Tag: Julio Jones

Commanders coach Dan Quinn on expectations for Marshon Lattimore

Commanders coach Dan Quinn shared some insight on Marshon Lattimore’s practice plans and set expectations for the former Pro Bowler against his old team:

For the first time since the Washington Commanders acquired Marshon Lattimore via trade with the New Orleans Saints, things are finally trending toward the Pro Bowl cornerback making his debut against his former team this weekend.

Lattimore began practicing fully this week with no limitations, putting him on track to suit up for Sunday’s matchup. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn shared his thoughts on potentially adding Lattimore into the lineup.

“It’s a big deal, to add a player of this caliber after the trade deadline, it just doesn’t happen that often,” Quinn told reporters Wednesday. He also made it a point that they will be cautious with the player, making sure that he’s fully equipped to get back on the field after dealing with a nagging hamstring injury for the last month.

“We’ll take it through the whole week. We’re not going to miss one step with him and the practicing and hitting all the markers. If it trends that way good, then (he will) go,” Quinn said.

Quinn knows exactly how impactful a player of Lattimore’s caliber can be, having coached against him twice a year during his tenure as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. Lattimore and the Saints went 2-5 against Quinn with the shutdown corner erasing Julio Jones and most other receivers the dirty birds threw at him. Now he’s returning to New Orleans as a visitor.

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Rams should consider signing Julio Jones to help with red zone struggles

Free agent Julio Jones still wants to play football and with their injuries, the Rams could be a perfect place to end his storied career.

Julio Jones was once considered the best wide receiver in the NFL due to his ridiculous length, insane athleticism and pass-catching prowess. However, Father Time is undefeated and it has caught up to Jones.

Since leaving Atlanta in 2021, Jones has had stops in Tennessee, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia.

As an Eagle last season, Jones was their WR3, putting up 11 catches, 74 yards and three touchdowns.

Why should the Rams sign a player putting up that type of production? Simple. His pure height and length open up the field for everyone else.

When looking at the state of the Rams’ wide receiver room, there’s a bunch of speed guys. Tutu Atwell, Demarcus Robinson, Xavier Smith, Tyler Johnson and such. The team lacks a big, physical receiver – a player that can snatch the ball over defenders. Jones could be that option.

Jones also opens up the goal line fade, the deep jump ball and the quick slant – three routes that are effective in the red zone, a place where Sean McVay has shown a desire to throw the football.

Jones is cheap, available and ready to play. For those with concerns, the question to be asked is what’s the worst that can happen? Jones represents the best deal in football. Low-risk, high-reward.

Alabama football general manager lists top-5 favorite Tide players of all-time

On a recent episode of the New Wave podcast, Alabama general manager Courtney Morgan revealed his top-five favorite Alabama players of all-time.

Recently, on an episode of the New Wave podcast, Alabama Crimson Tide football general manager Courtney Morgan revealed his top-five favorite Crimson Tide players of all-time. His top-five was quarterback Joe Namath, linebacker Derrick Thomas, defensive back Antonio Langham, defensive tackle Marcell Dareus, and wide receiver Julio Jones.

Morgan showed off his knowledge of Alabama football history by mentioning the likes of Namath, Thomas, and Langham. Each of which played for the Crimson Tide in the 20th century.

Dareus and Jones both played under former Alabama head coach Nick Saban. Each of the five players that Morgan mentioned had successful college and professional careers.

Morgan oversees daily operations in regards to the football program and is the primary recruiter for a lot of Alabama’s top recruiting prospects. He came to Alabama alongside current head coach Kalen DeBoer. The two worked together at Washington.

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Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the latest regarding the Alabama football program.

DK Metcalf: Ryan Grubb’s offense has the ‘potential to be special’

To reach its full potential, this scheme needs DK to finally live up to his.

Seattle Seahawks beat reporters got to speak with three players before yesterday’s mandatory minicamp practice at the VMAC. First up was star wide receiver DK Metcalf, who hadn’t been seen around the building tyet his offseason. So, this was the media’s first chance to ask Metcalf about the big coaching changes the team has gone through this year.

While Metcalf admitted that seeing Pete Carroll get fired was a sad moment, he’s also excited about working with new head coach Mike Macdonald and offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb. Asked about the effectiveness of Grubb’s new scheme, Metcalf said he likes the explosiveness and that the offense has the potential to be great.

To reach its full potential, this scheme needs DK to finally live up to his. While he’s been a consistently strong performer since he was drafted in 2019, Metcalf has the gifts he needs to be one of the top-five wide receivers in the NFL, but as of yet he’s at-best been a fringe top-10 producer. If Grubb can unleash Metcalf’s inner elite WR and get him competing at a focused peak-Julio Jones type of level, it’s going to be very tough to stop this passing game.

