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Commanders elevate former Nebraska LB to active roster

The Washington Commanders elevated a former Nebraska LB to their active roster

The Washington Commanders have elevated former Nebraska linebacker Nate Gerry to their active roster.

Gerry played four seasons for the Cornhuskers (2013-16); he played both linebacker and safety. In 2014, he was named Nebraska’s Defensive co-MVP. He was a team captain in 2015 and 2016.

Gerry was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He spent four seasons with the Eagles appearing in 46 games. During his tenure, he recorded 163 combined tackles, eight tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, and three interceptions. He was a member of their Super Bowl team in 2018.

The Commanders signed Gerry in August, but he was placed on the IR and eventually released. He was signed to the practice squad on November 3rd.

Below is a short photo gallery of Gerry’s college career.

Washington Commanders Sign Former Nebraska LB

The Washington Commanders signed a former Nebraska Cornhuskers LB.

The Washington Commanders signed former Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Nate Gerry per the NFL transaction wire.

Gerry played for the Cornhuskers from 2013 to 2016, where he was utilized as both a safety and a linebacker. He was extremely productive during his tenure racking up a whopping 273 total tackles and 13 interceptions in 48 games.

Gerry was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL Draft.

Gerry played four seasons for the Eagles. In total, he appeared in 46 games recording 163 combined tackles, eight tackles for loss, 10 passes defended, and three interceptions.

In the NFL, linebacker has been Gerry’s primary position. In 2019, he was lined up as a linebacker for 584 out of his 620 total defensive snaps per Pro Football Focus.

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Former Eagles linebacker Nate Gerry to sign with Commanders

Former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nate Gerry signs with the Washington Commanders

A familiar name is returning to the NFC East, as Ian Rapoport reports that former Eagles linebacker Nate Gerry is signing with the Washington Commanders.

A former strong-safety out of Nebraska, Gerry finished his Eagles career with 46 games played, 22 starts with 163 career tackles.

Gerry signed with the 49ers during the 2020 NFL offseason and was waived the following July. In Washington, the linebacker will be reunited with former Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz.

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Former Eagles’ LB Nate Gerry waived by the 49ers

Nate Gerry waived by the 49ers

After missing the bulk of the 2021 NFL season, Nate Gerry landed a free-agent deal with the San Francisco 49ers.

Now the former Eagles linebacker is on the open market again after being waived by the Niners per Adam Caplan.

Gerry, 26, his first four NFL seasons with the Eagles after being drafted in the fifth round out of the University of Nebraska.

A former safety turned linebacker, Gerry started 22 of the 46 games he played, and was limited to just seven games last year by an ankle injury he suffered in late October that landed him on Injured Reserve.

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Instant analysis of Eagles signing LB Eric Wilson

The Eagles signed linebacker Eric Wilson in free agency. Here are 3 takeaways from the move

The Eagles quietly made another huge signing Wednesday, inking former Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson to a one-year deal.

Mike Garafolo reported that Wilson can make up to $3.25 million this season with incentives.

An up-and-coming linebacker, Wilson is arriving in Philadelphia just as his ascension as a top-tier linebacker is beginning.

Here are a few takeaways from the deal.

Alex Singleton led Eagles in performance-based pay, earned extra $464K

Alex Singleton led Philadelphia Eagles in performance-based pay, earned an extra $464K

Alex Singleton had a breakout season in Philadelphia, and the Eagles leading tackler landed a huge bonus for his efforts.

The NFLPA recently sent agents the numbers on performance-based pay for this past season, and Singleton led all Eagles with an extra $464,296 in compensation.

Nate Herbig ($414K), Greg Ward ($380K), Duke Riley ($365), Matt Pryor ($353K), and Jordan Mailata ($338K) landed the biggest bonuses.

Current Chiefs left tackle Prince Tega Wanogho landed the smallest bonus with $781.

Bucs offensive lineman Alex Cappa led all NFL players with a bonus of $622,056 after playing 99.7% of Tampa’s snaps this season.

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49ers add free agent LB Nate Gerry

Former Eagles LB Nate Gerry is signing with the San Francisco 49ers.

The San Francisco 49ers on Saturday added some depth to their linebacking corps when they agreed to a one-year deal with former Eagles linebacker Nate Gerry. NBC Sports Philadelphia’s John Clark first reported the deal.

Gerry, 26, spent all of his first four NFL seasons with the Eagles after they drafted him in the fifth round out of the University of Nebraska. He started 22 of the 46 games he played, and was limited to just seven games last year – all starts – by an ankle injury he suffered in late October that landed him on Injured Reserve.

The linebacker in four seasons racked up 163 tackles, 3.5 sacks and three interceptions. He was also a frequent special teams contributor throughout his career with the Eagles.

San Francisco is still looking for a starting Sam linebacker, and Gerry could factor into the competition there. However, he’ll more likely be a special teams mainstay and defensive reserve who’s athletic enough to slot in at any of the three linebacker spots.

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Former Eagles LB Nathan Gerry to sign with the 49ers

Former Eagles linebacker Nate Gerry is set to sign a deal with the San Francisco 49ers according to John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia

Eagles fans will have to find a new linebacker to take their frustrations out on, as John Clark of NBC Sports is reporting that Nathan Gerry is signing with the 49ers.

The 2020 season was forgetful for Gerry, who had one of the worst seasons of his career and became a liability in passing situations.

After the rough start to his season, Gerry was placed on injured reserve with an ankle injury.

A former strong-safety out of Nebraska, Gerry finishes his Eagles career with 46 games played, 22 of them starts, with 163 career tackles.

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Philadelphia Eagles showing interest in Jets free agent LB Neville Hewitt

Philadelphia Eagles showing interest in Jets free agent LB Neville Hewitt

As we get deeper into free agency, the Eagles still have several pressing needs to fill, including at linebacker, where Nate Gerry is currently a free agent.

There are several suitable linebackers available in free agency and the Eagles could once again address the position via free agency.

Veteran NFL reporter Manish Mehta is reporting that Jets free agent linebacker, Neville Hewitt is drawing interest from several teams, including the Eagles.

The 28-year-old Hewitt is solidly built, standing 6-foot-2, 220 pounds, but he’s another guy who plays the run fairly well but becomes a victim when forced into pass coverage.

Per PFF, Hewitt allowed a passer rating of 106.0 when targeted by opposing quarterbacks.

Hewitt has started 39 of the 82 games he’s appeared in since entering the NFL as an undrafted rookie free agent out of Marshall in 2015.

In 16 starts last season for the Jets, Hewitt logged 134 total tackles, first among all defenders on the team.

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10 prove-it deal free agents the Philadelphia Eagles should avoid

10 prove it deal free agents the Philadelphia Eagles should avoid

With a tight salary cap awaiting and the Carson Wentz dead money weighing the ship down, the Philadelphia Eagles are going to be squeezed this offseason in their bid to add talent.

With free agency set to begin on March 17, the Eagles will make some big moves and restructure to free up the necessary cap space to make improvements to their roster.

With the Eagles likely to pursuing some free agents looking for a prove-it deal, here are 10 players they should avoid.