Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur suffers torn Achilles tendon

Matt LaFleur
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Packers new head coach Matt LaFleur has literally been sidelined for the rest of offseason team activities.

On Friday NFL Network's Mike Silver announced that the 39-year-old coach suffered a torn Achilles tendon playing in a Knockout basketball game on a Lambeau basketball court on Wednesday night.

LaFleur will have surgery on Sunday to repair the torn tendon. Recovery time for such a procedure is four to six months meaning the new head coach will be forced to coach from a cart during OTAs and in June.

LaFleur will likely start the first half of the 2019 season on crutches.

Indianapolis Colts QB Chad Kelly suspended first two-games of 2019 season

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Chad Kelly's new start in Indianapolis has reached a minor delay.

On Friday the NFL suspended the 25-year-old for the first two games of the 2019 season.

The suspension is a result of a home invasion arrest that occurred last October when Kelly was a member of the Broncos. Kelly left a Broncos sponsored Halloween party and wandered into the home of a random person. He was arrested and later pleaded guilty to second degree criminal trespass.

The 2017 Mr. Irrelevant was sentenced to one-year probation along with 50 hours of community service.

The 6'2/224 pound passer has been working with his uncle, Hall of Famer Jim Kelly, in preparation for the season.

Jacksonville Jaguars sign wide receiver Terrelle Pryor to a one-year deal

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Terrelle Pryor has found a new team for the 2019 season.

On Thursday Ian Rapoport reported that the Jacksonville Jaguars were signing the 29-year-old to a one-year deal.

The journeyman receiver has spent time with the Raiders, Seahawks, Chiefs, Bengals, Browns, Redskins, Jets and Bills.

In his eight year NFL career the 6'4/227 veteran has amassed 115 receptions for 1,563 receiving yards, seven receiving touchdowns, 647 rushing yards, 1,994 passing yards and nine passing touchdowns.

He is expected to attend Jaguars OTAs on Sunday.

Los Angeles Rams sign cornerback Troy Hill to two-year contract extension

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Troy Hill be remaining in Los Angeles this season.

On Thursday Ian Rapoport reported that the Rams had signed the 27-year-old cornerback to a two-year $5.25 million contract extension with a max value of $8.25 million with incentives.

The defensive back has spent the last four years with the Rams after brief stints with the Bengals and Patriots.

In his four year NFL career the 5'11/183 pound veteran has amassed 93 tackles, one fumble recovery, 11 pass deflections and two interceptions.

Denver Broncos sign cornerback Chris Harris to one-year deal

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Chris Harris is staying put in Denver.

On Wednesday the Broncos signed the 29-year-old to a one-year $9.8 million contract with a max value of $12.05 million including incentives.

The Super Bowl 50 champion is a 4x Pro Bowler, a 1x First Team All Pro and a 2x Second Team All Pro.

In his eight year NFL career the 5'10/199 pound veteran has amassed 462 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 83 pass deflections, 19 interceptions, five forced fumbles and four defensive touchdowns.

Harris was back at Broncos OTAs on Wednesday.

Adam 'Pacman' Jones retires from the NFL

Adam 'Pacman' Jones
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Adam 'Pacman' Jones is finally stepping away from the game of football.

On Friday the 35-year-old posted a video to his Instagram announcing his retirement from the NFL.

The Pro Bowler had both an illustrious as well as controversial 13 year NFL career both on and off the field. This led to multiple suspensions and fines throughout his career.

In his 13 year NFL career the cornerback/return specialist started 104 games and amassed 507 tackles, 92 pass deflections, three sacks, seven forced fumbles, seven fumble recoveries, 17 interceptions, two defensive touchdowns along with 5,179 returns yards and six return touchdowns.

Colts sign quarterback Chad Kelly

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Chad Kelly has found a new home for the 2019 season.

On Monday Ian Rapoport reported that the Indianapolis Colts were signing the 25-year-old quarterback to a one-year deal to backup Andrew Luck.

Kelly was released by the Broncos midseason in 2018 for an off field trespassing incident. The young passer later plead guilty to the charge and still faces potential discipline from the NFL.

Kelly was the Mr. Irrelevant pick by the Broncos in 2017. He is the nephew of Hall of Famer Jim Kelly.

Buccaneers release defensive tackle Gerald McCoy

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The Buccaneers are making a big change to their defensive line.

On Monday, Tampa Bay released defensive tackle Gerald McCoy.