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Where do the Eagles rank in spending at each position after first wave of free agency?

We’re looking at where the Philadelphia Eagles rank in positional spending at each position after the first wave of NFL free agency

The Eagles have retooled their roster on both sides of the football after inking DE Bryce Huff, RB Saquon Barkley, OLB Zach Baun, OL Matt Hennessy, WR DeVante Parker, S/CB C.J. Gardner-Johnson, LB Devin White, LB Oren Burks, DT PJ Mustipher, WR Parris Campbell, and CB Tyler Hall to deals during the first wave.

Philadelphia then traded for quarterback Kenny Pickett while extending Landon Dickerson and Jake Elliott. 

Philadelphia currently has about  $33,657,986 in cap space per Over The Cap, and they’re spending about $100+ million plus on both sides of the football.  The offensive line and edge rusher positions carry the most significant cap space.

Overall positional spending has changed tremendously since Jalen Hurts signed a massive five-year, $255 million contract extension last spring.

This makes him among the four highest-paid players on average in NFL history.

The Eagles will again be a Super Bowl favorite in the NFC and have one of the most talented rosters despite being 17th in average positional spending.

Thanks to Over The Cap, here’s where Philadelphia sits in positional spending on both sides of the ball ahead of the season opener.

Updated status of every Eagles free agent after first wave of free agency

We’re looking at the status of every Philadelphia Eagles free agent after the first wave of NFL free agency signings

The offseason is in full swing, particularly for the Philadelphia Eagles, who have already made several roster and coaching moves this spring. Eagles GM Howie Roseman started free agency with a bang, agreeing to deals with Saquon Barkley (RB) and Bryce Huff (DE) while retaining Josh Sweat and punter Braden Mann. Philadelphia then signed Landon Dickerson to a monster contract extension and C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a three-year deal. The Eagles have been in nonstop action so far, and we’re taking an updated look at the current status of Philadelphia’s initial group of free agents.

2024 NFL Free Agency: Updated list of Eagles players who will hit the open market

We’re taking an updated look at the Philadelphia Eagles players who are testing NFL free agency

The Eagles are set for wholesale changes after finishing the 2023 season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.

The dominos are starting to fall as All-Pro center Jason Kelce and star defensive tackle Fletcher Cox have announced their retirements.

Brandon Graham, who turns 36 in April, is returning for one more final season, his 15th, and he’s one of the few guys on the roster deserving of writing his final script.

With the fans and media awaiting the start of free agency, we’re looking at an updated list of players hitting the open market.

9 pending free agents the Eagles should not re-sign

We’re looking at nine pending 2024 NFL Free Agents the Philadelphia Eagles should not re-sign

The Eagles have undergone wholesale changes. GM Howie Roseman and head coach Nick Sirianni shook up the coaching staff following Philadelphia’s historic collapse. The team finished the season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.

The first domino to fall is All-Pro center Jason Kelce, 36, retiring after 13 seasons with the Eagles.

Brandon Graham, who turns 36 in April, is negotiating with the Eagles for one more final season, his 15th, and he’s one of the few guys on the roster deserving of writing his final script.

Fletcher Cox could also retire, while several pending free agents will depart.

With the fans and media awaiting the legal tampering period, we’re looking at nine free agents who shouldn’t return.

Eagles react to being eliminated from NFC playoffs during Locker room cleanout day

We have quotes and reactions from the Philadelphia Eagles locker room cleanout after 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in the wild card round

The Eagles are cleaning out lockers on Wednesday after Monday night’s 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers that finished a historic collapse.

Philadelphia went 1-6 in their final seven games, including the playoffs, and the embarrassing loss has raised questions about head coach Nick Sirianni and his entire staff.

With all eyes looking towards the offseason, here’s how the Birds are reacting to being eliminated.

These 20 Eagles players are slated to be free agents in March

We’re looking at the 19 Philadelphia Eagles that are set to hit NFL free agency in March

The Eagles are set for wholesale changes as owner Jeffrey Lurie and GM Howie Roseman evaluate Nick Sirianni’s future following Philadelphia’s historic collapse, finishing the season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.

The first domino to fall is All-Pro center Jason Kelce, 36, who reportedly told his teammates he is retiring after 13 seasons with the Eagles.

Brandon Graham, who turns 36 in April, says he wants to return to the Eagles for one more final season, his 15th, and he’s one of the few guys on the roster deserving of writing his final script.

With the fans and media awaiting Roseman’s end-of-the-year press conference, we’re taking an early look at 18 Eagles who’ll be free agents when the new league year begins in March courtesy of Over The Cap.