On the defensive side of the ball, there's some depth at pass-rush positions in the 2015 class. Here's my Top 5 Prospects at each defensive position; I chose not to distinguish the different safety and defensive tackle positions, and inside linebacker is for both 4-3 and 3-4 base defensive fronts.
Defensive Tackle:
1. Leonard Williams
2. Danny Shelton
3. Eddie Goldman
4. Michael Bennett
5. Malcolm Brown
Defensive End (3-4)
1. Shawn Oakman
2. Arik Armstead
3. Mario Edwards
4. DeForest Buckner
5. Carl Davis
Defensive End (4-3)
1. Randy Gregory
2. Dante Fowler Jr.
3. Nate Orchard
4. Markus Golden
5. Alvin Dupree
Outside Linebacker (3-4)
1. Shane Ray
2. Vic Beasley
3. Lorenzo Mauldin
4. Hau'Oli Kikaha
T-5. Shilique Calhoun
T-5. Eli Harold
Outside Linebacker (4-3)
1. Shaq Thompson
2. Eric Striker
3. Paul Dawson
4. Jordan Jenkins
5. Tony Washington
Inside Linebacker
1. Eric Kendricks
2. Denzel Perryman
3. Benardrick McKinney
4. Jake Ryan
5. Ramik Wilson
Cornerback:
1. Marcus Peters
T-2. Trae Waynes
T-2. Ifo Ekpre-Olomu
3. Quinten Rollins
4. P.J. Williams
5. Senquez Golson
Safety:
1. Landon Collins
2. Cody Prewitt
3. Kurtis Drummond
4. Gerod Holliman
T-5. Anthony Harris
T-5. Derron Smith
Punter:
1. Kyle Christy
2. Spencer Roth
3. Mike Sadler
4. Hunter Mullins
5. Will Baumann
About Me
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- Simply put, I am a football fanatic. I'm well-informed on the game- its players, statistics, history, rules, etc. I love the sport and I enjoy sharing my point of view.
Monday, December 15, 2014
Top Five 2015 Draft Prospects at Each Position: Offense
The 2015 NFL Draft class doesn't compare to last year's crop, but it's got the best group of running backs I've seen in a very long time. Check out my Top 5 at each offensive position.
Quarterback:
1. Marcus Mariota
2. Jameis Winston
3. Brett Hundley
4. Bryce Petty
5. Shane Carden
Running back:
1. Todd Gurley
2. Melvin Gordon
3. Tevin Coleman
4. Ameer Abdullah
T-5. Duke Johnson
T-5. T.J. Yeldon
Fullback:
1. Jalston Fowler
2. Connor Neighbors
3. Zach Zwinak
4. Hunter Joyer
5. Mark Weisman
Wide Receiver:
1. Amari Cooper
2. DeVante Parker
3. Jaelen Strong
4. Kevin White
5. Dorial Green-Beckham
Tight End:
1. Devin Funchess
2. Nick O'Leary
3. Tyler Kroft
4. Clive Walford
5. Jeff Heuerman
Offensive Center:
1. Cameron Irving
2. Hroniss Grasu
3. Reese Dismukes
4. B.J. Finney
5. Andy Gallik
Offensive Guard:
1. Arie Kouandjio
2. A.J. Cann
3. Josue Matias
4. Tre Jackson
5. Laken Tomlinson
Offensive Tackle:
1. Brandon Scherff
2. Andrus Peat
3. Ronnie Stanley
4. Cedric Ogbuehi
T-5. La'el Collins
T-5. T.J. Clemmings
Kicker:
1. Robert Aguayo
2. Jared Roberts
3. Jeremiah Detmer
4. Kyle Brindza
5. Ty Long
Quarterback:
1. Marcus Mariota
2. Jameis Winston
3. Brett Hundley
4. Bryce Petty
5. Shane Carden
Running back:
1. Todd Gurley
2. Melvin Gordon
3. Tevin Coleman
4. Ameer Abdullah
T-5. Duke Johnson
T-5. T.J. Yeldon
Fullback:
1. Jalston Fowler
2. Connor Neighbors
3. Zach Zwinak
4. Hunter Joyer
5. Mark Weisman
Wide Receiver:
1. Amari Cooper
2. DeVante Parker
3. Jaelen Strong
4. Kevin White
5. Dorial Green-Beckham
Tight End:
1. Devin Funchess
2. Nick O'Leary
3. Tyler Kroft
4. Clive Walford
5. Jeff Heuerman
Offensive Center:
1. Cameron Irving
2. Hroniss Grasu
3. Reese Dismukes
4. B.J. Finney
5. Andy Gallik
Offensive Guard:
1. Arie Kouandjio
2. A.J. Cann
3. Josue Matias
4. Tre Jackson
5. Laken Tomlinson
Offensive Tackle:
1. Brandon Scherff
2. Andrus Peat
3. Ronnie Stanley
4. Cedric Ogbuehi
T-5. La'el Collins
T-5. T.J. Clemmings
Kicker:
1. Robert Aguayo
2. Jared Roberts
3. Jeremiah Detmer
4. Kyle Brindza
5. Ty Long
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Week 9 Takeaways
The ninth week of NFL action wasn't short on entertainment. By the way, did anyone else know the Cleveland Browns are 5-3? Anyway, here are some takeaways from Week 9 of the NFL season.
The Patriots sit atop the AFC... for now: The New England Patriots dismantled the Denver Broncos in what could end up being the difference in who gets home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Whoa, whoa, there's still seven weeks left in the regular season and the Patriots -- who are now on their bye week -- have a tough seven remaining games on their schedule (at IND, DET, at GB, at SD, MIA, at NYJ, BUF). Meanwhile, Denver's remaining schedule looks like this (at OAK, at STL, MIA, at KC, BUF, at SD, at CIN, OAK). Now, who do you think has the better chance of winning more games from this point on? If these two teams meet in the playoffs, which looks destined to happen, it could very well come down to who's the host and who's the visitor. The Patriots are the best in the AFC, but it may not be that way for very long.
Ben Roethlisberger: When I look at Big Ben's performances in each of the past two games all I can say is wow. Against the Colts in Week 8 his stat line was: 40-49, 82 percent completions, 522 yards, 6 TDs. Last night against the Ravens: 25-37, 68 percent completions, 340 yards, 6 TDs. Most importantly, they came in winning efforts. It's not a coincidence that rookie wide receiver Martavis Bryant has emerged over the past two games, as he's played a large role in his quarterback's gaudy numbers. Still, Roethlisberger, in his 11th season, isn't mentioned by the media or sportscasters when they discuss the elite quarterbacks, but he certainly belongs in the conversation.
The AFC North: If someone had told me, prior to the season, that after the first nine games of the season the that all four teams in the AFC North would be over .500 I would have scoffed at such a prediction. Yet, that's where the division stands. The Bengals, Browns, Ravens and Steelers all sport winning records -- no other division can say that. Of course, the Browns are the big surprise, as many (including myself) didn't expect very much from them this season. Cleveland will receive a huge boost come Week 12 when star receiver Josh Gordon returns from his suspension.
Injuries: The Eagles placed two starters, linebacker DeMeco Ryans and guard Todd Herremans, on season-ending injured reserve, while starting quarterback Nick Foles is expected to miss 4-8 weeks after suffering a broken collarbone against the Texans. Other notable names who left Sunday's action due to injury: Arian Foster (HOU), Troy Polamalu (PIT), Rolando McClain (DAL), Andre Smith (CIN), Lamar Miller (MIA), Nate Irving (DEN), Kareem Jackson (HOU), and Tyrone Crawford (DAL).
*Team schedules and standings courtesy of CBS Sports
**Player statistics courtesy of Pro Football Reference
***Injury news courtesy of Rotoworld
The Patriots sit atop the AFC... for now: The New England Patriots dismantled the Denver Broncos in what could end up being the difference in who gets home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Whoa, whoa, there's still seven weeks left in the regular season and the Patriots -- who are now on their bye week -- have a tough seven remaining games on their schedule (at IND, DET, at GB, at SD, MIA, at NYJ, BUF). Meanwhile, Denver's remaining schedule looks like this (at OAK, at STL, MIA, at KC, BUF, at SD, at CIN, OAK). Now, who do you think has the better chance of winning more games from this point on? If these two teams meet in the playoffs, which looks destined to happen, it could very well come down to who's the host and who's the visitor. The Patriots are the best in the AFC, but it may not be that way for very long.
Ben Roethlisberger: When I look at Big Ben's performances in each of the past two games all I can say is wow. Against the Colts in Week 8 his stat line was: 40-49, 82 percent completions, 522 yards, 6 TDs. Last night against the Ravens: 25-37, 68 percent completions, 340 yards, 6 TDs. Most importantly, they came in winning efforts. It's not a coincidence that rookie wide receiver Martavis Bryant has emerged over the past two games, as he's played a large role in his quarterback's gaudy numbers. Still, Roethlisberger, in his 11th season, isn't mentioned by the media or sportscasters when they discuss the elite quarterbacks, but he certainly belongs in the conversation.
The AFC North: If someone had told me, prior to the season, that after the first nine games of the season the that all four teams in the AFC North would be over .500 I would have scoffed at such a prediction. Yet, that's where the division stands. The Bengals, Browns, Ravens and Steelers all sport winning records -- no other division can say that. Of course, the Browns are the big surprise, as many (including myself) didn't expect very much from them this season. Cleveland will receive a huge boost come Week 12 when star receiver Josh Gordon returns from his suspension.
Injuries: The Eagles placed two starters, linebacker DeMeco Ryans and guard Todd Herremans, on season-ending injured reserve, while starting quarterback Nick Foles is expected to miss 4-8 weeks after suffering a broken collarbone against the Texans. Other notable names who left Sunday's action due to injury: Arian Foster (HOU), Troy Polamalu (PIT), Rolando McClain (DAL), Andre Smith (CIN), Lamar Miller (MIA), Nate Irving (DEN), Kareem Jackson (HOU), and Tyrone Crawford (DAL).
*Team schedules and standings courtesy of CBS Sports
**Player statistics courtesy of Pro Football Reference
***Injury news courtesy of Rotoworld
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Dallas is For Real
I can't believe how well the Dallas Cowboys are playing this season. The organization once dubbed, "America's Team," sits at 5-1 after going into a hostile environment in Seattle and defeating last year's Super Bowl champion Seahawks. I more or less mocked the Cowboys in the offseason, not expecting them to contend for their division, let alone the NFC. Well, they've proven me and many other sports analysts and talking heads dead wrong, sending a clear message to the other 31 teams: Their for real.
The defense, considered to be the team's Achilles heel entering the season, has found new life under new defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli. A unit that lost the likes of DeMarcus Ware and Jason Hatcher to free agency and the cap casualty, and star linebacker Sean Lee's season was lost before it even began. But there has been consistency from the defense and players are stepping up their game to fill the voids of those lost. Players like Rolando McClain, labeled a bust and retiring at the age of 23, he was a mere afterthought before joining the Cowboys this offseason and his career has been revitalized.
Let's not forget, of course, the success of fourth-year running back DeMarco Murray. The former 2011 third-round draft pick is running like a man possessed. According to Pro-football-reference, Murray leads the league in carries (159), rushing yards (785) and rushing touchdowns (6). With Murray's injury history -- he's never played a full 16 game regular season -- one can't help but wonder if the 25-year old will be able to hold up at this rate. Tony Romo is playing well, although he still seems slowed at time by his back, the same back he had surgery on this past offseason. The offensive line has played well, particularly in the running game, but the trench warriors will be a man down after Jerry Jones announced right tackle Doug Free is expected to miss 3-4 weeks with a foot injury. The team must be feeling pretty damn good with where they stand and it's not farfetched to think they could be 9-1 heading into their Week 11 Bye. Their next four games go like this: home games against the Giants, Washington, and Cardinals and then they go on the road to face the lowly Jacksonville Jaguars. The toughest game is obviously their match up against a very good Arizona Cardinals team but after the Cowboys went on the road and beat Seattle, they should be able to beat any team in the league. I'm not crowning them Super Bowl Champions or anything, although it's not beyond the realm of possibility. All I'm saying is look out everybody, the 'Boys are back in town and they're a force to be reckoned with.
The defense, considered to be the team's Achilles heel entering the season, has found new life under new defensive coordinator Rod Marinelli. A unit that lost the likes of DeMarcus Ware and Jason Hatcher to free agency and the cap casualty, and star linebacker Sean Lee's season was lost before it even began. But there has been consistency from the defense and players are stepping up their game to fill the voids of those lost. Players like Rolando McClain, labeled a bust and retiring at the age of 23, he was a mere afterthought before joining the Cowboys this offseason and his career has been revitalized.
Let's not forget, of course, the success of fourth-year running back DeMarco Murray. The former 2011 third-round draft pick is running like a man possessed. According to Pro-football-reference, Murray leads the league in carries (159), rushing yards (785) and rushing touchdowns (6). With Murray's injury history -- he's never played a full 16 game regular season -- one can't help but wonder if the 25-year old will be able to hold up at this rate. Tony Romo is playing well, although he still seems slowed at time by his back, the same back he had surgery on this past offseason. The offensive line has played well, particularly in the running game, but the trench warriors will be a man down after Jerry Jones announced right tackle Doug Free is expected to miss 3-4 weeks with a foot injury. The team must be feeling pretty damn good with where they stand and it's not farfetched to think they could be 9-1 heading into their Week 11 Bye. Their next four games go like this: home games against the Giants, Washington, and Cardinals and then they go on the road to face the lowly Jacksonville Jaguars. The toughest game is obviously their match up against a very good Arizona Cardinals team but after the Cowboys went on the road and beat Seattle, they should be able to beat any team in the league. I'm not crowning them Super Bowl Champions or anything, although it's not beyond the realm of possibility. All I'm saying is look out everybody, the 'Boys are back in town and they're a force to be reckoned with.
Injury Roundup: Week 6
Sorry for my absence for the past few weeks, my attention has been heavily focused on school and I haven't had as much time as I'd like to focus my attention on my blog. But, what an exciting and interesting season! Last week a number of teams lost significant players to injuries. Here's a list of some of the names we saw go down in Week 6:
Jerod Mayo- The New England Patriots saw several key players leave the game on Sunday, one of them was starting linebacker Jerod Mayo. The signal caller on defense and a team leader, Mayo's season is over after suffering a knee injury against Buffalo. The Pats have lacked depth at linebacker since the offseason and now they'll pay the price. Dont'a Hightower and Jamie Collins are going to have to step up big time.
Victor Cruz- Adding insult to injury, the Giants were shut out by their division rival Philadelphia, and lost their best offensive player in the process. Cruz suffered a torn patellar tendon and had to be carted off the field, he was visibly distraught. This is a huge loss for the Giants, and rookie Odell Beckham Jr. will see a lot more targets and a lot more pressure coming his way as the season goes on.
Alex Mack- The Cleveland Browns' offensive line has been the key to offense's success and against Pittsburgh the unit lost one of it's best players, center Alex Mack. The six-year veteran, who signed a five-year, $42 million contract this past offseason, suffered a broken leg and is expected undergo surgery and miss the rest of the season. Due to the talent on Cleveland's offense line, I don't expect them to fall apart.
Stevan Ridley- Another Patriot whose season is over. Ridley tore his ACL and MCL against Buffalo and the Patriots lose a key part of their offense. The remaining running backs are Shane Vereen, Brandon Bolden, and James White. Vereen is a shifty, change of pace back with a great hands. James White is similar to Vereen, but hasn't seen any meaningful playing time this season. Bolden is the closest thing the team has to Ridley, but he lacks the ability to give consistent production. Ridley is in the last year of his contract and I think he's played his last snap in New England.
Darren Sproles- According to reports, Philadelphia could be without running back Darren Sproles -- who suffered a knee injury against the Giants -- for several weeks. The Eagles currently have no healthy backs behind starter LeSean McCoy, so expect the team to activate Matthew Tucker from the practice squad or sign a free agent.
Other injuries- Patrick Willis (SF), Dee Milliner and Brian Winters (NYJ), Knowshon Moreno (MIA), Doug Free (DAL), Byron Maxwell (SEA), Tramon Williams and Sam Shields (GB), and Armonty Bryant (CLE).
Jerod Mayo- The New England Patriots saw several key players leave the game on Sunday, one of them was starting linebacker Jerod Mayo. The signal caller on defense and a team leader, Mayo's season is over after suffering a knee injury against Buffalo. The Pats have lacked depth at linebacker since the offseason and now they'll pay the price. Dont'a Hightower and Jamie Collins are going to have to step up big time.
Victor Cruz- Adding insult to injury, the Giants were shut out by their division rival Philadelphia, and lost their best offensive player in the process. Cruz suffered a torn patellar tendon and had to be carted off the field, he was visibly distraught. This is a huge loss for the Giants, and rookie Odell Beckham Jr. will see a lot more targets and a lot more pressure coming his way as the season goes on.
Alex Mack- The Cleveland Browns' offensive line has been the key to offense's success and against Pittsburgh the unit lost one of it's best players, center Alex Mack. The six-year veteran, who signed a five-year, $42 million contract this past offseason, suffered a broken leg and is expected undergo surgery and miss the rest of the season. Due to the talent on Cleveland's offense line, I don't expect them to fall apart.
Stevan Ridley- Another Patriot whose season is over. Ridley tore his ACL and MCL against Buffalo and the Patriots lose a key part of their offense. The remaining running backs are Shane Vereen, Brandon Bolden, and James White. Vereen is a shifty, change of pace back with a great hands. James White is similar to Vereen, but hasn't seen any meaningful playing time this season. Bolden is the closest thing the team has to Ridley, but he lacks the ability to give consistent production. Ridley is in the last year of his contract and I think he's played his last snap in New England.
Darren Sproles- According to reports, Philadelphia could be without running back Darren Sproles -- who suffered a knee injury against the Giants -- for several weeks. The Eagles currently have no healthy backs behind starter LeSean McCoy, so expect the team to activate Matthew Tucker from the practice squad or sign a free agent.
Other injuries- Patrick Willis (SF), Dee Milliner and Brian Winters (NYJ), Knowshon Moreno (MIA), Doug Free (DAL), Byron Maxwell (SEA), Tramon Williams and Sam Shields (GB), and Armonty Bryant (CLE).
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Injury Roundup: Week 3
We saw some teams lose some key players last week, here's the latest:
Injured Reserve:
Stephen Tulloch- The Detroit Lions lost their starting middle linebacker and defensive leader to a torn ACL, an injury he suffered in celebration of a sack. His reliability and veteran presence on the field will be hard to replace, but I predict that Tahir Whitehead (Tulloch's replacement) will have success, and ultimately keep the job from here on out.
Danny Woodhead- One week after starting running back Ryan Mathews suffered a knee injury that would sideline him for at least the next 4-5 weeks, the Chargers lost another running back. The versatile and reliable Danny Woodhead suffered a season-ending ankle injury against Buffalo last week. The Chargers' backfield is in disarray, with Donald Brown now thrust into the starting spot. Fortunately for the Chargers, they're going up against the Jaguars this week.
