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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.

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Best Available Free Agents

There have been several veteran free agent signings recently -- Arian Foster signed with the Dolphins; Anquan Boldin with the Lions; Andre Johnson with the Titans; and Reggie Bush is expected to sign a deal with the Bills. Those players definitely still have gas left their respective tanks, and can contribute to the aforementioned teams in many ways. Here are some of the top remaining free agents.

Mike Neal -- If not for Neal's name being listed among those who allegedly bought/used human growth hormones, odds are he'd be at a team's training camp right now. For Green Bay he displayed versatility, lining up at defensive end and outside linebacker. He's only 29-years old, and would fit nicely in a 3-4 defense that needs help at outside linebacker. Should he be cleared from the HGH allegations, he could find a team within the first couple weeks of the regular season. Potential fits: San Diego, San Fransisco, Detroit, New York Jets, New Orleans, Washington, Buffalo, Denver

Joique Bell -- Bell proved ineffective last year with Detroit, but he's shown in the past that he has the ability to contribute as a three-down back. A team with little depth could give the 30-year old ball carrier a look. Potential destinations: New England, Washington, Pittsburgh, Oakland, Green Bay

Donte Whitner -- Hue Jackson didn't see a place for Whitner, so the new Head Coach cut bait with the hard-hitting safety. Whitner has never been a very reliable option in pass-coverage, but he can still contribute as an in-the-box defender who plays near the line of scrimmage. His physicality remains his greatest strength. Potential destinations: Los Angeles, Cincinnati, San Diego, Detroit

Stephen Tulloch -- At this point, Tulloch is best suited as two-down inside linebacker. Without the ability to play outside or be a factor on passing downs, there's not many options for 31-year old. Potential destinations: Philadelphia, Dallas, New Orleans

Brandon Spikes -- After spending 2015 out of football, Spikes' name resurfaced after having worked out for the Miami Dolphins. He left without a contract, but it shows the former second-round pick is looking to return to the field. Still just 28 years old, Spikes is no more than a two-down run-stopper -- a premium one, at that. Any team looking to boost their run defense should consider him; he'll likely field a one-year deal at the veteran minimum. Potential destinations: Miami, Houston, Tennessee, New York Jets, Washington

Jahri Evans -- At 32-years old, Evans isn't the same player he once was, but he can still serve as quality depth and bring veteran leadership. A six-time Pro Bowler and four-time First Team All-Pro, Evans was cut by the Saints after refusing to take another pay-cut. It could take an injury for a team to give him a call, but one way or the other I expect Evans to find a new team prior to the regular season. Potential fits: Chicago, New York Giants, Cleveland, Tampa Bay, Detroit

Monday, August 1, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: Washington

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 2:21 PM

QB (3): Kirk Cousins, Colt McCoy, Nate Sudfeld
RB (4): Matt Jones, Chris Thompson, Mack Brown, Kelsey Young
WR (5): DeSean Jackson, Pierre Garcon, Jamison Crowder, Rashad Ross, Ryan Grant
TE (4): Jordan Reed, Niles Paul,Vernon Davis, Logan Paulsen
OT (3): Trent Williams, Morgan Moses, Ty Nsekhe
C/G (5): Kory Lichtensteiger, Brandon Scherff, Spencer Long, Arie Kouandjio, Josh LeRibeus
NT (3): Kedric Golston, Jerell Powe, Matt Ioannidis
DE (4): Chris Baker, Ricky Jean-Francois, Kendall Reyes, Ziggy Hood
OLB (4): Ryan Kerrigan, Trent Murphy, Preston Smith, Houston Bates 
ILB (5): Will Compton, Mason Foster, Su'a Cravens, Martrell Spaight, Carlos Fields
CB (5): Josh Norman, Bashaud Breeland, Quinton Dunbar, Will Blackmon, Kendall Fuller
S (4): David Bruton, DeAngelo Hall, Duke Ihenacho, Deshazor Everett 
K (1): Dustin Hopkins
P (1): Tress Way
LS (1): Nick Sundberg
PUP: Josh Doctson, Derek Carrier  
Suspended: Silas Redd (Indefinitely)
Injured Reserve: Junior Galette, Steven Daniels, Keith Marshall 

