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UGA football’s 10 best NFL free agents of 2021

Who are the 10 best Georgia Bulldogs who are set to become NFL free agents this offseason

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This NFL offseason about a dozen Georgia Bulldogs are set to become NFL free agents. Additionally, a few more Dawgs may join the list as NFL teams look to create salary cap room.

Leonard Floyd, David Andrews and Justin Houston are among those looking to cash in or play for a championship contender. Other former Georgia Bulldogs are looking for any opportunity they can find. NFL free agency begins March 17. The legal tampering period begins on March 15.

Here are the 10 best Georgia Bulldogs in the NFL who are scheduled to become free agents:

  1. Leonard Floyd (Los Angeles Rams)
  2. David Andrews (New England Patriots)
  3. Justin Houston (Indianapolis Colts)
  4. A.J. Green (Cincinnati Bengals)
  5. Jordan Jenkins (New York Jets)
  6. Todd Gurley (Atlanta Falcons)
  7. Isaiah McKenzie (Buffalo Bills)
  8. Chris Conley (Jacksonville Jaguars)
  9. Shawn Williams (Cincinnati Bengals)
  10. John Jenkins (Chicago Bears)

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UGA football’s 10 best NFL free agents of 2021

Who are the 10 best Georgia Bulldogs who are set to become NFL free agents this offseason

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This NFL offseason about a dozen Georgia Bulldogs are set to become NFL free agents. Additionally, a few more Dawgs may join the list as NFL teams look to create salary cap room.

Leonard Floyd, David Andrews and Justin Houston are among those looking to cash in or play for a championship contender. Other former Georgia Bulldogs are looking for any opportunity they can find. NFL free agency begins March 17. The legal tampering period begins on March 15.

Here are the 10 best Georgia Bulldogs in the NFL who are scheduled to become free agents:

  1. Leonard Floyd (Los Angeles Rams)
  2. David Andrews (New England Patriots)
  3. Justin Houston (Indianapolis Colts)
  4. A.J. Green (Cincinnati Bengals)
  5. Jordan Jenkins (New York Jets)
  6. Todd Gurley (Atlanta Falcons)
  7. Isaiah McKenzie (Buffalo Bills)
  8. Chris Conley (Jacksonville Jaguars)
  9. Shawn Williams (Cincinnati Bengals)
  10. John Jenkins (Chicago Bears)

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Georgia football play of the day – Georgia vs Tennessee (2014)

Watch the Georgia football play of the day here!

It’s college football Saturday!

There are several programs teeing it up today and only two more weeks until Georgia kicks off versus Arkansas to begin their 2020 football season on Sept. 26.

Today’s play of the day comes from Georgia’s 2014 matchup with Tennessee in Athens.

No. 12 Georgia faced an early 10-point deficit to the Vols, but was able to battle back behind star running back Todd Gurley’s 208 rushing yards.

Watch Gurley take flight here:

The Atlanta Falcons sure got a great Dawg when they signed Gurley this offseason.

The Bulldogs would go on to win 35-32, with most of the production coming from Gurley’s career-high 208 yards and two touchdowns, including a game-sealing 51 yard score in the fourth quarter.

 

Todd Gurley, UGA form strategic alliance to benefit Athens community

Falcons RB Todd Gurley forms strategic alliance with UGAAA to benefit students, alumni and the Athens community as a whole in various areas.

Atlanta Falcons running back and legendary Georgia Bulldog Todd Gurley has formed a strategic alliance with the University of Georgia Athletic Association.

The alliance is focused on initiatives across athletics, community and social justice.

Gurley will meaningfully connect with students and alumni while serving as a mentor and public speaker about a variety of topics and issues going on around the world.

“Athens is my second home, and playing for the Falcons will allow me to spend more time there,” said Gurley in his statement.  “UGA fans embraced me as a young man, and that support has stayed with me throughout my time in the NFL.  I am looking forward to getting to know the students and alumni, and making a difference in the community that has meant so much to me.”

One of Gurley’s first initiatives is his Make A Difference Every Day (M.A.D.E.) Foundation that will be partnering with the “Dawgs for Pups” campaign.  Gurley will be working to raise funds to provide internet access to 2,500 underprivileged Athens K-8 students, helping to provide online learning resources amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Todd is an outstanding ambassador for our program,” Senior Deputy Director of Athletics Josh Brooks said in the official statement.  “Now that he’s in our backyard, we’re excited to engage Todd in several areas.  This partnership will not only create meaningful programming for out student-athletes, but also impact out local community.”

It’s always great seeing former Bulldogs giving back to UGA and the Athens community.  A DGD for life.

Todd Gurley to Rams on Instagram: “thanks for the check today”

After his contract with Atlanta was announced, the former Bulldog standout provided parting words to the organization that drafted him.

Since a somewhat surprising release from the Los Angeles Rams, Todd Gurley has committed to a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons.

Following a move that delights a large number of local Dawgs and Dirty Birds, the Georgia Bulldog alumnus will wear red and black in Georgia for at least one more season.

Gurley took the news in stride on Thursday, playfully tweeting about having been fired on his day off. He agreed to terms with Atlanta the following morning.

After his contract with Atlanta was announced, the former Bulldog standout provided parting words to the organization that drafted him.

Cameron DaSilva of Rams Wire first reported Gurley’s expert session in subtle pettiness.