Dennis Pitta- Pitta's season is over after he dislocated a hip in the Ravens' Week 3 victory over the Browns. From the outside, this looks like a crucial blow to the Ravens' offense. But, really, it's not that significant. Two veterans signed this offseason, Owen Daniels and Steve Smith, have proven to be reliable targets for Joe Flacco and their presence will cushion the loss of the team's starting tight end.
Tyvon Branch- For the second consecutive season, Tyvon Branch's season ends prematurely. Last year, the Oakland Raider's safety was placed on IR two weeks into the season, this year it's three. Branch is a good player, and has been with Oakland since the team drafted him in 2008. Veteran journeyman Usama Young will take over the starting safety spot next to Charles Woodson.
Matt Cassel, Brandon Fusco- The Vikings lost two starters for the rest of the season, placing quarterback Matt Cassel and starting right guard Brandon Fusco on injured reserve. The real damage is done by the loss of Fusco -- who had just signed a 5-year $25 million contract extension with the team -- his value will be evident once fans see the play of his replacement, Vladimir Ducasse. As for Cassel, well let's just say his time as the starting quarterback in Minnesota is up, and the Teddy Bridgewater Era has begun.
*Injury and contract news courtesy of NFL.com
Injured Reserve:
Stephen Tulloch- The Detroit Lions lost their starting middle linebacker and defensive leader to a torn ACL, an injury he suffered in celebration of a sack. His reliability and veteran presence on the field will be hard to replace, but I predict that Tahir Whitehead (Tulloch's replacement) will have success, and ultimately keep the job from here on out.
Danny Woodhead- One week after starting running back Ryan Mathews suffered a knee injury that would sideline him for at least the next 4-5 weeks, the Chargers lost another running back. The versatile and reliable Danny Woodhead suffered a season-ending ankle injury against Buffalo last week. The Chargers' backfield is in disarray, with Donald Brown now thrust into the starting spot. Fortunately for the Chargers, they're going up against the Jaguars this week.
Dennis Pitta- Pitta's season is over after he dislocated a hip in the Ravens' Week 3 victory over the Browns. From the outside, this looks like a crucial blow to the Ravens' offense. But, really, it's not that significant. Two veterans signed this offseason, Owen Daniels and Steve Smith, have proven to be reliable targets for Joe Flacco and their presence will cushion the loss of the team's starting tight end.
Tyvon Branch- For the second consecutive season, Tyvon Branch's season ends prematurely. Last year, the Oakland Raider's safety was placed on IR two weeks into the season, this year it's three. Branch is a good player, and has been with Oakland since the team drafted him in 2008. Veteran journeyman Usama Young will take over the starting safety spot next to Charles Woodson.
Matt Cassel, Brandon Fusco- The Vikings lost two starters for the rest of the season, placing quarterback Matt Cassel and starting right guard Brandon Fusco on injured reserve. The real damage is done by the loss of Fusco -- who had just signed a 5-year $25 million contract extension with the team -- his value will be evident once fans see the play of his replacement, Vladimir Ducasse. As for Cassel, well let's just say his time as the starting quarterback in Minnesota is up, and the Teddy Bridgewater Era has begun.
*Injury and contract news courtesy of NFL.com
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Week 2 Recap
1. The Seahawks are mere mortals on the road. Much has been made of the Seattle Seahawks and how talented they are, and rightfully so; they're arguably the best team in the league. With that being said, they're noticeably less intimidating and impressive when they don't have their home fans to crank up the noise. The Chargers beat the Seahawks 30-21, with veteran tight end Antonio Gates (whom I wrongly accused of being on the back end of his career and ready to pass the torch to his backup) lighting up the Seahawks' defense for 96 yards and three touchdowns. If Seattle doesn't clinch home field advantage throughout the playoffs, they're chances at a Super Bowl take a dramatic hit.
2. Injury roundup: Another week, another handful of players succumb to injury. The Bears have lost starting cornerback Charles Tillman for the rest of the season, the veteran suffered an injury to his right triceps, while the Giants also lost a cornerback, Walter Thurmond, for the season with a pectoral injury. Other notable players who left the field in Week 2 -- who will miss some time -- due to injury: Jamaal Charles (KC), Mark Ingram (NO), Ryan Mathews (SD), Robert Griffin III (WAS), A.J. Green (CIN), Rod Streater (OAK), Jon Beason (NYG), Arthur Jones (IND), and Knowshon Moreno (MIA).
3. The Giants suck. The G-Men lost at home to an Arizona Cardinals team that started backup quarterback Drew Stanton. Keep in mind this was Stanton's first regular season start since 2010! They've won the Super Bowl after starting 0-2, but it just isn't a possibility this season. Eli Manning, and the Giants' offense as a whole, looks atrocious. The defense and special teams units are playing like crap. But hey, at least they'll get a high draft pick next year. As Bleacher Report's Matt Miller tweeted, "Giants fans are going to LOVE Leonard Williams next season. #Top5Pick."
4. Two talented Patriots need to step up. Wide receiver's Danny Amendola and Brandon LaFell were highly touted free agent acquisitions and both players are vastly underachieving. Amendola is earning $6.8 million this season and LaFell $3 million. The Pats overpaid for Amendola to begin with, but the fact remains that his performance has been underwhelming and considering this is his second year in the offense, he should be making far more of an impact. LaFell is probably still trying to learn the ins and outs of the offense and working on his chemistry with Tom Brady; hopefully that happens soon.
5. The Vikings' brass fails to make a statement. The Vikings deactivated All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson from Sunday's game against the New England Patriots in the wake of his indictment on a charge of reckless or negligent injury to a child. Peterson hit his son with a switch as a form of discipline, leaving marks on the 4-year-old. The Vikings' front office could have made a statement that these types of abusive behaviors will not be tolerated by deactivating Peterson until a verdict was reached -- his day in court will take place October 8th, according to NFL.com Wire Reports. But, yet again, we see that the NFL is no different than any other successful business in that money trumps all else, and decisions aren't made based on what's morally right. UPDATE: The Vikings have placed Peterson the Exempt List/Commissioner's Permission List, meaning he must remain away for all team activities until his current legal situation comes to a close. This means nothing. The team's decision makers made this choice due to the backlash from the public when news broke that Peterson was going to be allowed to play in Week 3. The Vikings organization, and the Nation Football League as a whole, have lost any and all credibility.
*Injury news courtesy of NFL.com
2. Injury roundup: Another week, another handful of players succumb to injury. The Bears have lost starting cornerback Charles Tillman for the rest of the season, the veteran suffered an injury to his right triceps, while the Giants also lost a cornerback, Walter Thurmond, for the season with a pectoral injury. Other notable players who left the field in Week 2 -- who will miss some time -- due to injury: Jamaal Charles (KC), Mark Ingram (NO), Ryan Mathews (SD), Robert Griffin III (WAS), A.J. Green (CIN), Rod Streater (OAK), Jon Beason (NYG), Arthur Jones (IND), and Knowshon Moreno (MIA).
3. The Giants suck. The G-Men lost at home to an Arizona Cardinals team that started backup quarterback Drew Stanton. Keep in mind this was Stanton's first regular season start since 2010! They've won the Super Bowl after starting 0-2, but it just isn't a possibility this season. Eli Manning, and the Giants' offense as a whole, looks atrocious. The defense and special teams units are playing like crap. But hey, at least they'll get a high draft pick next year. As Bleacher Report's Matt Miller tweeted, "Giants fans are going to LOVE Leonard Williams next season. #Top5Pick."
4. Two talented Patriots need to step up. Wide receiver's Danny Amendola and Brandon LaFell were highly touted free agent acquisitions and both players are vastly underachieving. Amendola is earning $6.8 million this season and LaFell $3 million. The Pats overpaid for Amendola to begin with, but the fact remains that his performance has been underwhelming and considering this is his second year in the offense, he should be making far more of an impact. LaFell is probably still trying to learn the ins and outs of the offense and working on his chemistry with Tom Brady; hopefully that happens soon.
5. The Vikings' brass fails to make a statement. The Vikings deactivated All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson from Sunday's game against the New England Patriots in the wake of his indictment on a charge of reckless or negligent injury to a child. Peterson hit his son with a switch as a form of discipline, leaving marks on the 4-year-old. The Vikings' front office could have made a statement that these types of abusive behaviors will not be tolerated by deactivating Peterson until a verdict was reached -- his day in court will take place October 8th, according to NFL.com Wire Reports. But, yet again, we see that the NFL is no different than any other successful business in that money trumps all else, and decisions aren't made based on what's morally right. UPDATE: The Vikings have placed Peterson the Exempt List/Commissioner's Permission List, meaning he must remain away for all team activities until his current legal situation comes to a close. This means nothing. The team's decision makers made this choice due to the backlash from the public when news broke that Peterson was going to be allowed to play in Week 3. The Vikings organization, and the Nation Football League as a whole, have lost any and all credibility.
*Injury news courtesy of NFL.com
Sunday, September 14, 2014
What to Watch For: Week 2
Week 2 began on Thursday night, as the Baltimore Ravens annihilated a division foe, the Pittsburgh Steelers, 26-6. There's still fifteen games on the slate, fourteen today and one tomorrow night. There's bound to be an upset or two, and you know some very good, very impactful players are going to suffer an injury; it's inevitable. I don't want to be a Negative Nancy, so here's what to watch for in Week 2!
1. Who will be 2-0, Miami or Buffalo? One week after upsetting better competition, the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills square off, fighting for the best record in the division. These two teams surprised people with their performances in Week 1, and this should be a hard-fought, exciting game. Who would have thought?
2. The Minnesota Vikings offense sans Adrian Peterson. The Vikings host the New England Patriots today and will be without their best player-- running back Adrian Peterson. According to Gregg Rosenthal of NFL.com, Peterson has been deactivated from this week's contest after he was arrested and indicted on charges of child endangerment on Thursday. On a pure-football note, the Vikings' offense is in trouble.
3. The Atlanta Falcons' receivers versus the Cincinnati Bengals' cornerbacks. Matt Ryan was on fire against New Orleans last week, torching the Saints' defense for 448 yards and three touchdowns. This week, the Bengals will provide a more formidable opponent. I'm looking to see how the Falcons' wide receivers -- Julio Jones, Roddy White, Harry Douglas, and Devin Hester -- fare against the Bengals' cornerbacks -- Terence Newman, Leon Hall, Adam Jones, Dre Kirkpatrick, and Darqueze Dennard.
4. Aaron Rodgers's rebound. After opening the season against last year's Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks and failing to bring their A-game, or even their B-game for that matter, the Green Bay Packers, and particularly quarterback Aaron Rodgers, are going to come out firing against the New York Jets today. They were embarrassed by the Seahawks and are looking to get that bad taste out of their mouths. Rex Ryan's defense may be in for a long afternoon.
1. Who will be 2-0, Miami or Buffalo? One week after upsetting better competition, the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills square off, fighting for the best record in the division. These two teams surprised people with their performances in Week 1, and this should be a hard-fought, exciting game. Who would have thought?
2. The Minnesota Vikings offense sans Adrian Peterson. The Vikings host the New England Patriots today and will be without their best player-- running back Adrian Peterson. According to Gregg Rosenthal of NFL.com, Peterson has been deactivated from this week's contest after he was arrested and indicted on charges of child endangerment on Thursday. On a pure-football note, the Vikings' offense is in trouble.
3. The Atlanta Falcons' receivers versus the Cincinnati Bengals' cornerbacks. Matt Ryan was on fire against New Orleans last week, torching the Saints' defense for 448 yards and three touchdowns. This week, the Bengals will provide a more formidable opponent. I'm looking to see how the Falcons' wide receivers -- Julio Jones, Roddy White, Harry Douglas, and Devin Hester -- fare against the Bengals' cornerbacks -- Terence Newman, Leon Hall, Adam Jones, Dre Kirkpatrick, and Darqueze Dennard.
4. Aaron Rodgers's rebound. After opening the season against last year's Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks and failing to bring their A-game, or even their B-game for that matter, the Green Bay Packers, and particularly quarterback Aaron Rodgers, are going to come out firing against the New York Jets today. They were embarrassed by the Seahawks and are looking to get that bad taste out of their mouths. Rex Ryan's defense may be in for a long afternoon.
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Week 1 Recap
The first week of the 2014 regular season is officially behind us, and the action didn't disappoint -- unless your team lost. I'm going to recap some of the things from the opening week that stood out to me the most.
1) Remember: We're only one week into the season, and it's a long season. So, don't overreact -- although that part is pretty much inevitable -- to what transpired in Week 1. There's still a lot of games left to play.
2) The Patriots' offensive line is a glaring weakness. What I saw in the New England's Week 1 loss against the Dolphins was an offensive line that was abused by Miami's front four. Led by Cameron Wake and Olivier Vernon, the Dolphins' defensive line applied constant pressure on Tom Brady and the Patriots' offensive line looked like worse than it's looked it years. As the season continues, I expect this unit to begin to mesh and improve. Because if they don't, it hurts the Pats' chances of making a deep playoff run.
3) J.J. Watt is worth every penny. The Houston Texans signed defensive end J.J. Watt to a 6-year contract extension worth $100 million, the largest contract ever signed by a defensive player. And, like he's done since he entered the league in 2011, he showed the world why he deserves to be the highest paid defender in the game. He was active throughout the game versus Washington, recording one sack, one pass defended and also recovered a fumble. He is a once in a generation kind of player.
4) Injuries abound. Just one week in and already several key players have been lost for the season. Some of the players include: Derrick Johnson and Mike DeVito (KC), Robert Mathis and Cam Johnson (IND), Zach Brown (TEN), Danell Ellerbe (MIA), Nick Hardwick (SD), Evan Mathis and Allen Barbre (PHI), and Mike Jenkins (TB).
5) Josh McCown is a journeyman. Josh McCown did a great job with the Chicago Bears last season when he was called upon after Jay Cutler got hurt. He played exceptionally well and looked like a starting caliber quarterback. But, it was a fluke. In my opinion the 35-year-old is a backup quarterback. The talent and weapons on this Buccaneers' offense are just as legitimate as the ones he played with in Chicago last season. Am I judging him too quickly, considering it's just one game into the season? Perhaps. Only time will tell.
6) The Jaguars have a bright future. An up and coming team with good mix young talent and veteran leadership, led by a General Manager and Head Coach who are moving them in the right direction. And in last Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, it showed. The up-tempo Eagles' offense was stifled by the Jaguars' defense for a while, but Philly came back to win by a two touchdown margin. Jacksonville's performance showed reason for their fans to be excited, though.
*Stats courtesy of Pro Football Reference
*Injury news courtesy of CBS Sports
1) Remember: We're only one week into the season, and it's a long season. So, don't overreact -- although that part is pretty much inevitable -- to what transpired in Week 1. There's still a lot of games left to play.
2) The Patriots' offensive line is a glaring weakness. What I saw in the New England's Week 1 loss against the Dolphins was an offensive line that was abused by Miami's front four. Led by Cameron Wake and Olivier Vernon, the Dolphins' defensive line applied constant pressure on Tom Brady and the Patriots' offensive line looked like worse than it's looked it years. As the season continues, I expect this unit to begin to mesh and improve. Because if they don't, it hurts the Pats' chances of making a deep playoff run.
3) J.J. Watt is worth every penny. The Houston Texans signed defensive end J.J. Watt to a 6-year contract extension worth $100 million, the largest contract ever signed by a defensive player. And, like he's done since he entered the league in 2011, he showed the world why he deserves to be the highest paid defender in the game. He was active throughout the game versus Washington, recording one sack, one pass defended and also recovered a fumble. He is a once in a generation kind of player.
4) Injuries abound. Just one week in and already several key players have been lost for the season. Some of the players include: Derrick Johnson and Mike DeVito (KC), Robert Mathis and Cam Johnson (IND), Zach Brown (TEN), Danell Ellerbe (MIA), Nick Hardwick (SD), Evan Mathis and Allen Barbre (PHI), and Mike Jenkins (TB).
5) Josh McCown is a journeyman. Josh McCown did a great job with the Chicago Bears last season when he was called upon after Jay Cutler got hurt. He played exceptionally well and looked like a starting caliber quarterback. But, it was a fluke. In my opinion the 35-year-old is a backup quarterback. The talent and weapons on this Buccaneers' offense are just as legitimate as the ones he played with in Chicago last season. Am I judging him too quickly, considering it's just one game into the season? Perhaps. Only time will tell.
6) The Jaguars have a bright future. An up and coming team with good mix young talent and veteran leadership, led by a General Manager and Head Coach who are moving them in the right direction. And in last Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, it showed. The up-tempo Eagles' offense was stifled by the Jaguars' defense for a while, but Philly came back to win by a two touchdown margin. Jacksonville's performance showed reason for their fans to be excited, though.
*Stats courtesy of Pro Football Reference
*Injury news courtesy of CBS Sports
Sunday, September 7, 2014
What to Watch For: Week 1
It's Week 1 of the 2014 regular season! And it's about damn time! Here's What to Watch For:
1. Can San Francisco shake off their preseason offensive woes? This would be the most opportune of times, as they head to Dallas to face a porous Cowboys defense.
2. The Atlanta Falcons were atrocious last year, but they open this season at home against a division rival: the New Orleans Saints. They can make a big statement with a win today.
3. Rookie Derek Carr was named the starting quarterback for the Oakland Raiders. He'll be tested against Rex Ryan's defense, if he plays well, Matt Schaub may never regain the starting job.
4. AFC North matchups: Baltimore vs. Cincinnati and Cleveland vs. Pittsburgh. The Browns are the only team that I figure to be out of playoff contention come late in the season, which makes these division games very important for the other three teams.
1. Can San Francisco shake off their preseason offensive woes? This would be the most opportune of times, as they head to Dallas to face a porous Cowboys defense.
2. The Atlanta Falcons were atrocious last year, but they open this season at home against a division rival: the New Orleans Saints. They can make a big statement with a win today.
3. Rookie Derek Carr was named the starting quarterback for the Oakland Raiders. He'll be tested against Rex Ryan's defense, if he plays well, Matt Schaub may never regain the starting job.
4. AFC North matchups: Baltimore vs. Cincinnati and Cleveland vs. Pittsburgh. The Browns are the only team that I figure to be out of playoff contention come late in the season, which makes these division games very important for the other three teams.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Jim Irsay gets off easy
Just as Commissioner Roger Goodell botched the punishment -- or lack thereof -- of Baltimore Ravens' running back Ray Rice, he's done the same with the discipline handed down to Indianapolis Colts' owner Jim Irsay. Irsay -- owner of the team since he took over for his father in '97 -- was arrested . Jeff Gray of SB Nation, had more on the details of the night Irsay was arrested:
"The 55-year-old Irsay was arrested in the late hours of March 16 in Carmel, Ind. and initially charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated and four counts of possession of a controlled substance. Blood tests revealed 'oxycodone and/or hydrocodone' in his system after police pulled him over for traveling 10 mph in a 35 mph zone. In addition to bottles of prescription drugs, police found nearly $30,000 in cash in Irsay's car, $12,000 of which was bundled into a laundry bag. When questioned about the cash by Bob Kravitz of the Indianapolis Star, Irsay brushed it aside with a vague reference to his being 'extremely generous.'"