Projected 53-Man Roster: Tennessee Titans

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 2:17 PM

QB (3): Marcus Mariota, Matt Cassel, Alex Tanney
RB (3): DeMarco Murray, Derrick Henry, Antonio Andrews
FB (1): Jalston Fowler
WR (6): Kendall Wright, Tajae Sharpe, Rishard Matthews, Andre Johnson, Harry Douglas, Tre McBride
TE (3): Delanie Walker, Anthony Fasano, Phillip Supernaw
OT (3): Taylor Lewan, Jack Conklin, Dennis Kelly
C/G (5): Ben Jones, Chance Warmack, Quinton Spain, Brian Schwenke, Sebastian Tretola
NT (3): Al Woods, Austin Johnson, Angelo Blackson
DE (4): Jurrell Casey, DaQuan Jones, Karl Klug, Mehdi Abdesmad
OLB (5): Brian Orakpo, Derrick Morgan, Kevin Dodd, David Bass, Aaron Wallace
ILB (4): Avery Williamson, Wesley Woodyard, Sean Spence, Nate Palmer
CB (6): Jason McCourty, Perrish Cox, Antwon Blake, Brice McCain, Cody Riggs, LeShaun Sims
S (4): Rashad Johnson, Da'Norris Searcy, Kevin Byard, Daimion Stafford
K (1): Ryan Succop
P (1): Brett Kern
LS (1): Beau Brinkley 

Projected 53-Man Roster: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 2:12 PM 

QB (3): Jameis Winston, Mike Glennon, Ryan Griffin
RB (4): Doug Martin, Charles Sims, Peyton Barber, Mike James
WR (6): Mike Evans, Vincent Jackson, Adam Humphries, Russell Shepard, Kenny Bell, Evan Spencer
TE (4): Cameron Brate, Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Luke Stocker, Dan Vitale
OT (4): Donovan Smith, Demar Dotson, Gosder Cherilus, Kevin Pamphile
C/G (5): Joe Hawley, Ali Marpet, Josh Allen, Caleb Benenoch, Evan Smith
DT (4): Gerald McCoy, Akeem Spence, Clinton McDonald, Cliff Matthews
DE (5): William Gholston, Robert Ayers, Noah Spence, Jacquies Smith, Howard Jones
LB (6): Lavonte David, Kwon Alexander, Daryl Smith, Adarius Glanton, Luke Rhodes, Josh Keyes
CB (5): Vernon Hargreaves, Brent Grimes, Alterraun Verner, Josh Robinson, Jude Adjei-Barimah
S (4): Brad McDougald, Chris Conte, Keith Tandy, Ryan Smith
K (1): Roberto Aguayo
P (1): Bryan Anger
LS (1): Andrew DePaola
PUP: Louis Murphy, JR Sweezy 
Injured Reserve: George Johnson

Thursday, July 28, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: Seattle Seahawks

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 2:08 PM

QB (3): Russell Wilson, Trevone Boykin, Jake Heaps
RB (4): Thomas Rawls, Christine Michael, C.J. Prosise, Alex Collins
FB (1): Will Tukuafu
WR (5): Doug Baldwin, Tyler Lockett, Jermaine Kearse, Paul Richardson, Kasen Williams
TE (3): Jimmy Graham, Luke Willson, Nick Vannett
OT (4): Garry Gilliam, J'Marcus Webb, Bradley Sowell, Terry Poole
C/G (5): Justin Britt, Germain Ifedi, Mark Glowinski, Rees Odhiambo, Joey Hunt
DT (4): Ahtya Rubin, Jordan Hill, Jarran Reed, Quinton Jefferson
DE (5): Michael Bennett, Cliff Avril, Frank Clark, Cassius Marsh, Ryan Robinson
LB (6): Bobby Wagner, K.J. Wright, Brock Coyle, Michael Morgan, Kevin Pierre-Louis, Eric Pinkins
CB (6): Richard Sherman, Tharold Simon, Jeremy Lane, DeShawn Shead, Marcus Burley, Tye Smith
S (4): Earl Thomas, Kam Chancellor, Kelcie McCray, Steven Terrell
K (1): Steven Hauschka
P (1): Jon Ryan
LS (1): Nolan Freese
Retired: Chris Clemons

