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Five Fun Facts About Lou Anarumo
Under Anarumo’s direction in 2015, cornerback Brent Grimes and strong safety Reshad Jones were selected to the Pro Bowl, marking the first time since the 2003 season that Miami had two members of their secondary participate in the Pro Bowl in the same season.
Zac Taylor reps Bengals at University of Cincinnati pro day
New Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor was the prominent name at the University of Cincinnati’s pro day. Taylor, who just finalized most of his coaching staff during his first scouting combine, didn’t have to travel far for the event.
Cincinnati Bengals offseason: The risks of free agent linebackers
Even when signing the healthiest free agent on the market, no guarantees exist in this game. But a buyer beware with medical background surrounds some of the most intriguing options the Bengals are wading through when assessing a relatively deep market available at linebacker.
Former Bengals 2nd-round pick Margus Hunt cashes in with Colts
Said upside never materialized in Cincinnati. Hunt played four seasons with the Bengals, failing to break into the rotation much and recording 1.5 sacks.
Bengals say they have plans to get John Ross more involved
New Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan indicated that they think Ross, the all-time Scouting Combine 40-yard dash record holder, should be able to do more downfield. Ross scored seven touchdowns last season, but he caught just 21 passes for 210 yards.
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Steelers WR Antonio Brown could be traded soon
NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Wednesday that the Mr. Big Chest sweepstakes are heating up and a trade could wrap up soon, per sources informed of the situation. Rapoport adds the Pittsburgh Steelers have begun telling that the trade market is moving quickly and to give their best offers ASAP.
Browns release veteran linebacker Jamie Collins
"We want to thank Jamie for his contributions to the Cleveland Browns," general manager John Dorsey said in a statement. "These types of decisions are never easy. Jamie is a respected veteran player in this league and we wish him the best as he continues his career."
Ravens ink TE Nick Boyle to three-year contract
The possibility of losing Boyle to a TE-needy team helped push the process, and probably added a few coins to his pocket. His three-year contract figures match up closely with what Jack Doyle received in 2017 when the Colts tight end inked a three-year, $18.9 million deal with $9.5 million guaranteed. Boyle will become the 15th highest paid tight end in the NFL at $6 million per season, slotting directly behind Doyle.
Larry Fitzgerald didn't want to go out on sour 2018 note
While the defense certainly had its difficulties (ranked 20th in total yards), the offense never found a rhythm. The Cardinals finished dead last in total yards, passing yards and rushing yards to pull off a most dubious triple crown. Unable to put together a winning streak all season, the Cardinals began the year with four straight defeats and ended it in the same manner.
Chargers working to re-sign LB Denzel Perryman
Perryman, who made a base salary of $1 million in the final year of his contract last year, would provide continuity to the Chargers' defense should he return. He's also stout against the run, but staying healthy has been an issue when considering he's missed 20 total games over the past three seasons.