roles for their respective teams so far this season. The two rookies are cornerstone pieces for both franchises for the long haul.

Anderson Jr. has recorded 24 tackles and one sack this season. Young has thrown for 967 yards, six touchdowns, and four interceptions. Both have come into their own over the last few weeks.

It will be fun for Alabama fans to sit back and watch two former Crimson Tide teammates go at it on Sunday afternoon!

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow former Alabama players in the NFL as well as other news surrounding the Alabama football program.

5 ideal trade destinations for Derrick Henry

There has been some chatter surrounding former Alabama running back Derrick Henry being traded from the Tennessee Titans. Roll Tide Wire lists five ideal trade destinations for Henry to land.

There has been some recent chatter surrounding Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry being traded from the team. If that is true, there is likely going to be a plethora of suitors for the former NFL Offensive MVP and two-time rushing leader.

Henry has been a mainstay in the Titans backfield over the past eight years. The former Alabama running back and Heisman winner has seemingly improved each season. It is very seldom that a ball carrier continues to have success as his career goes on, but Henry is an exception.

Roll Tide Wire lists five ideal trade destinations for Derrick Henry.

Former Alabama and Denver Brocnos safety Kareem Jackson suspended four games by NFL

Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson was suspended four games by the NFL for violations of unnecessary roughness rules.

The NFL has suspended Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson for four games without pay for violating the league’s unnecessary roughness rules. Jackson played at Alabama from 2007 to 2009.

The NFL issued the following statement regarding Jackson’s suspension:

“NFL Vice President of Football Operations Jon Runyan issued the suspension for violations of Rule 12, Section 2, Article 9 (b) (1) which states that “it is a foul if a player forcibly hits the defenseless player’s head or neck area with the helmet, facemask, forearm, or shoulder, even if the intial contact is lower than the player’s neck, and regardless of whether the defensive player also uses his arms to tackle the defenseless by encircling or grasping him.”

Runyan also added that Jackson “delivered a forceful blow to the head/neck area of a defenseless receiver, when you (Jackson) had the time and space to avoid such contact.”

As a result of the NFL’s decision, Jackson has elected to appeal the suspension, according to a source which was confirmed by NFL insider Ian Rapoport.

Jackson has been ejected in two games this season for hits to the head/neck area. The most recent ejection came on Sunday when Jackson delivered a blow to the head/neck area of Green Bay Packers tight end Luke Musgrave.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to provide the latest information regarding Jackson’s suspension.

How former Alabama players performed in Week 7 of NFL season

Roll Tide Wire takes a close look at how former Alabama players performed in Week 7 of the NFL season.

Alabama is one of the top programs in the country when it comes to producing NFL talent. The Crimson Tide are well-represented on both sides of the ball and at just about every position on the football field.

Week 7 of the 2023 season kicked off on Thursday night and concluded on Monday night, which means there were a lot of former Alabama players suiting up for their respective professional teams.

Believe it or not, 25 of the 32 teams in the NFL have at least one Alabama player on its roster. There are not many college programs that can say the same.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down how former Alabama players performed in their Week 7 matchups.

Buffalo Bills place former Alabama RB Damien Harris on injured reserve

The Buffalo Bills placed former Alabama running back Damien Harris on injured reserve on Friday.

On Friday, the Buffalo Bills placed former Alabama running back Damien Harris on injured reserve. Harris suffered a neck injury in Week 6 against the New York Giants.

Harris will have to miss at least the next four games before he is eligible to be activated to the roster from the injured reserve.

Through six games, Harris played primarily as a power back for the Bills. Harris had 23 carries for 94 yards and one touchdown. During the offseason, he signed with the Bills on a one-year deal worth $1.7 million.

Harris previously played for the New England Patriots. He spent the first four seasons of his NFL career in the Patriots organization.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow former Alabama players in the NFL.