Goodell's punishment for Irsay may sound fair --a six game suspension, banishment from league and team facilities, a $500,000 fine, and loss of social media privileges -- but when taken into context, it's hardly severe enough. According to Amy Haneline of Indianapolis Star, the impact that the $500,000 fine has on Jim Irsay -- whose net worth is $1.7 billion -- is like taking $14.23 from the average Indiana resident. And then there's the six game suspension and banishment from team facilities and social media, which means he'll be forced to watch the game from the comfort of his luxurious estate or any other location that doesn't involve the NFL.
Will Smith, the Baltimore Ravens' safety formerly a member of the New York Giants, is serving a six game suspension, just like Jim Irsay. The most significant difference is that Smith won't be paid for those six games and Irsay will. That's not right. Commissioner Goodell needs to hold team owners to an equal, if not higher, standard as the players.
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Super Bowl XLIX Prediction
There's no repeats here. I don't envision either Denver or Seattle to reach the Super Bowl this season, despite the talent and depth of both teams. Rather, I believe it will the New England Patriots squaring off against the Green Bay Packers -- a match up we will see in Week 13 of the regular season.
New England reached the AFC Championship game in 2013 despite injuries to several key players (Rob Gronkowski, Jerod Mayo, and Vince Wilfork to name a few) and less talent and depth than this year's roster. It's true the AFC's other top team, the Denver Broncos, have also improved. I still give the edge to the Patriots because they boast the better defense and when the lights shine bright Tom Brady thrives, while Peyton Manning shrinks. Darrelle Revis will make every other player on the Pats' defense better, while the offense has more weapons and last year's rookie receivers are now comfortable in the offense. And Bill Belichick and Tom Brady might have something to do with it, too. I think the Patriots will have the best record in the league this season, meaning they'll be playing at home throughout the playoffs. The Pats beat the Broncos in the AFC Championship game.
Green Bay was not a very healthy team last season, either. Aaron Rodgers missed the last seven games of the regular season. Clay Matthews and Nick Perry were slowed by injuries throughout the season, while Bryan Bulaga, Randall Cobb, Casey Hayward, DuJuan Harris and Jermichael Finley all ended up on injured reserve. This season, the Green Bay Packers are a much improved football team. I am particularly impressed by their linebacking corps. Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers on the outside, with A.J. Hawk and Brad Jones inside. The versatile Mike Neal and 2012 first-round pick Nick Perry serve as next two in line at outside linebacker, with Andy Mulumba and rookies Carl Bradford and Jay Elliott providing exceptional depth. Jamari Lattimore and Sam Barrington are the backup inside linebackers. I expect Defensive Coordinator Dom Capers to have a lot of creative blitzes that utilize his allotment of talented pass-rushers. I think Green Bay will earn home-field advantage and play host to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship game, ultimately beating them to advance to the Super Bowl.
Super Bowl XLIX: New England Patriots 34 Green Bay Packers 24
New England reached the AFC Championship game in 2013 despite injuries to several key players (Rob Gronkowski, Jerod Mayo, and Vince Wilfork to name a few) and less talent and depth than this year's roster. It's true the AFC's other top team, the Denver Broncos, have also improved. I still give the edge to the Patriots because they boast the better defense and when the lights shine bright Tom Brady thrives, while Peyton Manning shrinks. Darrelle Revis will make every other player on the Pats' defense better, while the offense has more weapons and last year's rookie receivers are now comfortable in the offense. And Bill Belichick and Tom Brady might have something to do with it, too. I think the Patriots will have the best record in the league this season, meaning they'll be playing at home throughout the playoffs. The Pats beat the Broncos in the AFC Championship game.
Green Bay was not a very healthy team last season, either. Aaron Rodgers missed the last seven games of the regular season. Clay Matthews and Nick Perry were slowed by injuries throughout the season, while Bryan Bulaga, Randall Cobb, Casey Hayward, DuJuan Harris and Jermichael Finley all ended up on injured reserve. This season, the Green Bay Packers are a much improved football team. I am particularly impressed by their linebacking corps. Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers on the outside, with A.J. Hawk and Brad Jones inside. The versatile Mike Neal and 2012 first-round pick Nick Perry serve as next two in line at outside linebacker, with Andy Mulumba and rookies Carl Bradford and Jay Elliott providing exceptional depth. Jamari Lattimore and Sam Barrington are the backup inside linebackers. I expect Defensive Coordinator Dom Capers to have a lot of creative blitzes that utilize his allotment of talented pass-rushers. I think Green Bay will earn home-field advantage and play host to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship game, ultimately beating them to advance to the Super Bowl.
Super Bowl XLIX: New England Patriots 34 Green Bay Packers 24
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Officials Steal the Show in Week 1 of Preseason
During the offseason the league informed all 32 teams that there would be stricter enforcement of certain penalties in 2014. For example, illegal contact beyond five yards of the line of scrimmage. The result? Yellow flags galore. I went to cbssports and viewed the statistics for every Week 1 preseason game and added up the total number of penalties called and yardage, and the numbers were staggering. Between the sixteen games that took place, there were 273 penalties called for 2,320 yards. The average number of penalties called per game was 17 for 145 yards. Unfortunately I wasn't able to find out the specifics, like how many of the penalties called were the result of illegal contact by a defensive player, but the league's modus operandi is blatantly obvious.
It's just like what happened a decade ago. In 2004 the NFL decided to more strictly enforce the rule prohibiting defensive backs from making contact with receivers more than five-yards past the line of scrimmage. What caused the change was the pure dominance of the New England Patriots' defense, particularly their secondary.
Fast forward a ten years, after the league's highest-scoring offense gets shut down by the league's best defense in the Super Bowl, and it seems that history is repeating itself.
It's important to understand that the NFL is a business, and that the most important thing to Roger Goodell and the team owners is money. And what draws in viewers? High scoring games. Hard core football fans, such as myself, appreciate good defense. But the more points that are scored, the more people tune in to the games. This is yet another example of Commissioner Roger Goodell's lack of integrity.
At this rate, the saying "defense wins championships" will no longer be reign true.
It's just like what happened a decade ago. In 2004 the NFL decided to more strictly enforce the rule prohibiting defensive backs from making contact with receivers more than five-yards past the line of scrimmage. What caused the change was the pure dominance of the New England Patriots' defense, particularly their secondary.
Fast forward a ten years, after the league's highest-scoring offense gets shut down by the league's best defense in the Super Bowl, and it seems that history is repeating itself.
It's important to understand that the NFL is a business, and that the most important thing to Roger Goodell and the team owners is money. And what draws in viewers? High scoring games. Hard core football fans, such as myself, appreciate good defense. But the more points that are scored, the more people tune in to the games. This is yet another example of Commissioner Roger Goodell's lack of integrity.
At this rate, the saying "defense wins championships" will no longer be reign true.
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions
LAST UPDATED: 6:58 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matthew Stafford, Dan Orlovsky, Kellen Moore
Running Back (3)- Reggie Bush, Joique Bell, Theo Riddick
Fullback (2)- Jed Collins, Montell Owens
Wide Receiver (6)- Calvin Johnson, Golden Tate, Ryan Broyles, Kevin Ogletree, Jeremy Ross, Corey Fuller
Tight End (3)- Brandon Pettigrew, Eric Ebron, Joseph Fauria
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Dominic Raiola, Rob Sims, Larry Warford, Travis Swanson
Offensive Tackle (4)- Reilly Reiff, LaAdrian Waddle, Corey Hilliard, Cornelius Lucas
Defensive Tackle (4)- Ndamukong Suh, Nick Fairley, C.J. Mosley, Caraun Reid
Defensive End (5)- Ziggy Ansah, Jason Jones, Devin Taylor, George Johnson, Larry Webster
Linebacker (6)- Stephen Tulloch, DeAndre Levy, Kyle Van Noy, Tahir Whitehead, Ashlee Palmer, Travis Lewis
Defensive Back (10)- Glover Quin, James Ihedigbo, Darius Slay, Rashean Mathis, Bill Bentley, Cassius Vaughn, Nevin Lawson, Don Carey, Isa Abdul-Quddus, Jerome Couplin
Kicker (1)- Nate Freese
Punter (1)- Sam Martin
Long Snapper (1)- Don Muhlbach
Physically Unable to Perform- T.J. Jones
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 6:58 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matthew Stafford, Dan Orlovsky, Kellen Moore
Running Back (3)- Reggie Bush, Joique Bell, Theo Riddick
Fullback (2)- Jed Collins, Montell Owens
Wide Receiver (6)- Calvin Johnson, Golden Tate, Ryan Broyles, Kevin Ogletree, Jeremy Ross, Corey Fuller
Tight End (3)- Brandon Pettigrew, Eric Ebron, Joseph Fauria
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Dominic Raiola, Rob Sims, Larry Warford, Travis Swanson
Offensive Tackle (4)- Reilly Reiff, LaAdrian Waddle, Corey Hilliard, Cornelius Lucas
Defensive Tackle (4)- Ndamukong Suh, Nick Fairley, C.J. Mosley, Caraun Reid
Defensive End (5)- Ziggy Ansah, Jason Jones, Devin Taylor, George Johnson, Larry Webster
Linebacker (6)- Stephen Tulloch, DeAndre Levy, Kyle Van Noy, Tahir Whitehead, Ashlee Palmer, Travis Lewis
Defensive Back (10)- Glover Quin, James Ihedigbo, Darius Slay, Rashean Mathis, Bill Bentley, Cassius Vaughn, Nevin Lawson, Don Carey, Isa Abdul-Quddus, Jerome Couplin
Kicker (1)- Nate Freese
Punter (1)- Sam Martin
Long Snapper (1)- Don Muhlbach
Physically Unable to Perform- T.J. Jones
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Under the Radar Breakout Candidates
A few months ago I published a list containing second-year players who I believe will have breakout performances in 2014. Just the other day it hit me- why am I not talking about the other guys who are going to burst onto the scene this season? This is long over due, but here are some of the more seasoned players -- who are flying under the radar -- who I expect to have breakout performances in 2014.
Toby Gerhart- After spending the first four years of his pro career in the shadow of the league's most dominant running back, Gerhart is no longer stuck behind Adrian Peterson. Entering his fifth season in the league, Gerhart is "the guy" in Jacksonville. With little wear and tear -- he's only accumulated 276 carries in his career -- there's plenty of reasons to believe he will be the bruising runner he showed glimpses of in Minnesota. I fully expect him to be a bell-cow for the Jaguars' offense and be very productive.
Willie Young- Drafted by the Lions in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft, Willie Young will be playing his former team at least two times this season after signing a three-year deal with the Chicago Bears. Young won't be a starter, but with veteran Jared Allen's play counts numbered, Young is going to see plenty of time on the field. And in an impressive defensive line rotation, I expect him to compile at least six sacks this season and wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks.
Nick Foles- One could argue that 2013 was Foles' breakout year, throwing 27 touchdown passes to just two interceptions. However, I would disagree with that assessment. Why? Because this season he is the incumbent starter and will build off of his impressive 2013 campaign. I expect big production from Foles in 2014. He'll certainly throw more interceptions, but he'll also throw more touchdowns.
Ladarius Green- Philip Rivers' safety blanket for the past decade, tight end Antonio Gates, is 34-years old. While his production (872 yards in 2013) may not show his declination, Gates' athleticism does, and his playmaking ability has taken a hit as a result. Enter third-year tight end Ladarius Green. It's taken time for him to develop his game, but last season we saw glimpses of the kind of player Green is capable of being. He's big (6'6", 240lbs.) and fast (4.45 40-yard dash), and should see an increased role in the offense this season.
Andrew Hawkins- While wide receiver Andrew Hawkins may not look like much -- he stands 5-feet 7-inches and weighs 175-pounds -- he's proven to be an effective player in the slot. After spending his first three seasons in Cincinnati, the 27-year old will be playing for a division foe, the Cleveland Browns. And if star wide receiver Josh Gordon is suspended, Hawkins is going to see a lot more passes thrown his way this year.
*Stats courtesy of Pro-Football-Reference
*Contract details courtesy of Spotrac
Toby Gerhart- After spending the first four years of his pro career in the shadow of the league's most dominant running back, Gerhart is no longer stuck behind Adrian Peterson. Entering his fifth season in the league, Gerhart is "the guy" in Jacksonville. With little wear and tear -- he's only accumulated 276 carries in his career -- there's plenty of reasons to believe he will be the bruising runner he showed glimpses of in Minnesota. I fully expect him to be a bell-cow for the Jaguars' offense and be very productive.
Willie Young- Drafted by the Lions in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft, Willie Young will be playing his former team at least two times this season after signing a three-year deal with the Chicago Bears. Young won't be a starter, but with veteran Jared Allen's play counts numbered, Young is going to see plenty of time on the field. And in an impressive defensive line rotation, I expect him to compile at least six sacks this season and wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks.
Nick Foles- One could argue that 2013 was Foles' breakout year, throwing 27 touchdown passes to just two interceptions. However, I would disagree with that assessment. Why? Because this season he is the incumbent starter and will build off of his impressive 2013 campaign. I expect big production from Foles in 2014. He'll certainly throw more interceptions, but he'll also throw more touchdowns.
Ladarius Green- Philip Rivers' safety blanket for the past decade, tight end Antonio Gates, is 34-years old. While his production (872 yards in 2013) may not show his declination, Gates' athleticism does, and his playmaking ability has taken a hit as a result. Enter third-year tight end Ladarius Green. It's taken time for him to develop his game, but last season we saw glimpses of the kind of player Green is capable of being. He's big (6'6", 240lbs.) and fast (4.45 40-yard dash), and should see an increased role in the offense this season.
Andrew Hawkins- While wide receiver Andrew Hawkins may not look like much -- he stands 5-feet 7-inches and weighs 175-pounds -- he's proven to be an effective player in the slot. After spending his first three seasons in Cincinnati, the 27-year old will be playing for a division foe, the Cleveland Browns. And if star wide receiver Josh Gordon is suspended, Hawkins is going to see a lot more passes thrown his way this year.
*Stats courtesy of Pro-Football-Reference
*Contract details courtesy of Spotrac
Saturday, July 26, 2014
Commissioner Goodell sending a bad message to the players and public
"Breaking news: Baltimore Ravens' running back Ray Rice has been suspended for the first two games of the regular season," is what I read along the ticker at the bottom of the television screen on the NFL Network. Really, that's it? Just two games? NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's views on discipline are greatly distorted, in my opinion.
The message that the Commissioner is sending to the players, and to the public, is that smoking marijuana is a more serious crime than domestic violence. That's certainly the message I'm receiving, considering that Cleveland Browns' wide receiver Josh Gordon is facing a potential one-year suspension for using marijuana while Ray Rice, who was caught on camera physically assaulting his wife, has been suspended a mere two games.
In no way am I justifying Gordon's usage of marijuana, the fact remains that it's illegal and he knew that he would be punished by the league if caught using it, and he should be disciplined. But, how can marijuana usage call for severer consequences than domestic violence? Please, someone enlighten me as to where exactly the logic lies in Commissioner Goodell's reasoning, because I sure as hell can't see it.
The message that the Commissioner is sending to the players, and to the public, is that smoking marijuana is a more serious crime than domestic violence. That's certainly the message I'm receiving, considering that Cleveland Browns' wide receiver Josh Gordon is facing a potential one-year suspension for using marijuana while Ray Rice, who was caught on camera physically assaulting his wife, has been suspended a mere two games.
In no way am I justifying Gordon's usage of marijuana, the fact remains that it's illegal and he knew that he would be punished by the league if caught using it, and he should be disciplined. But, how can marijuana usage call for severer consequences than domestic violence? Please, someone enlighten me as to where exactly the logic lies in Commissioner Goodell's reasoning, because I sure as hell can't see it.