Projected 53-Man Roster: San Francisco 49ers

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 2:03 PM

QB (3): Blaine Gabbert, Colin Kaepernick, Jeff Driskel
RB (4): Carlos Hyde, Shaun Draughn, Kelvin Taylor, Mike Davis
WR (6): Torrey Smith, DeAndrew White, Quinton Patton, DeAndre Smelter, Devon Cajuste, Aaron Burbridge
TE (4): Vance McDonald, Blake Bell, Garrett Celek, Bruce Miller
OT (3): Joe Staley, Trent Brown, John Theus
C/G (6): Daniel Kilgore, Zane Beadles, Anthony Davis, Josh Garnett, Fahn Cooper, Marcus Martin
NT (2): Mike Purcell, Glenn Dorsey
DE (4): DeForest Buckner, Arik Armstead, Tony Jerod-Eddie, Quinton Dial
OLB (5): Ahmad Brooks, Corey Lemonier, Tank Carradine, Eli Harold, Marcus Rush
ILB (4): NaVorro Bowman, Gerald Hodges, Ray Ray Armstrong, Michael Wilhoite
CB (6): Jimmie Ward, Tramain Brock, Chris Davis, Dontae Johnson, Keith Reaser, Will Redmond
S (4): Eric Reid, Antoine Bethea, Jaquiski Tartt, Marcus Cromartie
K (1): Phil Dawson
P (1): Bradley Pinion
LS (1): Kyle Nelson
Non-Football Injury: Ian Williams
Injured Reserve: Bruce Ellington 
Suspended: Aaron Lynch (4-games)
Retired: Kaleb Ramsey

Monday, July 25, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: San Diego Chargers

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 2:00 PM

QB (3): Philip Rivers, Kellen Clemens, Mike Bercovici
RB (4): Melvin Gordon, Danny Woodhead, Kenneth Farrow, Gus Johnson
FB (1): Derek Watt
WR (5): Keenan Allen, Travis Benjamin, Dontrelle Inman, Tyrell Williams, Isaiah Burse
TE (3): Antonio Gates, Hunter Henry, Sean McGrath
OT (3): King Dunlap, Joe Barksdale, Chris Hairston
C/G (6): Matt Slauson, D.J. Fluker, Orlando Franklin, Kenny Wiggins, Chris Watt, Max Tuerk
NT (2): Brandon Mebane, Ryan Carrethers
DE (4): Corey Liuget, Joey Bosa, Darius Philon, Tenny Palepoi
OLB (5): Jeremiah Attaochu, Kyle Emanuel, Melvin Ingram, Tourek Williams, Ben Gardner
ILB (5): Denzel Perryman, Manti Te'o, Nick Dzubnar, Jatavis Brown, Josh Perry
CB (5): Jason Verrett, Brandon Flowers, Casey Hayward, Craig Mager, Steve Williams
S (4): Jahleel Addae, Dwight Lowery, Darrell Stuckey, Adrian Phillips
K (1): Josh Lambo
P (1): Drew Kaser
LS (1): Mike Windt
Suspended: Damion Square (4-games)
PUP: Chris Watt
Injured Reserve: Stevie Johnson, Jeff Cumberland, Sean Lissemore, Branden Oliver, Javontee Herndon 