The 31-year-old was owed $13 million for the three years remaining on his contract. Bucs tried trading McCoy earlier this season but found no suitors.

General manager Jason Licht released a statement shortly after McCoy's release:

"These decisions are very difficult, personally and professionally. Over the past nine years, Gerald has been a cornerstone of this franchise and a leader in our community. Parting ways with a player and person such as Gerald is one of the toughest responsibilities of this job. We wish Gerald, along with his wife, Ebony, and the entire McCoy family continued success and thank them for everything they have meant to our organization and community."

Bruce Arians released a statement shortly after:

"I know Gerald has done a lot of good things on and off the football field in Tampa during his time here. You hate to see good football players go, but this is a decision that we felt needed to be made in order to allow us, and Gerald, the ability to move forward. Gerald is a class-act and I wish him the best."


In his nine year NFL career the 6'4/300 pound lineman was a 6x Pro Bowler, 3x First Team All Pro, 1x Second Team All Pro and amassed 297 tackles, 53.5 sacks, 21 pass deflections and six forced fumbles.

Redskins linebacker Reuben Foster suffers season-ending torn ACL

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Reuben Foster's new start has suffered a major setback.

On Monday Ian Rapoport reported that the 25-year-old had suffered a season-ending torn ACL.

The injury occurred earlier in the day during the first day of the Redskins organized team activities. Foster crumbled to the ground in obvious pain and had to be carted off the field. The team suspected the worst had occurred and those suspicions were later confirmed.

The 6'1/228 pound veteran was claimed by Washington last November after his second arrest for domestic violence, this time in Florida. Charges were later dropped and Foster was able to practice with the team and was fined two game checks for the incident.

Foster is now not likely to return to the field before the 2020 season.

Baltimore Ravens sign wide receiver Michael Floyd

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Ravens added another offensive weapon to help Lamar Jackson this season.

On Friday Baltimore announced the signing of wide receiver Michael Floyd to a one-year deal.

The 29-year-old journeyman spent last season with the Redskins where he caught a total of 10 passes. He also spent time with the Cardinals, Patriots, Vikings and Saints.

In his seven year NFL career  the former first round pick has amassed 266 receptions for 3,959 yards and 25 touchdowns.

Patriots sign linebacker Jamie Collins

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Jamie Collins is headed back to the Patriots.

On Friday Ian Rapoport reported that New England was signing the 29-year-old linebacker to a one-year $1.05 million contract with $250,000 in guaranteed money and a max value of $5 million including incentives.

Collins began his NFL career with New England in 2013. He was traded to the Browns in the middle of the 2016 season where he would battle injuries and inconsistent play for two seasons before being released this offseason.

In his six year NFL career the 6'4/250 pound veteran amassed 495 tackles, 17.5 sacks, 13 forced fumbles, 23 pass deflections and seven interceptions.

Eagles defensive end Chris Long retires from the NFL

Chris Long
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Chris Long is hanging up the cleats.

On Saturday the 34-year-old defensive end took to his Twitter to announce his retirement from the NFL:

Cheers. Been a hell of a journey. Eleven years and I can honestly say I put my soul into every minute of it. Highs and lows. I’ve seen them both and I appreciate the perspective. Gratitude and love to those who lifted me up. pic.twitter.com/Ap8zi73Ifl

— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) May 19, 2019

The Eagles posted a response on Twitter shortly after:

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— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 19, 2019

 In his 11 year NFL career the two time Super Bowl champion was the 2018 Walter Payton Man of the Year and amassed 332 tackles, 70 sacks, 15 forced fumbles and six fumble recoveries.

Baltimore Ravens sign linebacker Shane Ray

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The Ravens have added depth to their linebacker room.

On Friday Ian Rapoport reported that Baltimore had signed former Broncos linebacker Shane Ray.

The Super Bowl 50 champion was a first round draft pick for Denver in 2015 but battled through injuries for all four seasons and never lived up to the high expectations set for him. The team declined Ray's fifth year option making the 26-year-old a free agent this offseason.

In his four-year NFL career the 6'3/245 pound veteran amassed 94 tackles, 14 sacks, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and one defensive touchdown.

Jets trade Darron Lee to Chiefs for 2020 sixth round pick

Darron Lee
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The New York Jets weren't finished jettisoning people out of town.

One day after firing general manager Mike Maccagnan the team agreed to trade linebacker Darron Lee to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Jets received a 2020 sixth round pick in exchange for the 24-year-old.