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore Ravens
LAST UPDATED: 9:46 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Joe Flacco, Tyrod Taylor
Running Back (4)- Bernard Pierce, Justin Forsett, Lorenzo Taliaferro, Fitzgerald Toussaint
Fullback (1)- Kyle Juszczyk
Wide Receiver (7)- Torrey Smith, Steve Smith, Jacoby Jones, Marlon Brown, Deonte Thompson, Kamar Aiken, Michael Campanaro
Tight End (3)- Dennis Pitta, Owen Daniels, Crockett Gilmore
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Jeremy Zuttah, Marshal Yanda, Kelechi Osmele, Gino Gradkowski, John Urschel
Offensive Tackle (4)- Eugene Monroe, Ricky Wagner, Jah Reid, James Hurst
Nose Tackle (2)- Haloti Ngata, Brandon Williams
Defensive End (3)- Chris Canty, Timmy Jernigan, DeAngelo Tyson
Linebacker (9)- Daryl Smith, C.J. Mosley, Terrell Suggs, Elvis Dumervil, Courtney Upshaw, Pernell McPhee, Arthur Brown, Albert McClellan, Zachary Orr
Defensive Back (10)- Matt Elam, Terrence Brooks, Lardarius Webb, Jimmy Smith, Darian Stewart, Chykie Brown, Asa Jackson, Anthony Levine, Jeromy Miles, Brynden Trawick
Kicker (1)- Justin Tucker
Punter (1)- Sam Koch
Long Snapper (1)- Morgan Cox
Suspended- Ray Rice (first two games of reg. season), Will Hill (first six games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- Terrence Cody
Injured Reserve- Aaron Ross, Brent Urban, Kapron Lewis-Moore
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 9:46 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Joe Flacco, Tyrod Taylor
Running Back (4)- Bernard Pierce, Justin Forsett, Lorenzo Taliaferro, Fitzgerald Toussaint
Fullback (1)- Kyle Juszczyk
Wide Receiver (7)- Torrey Smith, Steve Smith, Jacoby Jones, Marlon Brown, Deonte Thompson, Kamar Aiken, Michael Campanaro
Tight End (3)- Dennis Pitta, Owen Daniels, Crockett Gilmore
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Jeremy Zuttah, Marshal Yanda, Kelechi Osmele, Gino Gradkowski, John Urschel
Offensive Tackle (4)- Eugene Monroe, Ricky Wagner, Jah Reid, James Hurst
Nose Tackle (2)- Haloti Ngata, Brandon Williams
Defensive End (3)- Chris Canty, Timmy Jernigan, DeAngelo Tyson
Linebacker (9)- Daryl Smith, C.J. Mosley, Terrell Suggs, Elvis Dumervil, Courtney Upshaw, Pernell McPhee, Arthur Brown, Albert McClellan, Zachary Orr
Defensive Back (10)- Matt Elam, Terrence Brooks, Lardarius Webb, Jimmy Smith, Darian Stewart, Chykie Brown, Asa Jackson, Anthony Levine, Jeromy Miles, Brynden Trawick
Kicker (1)- Justin Tucker
Punter (1)- Sam Koch
Long Snapper (1)- Morgan Cox
Suspended- Ray Rice (first two games of reg. season), Will Hill (first six games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- Terrence Cody
Injured Reserve- Aaron Ross, Brent Urban, Kapron Lewis-Moore
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Projected 53-Man Roster: Washington
Washington
LAST UPDATED: 5:32 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Robert Griffin III, Kirk Cousins, Colt McCoy
Running Back (43- Alfred Morris, Roy Helu, Silas Redd
Fullback (1)- Darrel Young
Wide Receiver (6)- Pierre Garcon, DeSean Jackson, Andre Roberts, Santana Moss, Aldrick Robinson, Ryan Grant
Tight End (3)- Jordan Reed, Logan Paulsen, Niles Paul
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Kory Lichtensteiger, Shawn Lauvo, Chris Chester, Spencer Long, Shaun LeRibeus
Offensive Tackle (4)- Trent Williams, Tyler Polumbus, Morgan Moses, Tom Compton
Nose Tackle (2)- Barry Cofield, Chris Baker
Defensive End (5)- Jason Hatcher, Jarvis Jenkins, Kedric Golston, Clifton Geathers, Frank Kearse
Linebacker (9)- Perry Riley, Keenan Robinson, Ryan Kerrigan, Brian Orakpo, Akeem Jordan, Trent Murphy, Adam Hayward, Will Compton, Gabe Miller
Defensive Back (9)- Ryan Clark, Bacarri Rambo, DeAngelo Hall, David Amerson, Duke Ihenacho, Tracy Porter, E.J. Biggers, Bashaud Breeland, Trenton Robinson
Kicker (1)- Kai Forbath
Punter (1)- Tress Way
Long Snapper (1)- Nick Sundberg
Suspended- Brandon Meriweather (first two games of reg. season), Tanard Jackson (indefinitely)
Physically Unable to Perform- Stephen Bowen, Leonard Hankerson
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 5:32 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Robert Griffin III, Kirk Cousins, Colt McCoy
Running Back (43- Alfred Morris, Roy Helu, Silas Redd
Fullback (1)- Darrel Young
Wide Receiver (6)- Pierre Garcon, DeSean Jackson, Andre Roberts, Santana Moss, Aldrick Robinson, Ryan Grant
Tight End (3)- Jordan Reed, Logan Paulsen, Niles Paul
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Kory Lichtensteiger, Shawn Lauvo, Chris Chester, Spencer Long, Shaun LeRibeus
Offensive Tackle (4)- Trent Williams, Tyler Polumbus, Morgan Moses, Tom Compton
Nose Tackle (2)- Barry Cofield, Chris Baker
Defensive End (5)- Jason Hatcher, Jarvis Jenkins, Kedric Golston, Clifton Geathers, Frank Kearse
Linebacker (9)- Perry Riley, Keenan Robinson, Ryan Kerrigan, Brian Orakpo, Akeem Jordan, Trent Murphy, Adam Hayward, Will Compton, Gabe Miller
Defensive Back (9)- Ryan Clark, Bacarri Rambo, DeAngelo Hall, David Amerson, Duke Ihenacho, Tracy Porter, E.J. Biggers, Bashaud Breeland, Trenton Robinson
Kicker (1)- Kai Forbath
Punter (1)- Tress Way
Long Snapper (1)- Nick Sundberg
Suspended- Brandon Meriweather (first two games of reg. season), Tanard Jackson (indefinitely)
Physically Unable to Perform- Stephen Bowen, Leonard Hankerson
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Tennessee Titans
Tennessee Titans
LAST UPDATED: 2:27 PM September 2, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Jake Locker, Charlie Whitehurst, Zach Mettenberger
Running Back (4)- Bishop Sankey, Shonn Greene, Dexter McCluster, Leon Washington
Fullback (1)- Jackie Battle
Wide Receiver (6)- Kendall Wright, Nate Washington, Justin Hunter, Derek Hagan, T.J. Graham, Kris Durham
Tight End (3)- Delanie Walker, Craig Stevens, Taylor Thompson
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Brian Schwenke, Andy Levitre, Chance Warmack, Chris Spencer
Offensive Tackle (4)- Michael Roos, Michael Oher, Taylor Lewan, Byron Stingily
Nose Tackle (2)- Sammie Hill, DaQuan Jones
Defensive End (5)- Jurrell Casey, Ropati Pitoitua, Al Woods, Mike Martin, Karl Klug
Linebacker (9)- Wesley Woodyard, Zach Brown, Derrick Morgan, Akeem Ayers, Shaun Phillips, Kamerion Wimbley, Avery Williamson, Zaviar Gooden, Quentin Groves
Defensive Back (9)- Bernard Pollard, Michael Griffin, Jason McCourty, Blidi Wreh-Wilson, Coty Sensabaugh, Damion Stafford, Marqueston Huff, George Wilson, Brandon Harris
Kicker (1)- Ryan Succop
Punter (1)- Brett Kern
Long Snapper (1)- Beau Brinkley
Injured Reserve- Dorin Dickerson, Colin McCarthy, Gabe Ikard
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:27 PM September 2, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Jake Locker, Charlie Whitehurst, Zach Mettenberger
Running Back (4)- Bishop Sankey, Shonn Greene, Dexter McCluster, Leon Washington
Fullback (1)- Jackie Battle
Wide Receiver (6)- Kendall Wright, Nate Washington, Justin Hunter, Derek Hagan, T.J. Graham, Kris Durham
Tight End (3)- Delanie Walker, Craig Stevens, Taylor Thompson
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Brian Schwenke, Andy Levitre, Chance Warmack, Chris Spencer
Offensive Tackle (4)- Michael Roos, Michael Oher, Taylor Lewan, Byron Stingily
Nose Tackle (2)- Sammie Hill, DaQuan Jones
Defensive End (5)- Jurrell Casey, Ropati Pitoitua, Al Woods, Mike Martin, Karl Klug
Linebacker (9)- Wesley Woodyard, Zach Brown, Derrick Morgan, Akeem Ayers, Shaun Phillips, Kamerion Wimbley, Avery Williamson, Zaviar Gooden, Quentin Groves
Defensive Back (9)- Bernard Pollard, Michael Griffin, Jason McCourty, Blidi Wreh-Wilson, Coty Sensabaugh, Damion Stafford, Marqueston Huff, George Wilson, Brandon Harris
Kicker (1)- Ryan Succop
Punter (1)- Brett Kern
Long Snapper (1)- Beau Brinkley
Injured Reserve- Dorin Dickerson, Colin McCarthy, Gabe Ikard
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Sunday, July 20, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
LAST UPDATED: 11:35 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Josh McCown, Mike Glennon
Running Back (3)- Doug Martin, Bobby Rainey, Mike James
Fullback (1)- Jorvorskie Lane
Wide Receiver (6)- Vincent Jackson, Mike Evans, Chris Owusu, Robert Herron, Russell Shepard, Solomon Patton
Tight End (3)- Brandon Myers, Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Luck Stocker
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Evan Dietrich-Smith, Logan Mankins, Patrick Omameh, Oniel Cousins, Rishaw Johnson, Kadeem Edwards
Offensive Tackle (4)- Anthony Collins, Demar Dotson, Kevin Pamphile, Garrett Gilkey
Defensive Tackle (3)- Gerald McCoy, Akeem Spence, Clinton McDonald
Defensive End (6)- Michael Johnson, Adrian Clayborn, William Gholston, Da'Quan Bowers, Steven Means, Scott Solomon
Linebacker (5)- Mason Foster, Lavonte David, Dane Fletcher, Jonathan Casillas, Danny Lansanah
Defensive Back (11)- Mark Barron, Dashon Goldson, Alterraun Verner, Johnthan Banks, Leonard Johnson, Mike Jenkins, Keith Tandy, Rashaan Melvin, Brad McDougald, Major Wright, Brandon Dixon
Kicker (1)- Patrick Murray
Punter (1)- Michael Koenen
Long Snapper (1)- Andrew DePaola
Injured Reserve-Designated for Return- Charles Sims
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 11:35 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Josh McCown, Mike Glennon
Running Back (3)- Doug Martin, Bobby Rainey, Mike James
Fullback (1)- Jorvorskie Lane
Wide Receiver (6)- Vincent Jackson, Mike Evans, Chris Owusu, Robert Herron, Russell Shepard, Solomon Patton
Tight End (3)- Brandon Myers, Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Luck Stocker
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Evan Dietrich-Smith, Logan Mankins, Patrick Omameh, Oniel Cousins, Rishaw Johnson, Kadeem Edwards
Offensive Tackle (4)- Anthony Collins, Demar Dotson, Kevin Pamphile, Garrett Gilkey
Defensive Tackle (3)- Gerald McCoy, Akeem Spence, Clinton McDonald
Defensive End (6)- Michael Johnson, Adrian Clayborn, William Gholston, Da'Quan Bowers, Steven Means, Scott Solomon
Linebacker (5)- Mason Foster, Lavonte David, Dane Fletcher, Jonathan Casillas, Danny Lansanah
Defensive Back (11)- Mark Barron, Dashon Goldson, Alterraun Verner, Johnthan Banks, Leonard Johnson, Mike Jenkins, Keith Tandy, Rashaan Melvin, Brad McDougald, Major Wright, Brandon Dixon
Kicker (1)- Patrick Murray
Punter (1)- Michael Koenen
Long Snapper (1)- Andrew DePaola
Injured Reserve-Designated for Return- Charles Sims
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: St. Louis Rams
St. Louis Rams
LAST UPDATED: 2:40 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Shaun Hill, Austin Davis, Case Keenum
Running Back (5)- Zac Stacy, Tre Mason, Benny Cunningham, Trey Watts, Chase Reynolds
Wide Receiver (5)- Kenny Britt, Tavon Austin, Brian Quick, Chris Givens, Austin Pettis
Tight End (4)- Jared Cook, Lance Kendricks, Cory Harkey, Alex Bayer
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Scott Wells, Roger Saffold, Davin Joseph, Tim Barnes, Barrett Jones
Offensive Tackle (4)- Jake Long, Joe Barksdale, Greg Robinson, Mike Person
Defensive Tackle (4)- Michael Brockers, Aaron Donald, Kendall Langford, Alex Carrington
Defensive End (5)- Robert Quinn, Chris Long, William Hayes, Eugene Sims, Ethan Westbrooks
Linebacker (5)- James Laurinaitis, Alec Ogletree, Jo-Lonn Dunbar, Ray Ray Armstrong, Daren Bates
Defensive Back (10)- T.J. McDonald, Rodney McCleod, Janoris Jenkins, Trumaine Johnson, Lamarcus Joyner, Mo Alexander, E.J. Gaines, Brandon McGee, Cody Davis, Marcus Roberson
Kicker (1)- Greg Zuerlein
Punter (1)- Johnny Hekker
Long Snapper (1)- Jake McQuaide
Suspended- Stedman Bailey (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Sam Bradford, Isaiah Pead
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:40 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Shaun Hill, Austin Davis, Case Keenum
Running Back (5)- Zac Stacy, Tre Mason, Benny Cunningham, Trey Watts, Chase Reynolds
Wide Receiver (5)- Kenny Britt, Tavon Austin, Brian Quick, Chris Givens, Austin Pettis
Tight End (4)- Jared Cook, Lance Kendricks, Cory Harkey, Alex Bayer
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Scott Wells, Roger Saffold, Davin Joseph, Tim Barnes, Barrett Jones
Offensive Tackle (4)- Jake Long, Joe Barksdale, Greg Robinson, Mike Person
Defensive Tackle (4)- Michael Brockers, Aaron Donald, Kendall Langford, Alex Carrington
Defensive End (5)- Robert Quinn, Chris Long, William Hayes, Eugene Sims, Ethan Westbrooks
Linebacker (5)- James Laurinaitis, Alec Ogletree, Jo-Lonn Dunbar, Ray Ray Armstrong, Daren Bates
Defensive Back (10)- T.J. McDonald, Rodney McCleod, Janoris Jenkins, Trumaine Johnson, Lamarcus Joyner, Mo Alexander, E.J. Gaines, Brandon McGee, Cody Davis, Marcus Roberson
Kicker (1)- Greg Zuerlein
Punter (1)- Johnny Hekker
Long Snapper (1)- Jake McQuaide
Suspended- Stedman Bailey (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Sam Bradford, Isaiah Pead
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Friday, July 18, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks
LAST UPDATED: 2:25 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Russell Wilson, Tarvaris Jackson
Running Back (3)- Marshawn Lynch, Robert Turbin, Christine Michael
Fullback (1)- Derrick Coleman
Wide Receiver (8)- Percy Harvin, Doug Baldwin, Jermaine Kearse, Paul Richardson, Ricardo Lockette, Kevin Norwood, Phil Bates, Bryan Walters
Tight End (3)- Zach Miller, Luke Wilson, Cooper Helfet
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Max Unger, James Carpenter, J.R. Sweezy, Stephen Schilling
Offensive Tackle (4)- Russell Okung, Justin Britt, Alvin Bailey, Garry Gilliam
Defensive Tackle (4)- Brandon Mebane, Tony McDaniel, Kevin Williams, Jordan Hill
Defensive End (5)- Michael Bennett, Cliff Avril, Cassius Marsh, Greg Scruggs, O'Brien Schofield
Linebacker (6)- Bobby Wagner, Malcolm Smith, K.J. Wright, Kevin Pierre-Louis, Brock Coyle, Mike Morgan
Defensive Back (9)- Earl Thomas, Kam Chancellor, Richard Sherman, Byron Maxwell, Jeremy Lane, Tharold Simon, DeShawn Shead, Marcus Burley, Jeron Johnson
Kicker (1)- Steven Hauschka
Punter (1)- Jon Ryan
Long Snapper (1)- Clint Gresham
Physically Unable to Perform- Bruce Irvin
Injured Reserve- Anthony McCoy, A.J. Jefferson, Lemuel Jeanpierre
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:25 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Russell Wilson, Tarvaris Jackson
Running Back (3)- Marshawn Lynch, Robert Turbin, Christine Michael
Fullback (1)- Derrick Coleman
Wide Receiver (8)- Percy Harvin, Doug Baldwin, Jermaine Kearse, Paul Richardson, Ricardo Lockette, Kevin Norwood, Phil Bates, Bryan Walters
Tight End (3)- Zach Miller, Luke Wilson, Cooper Helfet
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Max Unger, James Carpenter, J.R. Sweezy, Stephen Schilling
Offensive Tackle (4)- Russell Okung, Justin Britt, Alvin Bailey, Garry Gilliam
Defensive Tackle (4)- Brandon Mebane, Tony McDaniel, Kevin Williams, Jordan Hill
Defensive End (5)- Michael Bennett, Cliff Avril, Cassius Marsh, Greg Scruggs, O'Brien Schofield
Linebacker (6)- Bobby Wagner, Malcolm Smith, K.J. Wright, Kevin Pierre-Louis, Brock Coyle, Mike Morgan
Defensive Back (9)- Earl Thomas, Kam Chancellor, Richard Sherman, Byron Maxwell, Jeremy Lane, Tharold Simon, DeShawn Shead, Marcus Burley, Jeron Johnson
Kicker (1)- Steven Hauschka
Punter (1)- Jon Ryan
Long Snapper (1)- Clint Gresham
Physically Unable to Perform- Bruce Irvin
Injured Reserve- Anthony McCoy, A.J. Jefferson, Lemuel Jeanpierre
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Thursday, July 17, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco 49ers
LAST UPDATED: 2:09 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Colin Kaepernick, Blaine Gabbert, Josh Johnson
Running Back (3)- Frank Gore, Carlos Hyde, LaMichael James
Fullback (1)- Bruce Miller
Wide Receiver (6)- Anquan Boldin, Michael Crabtree, Quinton Patton, Brandon Lloyd, Stevie Johnson, Bruce Ellington
Tight End (3)- Vernon Davis, Vance McDonald, Derek Carrier
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Daniel Kilgore, Mike Iupati, Alex Boone, Joe Looney, Marcus Martin, Dillon Farrell
Offensive Tackle (3)- Joe Staley, Anthony Davis, Jonathan Martin
Nose Tackle (2)- Quinton Dial, Ian Williams
Defensive End (5)- Justin Smith, Ray McDonald, Tony Jerod-Eddie, Tank Carradine, Demarcus Dobbs
Linebacker (8)- Patrick Willis, Michael Wilhoite, Ahmad Brooks, Chris Borland, Corey Lemonier, Dan Skuta, Nick Moody, Aaron Lynch
Defensive Back (10)- Eric Reid, Antoine Bethea, Tramaine Brock, Chris Culliver, Jimmie Ward, Perrish Cox, Chris Cook, Craig Dahl, Dontae Johnson, L.J. McCray
Kicker (1)- Phil Dawson
Punter (1)- Andy Lee
Long Snapper (1)- Kyle Nelson
Physically Unable to Perform- NaVorro Bowman, Marcus Lattimore, Garrett Celek
Suspended- Aldon Smith (first nine games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- Kendall Hunter, Brandon Thomas, Will Tukuafu, Glenn Dorsey
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:09 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Colin Kaepernick, Blaine Gabbert, Josh Johnson
