Posted on 13 February 2012. Tags: contract, Desean Jackson, Eagles', Jackson, Let, news, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Inquirer, receiver, Report, return, Something, the Eagles, wide, without, won't
Wide receiver DeSean Jackson was overt about his desire for a longterm contract all through the 2011 season. Regardless of whether or not that will finally come to fruition with the Philadelphia Eagles is nevertheless really much in limbo.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing league sources, reported Sunday that the Eagles won’t let go of Jackson, whose contract is about to expire, without obtaining one thing in return. That would mean the Eagles are all but guaranteed to location the franchise tag on their Pro Bowl receiver if a deal isn’t reached by March 5, the deadline for teams to franchise players.
By franchising Jackson, the Eagles wouldn’t let him hit the open market and retain the selection to trade the fifth-year receiver.
The Inquirer, citing sources close to Jackson, also reported that he would be willing to sign the Eagles’ one-year tender worth roughly $ 9.five million (or almost $ 9 million a lot more than he earned last year).
Last month, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie mentioned he would welcome the controversial Jackson back to the Eagles “if the proper terms develop.”
Last season wasn’t just rocky for Jackson off the field with his contract dispute, but also on it, where his production slipped. Jackson had just 58 catches for 961 and 4 touchdowns. His 16.6 yards-per-catch average was practically 6 yards lower than his 2010 average of 22.five.
(About:) This article was distributed by Syndicated Sports news wire and aggregation service, For a lot more NFL news see: Report: Eagles won’t let Jackson go without something in return.
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Posted on 13 November 2011. Tags: brodney pool, concern, Concussion, face, Jerod Mayo, Jets, New England Patriots, New York Jets, news, Nfl News, Patriots, questionable, receiver, Solder, wide
The New England Patriots added offensive tackle Nate Solder to the team’s injury report Saturday, raising some concern about the team’s depth at correct tackle in Sunday’s matchup against the New York Jets.
Solder was listed as questionable with what the team announced as a concussion.
The rookie very first-round choose isn’t a starter for the Patriots, but has still began seven games this season as the team’s swing tackle, mainly in place of Sebastian Vollmer. Vollmer, who returned to the starting lineup last week following missing 5 games, is questionable once more this week with a back injury.
The Patriots have already ruled out linebacker Brandon Spikes (knee), while safety Patrick Chung (foot) and linebacker Jerod Mayo (knee) are among ten players who are questionable.
Wide receiver Plaxico Burress (lower back) and running back Joe McKnight (toe) are expected to play for the Jets. Safety Brodney Pool (knee) and tight finish Shawn Nelson (illness) are questionable.
The Patriots also signed safety Ross Ventrone to the 53-man roster from the practice squad. Wide receiver Tiquan Underwood was released.
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Posted on 17 September 2011. Tags: 3431, Cardinals, Chargers', defeat, End, finish, malcolm floyd, nate kaeding, nick hardwick, objective, San Diego Chargers, wide, yard, Yard Field Goal
The San Diego Chargers traveled to Glendale, AZ to take on the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday evening in one of their final pre-season contests. The Chargers, who have been on the road and last week defeated the Dallas Cowboys, are acquiring a lot more comfortable on the field and the team need to be a powerful contender in the AFC West.
The Chargers started off Saturday on the wrong foot as the Cardinals were able to get on the board initial when they kicked a 36 yard field aim. The Chargers struggled early but had been able to moved down the field. When Quarterback Phillip Rivers was pressured by the Arizona defense, he threw a beautiful pass to Tight End Antonio Gates. He wasn’t able to make the reception so the Chargers had to punt.
On the second Arizona possession, a Bryan Matthews fumble (which was recovered by Center Nick Hardwick) led to a lengthy 52 yard field goal by Nate Kaeding to tie the game up. The Chargers wouldn’t see the finish zone until numerous minutes into the second quarter when Phillip Rivers hits Wide Receiver Vincent Jackson with a 31 yard reception to set up a short pass from Rivers to Antonio Gates for the touchdown.
The Cardinals continued their steady attack in the air and on the ground giving the Cardinals a large lead but with the leadership of Phillip Rivers, (18-28 for 198 yards two touchdowns and 1 interception) he created positive his team wasn’t going to let this game get away from them! Wide Receiver Malcolm Floyd caught a pinpoint pass, Nate Kaeding kicked one more field aim, and we had a football game!
Linebacker Darryl Gamble’s fumble recovering for a touchdown set up backup Quarterback Billy Volek’s two minute drive down the field. With every Chargers fan standing, holding their breath, the Chargers, down 31-27 with 8 seconds remaining, and Volek, who had only 9 completions on 17 attempts, was able to find Wide Receiver Bryan Walters with a 14 yard touchdown pass! The Bolts had been able to pull through and defeat the Arizona Cardinals by the final score of 34-31.
The Chargers now have a two-1 record in the 2011 preseason.
The San Diego Chargers will return house to San Diego to take on the visiting San Francisco 49ers on September 1st in the final preseason game of 2011.
Jeremy Meyer joined 24X7 Network in 2011. He is entering his second season covering the San Diego Chargers and at present is on the beat for Chargers247.com.
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Posted on 10 August 2011. Tags: Eagles', ex, exGiant, Getty, getty images, Giants, jeremy maclin, New York Giants, Nfc East, Philadelphia Eagles, receiver, sign, Smith, Steve, wide
The Philadelphia Eagles aren’t done signing free agents.
Wide receiver Steve Smith, formerly of the NFC East rival New York Giants, has signed with Philadelphia, the Eagles announced.
Details of the contract haven’t been announced, but it’s reportedly a one-year deal, and the Eagles apparently didn’t have to break the bank to get Smith, who may have thought his best chance at a major payday would come from signing with a good team now and then testing free agency again in March.
The Giants were interested in bringing Smith back, but they were also concerned that it would be a long time before Smith’s injured knee was sufficiently healed that he could return any time soon.
The Eagles’ medical staff apparently checked out Smith’s knee and had a more optimistic diagnosis than the Giants’ medical staff.
If Smith can contribute, he’ll be yet another outstanding free agency addition in Philadelphia. He had a sensational season in 2009, catching 107 passes for 1,220 yards and seven touchdowns, and he was off to a very good start in 2010 before catching just one pass in the second half of the season.
If everyone is healthy and ready to go, a receiving corps of Smith, DeSean Jackson, Jeremy Maclin and Jason Avant would be one o the best in the NFL.
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Posted on 20 March 2011. Tags: 1980s, Atlanta Hospital, Bowl, dies, former, Former Nfl, Hill, Houston Oilers, Massive Strokes, Oilers, Pro Bowl, Pro Bowler, receiver, Run And Shoot Offense, wide, Wide Receiver
Former NFL wide receiver Drew Hill, a two-time Pro Bowler who was a key part of the Houston Oilers’
famed “Run and Shoot” offense of the 1980s, died at an Atlanta hospital late
Friday after suffering two massive strokes, according to his agent.
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