The 6'1/232 pounder is a former first round draft pick who never lived up to his potential while playing in New York. Chiefs are hopeful the new surroundings will give Lee the boost he needs to become the player he was expected to be coming out of Ohio State in 2016.

In his three year NFL career Lee has amassed 241 tackles, four sacks, two forced fumbles, three interceptions and one defensive touchdown.

Lee took to his Twitter shortly after the deal happen to express his excitement for his new team:

BLESSED N HYPED TO CALL ARROWHEAD MY NEW HOME!!!!!
🙏🏾 🙏🏾🙏🏾 #ChiefsKingdom

— Darron Lee (@DLeeMG8) May 16, 2019

Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson suspended six games for PED use

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Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson will not play see the field for the first six games of the 2019 season.

On Thursday ESPN announced that the NFL had suspended the 28-year-old for violating the league's' performance enhancing drug policy.

Peterson dropped the appeal of his suspension and released a statement apologizing for his actions and wishing to put the incident behind him.

The veteran defensive back will be able to participate in all offseason activities but won't be available to hit the field until October 20th against the New York Giants

Seahawks sign quarterback Geno Smith

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Geno Smith has found a new place to play quarterback next season.

On Wednesday the Seattle Seahawks signed the 28-year-old as a backup to Russell Wilson.

This is Smith's fourth team in six years. He's previously played for the Jets, Giants and Chargers.

Smith will compete against Paxton Lynch for the backup role for 2019.

Wilson has missed a total of two games in his seven year NFL career so whoever is the backup will rarely if ever see playing time.

In his six year NFL career Smith has completed 523 passes for 6,182 passing yards and 29 passing touchdowns along with 661 rushing yards and seven rushing touchdowns.

Jets fire Maccagnan, name Gase interim general manager

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Jets are making massive changes with their front office personnel.

On Wednesday the Jets announced the firing of general manager Mike Maccagnan and vice president of player personnel Brian Heimerdinger. Adam Gase was named interim general manager.

The decision to fire Maccagnan comes just three weeks after the draft. Jets owner Chris Johnson stated the decision to terminate Maccagnan "a decision that evolved and took a while."

The Jets search for a new general manager will begin immediately. Johnson advised Gase Gase will assist with the search.

Bils sign tight end Lee Smith

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Lee Smith is going back to the Bills this season.

On Tuesday Ian Rapoport reported that Buffalo was signing the blocking tight end to a three-year, $9 million contract.

The 31-year-old spent the last four seasons with the Raiders after spending the previous four seasons with the Bills.

Smith, who is known for his blocking ability in the run game, has amassed 56 receptions for 392 yards and seven touchdowns in his eight-year NFL career.

Eagles sign quarterback Cody Kessler

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Cody Kessler has a new home for 2019.

On  Monday the Eagles announced the signing of the 26-year-old quarterback to backup Carson Wentz.

The USC alum spent last season with the Jaguars after spending the previous two with the Browns.

In his three-year NFL career the 6'1/215 pound passer amassed 224 passes for 2,215 passing yards eight touchdowns and five interceptions.

EJ Manuel retires from the NFL

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EJ Manuel is hanging up the cleats and calling it a career.

On Monday ESPN reported that the Chiefs backup quarterback announced his retirement from the league.

The 6'5/237 pound passer spent four years with the Buffalo Bills before signing with the Oakland Raiders. He was released before the start of the 2018 season and signed with the Chiefs this offseason.

The 29-year-old holds four rookie passing records from his time with the Bills.

In his six year NFL career Manuel amassed 343 passes for 3,767 passing yards and 20 passing touchdowns along with 339 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns.

Mike Remmers agrees to terms with Giants

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Mike Remmers is headed to New York for the 2019 season.

On Saturday Ian Rapoport reported that the 30-year-old offensive tackle had agreed to terms with the Giants on a one-year, $2.5 million deal with $1 million in fully guaranteed money and a max value of $4 million with incentives.

The 6'5/310 pound lineman spent the last two seasons with the Vikings after stints with the Chargers, Rams and Panthers.

He has started 64 of 65 games he played in his seven year NFL career.

Seahawks sign Al Woods to a one-year deal

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Defensive tackle Al Woods has found a new home for 2019.

On Friday NFL Network reported that the 32-year-old was signing a one year $2.25 million contract with the Seahawks.