Running Back (3)- Frank Gore, Carlos Hyde, LaMichael James
Fullback (1)- Bruce Miller
Wide Receiver (6)- Anquan Boldin, Michael Crabtree, Quinton Patton, Brandon Lloyd, Stevie Johnson, Bruce Ellington
Tight End (3)- Vernon Davis, Vance McDonald, Derek Carrier
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Daniel Kilgore, Mike Iupati, Alex Boone, Joe Looney, Marcus Martin, Dillon Farrell
Offensive Tackle (3)- Joe Staley, Anthony Davis, Jonathan Martin
Nose Tackle (2)- Quinton Dial, Ian Williams
Defensive End (5)- Justin Smith, Ray McDonald, Tony Jerod-Eddie, Tank Carradine, Demarcus Dobbs
Linebacker (8)- Patrick Willis, Michael Wilhoite, Ahmad Brooks, Chris Borland, Corey Lemonier, Dan Skuta, Nick Moody, Aaron Lynch
Defensive Back (10)- Eric Reid, Antoine Bethea, Tramaine Brock, Chris Culliver, Jimmie Ward, Perrish Cox, Chris Cook, Craig Dahl, Dontae Johnson, L.J. McCray
Kicker (1)- Phil Dawson
Punter (1)- Andy Lee
Long Snapper (1)- Kyle Nelson
Physically Unable to Perform- NaVorro Bowman, Marcus Lattimore, Garrett Celek
Suspended- Aldon Smith (first nine games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- Kendall Hunter, Brandon Thomas, Will Tukuafu, Glenn Dorsey
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: San Diego Chargers
San Diego Chargers
LAST UPDATED: 3:03 PM September 1, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Philip Rivers, Kellen Clemens
Running Back (4)- Ryan Mathews, Danny Woodhead, Donald Brown, Branden Oliver
Fullback (1)- David Johnson
Wide Receiver (5)- Keenan Allen, Malcolm Floyd, Eddie Royal, Seyi Ajirotutu, Dontrelle Inman
Tight End (3)- Antonio Gates, Ladarius Green, John Phillips
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Nick Hardwick, Chad Rinehart, Chris Watt, Johnnie Troutman, Rich Ohrnberger
Offensive Tackle (3)- King Dunlap, D.J. Fluker, Willie Smith
Nose Tackle (3)- Sean Lissemore, Ricardo Mathews, Ryan Carrethers
Defensive End (4)- Corey Liuget, Kendall Reyes, Lawrence Guy, Tenny Palepoi
Linebacker (9)- Donald Butler, Manti Te'o, Jarret Johnson, Kavell Conner, Melvin Ingram, Dwight Freeney, Jeremiah Attaochu, Andrew Gachkar, Tourek Williams
Defensive Back (10)- Eric Weddle, Marcus Gilchrist, Brandon Flowers, Jason Verrett, Shareece Wright, Richard Marshall, Steve Williams, Jahleel Addae, Darrell Stuckey, Chris Davis
Kicker (1)- Nick Novak
Punter (1)- Mike Scifres
Long Snapper (1)- Mike Windt
Physically Unable to Perform- Jeromey Clary
Injured Reserve- Kwame Geathers, Marcus Cromartie
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 3:03 PM September 1, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Philip Rivers, Kellen Clemens
Running Back (4)- Ryan Mathews, Danny Woodhead, Donald Brown, Branden Oliver
Fullback (1)- David Johnson
Wide Receiver (5)- Keenan Allen, Malcolm Floyd, Eddie Royal, Seyi Ajirotutu, Dontrelle Inman
Tight End (3)- Antonio Gates, Ladarius Green, John Phillips
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Nick Hardwick, Chad Rinehart, Chris Watt, Johnnie Troutman, Rich Ohrnberger
Offensive Tackle (3)- King Dunlap, D.J. Fluker, Willie Smith
Nose Tackle (3)- Sean Lissemore, Ricardo Mathews, Ryan Carrethers
Defensive End (4)- Corey Liuget, Kendall Reyes, Lawrence Guy, Tenny Palepoi
Linebacker (9)- Donald Butler, Manti Te'o, Jarret Johnson, Kavell Conner, Melvin Ingram, Dwight Freeney, Jeremiah Attaochu, Andrew Gachkar, Tourek Williams
Defensive Back (10)- Eric Weddle, Marcus Gilchrist, Brandon Flowers, Jason Verrett, Shareece Wright, Richard Marshall, Steve Williams, Jahleel Addae, Darrell Stuckey, Chris Davis
Kicker (1)- Nick Novak
Punter (1)- Mike Scifres
Long Snapper (1)- Mike Windt
Physically Unable to Perform- Jeromey Clary
Injured Reserve- Kwame Geathers, Marcus Cromartie
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Monday, July 14, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers
LAST UPDATED: 7:26 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Ben Roethlisberger, Bruce Gradkowski, Landry Jones
Running Back (3)- Le'Veon Bell, LeGarrette Blount, Dri Archer
Fullback (1)- Will Johnson
Wide Receiver (6)- Antonio Brown, Markus Wheaton, Lance Moore, Martavis Bryant, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Justin Brown
Tight End (3)- Heath Miller, Matt Spaeth, Michael Palmer
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Maurkice Pouncey, David DeCastro, Ramon Foster, Wesley Johnson, Cody Wallace, Chris Hubbard
Offensive Tackle (3)- Kelvin Beachum, Marcus Gilbert, Mike Adams
Nose Tackle (2)- Steve McClendon, Daniel McCullers
Defensive End (4)- Cam Heyward, Cam Thomas, Stephon Tuitt, Brett Keisel
Linebacker (8)- Lawrence Timmons, Ryan Shazier, Jason Worilds, Jarvis Jones, Arthur Moats, Vince Williams, Sean Spence, Terence Garvin
Defensive Back (11)- Troy Polamalu, Mike Mitchell, Ike Taylor, Cortez Allen, William Gay, Shamarko Thomas, Will Allen, Robert Golden, Brice McCain, Antwon Blake, B.W. Webb
Kicker (1)- Shaun Suisham
Punter (1)- Brad Wing
Long Snapper (1)- Greg Warren
Injured Reserve- Jordan Zumwalt
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 7:26 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Ben Roethlisberger, Bruce Gradkowski, Landry Jones
Running Back (3)- Le'Veon Bell, LeGarrette Blount, Dri Archer
Fullback (1)- Will Johnson
Wide Receiver (6)- Antonio Brown, Markus Wheaton, Lance Moore, Martavis Bryant, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Justin Brown
Tight End (3)- Heath Miller, Matt Spaeth, Michael Palmer
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Maurkice Pouncey, David DeCastro, Ramon Foster, Wesley Johnson, Cody Wallace, Chris Hubbard
Offensive Tackle (3)- Kelvin Beachum, Marcus Gilbert, Mike Adams
Nose Tackle (2)- Steve McClendon, Daniel McCullers
Defensive End (4)- Cam Heyward, Cam Thomas, Stephon Tuitt, Brett Keisel
Linebacker (8)- Lawrence Timmons, Ryan Shazier, Jason Worilds, Jarvis Jones, Arthur Moats, Vince Williams, Sean Spence, Terence Garvin
Defensive Back (11)- Troy Polamalu, Mike Mitchell, Ike Taylor, Cortez Allen, William Gay, Shamarko Thomas, Will Allen, Robert Golden, Brice McCain, Antwon Blake, B.W. Webb
Kicker (1)- Shaun Suisham
Punter (1)- Brad Wing
Long Snapper (1)- Greg Warren
Injured Reserve- Jordan Zumwalt
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Sunday, July 13, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Philadelphia Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles
LAST UPDATED: 2:16 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Nick Foles, Mark Sanchez, Matt Barkley
Running Back (3)- LeSean McCoy, Darren Sproles, Chris Polk
Wide Receiver (6)- Jeremy Maclin, Riley Cooper, Jordan Matthews, Brad Smith, Josh Huff, Jeff Maehl
Tight End (4)- Zach Ertz, Brent Celek, James Casey, Trey Burton
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Jason Kelce, Evan Mathis, Todd Herremans, Matt Tobin, David Molk
Offensive Tackle (4)- Jason Peters, Allen Barbre, Andrew Gardner, Dennis Kelly
Nose Tackle (2)- Bennie Logan, Beau Allen
Defensive End (5)- Fletcher Cox, Cedric Thornton, Vinny Curry, Brandon Bair, Taylor Hart
Linebacker (9)- DeMeco Ryans, Mychal Kendricks, Trent Cole, Connor Barwin, Brandon Graham, Marcus Smith, Najee Goode, Bryan Braman, Casey Matthews
Defensive Back (9)- Michael Jenkins, Nate Allen, Cary Williams, Bradley Fletcher, Brandon Boykin, Nolan Carroll, Earl Wolff, Chris Maragos, Jaylen Watkins
Kicker (1)- Cody Parker
Punter (1)-Donnie Jones
Long Snapper (1)- Jon Dorenbos
Suspended- Lane Johnson (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Arrelious Benn, Kenjon Barner
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:16 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Nick Foles, Mark Sanchez, Matt Barkley
Running Back (3)- LeSean McCoy, Darren Sproles, Chris Polk
Wide Receiver (6)- Jeremy Maclin, Riley Cooper, Jordan Matthews, Brad Smith, Josh Huff, Jeff Maehl
Tight End (4)- Zach Ertz, Brent Celek, James Casey, Trey Burton
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Jason Kelce, Evan Mathis, Todd Herremans, Matt Tobin, David Molk
Offensive Tackle (4)- Jason Peters, Allen Barbre, Andrew Gardner, Dennis Kelly
Nose Tackle (2)- Bennie Logan, Beau Allen
Defensive End (5)- Fletcher Cox, Cedric Thornton, Vinny Curry, Brandon Bair, Taylor Hart
Linebacker (9)- DeMeco Ryans, Mychal Kendricks, Trent Cole, Connor Barwin, Brandon Graham, Marcus Smith, Najee Goode, Bryan Braman, Casey Matthews
Defensive Back (9)- Michael Jenkins, Nate Allen, Cary Williams, Bradley Fletcher, Brandon Boykin, Nolan Carroll, Earl Wolff, Chris Maragos, Jaylen Watkins
Kicker (1)- Cody Parker
Punter (1)-Donnie Jones
Long Snapper (1)- Jon Dorenbos
Suspended- Lane Johnson (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Arrelious Benn, Kenjon Barner
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Saturday, July 12, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Oakland Raiders
Oakland Raiders
LAST UPDATED: 2:14 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matt Schaub, Derek Carr, Matt McGloin
Running Back (3)- Maurice Jones-Drew, Darren McFadden, Latavius Murray
Fullback (2)- Marcel Reese, Jamize Olawale
Wide Receiver (5)- James Jones, Rod Streater, Andre Holmes, Denarius Moore, Brice Butler
Tight End (3)- Mychal Rivera, David Ausberry, Brian Leonhardt
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Stefen Wisniewski, Kevin Boothe, Gabe Jackson, Khalif Barnes, Tony Bergstrom
Offensive Tackle (4)- Austin Howard, Donald Penn, Menelik Watson, Matt McCants
Defensive Tackle (4)- Pat Sims, Antonio Smith, Stacy McGee, Justin Ellis
Defensive End (5)- Justin Tuck, Lamarr Woodley, C.J. Wilson, Shelby Harris, Benson Mayowa
Linebacker (5)- Nick Roach, Sio Moore, Khalil Mack, Miles Burris, Kaluka Maiava
Defensive Back (10)- Tyvon Branch, Charles Woodson, Tarell Brown, Carlos Rodgers, Travis Carrie, Neiko Thorpe, Taiwan Jones, Chimdi Chekwa, Keith McGill, Jonathan Dowling
Kicker (1)- Sebastian Janikowski
Punter (1)- Marquette King
Long Snapper (1)- Jon Condo
Physically Unable to Perform- D.J. Hayden, Usama Young
Injured Reserve- Nick Kasa, Kory Sheets
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:14 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matt Schaub, Derek Carr, Matt McGloin
Running Back (3)- Maurice Jones-Drew, Darren McFadden, Latavius Murray
Fullback (2)- Marcel Reese, Jamize Olawale
Wide Receiver (5)- James Jones, Rod Streater, Andre Holmes, Denarius Moore, Brice Butler
Tight End (3)- Mychal Rivera, David Ausberry, Brian Leonhardt
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Stefen Wisniewski, Kevin Boothe, Gabe Jackson, Khalif Barnes, Tony Bergstrom
Offensive Tackle (4)- Austin Howard, Donald Penn, Menelik Watson, Matt McCants
Defensive Tackle (4)- Pat Sims, Antonio Smith, Stacy McGee, Justin Ellis
Defensive End (5)- Justin Tuck, Lamarr Woodley, C.J. Wilson, Shelby Harris, Benson Mayowa
Linebacker (5)- Nick Roach, Sio Moore, Khalil Mack, Miles Burris, Kaluka Maiava
Defensive Back (10)- Tyvon Branch, Charles Woodson, Tarell Brown, Carlos Rodgers, Travis Carrie, Neiko Thorpe, Taiwan Jones, Chimdi Chekwa, Keith McGill, Jonathan Dowling
Kicker (1)- Sebastian Janikowski
Punter (1)- Marquette King
Long Snapper (1)- Jon Condo
Physically Unable to Perform- D.J. Hayden, Usama Young
Injured Reserve- Nick Kasa, Kory Sheets
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Friday, July 11, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: New York Jets
New York Jets
LAST UPDATED: 2:10 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Geno Smith, Michael Vick
Running Back (3)- Chris Johnson, Chris Ivory, Bilal Powell
Fullback (1)- Tommy Bohannon
Wide Receiver (7)- Eric Decker, Jeremy Kerley, David Nelson, Jalen Saunders, Greg Salas, Saalim Hakim, Walter Powell
Tight End (3)- Jeff Cumberland, Zach Sudfeld, Jace Amaro
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Nick Mangold, Willie Colon, Brian Winters, Oday Aboushi, Dokota Dozier, Dalton Freeman
Offensive Tackle (3)- D'Brickashaw Ferguson, Breno Giacomini, Ben Ijalana
Nose Tackle (3)- Damon Harrison, Kenrick Ellis, T.J. Barnes
Defensive End (3)- Muhammad Wilkerson, Sheldon Richardson, Leger Douzable
Linebacker (9)- David Harrison, Demario Davis, Calvin Pace, Quinton Coples, Jason Babin, Nick Bellore, A.J. Edds, I.K. Enemkpali, Trevor Reilly
Defensive Back (11)- Calvin Pryor, Antonio Allen, Dee Milliner, Kyle Wilson, Darrin Walls, Dawan Landry, Leon McFadden, Jaiquawn Jarrett, Josh Bush, Phillip Adams
Kicker (1)- Nick Folk
Punter (1)- Ryan Quigley
Long Snapper (1)- Tanner Purdum
Physically Unable to Perform- Antwan Barnes
Injured Reserve- Dexter McDougle, Shaq Evans
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:10 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Geno Smith, Michael Vick
Running Back (3)- Chris Johnson, Chris Ivory, Bilal Powell
Fullback (1)- Tommy Bohannon
Wide Receiver (7)- Eric Decker, Jeremy Kerley, David Nelson, Jalen Saunders, Greg Salas, Saalim Hakim, Walter Powell
Tight End (3)- Jeff Cumberland, Zach Sudfeld, Jace Amaro
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Nick Mangold, Willie Colon, Brian Winters, Oday Aboushi, Dokota Dozier, Dalton Freeman
Offensive Tackle (3)- D'Brickashaw Ferguson, Breno Giacomini, Ben Ijalana
Nose Tackle (3)- Damon Harrison, Kenrick Ellis, T.J. Barnes
Defensive End (3)- Muhammad Wilkerson, Sheldon Richardson, Leger Douzable
Linebacker (9)- David Harrison, Demario Davis, Calvin Pace, Quinton Coples, Jason Babin, Nick Bellore, A.J. Edds, I.K. Enemkpali, Trevor Reilly
Defensive Back (11)- Calvin Pryor, Antonio Allen, Dee Milliner, Kyle Wilson, Darrin Walls, Dawan Landry, Leon McFadden, Jaiquawn Jarrett, Josh Bush, Phillip Adams
Kicker (1)- Nick Folk
Punter (1)- Ryan Quigley
Long Snapper (1)- Tanner Purdum
Physically Unable to Perform- Antwan Barnes
Injured Reserve- Dexter McDougle, Shaq Evans
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: New York Giants
New York Giants
LAST UPDATED: 1:54 PM, September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Eli Manning, Ryan Nassib
Running Back (3)- Rashad Jennings, Andre Williams, Peyton Hillis
Fullback (1)- Henry Hynoski
Wide Receiver (6)- Victor Cruz, Rueben Randle, Odell Beckham, Jerrel Jernigan, Corey Washington, Preston Parker
Tight End (3)- Larry Donnell, Daniel Fells, Adrien Robinson
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- J.D. Walton, Brandon Mosley, Dallas Reynolds, John Jerry, Weston Richburg, Adam Snyder
Offensive Tackle (4)- Will Beatty, Justin Pugh, Charles Brown, James Brewer
Defensive Tackle (5)- Johnathan Hankins, Cullen Jenkins, Jay Bromley, Mike Patterson, Markus Kuhn
Defensive End (5)- Jason Pierre-Paul, Mathias Kiwanuka, Damontre Moore, Robert Ayers, Kerry Wynn
Linebacker (6)- Jon Beason, Jameel McClain, Spencer Paysinger, Devon Kennard, Jacquian Williams, Mark Herzlich
Defensive Back (9)- Antrel Rolle, Stevie Brown, Prince Amukamara, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Quentin Demps, Walter Thurmond, Zack Bowman, Trumaine McBride, Nat Berhe
Kicker (1)- Josh Brown
Punter (1)- Steve Weatherford
Long Snapper (1)- Zak DeOssie
Suspended- Jayron Hosley (first four games of reg. season), Eric Herman (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- David Wilson, Trindon Holliday, Mario Manningham, Geoff Schwartz
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 1:54 PM, September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Eli Manning, Ryan Nassib
Running Back (3)- Rashad Jennings, Andre Williams, Peyton Hillis
Fullback (1)- Henry Hynoski
Wide Receiver (6)- Victor Cruz, Rueben Randle, Odell Beckham, Jerrel Jernigan, Corey Washington, Preston Parker
Tight End (3)- Larry Donnell, Daniel Fells, Adrien Robinson
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- J.D. Walton, Brandon Mosley, Dallas Reynolds, John Jerry, Weston Richburg, Adam Snyder
Offensive Tackle (4)- Will Beatty, Justin Pugh, Charles Brown, James Brewer
Defensive Tackle (5)- Johnathan Hankins, Cullen Jenkins, Jay Bromley, Mike Patterson, Markus Kuhn
Defensive End (5)- Jason Pierre-Paul, Mathias Kiwanuka, Damontre Moore, Robert Ayers, Kerry Wynn
Linebacker (6)- Jon Beason, Jameel McClain, Spencer Paysinger, Devon Kennard, Jacquian Williams, Mark Herzlich
Defensive Back (9)- Antrel Rolle, Stevie Brown, Prince Amukamara, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Quentin Demps, Walter Thurmond, Zack Bowman, Trumaine McBride, Nat Berhe
Kicker (1)- Josh Brown
Punter (1)- Steve Weatherford
Long Snapper (1)- Zak DeOssie
Suspended- Jayron Hosley (first four games of reg. season), Eric Herman (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- David Wilson, Trindon Holliday, Mario Manningham, Geoff Schwartz
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: New Orleans Saints
New Orleans Saints
LAST UPDATED: 2:09 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Drew Brees, Luke McCown
Running Back (4)- Pierre Thomas, Khiry Robinson, Mark Ingram, Travaris Cadet
Fullback (2)- Erik Lorig, Austin Johnson
Wide Receiver (6)- Marques Colston, Kenny Stills, Brandin Cooks, Robert Meachem, Joe Morgan, Nick Toon
Tight End (3)- Jimmy Graham, Ben Watson, Josh Hill