Georgia faithful took to Twitter following his release with asserting that Gurley would be a great fit for the Falcons, who recently released tailback Devonta Freeman.

The next day, football fans who exist in the middle of the Falcons-Bulldogs Venn diagram got their wishes fulfilled.

Twitter reacts as Todd Gurley comes back to Georgia to play for the Falcons

Twitter reacted on Thursday after news broke of former Georgia football RB Todd Gurley signing with the Atlanta Falcons.

If you’re someone who is both a Falcon and Georgia Bulldog fan, your Friday is off to a great start.

What could be better than your favorite NFL team signing one of the most beloved guys in the history of your college program?

That’s what happened on Friday when the Falcons announced that they had signed former UGA and LA Rams running back Todd Gurley.

This move comes after years of frustration from Georgia fans, who have long wanted the Falcons to show some love to the in-state Bulldogs.

That frustration can be put to rest now.

Todd’s coming home back to Georgia, where he became the school’s fourth all-time leading rusher with 3,285 rushing yards between 2012-14.

Georgia fans and former players took to Twitter to react to the news:

Mark Richt reacts to Todd Gurley signing with Atlanta Falcons

Former Georgia football HC Mark Richt reacted to the news of the Atlanta Falcons signing Todd Gurley.

Less than 24 hours after being released by the Los Angeles Rams, Todd Gurley has found a new home.

The former Georgia running back is coming back to the Peach State, where he has signed a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons.

The news of Gurley’s signing created a massive buzz around the NFL, but nobody loved it more than those who double as a Georgia Bulldog and Atlanta Falcon fan.

Mark Richt, who coached at Georgia from 2001-15, may have no ties to the Falcons but he took to Twitter to express his excitement over Gurley, who he coached in Athens from 2012-14, coming back home.

Richt is right. We are umping for joy about this decision to bring Gurley back to Georgia.

Go Dawgs!

Former Georgia Bulldog Todd Gurley finds new home

Todd Gurley, a former Georgia Bulldog, has signed a one year deal with the Atlanta Falcons.

Todd Gurley did not waste much time finding a team following the Rams’ surprising release of their talented running back. Gurley has signed a one year deal with the Atlanta Falcons.

Gurley is beloved by Georgia Bulldog fans and will be a fan favorite for Atlanta Falcons fans. His jersey will be one of the bestsellers on the team despite his one-year contract.

Jordan Schultz first reported the news:

Gurley is rejoining his former Los Angeles Rams teammate Dante Fowler in Atlanta. Gurley is the first Georgia Bulldog star to play for the Falcons in some time. He’s signing a one-year $5 million deal (per Zach Klein). It will be a prove it season for Gurley, who will look to prove the Rams wrong and show the NFL he can still play at an elite level.

Gurley will do his best to replace running back Devonta Freeman in Atlanta. Running backs aren’t valued as much in today’s NFL. Teams are acknowledging their short shelf life now more than ever.

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Los Angeles Rams release RB Todd Gurley

The Los Angeles Rams are releasing former Georgia Bulldog running back Todd Gurley. L.A. sought trades for Gurley, but couldn’t find one.

Todd Gurley is one the best running backs in the National Football League when healthy. Unfortunately for the Georgia Bulldog great, that pesky knee of Gurley’s has caused him issues, hindering his production and limiting his workload. In 2019, Gurley had career-lows in rushing yards (857) and attempts (223).

Now, the Los Angeles Rams are releasing Todd Gurley, their former first round pick. The official Rams Twitter account and ESPN’s Adam Schefter announced the news:

L.A. will save $10.5 million against the cap. The Rams failed to find a trade destination and now Gurley will be a free agent for the first time in his NFL career.

Gurley was two years into a contract with the Los Angeles Rams that included a $21 million signing bonus and $45 million in guarantees. With reduced production and a substantial contract, it is not shocking that the Rams looked to trade RB Todd Gurley according to Michael Silver:

A year after making the Super Bowl, Los Angeles foundered to a 9-7 record. Head coach Sean McVay and the Rams are looking to improve, but they had to get creative since they have limited draft capital and cap room.

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Gurley, since he’s been cut, will count for $20.15 million in dead money. The Rams are hampered for the future and were banking on Gurley. Hopefully, Gurley can return to form in time for the 2020 season.

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Report: Rams discussing trading RB Todd Gurley

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley may be on the trade block this off-season. Will the former Georgia Bulldog be traded?

Todd Gurley is one the best running backs in the National Football League when he’s 100% healthy. Unfortunately for the Georgia Bulldog great, that pesky knee of Gurley’s has caused him issues, hindering his production and limiting his workload. In 2019, Gurley had career-lows in rushing yards (857) and attempts (223).

Gurley is two years into a contract with the Los Angeles Rams that included a $21 million signing bonus and $45 million in guarantees. With reduced production and a substantial contract, it is not shocking that Todd Gurley is frequently brought up in NFL trade talks according to Michael Silver:

A year after making the Super Bowl, Los Angeles floundered to a 9-7 record. Head coach Sean McVay and the Rams are looking to improve, but they must get creative since they have limited draft capital and around $20 million dollars in cap room.

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, Gurley, if cut right now, would count $20.15 million in dead money. So that’s no an option for L.A..

Los Angeles may have trouble finding a destination for Gurley. Stranger things have happened. Just ask Texans fans. Anything can happen in the NFL off-season (evidence below):

Running backs are still worth something to Houston coach/general manager Bill O’Brien.

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