The veteran tackle spent the last two seasons with the Colts after stints with Buccaneers, Steelers and Titans. He also spent one year in Seattle in 2011.

In his nine year NFL career the 6'4, 330 pound lineman amassed 172 tackles and 4.5 sacks. The LSU alum is likely to start opposite fourth year tackle Jarran Reed this season.

Patriots sign wide receiver Dontrelle Inman

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Patriots have added another wide receiver to their roster this offseason.

On Friday Ian Rapoport reported that New England was signing Dontrelle Inman to a one-year deal.

The 30-year-old spent last season with the Colts after spending time with the Bears and Chargers.

In his five-year NFL career the 6'3/198 pound receiver amassed 158 receptions for 2,101 yards and 11 touchdowns. His signing comes shortly after the addition of Demaryius Thomas and rookie N'Keal Harry. 

Buccaneers place Kendell Beckwith on the reserve/non-football injury list for 2019

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Kendell Beckwith won't be hitting the field in 2019.

On Friday the Buccaneers placed the 24-year-old linebacker on the reserve/non-football injury list for 2019, ending his season before it began.

Beckwith suffered a fractured ankle injury in a car accident on April 12, 2018. The injury required surgery but has not fully healed even after a full year of recovery. It is becoming increasingly likely Beckwith will never play in the NFL again.

In his only year of playing for the Buccaneers, the 6’3, 247 pound LSU alum amassed 73 tackles, one sack and one forced fumble. Though the door hasn't completely closed on his return to the field, this won't be the season for that to happen.

Quarterback Derek Anderson retires from the NFL

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Derek Anderson is walking away from the NFL.

On Friday the Buffalo Bills announced that the 35-year-old quarterback informed the team that he was retiring from the league.

The journeyman passer spent 14 years in the league playing for the Browns, Cardinals, Panthers and Bills.

The Pro Bowler amassed 909 passes for 10,878 passing yards, 60 passing touchdowns along with 226 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns.

Cardinals sign first round draft pick Kyler Murray

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Cardinals have signed their first round draft pick Kyler Murray.

On Thursday Ian Rapoport reported that Arizona signed the number one overall pick to a four-year $35,158,644 fully guaranteed contract with a fifth year option.

The Cardinals drafted the 21-year-old with the first pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. This comes one year after drafting Josh Rosen number 10 overall last season. The team traded Rosen to the Dolphins during the draft in April.

The team will get their first look at the rookie quarterback during their rookie mincamp this weekend.

Dolphins sign Xavien Howard to a five-year contract extension

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Miami Dolphins have locked down Xavien Howard for the next several years.

On Thursday Ian Rapoport reported that Miami had signed the cornerback to a five-year, $76.5 million extension with $46 million in guaranteed money.

In his three year NFL career the 25-year-old has been a Pro Bowler, Second Team All Pro and 2018 NFL interceptions co-leader. The 6'1", 192 pound defensive back has amassed 123 tackles, one sack, one forced fumble, 31 pass deflections, 11 interceptions and one defensive touchdown.

Seahawks release Doug Baldwin, Kam Chancellor

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The end of an era has finally come in Seattle.

On Thursday the Seahawks released wide receiver Doug Baldwin and safety Kam Chancellor for failed physicals.

Seahawks general manager John Schneider released a statement about both players:

"The Seahawks have made the difficult decision to terminate/failed physical Doug Baldwin and Kam Chancellor. These are two of the most iconic players in franchise history, and both were instrumental in establishing our championship culture, great examples of competitiveness and leadership on the field and in the community. These legendary players will always be a part of our Seahawks family."

Baldwin spent eight years in Seattle and was a 2x Pro Bowler and 2015 NFL receiving touchdowns leader. The Super Bowl 48 champion amassed 493 receptions for 6,563 yards and 49 receiving touchdowns.

Chancellor has spent nine years with the team, though hasn't played since 2017. The 31-year-old was a 4x Pro Bowler and  2x Second Team All Pro. The Super Bowl 48 champion amassed 606 tackles, two sacks, 12 interceptions, 44 pass deflections and nine forced fumbles. 

With both men still dealing with injuries it is likely this is the end of both of their playing careers. 

Telvin Smith steps away from football for 2019

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Linebacker Telvin Smith won't play in the NFL in 2019.

On Thursday the 28-year-old took to his Instagram to announce that he would be stepping away from the game for the season:

Jaguars released a statement shortly after Smith's announcement: 

“We will not have a comment about Telvin Smith’s statement at this time. We need to have a conversation with Telvin to understand the situation and the circumstances.