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Jonathan Goodwin, Jahri Evans, Ben Grubbs, Tom Lelito, Senio Kelemete
Offensive Tackle (3)- Zach Strief, Terron Armstead, Bryce Harris
Nose Tackle (2)- Brodrick Bunkley, Brandon Deaderick
Defensive End (4)- Cameron Jordan, Akiem Hicks, Glenn Foster, Tyrunn Walker
Linebacker (8)- Curtis Lofton, David Hawthorne, Junior Gallette, Parys Haralson, Ramon Humber, Kyle Knox, Ronald Powell, Kasim Edebali
Defensive Back (10)- Kenny Vaccaro, Jairus Byrd, Keenan Lewis, Corey White, Patrick Robinson, Stanley Jean-Baptiste, Rafael Bush, Vinnie Sunseri, Marcus Ball, Brian Dixon
Kicker (1)-
Punter (1)- Thomas Morstead
Long Snapper (1)- Justin Drescher
Physically Unable to Perform- John Jenkins
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- Khairi Fortt
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:09 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Drew Brees, Luke McCown
Running Back (4)- Pierre Thomas, Khiry Robinson, Mark Ingram, Travaris Cadet
Fullback (2)- Erik Lorig, Austin Johnson
Wide Receiver (6)- Marques Colston, Kenny Stills, Brandin Cooks, Robert Meachem, Joe Morgan, Nick Toon
Tight End (3)- Jimmy Graham, Ben Watson, Josh Hill
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Jonathan Goodwin, Jahri Evans, Ben Grubbs, Tom Lelito, Senio Kelemete
Offensive Tackle (3)- Zach Strief, Terron Armstead, Bryce Harris
Nose Tackle (2)- Brodrick Bunkley, Brandon Deaderick
Defensive End (4)- Cameron Jordan, Akiem Hicks, Glenn Foster, Tyrunn Walker
Linebacker (8)- Curtis Lofton, David Hawthorne, Junior Gallette, Parys Haralson, Ramon Humber, Kyle Knox, Ronald Powell, Kasim Edebali
Defensive Back (10)- Kenny Vaccaro, Jairus Byrd, Keenan Lewis, Corey White, Patrick Robinson, Stanley Jean-Baptiste, Rafael Bush, Vinnie Sunseri, Marcus Ball, Brian Dixon
Kicker (1)-
Punter (1)- Thomas Morstead
Long Snapper (1)- Justin Drescher
Physically Unable to Perform- John Jenkins
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- Khairi Fortt
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: New England Patriots
New England Patriots
LAST UPDATED: 9:45 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Tom Brady, Jimmy Garoppolo
Running Back (4)- Stevan Ridley, Shane Vereen, James White, Brandon Bolden
Fullback (1)- James Develin
Wide Receiver (6)- Julian Edelman, Danny Amendola, Kenbrell Thompkins, Aaron Dobson, Brandon LaFell, Matthew Slater
Tight End (3)- Rob Gronkowski, Michael Hoomanawanui, Tim Wright
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Ryan Wendell, Dan Connolly, Marcus Cannon, Josh Kline, Bryan Stork
Offensive Tackle (4)- Nate Solder, Sebastian Vollmer, Cameron Fleming, Jordan Devey
Defensive Tackle (4)- Vince Wilfork, Chris Jones, Sealver Siliga, Joe Vellano
Defensive End (5)- Chandler Jones, Rob Ninkovich, Dominique Easley, Michael Buchanan, Zach Moore
Linebacker (5)- Jerod Mayo, Dont'a Hightower, Jamie Collins, Darius Fleming, Chris White
Defensive Back (11)- Devin McCourty, Duron Harmon, Darrelle Revis, Alfonzo Dennard, Logan Ryan, Kyle Arrington, Patrick Chung, Malcolm Butler, Nate Ebner, Tavon Wilson, Don Jones
Kicker (1)- Stephen Gostkowski
Punter (1)- Ryan Allen
Long Snapper (1)- Danny Aiken
Suspended- Brandon Browner (first four games of reg. season), Brian Tyms (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Tyler Gaffney, James Morris
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 9:45 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Tom Brady, Jimmy Garoppolo
Running Back (4)- Stevan Ridley, Shane Vereen, James White, Brandon Bolden
Fullback (1)- James Develin
Wide Receiver (6)- Julian Edelman, Danny Amendola, Kenbrell Thompkins, Aaron Dobson, Brandon LaFell, Matthew Slater
Tight End (3)- Rob Gronkowski, Michael Hoomanawanui, Tim Wright
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Ryan Wendell, Dan Connolly, Marcus Cannon, Josh Kline, Bryan Stork
Offensive Tackle (4)- Nate Solder, Sebastian Vollmer, Cameron Fleming, Jordan Devey
Defensive Tackle (4)- Vince Wilfork, Chris Jones, Sealver Siliga, Joe Vellano
Defensive End (5)- Chandler Jones, Rob Ninkovich, Dominique Easley, Michael Buchanan, Zach Moore
Linebacker (5)- Jerod Mayo, Dont'a Hightower, Jamie Collins, Darius Fleming, Chris White
Defensive Back (11)- Devin McCourty, Duron Harmon, Darrelle Revis, Alfonzo Dennard, Logan Ryan, Kyle Arrington, Patrick Chung, Malcolm Butler, Nate Ebner, Tavon Wilson, Don Jones
Kicker (1)- Stephen Gostkowski
Punter (1)- Ryan Allen
Long Snapper (1)- Danny Aiken
Suspended- Brandon Browner (first four games of reg. season), Brian Tyms (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Tyler Gaffney, James Morris
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Monday, July 7, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota Vikings
LAST UPDATED: 5:30 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matt Cassel, Teddy Bridgewater, Christian Ponder
Running Back (3)- Adrian Peterson, Matt Asiata, Jerick McKinnon
Fullback (2)- Jerome Felton, Zach Line
Wide Receiver (5)- Greg Jennings, Cordarrelle Patterson, Jarius Wright, Rodney Smith, Adam Thielen
Tight End (3)- Kyle Rudolph, Rhett Ellison, MarQueis Gray
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- John Sullivan, Charlie Johnson, Brandon Fusco, Vladimir Ducasse, David Yankey, Joe Berger
Offensive Tackle (3)- Matt Kalil, Phil Loadholt, Mike Harris
Defensive Tackle (4)- Linval Joseph, Sharrif Floyd, Tom Johnson, Shamar Stephen
Defensive End (4)- Everson Griffen, Brian Robison, Scott Crichton, Corey Wootton
Linebacker (7)- Jasper Brinkley, Chad Greenway, Anthony Barr, Audie Cole, Gerald Hodges, Michael Mauti, Brandon Watts
Defensive Back (10)- Harrison Smith, Robert Blanton, Captain Munnerlyn, Xavier Rhodes, Josh Robinson, Andrew Sendejo, Antone Exum, Shaun Prater, Marcus Sherels, Jabari Price
Kicker (1)- Blair Walsh
Punter (1)- Jeff Locke
Long Snapper (1)- Cullen Loeffler
Suspended- Jerome Simpson (first three games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Jamarca Sanford, Antonio Richardson
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 5:30 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matt Cassel, Teddy Bridgewater, Christian Ponder
Running Back (3)- Adrian Peterson, Matt Asiata, Jerick McKinnon
Fullback (2)- Jerome Felton, Zach Line
Wide Receiver (5)- Greg Jennings, Cordarrelle Patterson, Jarius Wright, Rodney Smith, Adam Thielen
Tight End (3)- Kyle Rudolph, Rhett Ellison, MarQueis Gray
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- John Sullivan, Charlie Johnson, Brandon Fusco, Vladimir Ducasse, David Yankey, Joe Berger
Offensive Tackle (3)- Matt Kalil, Phil Loadholt, Mike Harris
Defensive Tackle (4)- Linval Joseph, Sharrif Floyd, Tom Johnson, Shamar Stephen
Defensive End (4)- Everson Griffen, Brian Robison, Scott Crichton, Corey Wootton
Linebacker (7)- Jasper Brinkley, Chad Greenway, Anthony Barr, Audie Cole, Gerald Hodges, Michael Mauti, Brandon Watts
Defensive Back (10)- Harrison Smith, Robert Blanton, Captain Munnerlyn, Xavier Rhodes, Josh Robinson, Andrew Sendejo, Antone Exum, Shaun Prater, Marcus Sherels, Jabari Price
Kicker (1)- Blair Walsh
Punter (1)- Jeff Locke
Long Snapper (1)- Cullen Loeffler
Suspended- Jerome Simpson (first three games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Jamarca Sanford, Antonio Richardson
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Miami Dolphins
Miami Dolphins
LAST UPDATED: 9:04 AM September 5, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Ryan Tannehill, Matt Moore
Running Back (4)- Lamar Miller, Knowshon Moreno, Damien Williams, Orleans Darkwa
Wide Receiver (5)- Mike Wallace, Greg Hartline, Brandon Gibson, Jarvis Landry, Rishard Mathews
Tight End (3)- Charles Clay, Dion Sims, Gator Hoskins
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Samson Satele, Dallas Thomas, Shelley Smith, Billy Turner, Daryn Colledge, Mike Pouncey
Offensive Tackle (4)- Brandon Albert, Ju'Wuan James, Jason Fox, Nate Garner
Defensive Tackle (5)- Randy Starks, Jared Odrick, Earl Mitchell, Anthony Johnson, Bruce Gaston
Defensive End (4)- Cameron Wake, Olivier Vernon, Derrick Shelby, Terrence Fede
Linebacker (8)- Koa Misi, Danell Ellerbe, Phillip Wheeler, Jelani Jenkins, Jordan Tripp, Andrew Trusnik, Jonathan Freeny, Chris McCain
Defensive Back (9)- Jimmy Wilson, Louis Delmas, Brent Grimes, Cortland Finnegan, Jamar Taylor, Will Davis, Walt Aikens, Michael Thomas, Sammy Seamster
Kicker (1)- Caleb Sturgis
Punter (1)- Brandon Fields
Long Snapper (1)- John Denney
Suspended- Dion Jordan (first four games of reg. season), Reshad Jones (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Arthur Lynch, Mike Gillislee
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 9:04 AM September 5, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Ryan Tannehill, Matt Moore
Running Back (4)- Lamar Miller, Knowshon Moreno, Damien Williams, Orleans Darkwa
Wide Receiver (5)- Mike Wallace, Greg Hartline, Brandon Gibson, Jarvis Landry, Rishard Mathews
Tight End (3)- Charles Clay, Dion Sims, Gator Hoskins
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Samson Satele, Dallas Thomas, Shelley Smith, Billy Turner, Daryn Colledge, Mike Pouncey
Offensive Tackle (4)- Brandon Albert, Ju'Wuan James, Jason Fox, Nate Garner
Defensive Tackle (5)- Randy Starks, Jared Odrick, Earl Mitchell, Anthony Johnson, Bruce Gaston
Defensive End (4)- Cameron Wake, Olivier Vernon, Derrick Shelby, Terrence Fede
Linebacker (8)- Koa Misi, Danell Ellerbe, Phillip Wheeler, Jelani Jenkins, Jordan Tripp, Andrew Trusnik, Jonathan Freeny, Chris McCain
Defensive Back (9)- Jimmy Wilson, Louis Delmas, Brent Grimes, Cortland Finnegan, Jamar Taylor, Will Davis, Walt Aikens, Michael Thomas, Sammy Seamster
Kicker (1)- Caleb Sturgis
Punter (1)- Brandon Fields
Long Snapper (1)- John Denney
Suspended- Dion Jordan (first four games of reg. season), Reshad Jones (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Arthur Lynch, Mike Gillislee
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Saturday, July 5, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Chiefs
LAST UPDATED: 9:54 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Alex Smith, Chase Daniel, Aaron Murray
Running Back (5)- Jamaal Charles, Knile Davis, Cyrus Gray, De'Anthony Thomas, Joe McKnight
Fullback (1)- Anthony Sherman
Wide Receiver (5)- Donnie Avery, Junior Hemmingway, A.J. Jenkins, Frankie Hammond, Albert Wilson
Tight End (3)- Anthony Fasano, Travis Kelce, Demetrius Harris
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Rodney Hudson, Jeff Allen, Jeff Linkenbach, Mike McGlynn, Eric Kush, Zach Fulton
Offensive Tackle (3)- Eric Fisher, Ryan Harris, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif
Nose Tackle (2)- Dontari Poe, Vance Walker
Defensive End (4)- Allen Bailey, Jaye Howard, Mike DeVito, Damion Square
Linebacker (9)- Derrick Johnson, Joe Mays, Tamba Hali, Justin Houston, Dee Ford, James-Michael Johnson, Frank Zombo, Josh Martin, Josh Mauga
Defensive Back (10)- Eric Berry, Husain Abdullah, Sean Smith, Marcus Cooper, Ron Parker, Chris Owens, Phillip Gaines, Daniel Sorensen, Kurt Coleman, Kelcie McCray
Kicker (1)- Cairo Santos
Punter (1)- Dustin Colquitt
Long Snapper (1)- Thomas Gafford
Suspended- Dwayne Bowe (first game of reg. season), Donald Stephenson (first four games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- Mike Catapano
Injured Reserve- Sanders Commings, Tyler Bray
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 9:54 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Alex Smith, Chase Daniel, Aaron Murray
Running Back (5)- Jamaal Charles, Knile Davis, Cyrus Gray, De'Anthony Thomas, Joe McKnight
Fullback (1)- Anthony Sherman
Wide Receiver (5)- Donnie Avery, Junior Hemmingway, A.J. Jenkins, Frankie Hammond, Albert Wilson
Tight End (3)- Anthony Fasano, Travis Kelce, Demetrius Harris
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Rodney Hudson, Jeff Allen, Jeff Linkenbach, Mike McGlynn, Eric Kush, Zach Fulton
Offensive Tackle (3)- Eric Fisher, Ryan Harris, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif
Nose Tackle (2)- Dontari Poe, Vance Walker
Defensive End (4)- Allen Bailey, Jaye Howard, Mike DeVito, Damion Square
Linebacker (9)- Derrick Johnson, Joe Mays, Tamba Hali, Justin Houston, Dee Ford, James-Michael Johnson, Frank Zombo, Josh Martin, Josh Mauga
Defensive Back (10)- Eric Berry, Husain Abdullah, Sean Smith, Marcus Cooper, Ron Parker, Chris Owens, Phillip Gaines, Daniel Sorensen, Kurt Coleman, Kelcie McCray
Kicker (1)- Cairo Santos
Punter (1)- Dustin Colquitt
Long Snapper (1)- Thomas Gafford
Suspended- Dwayne Bowe (first game of reg. season), Donald Stephenson (first four games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- Mike Catapano
Injured Reserve- Sanders Commings, Tyler Bray
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Friday, July 4, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville Jaguars
LAST UPDATED: 5:57 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Chad Henne, Blake Bortles
Running Back (4)- Toby Gerhart, Jordan Todman, Denard Robinson, Storm Johnson
Fullback (1)- Will Ta'ufo'ou
Wide Receiver (5)- Cecil Shorts, Marqise Lee, Allen Robinson, Mike Brown, Allen Hurns
Tight End (3)- Marcedes Lewis, Clay Harbor, Mickey Shuler
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Luke Bowanko, Zane Beadles, Jacques McClendon, Brandon Linder, Tyler Shatley
Offensive Tackle (5)- Luke Joeckel, Austin Pasztor, Cameron Bradfield, Sam Young, Josh Wells
Defensive Tackle (4)- Sen'Derrick Marks, Roy Miller, Ziggy Hood, Abry Jones
Defensive End (6)- Tyson Alualu, Red Bryant, Chris Clemons, Andre Branch, Chris Smith, Ryan Davis
Linebacker (6)- Paul Posluszny, Geno Hayes, Dekoda Watson, Telvin Smith, LaRoy Reynolds, J.T. Thomas
Defensive Back (9)- Jon Cyprien, Winston Guy, Dwayne Gratz, Alan Ball, Will Blackmon, Demetrius McCray, Josh Evans, Chris Prosinski, Jeremy Harris
Kicker (1)- Josh Scobee
Punter (1)- Bryan Anger
Long Snapper (1)- Carson Tinker
Physically Unable to Perform- Aaron Colvin
Suspended- Justin Blackmon (indefinitely), Ace Sanders (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Tandon Doss, Rashaad Reynolds, Bradie Ewing
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 5:57 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Chad Henne, Blake Bortles
Running Back (4)- Toby Gerhart, Jordan Todman, Denard Robinson, Storm Johnson
Fullback (1)- Will Ta'ufo'ou
Wide Receiver (5)- Cecil Shorts, Marqise Lee, Allen Robinson, Mike Brown, Allen Hurns
Tight End (3)- Marcedes Lewis, Clay Harbor, Mickey Shuler
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Luke Bowanko, Zane Beadles, Jacques McClendon, Brandon Linder, Tyler Shatley
Offensive Tackle (5)- Luke Joeckel, Austin Pasztor, Cameron Bradfield, Sam Young, Josh Wells
Defensive Tackle (4)- Sen'Derrick Marks, Roy Miller, Ziggy Hood, Abry Jones
Defensive End (6)- Tyson Alualu, Red Bryant, Chris Clemons, Andre Branch, Chris Smith, Ryan Davis
Linebacker (6)- Paul Posluszny, Geno Hayes, Dekoda Watson, Telvin Smith, LaRoy Reynolds, J.T. Thomas
Defensive Back (9)- Jon Cyprien, Winston Guy, Dwayne Gratz, Alan Ball, Will Blackmon, Demetrius McCray, Josh Evans, Chris Prosinski, Jeremy Harris
Kicker (1)- Josh Scobee
Punter (1)- Bryan Anger
Long Snapper (1)- Carson Tinker
Physically Unable to Perform- Aaron Colvin
Suspended- Justin Blackmon (indefinitely), Ace Sanders (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Tandon Doss, Rashaad Reynolds, Bradie Ewing
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills
LAST UPDATED: 8:02 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- EJ Manuel, Kyle Orton, Jeff Tuel
Running Back (4)- C.J. Spiller, Fred Jackson, Bryce Brown, Anthony Dixon
Fullback (1)- Frank Summers
Wide Receiver (6)- Sammy Watkins, Robert Woods, Mike Williams, Marquise Goodwin, Marcus Easley, Chris Hogan
Tight End (3)- Scott Chandler, Lee Smith, Chris Gragg
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Eric Wood, Chris Williams, Erik Pears, Kraig Urbik, Cyril Richardson
Offensive Tackle (4)- Cordy Glenn, Seantrel Henderson, Chris Hairston, Cyrus Kouandjio
Defensive Tackle (4)- Kyle Williams, Marcell Dareus, Stefan Charles, Corbin Bryant
Defensive End (4)- Mario Williams, Jerry Hughes, Manny Lawson, Jarius Wynn
Linebacker (6)- Brandon Spikes, Preston Brown, Keith Rivers, Randell Johnson, Ty Powell, Jacquies Smith
Defensive Back (10)- Aaron Williams, Da'Norris Searcy, Stephon Gilmore, Leodis McKelvin, Corey Graham, Nickell Robey, Duke Williams, Ron Brooks, Ross Cockrell, Jonathan Meeks
Kicker (2)- Dan Carpenter, Colton Schmidt
Punter (1)- Jordan Gay
Long Snapper (1)- Garrison Sanborn
Suspended- Nigel Bradham (first game of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Kiko Alonso, Stevenson Sylvester, Tony Moeaki
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 8:02 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- EJ Manuel, Kyle Orton, Jeff Tuel
Running Back (4)- C.J. Spiller, Fred Jackson, Bryce Brown, Anthony Dixon
Fullback (1)- Frank Summers
