Tag: Jarrett Guarantano

Broncos lose practice squad QB Josh Johnson to 49ers

After losing Jimmy Garoppolo, the 49ers signed Josh Johnson off the Broncos’ practice squad.

After losing Jimmy Garoppolo to a season-ending foot injury, the San Francisco 49ers are turning the offense over to rookie Brock Purdy.

Purdy began the year as the team’s third-string QB behind Trey Lance and Garaoppolo. He is now QB1 in San Francisco, so the 49ers turned to the Denver Broncos’ practice squad to add more depth at the position.

The Niners are signing backup quarterback Josh Johnson off Denver’s practice squad to their 53-man roster, according to multiple reports.

That leaves the Broncos with two quarterbacks: Russell Wilson and his backup, Brett Rypien. Denver will now likely consider adding a third quarterback to the practice squad to fill Johnson’s old spot.

The Broncos might have signed Joshua Dobbs, who worked out for the team last week, but the Detroit Lions beat them to him. Another candidate could be Jarrett Guarantano, who tried out for the team last month.

The Carolina Panthers are set to part ways with Baker Mayfield, so he could be an experienced backup option, but Mayfield will likely draw a lot of interest, perhaps even from the 49ers.

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Broncos tried out 8 players this week, including a quarterback

Eight players tried out for the Broncos earlier this week, including QB Jarrett Guarantano.

The Denver Broncos worked out eight players on Tuesday, according to the NFL’s transaction wire. Here’s a quick recap of the players who tried out for the club earlier this week.

  • QB Jarrett Guarantano: Transferred as a graduate from Tennessee to Washington State in 2021 and was signed by the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent this spring. He failed to make their 53-man roster and began his rookie season on Arizona’s practice squad before being cut last month. 
  • TE Jevon Cottoy: Went straight from high school football in Canada to playing in the Canadian Junior Football League before eventually landing in the CFL. He played WR in Canada but the Broncos worked him out as a TE. 
  • TE Josh Hokit: TE with FB experience who has spent time with the San Francisco 49ers and Cardinals. Yet to play in a regular season game in the NFL since entering the league in 2020. 
  • TE Briley Moore: Spent his rookie season on injured reserve with the Tennessee Titans after tearing his ACL in 2021. Recently selected by the DC Defenders to play in the upcoming season of the XFL. 
  • WR Jaquarii Roberson: Rookie out of Wake Forest who has spent time with the Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills this year, bouncing between practice squads.
  • WR Kevin Kassis: Signed with Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent out of Montana State in the spring. Began the year on Seattle’s practice squad before being cut last week.
  • WR Brandon Lewis: Signed with the Titans as a college free agent in May after playing college football for the Air Force. He was waived during preseason.
  • LB Ray Wilborn: Spent time with the Green Bay Packers earlier this year before working out for Denver. Signed to the Broncos’ practice squad after his tryout on Tuesday.

The seven players who did not sign with Denver might be candidates to sign reserve/future contracts with the Broncos after the season ends.

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Browns had 4 in for tryouts including new practice squad signee Cyril Grayson

The Browns had four players in for tryouts today, including their newest practice squad member Cyril Grayson

The Cleveland Browns held tryouts once again this week. This is not the first time this season that a player has been signed to the practice squad from a tryout, and it may not be the last time. Former Miami Redhawks’ safety Mike Brown won a spot on the practice squad in a tryout, and now wide receiver Cyril Grayson has done the same.

The Browns, however, did have three other players in for tryouts as well, so the churning of their practice squad could continue. Here we take a look at all four names and provide a bit of background information on all of them.

Jarrett Guarantano returns to Cardinals

Former Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano returns to the Arizona Cardinals.

Former Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano signed with Arizona’s practice squad ahead of Week 1.

Guarantano was cut Aug. 30 as Arizona finalized its 53-man active roster.

He was signed to the Cardinals’ practice squad after quarterback Colt McCoy was placed on injured reserve.

Guarantano played for the Vols from 2017-20 after redshirting in 2016.

Following the 2020 season, Guarantano transferred to Washington State. He played two games for the Cougars.

Guarantano was an undrafted free agent with the Cardinals and played in three preseason games.

Guarantano appeared in 41 games at Tennessee, recording 6,174 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 17 interceptions and five rushing touchdowns.

Jarrett Guarantano returns to Tennessee

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Arizona cuts two former Vols

The Arizona Cardinals cut two former Vols.

Arizona made roster cuts Tuesday ahead of the 2022 season.

The Cardinals released former Vols Jarrett Guarantano and JaVonta Payton.

Guarantano played quarterback for the Vols from 2016-20. He transferred to Washington State in 2021.

Guarantano appeared in 41 games at Tennessee, recording 6,174 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 17 interceptions and five rushing touchdowns.

Payton played for Tennessee during the 2021 season after transferring from Mississippi State.

Payton transferred to Mississippi State from Northwest Mississippi C.C., where he played during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. He played at Hillsboro High School in Nashville, Tennessee.