“If there is a way we can support him we need to understand that.”

The team was caught off guard by the surprise announcement.

After two days of speculation, Smith took to his Instagram again on Saturday to tell fans things were fine with him and to stop going crazy and chill.

The 6’3/218 pound FSU alum has been a Pro Bowler and a Second Team All Pro. In his five year NFL career Smith has amassed 586 tackles, 7.5 sacks, 26 pass deflections, five forced fumbles, nine interceptions and four defensive touchdowns. 

While Smith is stepping away this season there is hope for his return in 2020.

Patriots sign Benjamin Watson to one-year deal

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Benjamin Watson has decided to come out of retirement and return to the NFL.

On Thursday Ian Rapoport reported that the 38-year-old was signing a one-year deal with New England Patriots.

Watson was drafted by the Patriots in 2004 and played six seasons in New England before signing with the Browns. He played three seasons in Cleveland before leaving for the Saints and playing three seasons. He then spent two seasons in Baltimore before returning to New Orleans last season.

In his six year NFL career the Super Bowl 39 champion has amassed 530 receptions for 5,885 yards and 44 touchdowns. He will be stepping in to replace Rob Gronkowski who retired this offseason.

Seahawks sign Ziggy Ansah to one-year deal

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After trading defensive end Frank Clark to the Chiefs, the Seahawks were in need of a new pass rusher. On Wednesday they found the answer.

Seahawks signed defensive end Ziggy Ansah to a one-year $9 million contract with up to $13 million including incentives.

In his six year NFL career the Pro Bowler has amassed 219 tackles, 48 sacks, 10 forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries.  

Eagles sign linebacker Zach Brown

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Zach Brown has a new home in 2019 and he didn't have to go far to find them.

On Friday the Eagles signed the 29 year old linebacker to a one-year $3 million deal. 

The Pro Bowler spent the last two seasons with the Redskins after spending time with the Titans and Bills.

In his seven year NFL career the second team all pro has amassed 633 tackles, 17.5 sacks, six forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, seven interceptions and two defensive touchdowns.

His addition to the Eagles defense makes them one of the most formidable in the league in 2019.

Running back Isaiah Crowell out for season with torn Achilles, Raiders add Doug Martin

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Isaiah Crowell's first season with the Oakland Raiders is over before it even began.

On Wednesday ESPN reported that the 26 year old running back had torn his Achilles tendon and would be out for the season. He will undergo surgery to repair the tendon next week.

Crowell signed a one-year contract with the Raiders this offseason after a disappointing year with the Jets last season. Jets signed Le'Veon Bell this offseason so were no longer in need of Crowell in the backfield.

After the loss of Crowell, the Raiders announced on Thursday they were re-signing running back Doug Martin. The 30 year old spent last season with the Raiders after spending the previous six with the Buccaneers and amassed 172 rushes for 723 rushing yards and four touchdowns  in 2018.

Crowell's injury also opens the door for the possibility of Marshawn Lynch returning in 2019. The 33 year old running back said he would return to the Raiders if they need him this season.

Linebacker Derrick Johnson retires from the NFL

Derrick Johnson
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Derrick Johnson is hanging up the cleats and walking away from the game.

On Thursday ESPN reported that the 36 year old linebacker was signing a one day contract with the Kansas City Chiefs to retire as a member of the team. His retirement comes one day after Jamaal Charles retired from the Chiefs as well.

The First Team All Pro was a 4x Pro Bowler, Pro Bowler MVP and 2015 Second Team All Pro. In his 14 year NFL career the Texas native amassed 1,169 tackles, 27.5 sacks, 23 forced fumbles, 14 interceptions and four defensive touchdowns.

Running back Jamaal Charles retires from the NFL

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Running back Jamaal Charles has finally called it a career.

On Wednesday the 32 year old signed a one day contract with the Kansas City Chiefs to retire as a member of the team.

In his 11 year NFL career the Texas native was a 4x Pro Bowler, 2x First team All Pro, a 1x Second Team All Pro and 2013 NFL rushing touchdowns leader and averaged a record 5.4 career yards per carry.

The 2008 3rd round pick amassed 1,407 rushes for 7,563 rushing yards and 44 rushing touchdowns along with 310 receptions for 2,593 receiving yards and 20 receiving touchdowns.