Wide Receiver (6)- Sammy Watkins, Robert Woods, Mike Williams, Marquise Goodwin, Marcus Easley, Chris Hogan
Tight End (3)- Scott Chandler, Lee Smith, Chris Gragg
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Eric Wood, Chris Williams, Erik Pears, Kraig Urbik, Cyril Richardson
Offensive Tackle (4)- Cordy Glenn, Seantrel Henderson, Chris Hairston, Cyrus Kouandjio
Defensive Tackle (4)- Kyle Williams, Marcell Dareus, Stefan Charles, Corbin Bryant
Defensive End (4)- Mario Williams, Jerry Hughes, Manny Lawson, Jarius Wynn
Linebacker (6)- Brandon Spikes, Preston Brown, Keith Rivers, Randell Johnson, Ty Powell, Jacquies Smith
Defensive Back (10)- Aaron Williams, Da'Norris Searcy, Stephon Gilmore, Leodis McKelvin, Corey Graham, Nickell Robey, Duke Williams, Ron Brooks, Ross Cockrell, Jonathan Meeks
Kicker (2)- Dan Carpenter, Colton Schmidt
Punter (1)- Jordan Gay
Long Snapper (1)- Garrison Sanborn
Suspended- Nigel Bradham (first game of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Kiko Alonso, Stevenson Sylvester, Tony Moeaki
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Projected 53-Man Roster: Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis Colts
LAST UPDATED: 1:59 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Andrew Luck, Matt Hasselbeck
Running Back (4)- Trent Richardson, Ahmad Bradshaw, Dan Herron, Zurlon Tipton
Fullback (1)- Mario Harvey
Wide Receiver (6)- Reggie Wayne, Hakeem Nicks, T.Y. Hilton, Donte Moncrief, Da'Rick Rodgers, Griff Whalen
Tight End (3)- Dwayne Allen, Coby Fleener, Jack Doyle
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Khaled Holmes, Hugh Thornton, Jack Mewhort, Lance Louis, Jonotthan Harrison
Offensive Tackle (4)- Anthony Castonzo, Gosder Cherilus, Joe Reitz, Jamon Meredith
Nose Tackle (2)- Josh Chapman, Zach Kerr
Defensive End (4)- Arthur Jones, Ricky Jean-Francois, Cory Redding, Montori Hughes
Linebacker (9)- Jerrell Freeman, D'Qwell Jackson, Erik Walden, Bjoern Werner, Josh McNary, Henoc Muamba, Cam Johnson, Jonathan Newsome, Andy Studebaker
Defensive Back (9)- LaRon Landry, Mike Adams, Vontae Davis, Darius Butler, Greg Toler, Sergio Brown, Josh Gordy, Colt Anderson, Loucheiz Purifoy
Kicker (1)- Adam Vinatieri
Punter (1)- Pat McAfee
Long Snapper (1)- Matt Overton
Physically Unable to Perform- Stanley Havili
Suspended- Robert Mathis (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Vick Ballard, Donald Thomas, Daniel Adongo, Ulrick John, Joe Reitz
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 1:59 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Andrew Luck, Matt Hasselbeck
Running Back (4)- Trent Richardson, Ahmad Bradshaw, Dan Herron, Zurlon Tipton
Fullback (1)- Mario Harvey
Wide Receiver (6)- Reggie Wayne, Hakeem Nicks, T.Y. Hilton, Donte Moncrief, Da'Rick Rodgers, Griff Whalen
Tight End (3)- Dwayne Allen, Coby Fleener, Jack Doyle
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Khaled Holmes, Hugh Thornton, Jack Mewhort, Lance Louis, Jonotthan Harrison
Offensive Tackle (4)- Anthony Castonzo, Gosder Cherilus, Joe Reitz, Jamon Meredith
Nose Tackle (2)- Josh Chapman, Zach Kerr
Defensive End (4)- Arthur Jones, Ricky Jean-Francois, Cory Redding, Montori Hughes
Linebacker (9)- Jerrell Freeman, D'Qwell Jackson, Erik Walden, Bjoern Werner, Josh McNary, Henoc Muamba, Cam Johnson, Jonathan Newsome, Andy Studebaker
Defensive Back (9)- LaRon Landry, Mike Adams, Vontae Davis, Darius Butler, Greg Toler, Sergio Brown, Josh Gordy, Colt Anderson, Loucheiz Purifoy
Kicker (1)- Adam Vinatieri
Punter (1)- Pat McAfee
Long Snapper (1)- Matt Overton
Physically Unable to Perform- Stanley Havili
Suspended- Robert Mathis (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Vick Ballard, Donald Thomas, Daniel Adongo, Ulrick John, Joe Reitz
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Houston Texans
Houston Texans
LAST UPDATED: 5:54 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Ryan Fitzpatrick, Ryan Mallett, Tom Savage
Running Back (4)- Arian Foster, Jonathan Grimes, Ronnie Brown, Alfred Blue
Fullback (1)- Jay Prosch
Wide Receiver (5)- Andre Johnson, DeAndre Hopkins, Keshawn Martin, DeVier Posey, Damaris Johnson
Tight End (3)- Garrett Graham, C.J. Fiedorowicz, Ryan Griffin
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Chris Myers, Ben Jones, Brandon Brooks, Xavier Su'a-Filo
Offensive Tackle (4)- Duane Brown, Derek Newton, Tyson Clabo, Jeff Adams
Nose Tackle (2)- Jerrell Powe, Louis Nix
Defensive End (4)- J.J. Watt, Jared Crick, Jeoffrey Pagan, Tim Jamison
Linebacker (9)- Brian Cushing, Brooks Reed, Jadeveon Clowney, Whitney Mercilus, Justin Tuggle, Akeem Dent, Jeff Tarpinian, Mike Mohamed, Jason Ankrah
Defensive Back (11)- D.J. Swearinger, Kendrick Lewis, Jonathan Joseph, Kareem Jackson, Danieal Manning, Shiloh Keo, A.J. Bouye, Eddie Pleasant, Elbert Mack, Darryl Morris, Andre Hal
Kicker (1)- Randy Bulloch
Punter (1)- Shane Lechler
Long Snapper (1)- Jonathan Weeks
Injured Reserve- Alan Bonner, David Quessenberry, Will Yeatman
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 5:54 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Ryan Fitzpatrick, Ryan Mallett, Tom Savage
Running Back (4)- Arian Foster, Jonathan Grimes, Ronnie Brown, Alfred Blue
Fullback (1)- Jay Prosch
Wide Receiver (5)- Andre Johnson, DeAndre Hopkins, Keshawn Martin, DeVier Posey, Damaris Johnson
Tight End (3)- Garrett Graham, C.J. Fiedorowicz, Ryan Griffin
Offensive Center/Guard (4)- Chris Myers, Ben Jones, Brandon Brooks, Xavier Su'a-Filo
Offensive Tackle (4)- Duane Brown, Derek Newton, Tyson Clabo, Jeff Adams
Nose Tackle (2)- Jerrell Powe, Louis Nix
Defensive End (4)- J.J. Watt, Jared Crick, Jeoffrey Pagan, Tim Jamison
Linebacker (9)- Brian Cushing, Brooks Reed, Jadeveon Clowney, Whitney Mercilus, Justin Tuggle, Akeem Dent, Jeff Tarpinian, Mike Mohamed, Jason Ankrah
Defensive Back (11)- D.J. Swearinger, Kendrick Lewis, Jonathan Joseph, Kareem Jackson, Danieal Manning, Shiloh Keo, A.J. Bouye, Eddie Pleasant, Elbert Mack, Darryl Morris, Andre Hal
Kicker (1)- Randy Bulloch
Punter (1)- Shane Lechler
Long Snapper (1)- Jonathan Weeks
Injured Reserve- Alan Bonner, David Quessenberry, Will Yeatman
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers
LAST UPDATED: 2:29 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Aaron Rodgers, Matt Flynn, Scott Tolzien
Running Back (3)- Eddie Lacy, DuJuan Harris, James Starks
Fullback (1)- John Kuhn
Wide Receiver (5)- Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb, Jarrett Boykin, Davante Adams, Jeff Janis
Tight End (4)- Richard Rodgers, Andrew Quarless, Brandon Bostick, Ryan Taylor
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Corey Linsley, Josh Sitton, T.J. Lang, Lane Taylor, Garth Gerhart
Offensive Tackle (3)- Bryan Bulaga, David Bakhtiari, Derek Sherrod
Nose Tackle (2)- Letroy Guion, Mike Pennell
Defensive End (3)- Mike Daniels, Datone Jones, Josh Boyd
Linebacker (11)- A.J. Hawk, Brad Jones, Clay Matthews, Julius Peppers, Mike Neal, Nick Perry, Carl Bradford, Jamari Lattimore, Andy Mulumba, Sam Barrington, Jay Elliot
Defensive Back (10)- Morgan Burnett, Micah Hyde, Tramon Williams, Sam Shields, Casey Hayward, Ha'Sean Clinton-Dix, Davon House, Sean Richardson, Jarrett Bush, Demetri Goodson
Kicker (1)- Mason Crosby
Punter (1)- Tim Masthay
Long Snapper (1)- Brett Goode
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- B.J. Raji, Colt Lyerla, Don Barclay, Jared Abbrederis, Khyri Thornton, J.C. Tretter
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:29 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Aaron Rodgers, Matt Flynn, Scott Tolzien
Running Back (3)- Eddie Lacy, DuJuan Harris, James Starks
Fullback (1)- John Kuhn
Wide Receiver (5)- Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb, Jarrett Boykin, Davante Adams, Jeff Janis
Tight End (4)- Richard Rodgers, Andrew Quarless, Brandon Bostick, Ryan Taylor
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Corey Linsley, Josh Sitton, T.J. Lang, Lane Taylor, Garth Gerhart
Offensive Tackle (3)- Bryan Bulaga, David Bakhtiari, Derek Sherrod
Nose Tackle (2)- Letroy Guion, Mike Pennell
Defensive End (3)- Mike Daniels, Datone Jones, Josh Boyd
Linebacker (11)- A.J. Hawk, Brad Jones, Clay Matthews, Julius Peppers, Mike Neal, Nick Perry, Carl Bradford, Jamari Lattimore, Andy Mulumba, Sam Barrington, Jay Elliot
Defensive Back (10)- Morgan Burnett, Micah Hyde, Tramon Williams, Sam Shields, Casey Hayward, Ha'Sean Clinton-Dix, Davon House, Sean Richardson, Jarrett Bush, Demetri Goodson
Kicker (1)- Mason Crosby
Punter (1)- Tim Masthay
Long Snapper (1)- Brett Goode
Injured Reserve/Designated for Return- B.J. Raji, Colt Lyerla, Don Barclay, Jared Abbrederis, Khyri Thornton, J.C. Tretter
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos
LAST UPDATED: 2:31 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Peyton Manning, Brock Osweiler
Running Back (4)- Montee Ball, Ronnie Hillman, C.J. Anderson, Juwan Thompson
Wide Receiver (6)- Demaryius Thomas, Emmanuel Sanders, Andre Caldwell, Cody Latimer, Nathan Palmer, Isaiah Burse
Tight End (3)- Julius Thomas, Virgil Green, Jacob Tamme
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Manny Ramirez, Orlando Franklin, Louis Vasquez, Will Montgomery, Ben Garland
Offensive Tackle (4)- Ryan Clady, Chris Clark, Michael Schofield, Paul Cornick
Defensive Tackle (4)- Terrance Knighton, Sylvester Williams, Marvin Austin, Mitch Unrein
Defensive End (4)- DeMarcus Ware, Derek Wolfe, Malik Jackson, Quanterus Smith
Linebacker (8)- Von Miller, Danny Trevathan, Brandon Marshall, Steven Johnson, Lamin Barrow, Nate Irving, Corey Nelson, Lerentee McCray
Defensive Back (10)- T.J. Ward, Rahim Moore, Aqib Talib, Chris Harris, Bradley Roby, Kayvon Webster, Quinton Carter, Tony Carter, Omar Bolden, David Bruton
Kicker (1)- Brandon McManus
Punter (1)- Britton Colquitt
Long Snapper (1)- Aaron Brewer
Suspended- Matt Prater (first four games of reg. season), Wes Welker (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Jamar Chaney, Jordan Norwood
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:31 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Peyton Manning, Brock Osweiler
Running Back (4)- Montee Ball, Ronnie Hillman, C.J. Anderson, Juwan Thompson
Wide Receiver (6)- Demaryius Thomas, Emmanuel Sanders, Andre Caldwell, Cody Latimer, Nathan Palmer, Isaiah Burse
Tight End (3)- Julius Thomas, Virgil Green, Jacob Tamme
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Manny Ramirez, Orlando Franklin, Louis Vasquez, Will Montgomery, Ben Garland
Offensive Tackle (4)- Ryan Clady, Chris Clark, Michael Schofield, Paul Cornick
Defensive Tackle (4)- Terrance Knighton, Sylvester Williams, Marvin Austin, Mitch Unrein
Defensive End (4)- DeMarcus Ware, Derek Wolfe, Malik Jackson, Quanterus Smith
Linebacker (8)- Von Miller, Danny Trevathan, Brandon Marshall, Steven Johnson, Lamin Barrow, Nate Irving, Corey Nelson, Lerentee McCray
Defensive Back (10)- T.J. Ward, Rahim Moore, Aqib Talib, Chris Harris, Bradley Roby, Kayvon Webster, Quinton Carter, Tony Carter, Omar Bolden, David Bruton
Kicker (1)- Brandon McManus
Punter (1)- Britton Colquitt
Long Snapper (1)- Aaron Brewer
Suspended- Matt Prater (first four games of reg. season), Wes Welker (first four games of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Jamar Chaney, Jordan Norwood
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys
LAST UPDATED: 9:50 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Tony Romo, Brandon Weeden, Dustin Vaughan
Running Back (3)- DeMarco Murray, Joseph Randle, Lance Dunbar
Fullback (1)- Tyler Clutts
Wide Receiver (5)- Dez Bryant, Terrance Williams, Cole Beasley, Devin Street, Dwayne Harris
Tight End (3)- Jason Witten, Gavin Escobar, James Hanna
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Travis Frederick, Zack Martin, Ronald Leary, Mackenzy Bernadeau, Donald Hawkins
Offensive Tackle (4)- Tyron Smith, Doug Free, Jeremy Parnell, Darrion Weems
Defensive Tackle (5)- Henry Melton, Nick Hayden, Terrell McClain, Davon Coleman, Ken Bishop
Defensive End (6)- George Selvie, Jeremy Mincey, Demarcus Lawrence, Tyrone Crawford, Lavar Edward, Jack Crawford
Linebacker (7)- Justin Durant, Bruce Carter, Kyle Wilber, Anthony Hitchens, Rolando McClain, Korey Toomer, Cameron Lawrence
Defensive Back (8)- Barry Church, J.J. Wilcox, Brandon Carr, Morris Claiborne, Sterling Moore, Jeff Heath, C.J. Spillman, Tyler Patmon
Kicker (1)- Dan Bailey
Punter (1)- Chris Jones
Long Snapper (1)- L.P. Ladouceur
Suspended- Orlando Scandrick (first four games of reg. season), Jakar Hamilton (first four games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- Anthony Spencer
Injured Reserve- Sean Lee, Ben Gardner, Matt Johnson, DeVonte Holloman, Justin Green
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 9:50 AM September 3, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Tony Romo, Brandon Weeden, Dustin Vaughan
Running Back (3)- DeMarco Murray, Joseph Randle, Lance Dunbar
Fullback (1)- Tyler Clutts
Wide Receiver (5)- Dez Bryant, Terrance Williams, Cole Beasley, Devin Street, Dwayne Harris
Tight End (3)- Jason Witten, Gavin Escobar, James Hanna
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Travis Frederick, Zack Martin, Ronald Leary, Mackenzy Bernadeau, Donald Hawkins
Offensive Tackle (4)- Tyron Smith, Doug Free, Jeremy Parnell, Darrion Weems
Defensive Tackle (5)- Henry Melton, Nick Hayden, Terrell McClain, Davon Coleman, Ken Bishop
Defensive End (6)- George Selvie, Jeremy Mincey, Demarcus Lawrence, Tyrone Crawford, Lavar Edward, Jack Crawford
Linebacker (7)- Justin Durant, Bruce Carter, Kyle Wilber, Anthony Hitchens, Rolando McClain, Korey Toomer, Cameron Lawrence
Defensive Back (8)- Barry Church, J.J. Wilcox, Brandon Carr, Morris Claiborne, Sterling Moore, Jeff Heath, C.J. Spillman, Tyler Patmon
Kicker (1)- Dan Bailey
Punter (1)- Chris Jones
Long Snapper (1)- L.P. Ladouceur
Suspended- Orlando Scandrick (first four games of reg. season), Jakar Hamilton (first four games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- Anthony Spencer
Injured Reserve- Sean Lee, Ben Gardner, Matt Johnson, DeVonte Holloman, Justin Green
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Friday, June 27, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Cleveland Browns
Cleveland Browns
LAST UPDATED: 2:02 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Brian Hoyer, Johnny Manziel
Running Back (4)- Ben Tate, Terrance West, Isaiah Crowell, Glenn Winston
Fullback (1)- Ray Agnew
Wide Receiver (5)- Andrew Hawkins, Miles Austin, Travis Benjamin, LaRon Byrd, Taylor Gabriel
Tight End (3)- Jordan Cameron, Gary Barnidge, Jim Dray
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Alex Mack, Joel Bitonio, John Greco, Paul McQuistan, Ryan Seymour
Offensive Tackle (3)- Joe Thomas, Mitchell Schwartz, Vinston Painter
Nose Tackle (3)- Phil Taylor, Ahtyba Rubin, Ishmaa'ily Kitchen
Defensive End (4)- Desmond Bryant, Billy Winn, Armonty Bryant, John Hughes
Linebacker (8)- Karlos Dansby, Craig Robertson, Jabaal Sheard, Paul Kruger, Barkevious Mingo, Christian Kirksey, Tank Carder, Eric Martin
Defensive Back (12)- Donte Whitner, Tashaun Gipson, Joe Haden, Justin Gilbert, Buster Skrine, Jordan Poyer, Pierre Desir, Jim Leonhard, Johnson Bademosi, Aaron Berry, K'Waun Williams, Robert Nelson
Kicker (1)- Billy Cundiff
Punter (1)- Spencer Lanning
Long Snapper (1)- Christian Young
Suspended- Josh Gordon (entire 2014 season), Marlon Moore (first game of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Darius Eubanks, Isaiah Trufant
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:02 PM September 4, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Brian Hoyer, Johnny Manziel
Running Back (4)- Ben Tate, Terrance West, Isaiah Crowell, Glenn Winston
Fullback (1)- Ray Agnew
Wide Receiver (5)- Andrew Hawkins, Miles Austin, Travis Benjamin, LaRon Byrd, Taylor Gabriel
Tight End (3)- Jordan Cameron, Gary Barnidge, Jim Dray
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Alex Mack, Joel Bitonio, John Greco, Paul McQuistan, Ryan Seymour
Offensive Tackle (3)- Joe Thomas, Mitchell Schwartz, Vinston Painter
Nose Tackle (3)- Phil Taylor, Ahtyba Rubin, Ishmaa'ily Kitchen
Defensive End (4)- Desmond Bryant, Billy Winn, Armonty Bryant, John Hughes
Linebacker (8)- Karlos Dansby, Craig Robertson, Jabaal Sheard, Paul Kruger, Barkevious Mingo, Christian Kirksey, Tank Carder, Eric Martin
Defensive Back (12)- Donte Whitner, Tashaun Gipson, Joe Haden, Justin Gilbert, Buster Skrine, Jordan Poyer, Pierre Desir, Jim Leonhard, Johnson Bademosi, Aaron Berry, K'Waun Williams, Robert Nelson
Kicker (1)- Billy Cundiff
Punter (1)- Spencer Lanning
Long Snapper (1)- Christian Young
Suspended- Josh Gordon (entire 2014 season), Marlon Moore (first game of reg. season)
Injured Reserve- Darius Eubanks, Isaiah Trufant
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals
LAST UPDATED: 10:32 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Andy Dalton, Jason Campbell
Running Back (4)- Giovani Bernard, Jeremy Hill, Cedric Peerman, Rex Burkhead
Wide Receiver (6)- A.J. Green, Marvin Jones, Mohamed Sanu, Dane Sanzenbacher, Brandon Tate, James Wright
Tight End (4)- Jermaine Gresham, Tyler Eifert, Alex Smith, Ryan Hewitt