Projected 53-Man Roster: Pittsburgh Steelers

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:36 PM

QB (3): Ben Roethlisberger, Landry Jones, Zach Mettenberger
RB (3): DeAngelo Williams, Fitzgerald Toussaint, Darryl Richardson
FB (1): Roosevelt Nix
WR (6): Antonio Brown, Markus Wheaton, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Sammie Coates, Eli Rogers, Cobi Hamilton 
TE (3): Jesse James, Xavier Grimble, David Johnson
OT (3): Alejandro Villanueva, Marcus Gilbert, Ryan Harris, Jerald Hawkins
C/G (6): Maurkice Pouncey, David DeCastro, Ramon Foster, Chris Hubbard, Cody Wallace, B.J. Finney
NT (2): Daniel McCullers, Javon Hargrave
DE (4): Cameron Heyward, Stephon Tuitt, Leterrius Walton, Ricardo Mathews
OLB (5): Alvin Dupree, Arthur Moats, James Harrison, Jarvis Jones, Anthony Chickillo
ILB (4): Ryan Shazier, Lawrence Timmons, Vince Williams, Steven Johnson
CB (5): William Gay, Ross Cockrell, Artie Burns, Senquez Golson, Doran Grant
S (5): Mike Mitchell, Sean Davis, Robert Golden, Shamarko Thomas, Jordan Dangerfield
K (1): Chris Boswell
P (1): Will Monday
LS (1): Greg Warren
Suspended: Martavis Bryant (1-year); Le'Veon Bell (3-games)
PUP: Ladarius Green
Injured Reserve: Bruce Gradkowski, Jerald Hawkins

Sunday, July 24, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: Philadelphia Eagles

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:32 PM

QB (2): Chase Daniel, Carson Wentz
RB (4): Ryan Mathews, Darren Sproles, Kenjon Barner, Wendell Smallwood
WR (6): Jordan Matthews, Nelson Agholor, Josh Huff, Dorial Green-Beckham, Paul Turner, Marcus Johnson
TE (4): Zach Ertz, Brent Celek, Trey Burton, Chris Pantale
OT (3): Jason Peters, Matt Tobin, Halapoulivaati Vaitai
C/G (5): Jason Kelce, Brandon Brooks, Allen Barbre, Stephen Wisniewski, Isaac Seumalo
DT (4): Fletcher Cox, Bennie Logan, Beau Allen, Taylor Hart
DE (5): Brandon Graham, Connor Barwin, Vinny Curry, Marcus Smith, Bryan Braman
LB (5): Mychal Kendricks, Jordan Hicks, Nigel Bradham, Najee Goode, Stephen Tulloch
CB (5): Leodis McKelvin, Ron Brooks, Nolan Carroll, Eric Rowe, Jalen Mills
S (5): Malcolm Jenkins, Rodney McLeod, Jaylen Watkins, Chris Maragos, Blake Countess 
K (1): Cody Parkey
P (1): Donnie Jones
LS (1): Jon Dorenbos
Suspended: Lane Johnson (10-games)
Injured-Reserve: Joe Walker 

Projected 53-Man Roster: Oakland Raiders

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:27 PM

QB (3): Derek Carr, Matt McGloin, Connor Cook
RB (3): Latavius Murray, DeAndre Washington, Taiwan Jones
FB (1): Jamize Olawale
WR (5): Amari Cooper, Michael Crabtree, Seth Roberts, Andre Holmes, Johnny Holton 
TE (3): Clive Walford, Mychal Rivera, Lee Smith
OT (4): Donald Penn, Austin Howard, Matt McCants, Menelik Watson
C/G (5): Rodney Hudson, Kelechi Osemele, Gabe Jackson, John Feliciano, Vadal Alexander
DT (5): Dan Williams, Jihad Ward, Justin Ellis, Stacey McGee, Drew Iddings
DE (4): Khalil Mack, Mario Edwards Jr., Denico Autry, James Cowser
LB (6): Ben Heeney, Bruce Irvin, Malcolm Smith, Neiron Ball, Shilique Calhoun, Korey Toomer
CB (5): David Amerson, Sean Smith, Travis Carrie, D.J. Hayden, Neiko Thorpe
S (5): Reggie Nelson, Karl Joseph, Nate Allen, Keith McGill, Brynden Trawick
K (1): Sebastian Janikowski
P (1): Marquette King
LS (1): Jon Condo
Suspended: Aldon Smith (1-year), Marcel Reece (3-games)