The former Vol appeared in 13 games at Tennessee, totaling 18 receptions, 413 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns.

Jarrett Guarantano returns to Tennessee

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Jarrett Guarantano returns to Tennessee

Former Vols’ quarterback Jarrett Guarantano returns to Tennessee.

Former Vols’ quarterback Jarrett Guarantano returned to Tennessee Saturday.

The Titans defeated Arizona and Guarantano, 26-23, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee during Week 3 of the NFL’s preseason.

Guarantano completed 7-of-14 passing attempts for 141 yards and one touchdown. The former Vol recorded two rushing yards on three attempts.

Guarantano played for the Vols from 2016-20. He transferred to Washington State in 2021. Guarantano appeared in 41 games at Tennessee, recording 6,174 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 17 interceptions and five rushing touchdowns.

Following the Week 3 preseason game, Vols Wire looks at postgame social media buzz surrounding Guarantano returning to Tennessee. Postgame social media buzz is listed below.

16 days till the Cardinals’ 2022 season opener vs. Chiefs

With 16 days left till Week 1, check out some of the players for the Cardinals who have worn No. 16 over the years.

The Arizona Cardinals are one day away from their final preseason game, a matchup with the Tennessee Titans Saturday night in Nashville. They are also only 16 days away from their regular-season opener.

In 16 days, the Cardinals will take the field at State Farm Stadium to face the Kansas City Chiefs.

No. 16 belongs to undrafted rookie quarterback Jarrett Guarantano, who likely will not make the team.

He and other players who have worn No. 16 are below.

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Social media reaction following Jarrett Guarantano’s first NFL touchdown

A look at social media reaction following former Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano’s first NFL touchdown.

Former Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano made his National Football League debut Friday with Arizona.

The Cardinals were victorious at Cincinnati, 36-23.

Guarantano completed 7-of-10 passing attempts, totaling 54 yards and one touchdown.

Guarantano and former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley played for Arizona against the Bengals. Arizona starting quarterback Kyler Murray is dealing with wrist soreness and backup signal-caller Colt McCoy is sidelined with a tired arm.

Guarantano played for the Vols from 2016-20. He transferred to Washington State in 2021. Guarantano appeared in 41 games with the Vols, recording 6,174 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 17 interceptions and five rushing touchdowns.

Following the Cardinals’ win at Cincinnati, Vols Wire looks at postgame social media buzz highlighting Guarantano’s touchdown pass.

Postgame social media buzz is listed below.

Jarrett Guarantano to make NFL debut

Former Vol quarterback Jarrett Guarantano to make NFL debut.

Former Tennessee quarterback Jarrett Guarantano will make his NFL debut Friday with Arizona.

The Cardinals will play at Cincinnati in the preseason opener for both teams. Kickoff is slated for 7:30 p.m. EDT at Paycor Stadium.

Guarantano and former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley will play for the Cardinals. Arizona starting quarterback Kyler Murray is dealing with wrist soreness and backup signal-caller Colt McCoy will be sidelined with a tired arm.

Guarantano played for the Vols from 2016-20. He transferred to Washington State in 2021. Guarantano appeared in 41 games with the Vols, recording 6,174 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 17 interceptions and five rushing touchdowns.

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Nick Rolovich discusses Jarrett Guarantano playing in Washington State’s run and shoot offense

Nick Rolovich discusses Jarrett Guarantano playing in Washington State’s run and shoot offense.

Redshirt senior quarterback Jarrett Guarantano transferred to Washington State on Jan. 8.

Guarantano has one year of eligibility remaining due to the coronavirus pandemic.

He appeared in 41 games for Tennessee since 2017, totaling 6,174 passing yards, 38 touchdowns and 17 interceptions.

Jarrett Guarantano, Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire

Washington State is coached by Nick Rolovich.

Rolovich went 1-3 during his first season as the Cougars’ head coach in 2020. He played quarterback at Hawaii and served as the Rainbow Warriors’ head coach from 2016-19.

At Hawaii, Rolovich compiled a 28-27 record with two bowl victories.

Washington State head coach Nick Rolovich looks on from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California in Los Angeles, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

Rolovich fields a run and shoot offense that Guarantano will play in.

The offense centers around two formations, typically with four wide receivers and trips to the left or right. A run and shoot offense is designed to read defensive coverages on the snap of the ball, while showcasing wide receivers in motion.

Rolovich joined the show “Tennessee Two-A-Days” and discussed Guarantano transferring to Washington State and playing in his run and shoot offense.

“We were looking at the portal and who fits what we were looking for, and we knew what we needed, and we felt, as far as for us to elevate the room, competition and all that,” Rolovich said of Guarantano. “Jarrett checked a lot of the boxes. I really like his toughness. I like the class and respect, and how he handled himself off the field. I think he is a real man of character.”

The entire show with Rolovich can be listened to here or below. Rolovich discussed the run and shoot offense and Guarantano going through spring practices competing for the Cougars’ starting job.

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