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Russell Bodine, Kevin Zeitler, Clint Boling, Mike Pollack, T.J. Johnson
Offensive Tackle (4)- Andrew Whitworth, Andre Smith, Marshall Newhouse, Tanner Hawkinson
Defensive Tackle (3)- Geno Atkins, Domata Peko, Brandon Thompson
Defensive End (5)- Carlos Dunlap, Wallace Gilberry, Margus Hunt, Robert Geathers, Will Clarke
Linebacker (7)- Vontaze Burfict, Ray Maualuga, Emmanuel Lamur, Vincent Rey, Jason DiManche, Sean Porter, Marquis Flowers
Defensive Back (10)- Reggie Nelson, George Iloka, Leon Hall, Terence Newman, Adam Jones, Dre Kirkpatrick, Darqueze Dennard, Shawn Williams, Taylor Mays, Onterio McCalebb
Kicker (1)- Mike Nugent
Punter (1)- Kevin Huber
Long Snapper (1)- Clark Harris
Suspended- Chris Lewis-Harris (first two games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- A.J. McCarron
Injured Reserve- J.K. Schaffer
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 10:32 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (2)- Andy Dalton, Jason Campbell
Running Back (4)- Giovani Bernard, Jeremy Hill, Cedric Peerman, Rex Burkhead
Wide Receiver (6)- A.J. Green, Marvin Jones, Mohamed Sanu, Dane Sanzenbacher, Brandon Tate, James Wright
Tight End (4)- Jermaine Gresham, Tyler Eifert, Alex Smith, Ryan Hewitt
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Russell Bodine, Kevin Zeitler, Clint Boling, Mike Pollack, T.J. Johnson
Offensive Tackle (4)- Andrew Whitworth, Andre Smith, Marshall Newhouse, Tanner Hawkinson
Defensive Tackle (3)- Geno Atkins, Domata Peko, Brandon Thompson
Defensive End (5)- Carlos Dunlap, Wallace Gilberry, Margus Hunt, Robert Geathers, Will Clarke
Linebacker (7)- Vontaze Burfict, Ray Maualuga, Emmanuel Lamur, Vincent Rey, Jason DiManche, Sean Porter, Marquis Flowers
Defensive Back (10)- Reggie Nelson, George Iloka, Leon Hall, Terence Newman, Adam Jones, Dre Kirkpatrick, Darqueze Dennard, Shawn Williams, Taylor Mays, Onterio McCalebb
Kicker (1)- Mike Nugent
Punter (1)- Kevin Huber
Long Snapper (1)- Clark Harris
Suspended- Chris Lewis-Harris (first two games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- A.J. McCarron
Injured Reserve- J.K. Schaffer
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
LAST UPDATED: 6:12 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Jay Cutler, Jimmy Clausen, David Fales
Running Back (4)- Matt Forte, Ka'Deem Carey, Shaun Draughn, Senorise Perry
Fullback (1)- Tony Fiammetta
Wide Receiver (6)- Brandon Marshall, Alshon Jeffery, Josh Morgan, Santonio Holmes, Marquess Wilson, Micheal Spurlock
Tight End (3)- Martellus Bennett, Dante Rosario, Matthew Mulligan
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Roberto Garza, Matt Slauson, Kyle Long, Brian De La Puente, Michael Ola
Offensive Tackle (3)- Jermon Bushrod, Jordan Mills, Charles Leno
Defensive Tackle (4)- Jay Ratliff, Will Sutton, Ego Ferguson, Stephen Paea
Defensive End (6)- Jared Allen, Lamarr Houston, Willie Young, David Bass, Trevor Scott, Cornelius Washington
Linebacker (6)- D.J. Williams, Lance Briggs, Shea McClellin, Jon Bostic, Khaseem Greene, Christian Jones
Defensive Back (9)- Ryan Mundy, Brock Vereen, Charles Tillman, Tim Jennings, Kyle Fuller, Chris Conte, Sherrick McManis, Demontre Hurst, Danny McCray
Kicker (1)- Robbie Gould
Punter (1)- Pat O'Donnell
Long Snapper (1)- Brandon Hartson
Injured Reserve- Zach Miller
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 6:12 PM August 30, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Jay Cutler, Jimmy Clausen, David Fales
Running Back (4)- Matt Forte, Ka'Deem Carey, Shaun Draughn, Senorise Perry
Fullback (1)- Tony Fiammetta
Wide Receiver (6)- Brandon Marshall, Alshon Jeffery, Josh Morgan, Santonio Holmes, Marquess Wilson, Micheal Spurlock
Tight End (3)- Martellus Bennett, Dante Rosario, Matthew Mulligan
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Roberto Garza, Matt Slauson, Kyle Long, Brian De La Puente, Michael Ola
Offensive Tackle (3)- Jermon Bushrod, Jordan Mills, Charles Leno
Defensive Tackle (4)- Jay Ratliff, Will Sutton, Ego Ferguson, Stephen Paea
Defensive End (6)- Jared Allen, Lamarr Houston, Willie Young, David Bass, Trevor Scott, Cornelius Washington
Linebacker (6)- D.J. Williams, Lance Briggs, Shea McClellin, Jon Bostic, Khaseem Greene, Christian Jones
Defensive Back (9)- Ryan Mundy, Brock Vereen, Charles Tillman, Tim Jennings, Kyle Fuller, Chris Conte, Sherrick McManis, Demontre Hurst, Danny McCray
Kicker (1)- Robbie Gould
Punter (1)- Pat O'Donnell
Long Snapper (1)- Brandon Hartson
Injured Reserve- Zach Miller
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Carolina Panthers
Carolina Panthers
LAST UPDATED: 2:39 PM September 2, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Cam Newton, Derek Anderson, Joe Webb
Running Back (3)- DeAngelo Williams, Jonathan Stewart, Fozzy Whittaker
Fullback (1)- Mike Tolbert
Wide Receiver (5)- Kelvin Benjamin, Jerricho Cotchery, Jason Avant, Brenton Bersin, Corey Brown
Tight End (4)- Greg Olsen, Ed Dickson, Brandon Williams, Richie Brockel
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Ryan Kalil, Amini Silatolu, Trai Turner, Fernando Velasco, Andrew Norwell, Brian Folkerts
Offensive Tackle (4)- Byron Bell, Garry Williams, Nate Chandler, David Foucault
Defensive Tackle (4)- Star Lotulelei, Dwan Edwards, Kawann Short, Colin Cole
Defensive End (5)- Charles Johnson, Greg Hardy, Mario Addison, Kony Ealy, Wes Horton
Linebacker (6)- Luke Kuechly, Thomas Davis, Chase Blackburn, A.J. Klein, Jason Williams, Ben Jacobs
Defensive Back (9)- Roman Harper, Thomas DeCoud, Antoine Cason, Melvin White, Josh Norman, Charles Godfrey, Bene' Benwikere, Tre Boston, Colin Jones
Kicker (1)- Graham Gano
Punter (1)- Brad Nortman
Long Snapper (1)- J.J. Jansen
Suspended- Frank Alexander (first four games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- DeAndre Presley
Injured Reserve- Edmund Kugbila, D.C. Jefferson, Kevin Hughes
*Depth charts courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 2:39 PM September 2, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Cam Newton, Derek Anderson, Joe Webb
Running Back (3)- DeAngelo Williams, Jonathan Stewart, Fozzy Whittaker
Fullback (1)- Mike Tolbert
Wide Receiver (5)- Kelvin Benjamin, Jerricho Cotchery, Jason Avant, Brenton Bersin, Corey Brown
Tight End (4)- Greg Olsen, Ed Dickson, Brandon Williams, Richie Brockel
Offensive Center/Guard (6)- Ryan Kalil, Amini Silatolu, Trai Turner, Fernando Velasco, Andrew Norwell, Brian Folkerts
Offensive Tackle (4)- Byron Bell, Garry Williams, Nate Chandler, David Foucault
Defensive Tackle (4)- Star Lotulelei, Dwan Edwards, Kawann Short, Colin Cole
Defensive End (5)- Charles Johnson, Greg Hardy, Mario Addison, Kony Ealy, Wes Horton
Linebacker (6)- Luke Kuechly, Thomas Davis, Chase Blackburn, A.J. Klein, Jason Williams, Ben Jacobs
Defensive Back (9)- Roman Harper, Thomas DeCoud, Antoine Cason, Melvin White, Josh Norman, Charles Godfrey, Bene' Benwikere, Tre Boston, Colin Jones
Kicker (1)- Graham Gano
Punter (1)- Brad Nortman
Long Snapper (1)- J.J. Jansen
Suspended- Frank Alexander (first four games of reg. season)
Physically Unable to Perform- DeAndre Presley
Injured Reserve- Edmund Kugbila, D.C. Jefferson, Kevin Hughes
*Depth charts courtesy of Ourlads
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta Falcons
LAST UPDATED: 4:16 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matt Ryan, T.J. Yates, Sean Renfree
Running Back (4)- Steven Jackson, Jacquizz Rodgers, Devonta Freeman, Antone Smith
Fullback (1)- Patrick DiMarco
Wide Receiver (6)- Julio Jones, Roddy White, Harry Douglas, Devin Hester, Courtney Roby, Eric Weems
Tight End (2)- Levine Toilolo, Bear Pascoe
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Joe Hawley, Jon Asamoah, Justin Blalock, Peter Konz, James Stone
Offensive Tackle (4)- Jake Matthews, Lamar Holmes, Ryan Schraeder
Defensive Tackle (5)- Paul Soliai, Jonathan Babineaux, Tyson Jackson, Ra'Shede Hageman, Corey Peters
Defensive End (6)- Osi Umenyoria, Kroy Biermann, Malliciah Goodman, Jonathan Massaquoi, Stansly Maponga, Cliff Matthews
Linebacker (5)- Paul Worrilow, Joplo Bartu, Prince Shembo, Nate Stupar, Tyler Starr
Defensive Back (9)- William Moore, Dwight Lowery, Desmond Trufant, Robert Alford, Dezmen Southward, Robert McClain, Josh Wilson, Javier Arenas, Kemal Ishmael
Kicker (1)- Matt Bryant
Punter (1)- Matt Bosher
Long Snapper (1)- Josh Harris
Physically Unable to Perform- Drew Davis, Zeke Motta
Injured Reserve- Sam Baker, Mike Johnson
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
LAST UPDATED: 4:16 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Matt Ryan, T.J. Yates, Sean Renfree
Running Back (4)- Steven Jackson, Jacquizz Rodgers, Devonta Freeman, Antone Smith
Fullback (1)- Patrick DiMarco
Wide Receiver (6)- Julio Jones, Roddy White, Harry Douglas, Devin Hester, Courtney Roby, Eric Weems
Tight End (2)- Levine Toilolo, Bear Pascoe
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Joe Hawley, Jon Asamoah, Justin Blalock, Peter Konz, James Stone
Offensive Tackle (4)- Jake Matthews, Lamar Holmes, Ryan Schraeder
Defensive Tackle (5)- Paul Soliai, Jonathan Babineaux, Tyson Jackson, Ra'Shede Hageman, Corey Peters
Defensive End (6)- Osi Umenyoria, Kroy Biermann, Malliciah Goodman, Jonathan Massaquoi, Stansly Maponga, Cliff Matthews
Linebacker (5)- Paul Worrilow, Joplo Bartu, Prince Shembo, Nate Stupar, Tyler Starr
Defensive Back (9)- William Moore, Dwight Lowery, Desmond Trufant, Robert Alford, Dezmen Southward, Robert McClain, Josh Wilson, Javier Arenas, Kemal Ishmael
Kicker (1)- Matt Bryant
Punter (1)- Matt Bosher
Long Snapper (1)- Josh Harris
Physically Unable to Perform- Drew Davis, Zeke Motta
Injured Reserve- Sam Baker, Mike Johnson
*Depth chart courtesy of Ourlads
Friday, June 20, 2014
Projected 53-Man Roster: Arizona Cardinals
I seriously considered publishing my roster projections a few weeks ago, but with all the transactions that take place as teams find players to fill out their 90-player rosters before minicamp starts, I chose to wait until minicamps were underway. Without further ado, my final roster projections begin -- per the norm -- in alphabetical order, meaning a certain red bird is up first.
Arizona Cardinals
LAST UPDATED: 5:51 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Carson Palmer, Drew Stanton, Logan Thomas
Running Back (4)- Andre Ellington, Jonathan Dwyer, Stepfan Taylor, Robert Hughes
Wide Receiver (5)- Larry Fitzgerald, Michael Floyd, Ted Ginn Jr., John Brown, Jaron Brown
Tight End (4)- John Carlson, Troy Niklas, Rob Housler, Darren Fells
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Lyle Sendlein, Jonathan Cooper, Paul Fanaika, Ted Larsen, Earl Watford
Offensive Tackle (3)- Jared Veldheer, Bradley Sowell, Bobby Massie
Nose Tackle (2)- Dan Williams, Alameda Ta'amu
Defensive End (5)- Calais Campbell, Frostee Rucker, Tommy Kelly, Kareem Martin, Ed Stinson
Linebacker (11)- Larry Foote, Kevin Minter, John Abraham, Matt Shaughnessy, Sam Acho, Desmond Bishop, Alex Okafor, Kenny Demens, Lorenzo Alexander, Thomas Keiser, Glenn Carson
Defensive Back (8)- Patrick Peterson, Antonio Cromartie, Deone Bucannon, Tyrann Mathieu, Tony Jefferson, Rashad Johnson, Jerraud Powers, Justin Bethel
Kicker (1)- Chandler Catanzaro
Punter (1)- Dave Zastudil
Long Snapper (1)- Mike Leach
Injured Reserve- Darnell Dockett
Suspended- Daryl Washington (entire 2014 season).
*Depth charts courtesy of Ourlads
Arizona Cardinals
LAST UPDATED: 5:51 PM August 31, 2014
Quarterback (3)- Carson Palmer, Drew Stanton, Logan Thomas
Running Back (4)- Andre Ellington, Jonathan Dwyer, Stepfan Taylor, Robert Hughes
Wide Receiver (5)- Larry Fitzgerald, Michael Floyd, Ted Ginn Jr., John Brown, Jaron Brown
Tight End (4)- John Carlson, Troy Niklas, Rob Housler, Darren Fells
Offensive Center/Guard (5)- Lyle Sendlein, Jonathan Cooper, Paul Fanaika, Ted Larsen, Earl Watford
Offensive Tackle (3)- Jared Veldheer, Bradley Sowell, Bobby Massie
Nose Tackle (2)- Dan Williams, Alameda Ta'amu
Defensive End (5)- Calais Campbell, Frostee Rucker, Tommy Kelly, Kareem Martin, Ed Stinson
Linebacker (11)- Larry Foote, Kevin Minter, John Abraham, Matt Shaughnessy, Sam Acho, Desmond Bishop, Alex Okafor, Kenny Demens, Lorenzo Alexander, Thomas Keiser, Glenn Carson
Defensive Back (8)- Patrick Peterson, Antonio Cromartie, Deone Bucannon, Tyrann Mathieu, Tony Jefferson, Rashad Johnson, Jerraud Powers, Justin Bethel
Kicker (1)- Chandler Catanzaro
Punter (1)- Dave Zastudil
Long Snapper (1)- Mike Leach
Injured Reserve- Darnell Dockett
Suspended- Daryl Washington (entire 2014 season).
*Depth charts courtesy of Ourlads
Monday, June 16, 2014
The Seahawks shouldn't pay Marshawn Lynch
Seattle Seahawks' running back Marshawn Lynch recently said that he's considering retirement if the Seahawks don't give him a raise in pay. I understand where Lynch is coming from; Seattle wouldn't have won the Super Bowl without him. He's what makes their offense go. When Seattle acquired the man nicknamed "Beast Mode" in 2010, they got him on the cheap, giving up just two draft picks (a fourth- and fifth-rounder) to the Buffalo Bills. Since joining the Seahawks in Week 5 of the 2010 regular season, Lynch has rushed for 4,624 yards and 41 touchdowns, as well as 862 receiving yards and four touchdowns. He's been voted to each of the last three Pro Bowls and was named first-team All-Pro in 2012. But, this isn't about past accolades, it's all about business.
The Seahawks have a lot of talent on their roster, and a lot of that talent is made up of guys who were late round draft picks or didn't even get drafted, which means they're yet to sign a big money contract. Quarterback Russell Wilson -- still playing under his rookie contract, which is worth a total just south of $3 million -- is certain to break the bank when the 'Hawks sign him to a contract extension. The Seahawks' front office is certainly thinking about the younger, more promising players that will be due some hefty pay raises in the coming years, which would be made difficult if they were to give in to Lynch's demands, so to speak.
The other aspect to understand is the way the running back position is valued in today's NFL. This is a pass-first league, where quarterbacks throwing for more than four thousand yards is the norm. With offenses taking the running back by committee approach, the days of the bell cow backs like Lynch and Adrian Peterson are becoming a thing of the past. The Seahawks have two young and talented running backs -- third-year man Robert Turbin and second-year back Christine Michael -- waiting in the wings, so why overpay for a 28-year-old running back? Granted, he's a phenomenal 28-year-old running back, but he's still a bit too old to be considered worthy of top-dollar.
The Seahawks would be wise not to pay their disgruntled veteran, unless they could do so in a way that wouldn't hurt their cap situation. This is something to keep an eye on, especially once the regular season nears, because that's when situations like this can turn into distractions.
*Statistical information and accolades courtesy of Pro Football Reference
*Player contract information courtesy of spotrac
*Depth chart information courtesy of Ourlads
*Trade details courtesy of ESPN
The Seahawks have a lot of talent on their roster, and a lot of that talent is made up of guys who were late round draft picks or didn't even get drafted, which means they're yet to sign a big money contract. Quarterback Russell Wilson -- still playing under his rookie contract, which is worth a total just south of $3 million -- is certain to break the bank when the 'Hawks sign him to a contract extension. The Seahawks' front office is certainly thinking about the younger, more promising players that will be due some hefty pay raises in the coming years, which would be made difficult if they were to give in to Lynch's demands, so to speak.
The other aspect to understand is the way the running back position is valued in today's NFL. This is a pass-first league, where quarterbacks throwing for more than four thousand yards is the norm. With offenses taking the running back by committee approach, the days of the bell cow backs like Lynch and Adrian Peterson are becoming a thing of the past. The Seahawks have two young and talented running backs -- third-year man Robert Turbin and second-year back Christine Michael -- waiting in the wings, so why overpay for a 28-year-old running back? Granted, he's a phenomenal 28-year-old running back, but he's still a bit too old to be considered worthy of top-dollar.
The Seahawks would be wise not to pay their disgruntled veteran, unless they could do so in a way that wouldn't hurt their cap situation. This is something to keep an eye on, especially once the regular season nears, because that's when situations like this can turn into distractions.
*Statistical information and accolades courtesy of Pro Football Reference
*Player contract information courtesy of spotrac
*Depth chart information courtesy of Ourlads
*Trade details courtesy of ESPN
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