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: New York Jets

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:23 PM

QB (3): Ryan Fitzpatrick, Geno Smith, Christian Hackenberg
RB (4): Matt Forte, Bilal Powell, Khiry Robinson, Antone Smith
FB (1): Tommy Bohanon
WR (5): Brandon Marshall, Eric Decker, Kenbrell Thompkins, Quincy Enunwa, Jalin Marshall
TE (3): Jace Amaro, Kellen Davis, Zach Sudfeld
OT (4): Ryan Clady, Ben Ijalana, Brandon Shell, Brent Qvale
C/G (5): Nick Mangold, James Carpenter, Brian Winters, Dakota Dozier, Wesley Johnson
NT (2): Steve McLendon, Deon Simon
DE (4): Muhammad Wilkerson, Leonard Williams, Jarvis Jenkins, Lawrence Thomas
OLB (5): Lorenzo Mauldin, Jordan Jenkins, Trevor Reilly, Mike Catapano, Freddie Bishop
ILB (4): David Harris, Erin Henderson, Darron Lee, Bruce Carter
CB (6): Darrell Revis, Buster Skrine, Marcus Williams, Dexter McDougle, Juston Burris, Darryl Morris
S (4): Marcus Gilchrist, Calvin Pryor, Rontez Miles, Ronald Martin
K (1): Nick Folk
P (1): Lachlan Edwards
LS (1): Tanner Purdum
Suspended: Sheldon Richardson (1-game)
PUP: Breno Giacomini
Injured Reserve: Romar Morris

Projected 53-Man Roster: New York Giants

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:20 PM

QB (2): Eli Manning, Ryan Nassib
RB (4): Rashad Jennings, Paul Perkins, Shane Vereen, Orleans Darkwa
WR (5): Odell Beckham Jr., Sterling Shepard, Victor Cruz, Dwayne Harris, Geremy Davis
TE (4): Larry Donnell, Will Tye, Jerell Adams, Will Johnson
OT (4): Ereck Flowers, Marshall Newhouse, Emmett Cleary, Bobby Hart
C/G (5): Weston Richburg, Justin Pugh, John Jerry, Adam Gettis, Ryan Seymour
DT (4): Johnathan Hankins, Damon Harrison, Jay Bromley, Montori Hughes
DE (5): Olivier Vernon, Jason Pierre-Paul, Owamagbe Odighizuwa, Kerry Wynn, Stansly Maponga
LB (6): Devon Kennard, Jasper Brinkley, Keenan Robinson, Jonathan Casillas, J.T. Thomas, B.J. Goodson
CB (5): Janoris Jenkins, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Eli Apple, Leon Hall, Leon McFadden
S (5): Landon Collins, Darian Thompson, Nat Berhe, Mykkele Thompson, Justin Currie
K (1): Josh Brown
P (1): Brad Wing
LS (1): Zak DeOssie
Injured Reserve: Matt LaCosse, Nikita Whitlock 

Sunday, July 17, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: New Orleans Saints

Last updated: August 3, 2016 at 1:15 PM

QB (3): Drew Brees, Luke McCown, Garrett Grayson
RB (4): Mark Ingram, Tim Hightower, Marcus Murphy, C.J. Spiller
FB (1): John Kuhn
WR (6): Brandin Cooks, Michael Thomas, Willie Snead, Brandon Coleman, Jordan Williams, Tommylee Lewis
TE (3): Coby Fleener, Josh Hill, Michael Hoomanawanui
OT (3): Terron Armstead, Zach Strief, Tony Hills
C/G (5): Max Unger, Senio Kelemete, Tim Lelito, Andrus Peat, Jack Allen
DT (5): Sheldon Rankins, John Jenkins, Tyeler Davison, Nick Fairley, David Onyemata
DE (5): Cameron Jordan, Kasim Edebali, Bobby Richardson, Paul Kruger, Chris McCain
LB (5): James Laurinaitis, Stephone Anthony, Dannell Ellerbe, Craig Robertson, Nate Stupar
CB (6): Delvin Breaux, P.J. Williams, Brian Dixon, Cortland Finnegan, Kenny Crawley, De'vante Harris
S (4): Kenny Vaccaro, Jairus Byrd, Vonn Bell, Roman Harper
K (1): Kai Forbath
P (1): Thomas Morstead
LS (1): Justin Drescher
PUP: Hau'oli Kikaha
Injured-Reserve: Kyle Wilson, Jamarca Sanford, Damian Swann

