Tag: Ronald Darby

8 former Eagles are on AFC, NFC Championship rosters

The Philadelphia Eagles have 8 former players playing on AFC and NFC Championship rosters ahead of Sunday’s matchups.

The Eagles are home after a disappointing finish to their season that saw the team lose 6 of their final seven games, including a 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers in the NFC wild-card game.

One big reason for the downward spiral on both sides of the football can be found in free-agent losses that have thrived with other clubs.

As Philadelphia works to hire two new coordinators, eight former Eagles are set to play in the AFC and NFC title games, including two All-Pro caliber talents and one safety who should still be on the roster.

John Harbaugh says Marlon Humphrey ‘hopefully will be back this week’

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey missed the team’s Week 11 win over the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering a calf strain the Sunday prior in a loss to the Cleveland Browns. Head Coach John Harbaugh mentioned the possibility of the former …

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey missed the team’s Week 11 win over the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering a calf strain the Sunday prior in a loss to the Cleveland Browns.

Head Coach John Harbaugh mentioned the possibility of the former All-Pro returning this week against the Los Angeles Chargers when speaking to the media.

While speaking about the team’s other cornerbacks who filled in admirably for Humphrey against the Bengals, Harbaugh added that Humphrey “hopefully will be back this week.”

It was a significant relief when news broke that the non-contact lower-body injury that caused Humphrey to exit the game against the Browns was only a calf strain. With a gauntlet of explosive offenses down the final stretch of the season, including the Chargers, Jacksonville Jaguars, San Francisco 49ers, and Miami Dolphins, the Ravens will need their best cornerback healthy and at his best as the team gears up for a run at the AFC’s No. 1 seed to secure home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.

Baltimore still has to face a plethora of notable wide receivers such as Keenan Allen, Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, Calvin Ridley, Christian Kirk, Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, George Pickens, and Diontae Johnson before the end of the regular season.

Humphrey returned to practice on Wednesday, and the Ravens have a much-needed bye week on the horizon in Week 13 following their game in Los Angeles in Week 12 on Sunday Football.

Humphrey should have time to get healthy before the final five games of the regular season and the playoffs.

Ravens’ coach John Harbaugh non-committal on Jadeveon Clowney, Ronald Darby playing vs. Bucs

Baltimore #Ravens head coachJohn Harbaugh is non-committal on Jadeveon Clowney, Ronald Darby playing vs. the Bucs in preseason finale via @Thacover2NFL

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will wrap up their three-game 2023 preseason slate with a home game against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, August 26.

The Ravens have added edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney, and cornerback Ronald Darby after Marlon Humphrey had foot surgery.

On Wednesday, after a light practice, head coach John Harbaugh was non-committal about his two new additions playing the preseason finale.

Of the two veteran players, Darby is more likely to need preseason snaps, with Clowney being a natural pass rusher, and run-stopper who can play his way into game shape.

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Ravens CB Ronald Darby changes jersey number after first practice

Ravens cornerback Ronald Darby changed his jersey number after his practice debut with his new team

The Baltimore Ravens signed cornerback Ronald Darby to a one-year deal to help bolster their cornerback room following the unexpected surgery that fellow cornerback Marlon Humphrey underwent on his foot. Darby tore his ACL in Week 5 of the 2022 season, but will hopefully be able to help the team’s secondary stay together until Humphrey returns.

Darby made his Baltimore practice debut on Friday, and jogged out on the field in No. 33. However, on Saturday he was already donning a new number, switching over to No. 28, the number worn by cornerback Trayvon Mullen before being placed on the non-football injury list.

Ravens officially make four roster moves

The Baltimore #Ravens have officially waived injured UDFA defensive backs Jaquan Amos and Jordan Swann after signing Jadeveon Clowney and Ronald Darby via @Thacover2NFL

The Ravens added Ronald Darby (CB) and Jadeveon Clowney (DE) to an already talented defense over the past two days.