Projected 53-Man Roster: New England Patriots

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:10 PM

QB (2): Jimmy Garoppolo, Jacoby Brissett
RB (4):  LeGarrette Blount, James White, Brandon Bolden, Tyler Gaffney
FB (1): James Develin
WR (6): Julian Edelman, Chris Hogan, Malcolm Mitchell, Keyshawn Martin, Aaron Dobson, Matthew Slater
TE (3): Rob Gronkowski, Martellus Bennett, A.J. Derby
OT (4): Nate Solder, Marcus Cannon, LaAdrian Waddle, Cameron Fleming
C/G (5): David Andrews, Shaq Mason, Joe Thuney, Josh Kline, Ted Karras
DT (5): Malcom Brown, Andre Branch, Markus Kuhn, Anthony Johnson,Vincent Valentine
DE (4): Jabaal Sheard, Chris Long, Trey Flowers, Shea McClellin
LB (4): Dont'a Hightower, Jamie Collins, Jonathan Freeney, Barkevious Mingo
CB (5): Malcolm Butler, Logan Ryan, Justin Coleman, Cyrus Jones, Cre'von LeBlanc
S (6): Devin McCourty, Patrick Chung, Duron Harmon, Jordan Richards, Nate Ebner, Brandon King
K (1): Stephen Gostkowski
P (1): Ryan Allen
LS (1): Joe Cardona
Suspended: Tom Brady (4-games), Rob Ninkovich (4)
PUP: Dion Lewis, Sebastian Vollmer, Danny Amendola, Tre Jackson
Injured-Reserve: Michael Williams

My Two Cents on Deflategate

That's it. It's over. It's finally come to an end. Well, sort of. This, of course, isn't the last "Deflategate" article to be written. Why? Simply put, because it -- like several other previous cases -- exposed a major flaw in the Collective Bargaining Agreement accepted in 2011, in which Commissioner Roger Goodell was given all power over disciplinary matters. The NFL Player's Association agreed to those terms, and now it's come back to bite them in the rear. Any logical, objective individual can acknowledge that the "Deflategate" controversy was handled poorly from the start. It was addressed in proper Goodell fashion -- wait and see how the public reacts, then do something about it, but not by-the-books. Goodell has proven time and again that he is unfit to hold sole power of player discipline. But, the NFLPA has only itself to blame for this mess. For the record, if this issue were centered around any other franchise, and I mean any other franchise, there would have been no "Deflategate." The proper punishment -- a fine -- would have been handed down and that probably would have been the end of it. But because the accused was the mighty New England Patriots -- the best and most disliked franchise -- on the heels of embarrassing the Colts 45-7 in the 2014 AFC Championship game, the public outcry that followed influenced Goodell to come down hard. The truth is, the Patriots were simply a far superior team in that game. They could have won with a beach ball. If you've heard Goodell speak, odds are you've heard him stress the importance of integrity. Funny how he seems to have none.

The battle between the NFL and Brady should have reminded players that none of them are immune to the wrath of Goodell and the NFL. Seeing how the league went after Tom Brady, arguably its best player, should serve as a wake up call to the rest of the players. If Goodell is willing to go through all of this to punish arguably the greatest quarterback of all time, then nobody's safe. Of course, that won't resonate with the majority of players. If you need proof, watch the first round of any NFL Draft over the past seven years. Each player drafted in the opening round walks across the stage and embraces Commissioner Goodell with a big bear hug. Too bad they're not wise enough to understand that bear will rip them apart in a heartbeat.

As for the Patriots, I think they'll go 2-2 in Brady's absence. The first four games are: Arizona (away), Miami (home), Houston (home), and Buffalo (home). All four teams have a strong pass rush, which makes the return of offensive line coach/guru Dante Scarnecchia all the more important. Jimmy Garoppolo showed much improvement in his second season, albeit in very limited action. He looked more comfortable in the pocket and got the ball out much quicker. If he can protect the ball and avoid mistakes, then they can win ball games. The offense still needs help at running back, though, which will be key to maintaining a balanced offense and keeping pressure off the young gun.


Thursday, July 14, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: Minnesota Vikings

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:06 PM

QB (3): Sam Bradford, Shaun Hill, Joel Stave
RB (4): Adrian Peterson, Jerick McKinnon, Matt Asiata, Jhurell Pressley
FB (1): Zach Line
WR (6): Stefon Diggs, Laquon Treadwell, Jarius Wright, Charles Johnson, Cordarrelle Patterson, Adam Thielen
TE (3): Kyle Rudolph, MyCole Pruitt, David Morgan II
OT (4): Matt Kalil, T.J. Clemmings, Jeremiah Sirles, Andre Smith
C/G (5): Joe Berger, Brandon Fusco, Alex Boone, Nick Easton, Willie Beavers
DT (4): Linval Joseph, Sharrif Floyd, Tom Johnson, Shamar Stephen
DE (5): Everson Griffen, Danielle Hunter, Brian Robison, Justin Trattou, Zach Moore
LB (5): Eric Kendricks, Anthony Barr, Emmanuel Lamur, Edmond Robinson, Kentrell Brothers
CB (6): Xavier Rhodes, Trae Waynes, Terence Newman, Captain Munnerlyn, Mackensie Alexander, Marcus Sherels
S (4): Harrison Smith, Andrew Sendejo, Michael Griffin, Anthony Harris
K (1): Blair Walsh
P (1): Jeff Locke
LS (1): Kevin McDermott
Injured Reserve: Teddy Bridgewater, Scott Crichton
Retired: Phil Loadholt

Projected 53-Man Roster: Miami Dolphins

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 1:02 PM 

QB (2): Ryan Tannehill, Matt Moore
RB (4): Jay Ajayi, Arian Foster, Kenyan Drake, Damien Williams
WR (6): Jarvis Landry, DeVante Parker, Kenny Stills, Leonte Carroo, Griff Whalen, Jakeem Grant
TE (4): Jordan Cameron, Dion Sims, Marqueis Gray, Thomas Duarte
OT (4): Branden Albert, Ja'Wuan James, Ulrick John, Sam Young
C/G (5): Maurkice Pouncey, Laremy Tunsil, Billy Turner, Jermon Bushrod, Jamil Douglas 
DT (4): Ndamukong Suh, Earl Mitchell, Jordan Phillips, Chris Jones
DE (5): Cameron Wake, Mario Williams, Andre Branch, Jason Jones, Terence Fede
LB (6): Kiko Alonso, Jelani Jenkins, Koa Misi, Spencer Paysinger, Neville Hewitt, Mike Hull
CB (6): Byron Maxwell, Xavien Howard, Tony Lippett, Bobby McCain, Jordan Lucas, Rashaan Melvin
S (4): Reshad Jones, Isa Abdul-Quddus, Walt Aikens, Michael Thomas
K (1): Andrew Franks
P (1): Matt Darr
LS (1): John Denney
Non-football Injury: Dion Jordan, Zach Vigil
Injured-Reserve: Ifo Ekpre-Olomu 

Monday, July 11, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: Los Angeles Rams