With Baltimore set for a Monday night matchup against Washington, the team made two corresponding roster moves via NFL Communications.

Ravens to sign cornerback Ronald Darby to a deal

The Baltimore #Ravens are signing veteran cornerback Ronald Darby to a deal via @Thacover2NFL

The Ravens hosted Ronald Darby on a free agent visit Thursday, and according to Ian Rapoport, the veteran cornerback is signing a one-year deal.

The 29-year-old Darby worked out with the Titans on Monday after spending the past two seasons with the Broncos.

Darby was limited to five games last season after suffering a season-ending torn ACL in Week 5. In 2021, Darby started 11 games and had 53 tackles with the Broncos.

A second-round pick of the Bills back in 2015, Darby has spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Commanders, and Denver.

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Akayleb Evans removed from practice after big hit

Not great for Akayleb Evans who has a history of concussions

The Minnesota Vikings could be dealing with another head injury to cornerback Akayleb Evans, as head coach Kevin O’Connell removed him from practice after a friendly fire hit from safety Josh Metellus.

Here is the accidental hit where Evans almost had an interception.

This looks extra worrisome for Evans as it could easily be a concussion. Metellus hit him up high and Evans missed the majority of the season with three concussions.

This was a frustrating practice for the Vikings secondary, as fellow cornerback Mekhi Blackmon left practice with an arm/shoulder injury.

We certainly hope for the best with Evans and Blackmon. If they have to miss anytime, the Vikings might be calling Ronald Darby, who they recently hosted for a visit.

5 free agent cornerbacks the Ravens could target after Marlon Humphrey’s foot surgery

We’re looking at five free agent cornerbacks the Baltimore #Ravens could target after Marlon Humprhey’s foot surgery via @Thacover2NFL

The Ravens have about nine cornerbacks on the roster and two or three safeties who could transition outside after Marlon Humprhey’s foot surgery.

Baltimore reportedly had two cornerbacks in for workouts on Thursday, and the tryouts indicate the GM Eric DeCosta could look to add more depth to the roster.

With the Ravens participating in a walkthrough on Thursday, we’re looking at five free agent cornerbacks the team could target.

Ravens hosting veteran CB Ronald Darby on visit following injury to Marlon Humphrey

The Baltimore #Ravens are hosting veteran CB Ronald Darby on visit following the foot injury to Marlon Humphrey

The Ravens are reeling after the news that star cornerback Marlon Humphrey could miss four weeks after having foot surgery.

Ahead of Monday’s preseason matchup against the Commanders, the team is having veteran cornerback Ronald Darby in for a visit on Thursday.

The 29-year-old Darby worked out with the Titans on Monday after spending the past two seasons with the Broncos.

Darby was limited to five games last season after suffering a season-ending torn ACL in Week 5. In 2021, Darby started 11 games and had 53 tackles with the Broncos.

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Report: Titans worked out CB Ronald Darby on Monday

The Titans reportedly worked out cornerback Ronald Darby on Monday.

The Tennessee Titans have reportedly worked out veteran cornerback Ronald Darby.

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Tennessee hosted Darby for a workout on Monday. This is the second reported workout for the Titans, as they were also reportedly set to host running back Jacques Patrick.

A 2015 second-round pick of the Buffalo Bills, Darby spent the last two seasons with the Denver Broncos, appearing in 16 games (no starts). The 29-year-old posted 67 tackles (one for loss) and nine passes defensed.

Darby, who can play both in the slot and on the boundary, played in just five games in 2022 before suffering a season-ending torn ACL.

Prior to that, he posted impressive coverage numbers, allowing a completion rate of just 38.9 percent and a passer rating of 69.9 when targeted. In the two years before that, Darby surrendered completion rates of 54.1 percent and 54.3 percent, and passer ratings of 81.0 and 84.8.

If one thing was clear from the Titans’ preseason Week 1 game, it was that the team could use more depth options in the secondary. Darby would be a good addition to help that.

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