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 12:58 PM

QB (3): Case Keenum, Sean Mannion, Jared Goff
RB (4): Todd Gurley, Benny Cunningham, Malcolm Brown, Chase Reynolds
WR (6): Kenny Britt, Tavon Austin, Brian Quick, Bradley Marquez, Pharoh Cooper, Nelson Spruce
TE (4): Lance Kendricks, Cory Harkey, Justice Cunningham, Tyler Higbee
OT (3): Greg Robinson, Roger Saffold, Rob Havenstein
C/G (6): Tim Barnes, Jamon Brown, Cody Wichmann, Eric Kush, Garrett Reynolds, Andrew Donnal
DT (4): Aaron Donald, Michael Brockers, Dominique Easley, Cam Thomas
DE (5): Robert Quinn, William Hayes, Eugene Sims, Ethan Westbrook, Matt Longacre
LB (6): Alec Ogletree, Mark Barron, Akeem Ayers, Bryce Hager, Cameron Lynch, Josh Forrest
CB (5): Trumaine Johnson, Lamarcus Joyner, Coty Sensabaugh, E.J. Gaines, Marcus Roberson
S (4): T.J. McDonald, Cody Davis, Maurice Alexander, Christian Bryant
K (1): Greg Zuerlein
P (1): Johnny Hekker
LS (1): Jake McQuaide 

Projected 53-Man Roster: Kansas City Chiefs

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 12:51 PM

QB (3): Alex Smith, Nick Foles, Tyler Bray
RB (4): Jamaal Charles, Charcandrick West, Spencer Ware, Knile Davis
FB (1): Anthony Sherman
WR (6): Jeremy Maclin, Albert Wilson, Chris Conley, Frankie Hammond, Rod Streater, Demarcus Robinson
TE (3): Travis Kelce, James O'Shaughnessy, Demetrius Harris
OT (4): Eric Fisher, Mitchell Schwartz, Jah Reid, Reid Fragel
C/G (5): Mitch Morse, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, Parker Ehinger, Zach Fulton, Jarrod Pughsley
NT (2): Dontari Poe, Rakeem Nunez-Roches
DE (4): Jaye Howard, Allen Bailey, Chris Jones, Nicholas Williams
OLB (5): Tamba Hali, Dee Ford, Frank Zombo, Dezman Moses, Andy Mulumba
ILB (4): Derrick Johnson, Ramik Wilson, D.J. Alexander, Justin March
CB (5): Marcus Peters, Phillip Gaines, Steve Nelson, KeiVarae Russell, Kenneth Acker
S (4): Eric Berry, Ron Parker, Jamell Fleming, Eric Murray
K (1): Cairo Santos
P (1): Dustin Colquitt 
LS (1): James Winchester  
PUP: Justin Houston 
Injured Reserve: Josh Mauga  

Friday, July 8, 2016

Projected 53-Man Roster: Jacksonville Jaguars

Last updated: September 3, 2016 at 12:45 PM

QB (3): Blake Bortles, Chad Henne, Brandon Allen 
RB (4): T.J. Yeldon, Chris Ivory, Denard Robinson, Corey Grant
WR (5): Allen Robinson, Allen Hurns, Rashad Greene, Marqise Lee, Bryan Walters
TE (4): Julius Thomas, Marcedes Lewis, Neal Sterling, Ben Koyack
OT (4): Kelvin Beachum, Jeremy Parnell, Josh Wells, Patrick Omameh
C/G (5): Brandon Linder, Luke Joeckel, Mackenzy Bernadeau, A.J. Cann, Tyler Shatley
DT (5): Malik Jackson, Roy Miller, Sen'Derrick Marks, Abry Jones, Sheldon Day
DE (5): Dante Fowler, Jared Odrick, Chris Smith, Tyson Alualu, Yannick Ngakoue
LB (6): Paul Posluszny, Telvin Smith, Myles Jack, Dan Skuta, Jordan Tripp, Ryan Davis
CB (5): Jalen Ramsey, Prince Amukamara, Davon House, Dwayne Gratz, Nick Marshall
S (4): Jon Cyprien, Tashaun Gipson, Peyton Thompson, Josh Evans
K (1): Jason Myers
P (1): Brad Nortman
LS (1): Carson Tinker
Suspended: Aaron Colvin (4 games), Justin Blackmon (Indefinitely)
PUP: Luke Bowanko
Injured Reserve: James Sample