Alshon Jeffery

Brian Hoyer Reportedly Agrees To Join 49ers

... for whom he caught nine touchdowns and had 726 receiving yards in 16 games last season. He provides them a deep speed element the Bears currently lack. The parameters of Stills' contract will help set Jeffery's market. Consider that Still had nine touchdowns last season, and Jeffery has had only six since 2014. That could bode well for the Bears' chances of re-signing Jeffery after he gauges his value on the open market. As all signs point to the Bears signing quarterback Mike Glennon , veteran free agent Brian Hoyer plans to sign with the 49 ers, the NFL Network reported. What it means: The Bears have opted for the 27-year-old Glennon over the 31-year-old Hoyer, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation. Meanwhile, Hoyer is positioned for a reunion with 49 ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, who was Hoyer's offensive coordinator with the Browns in 2014. Hoyer distinguished himself last season as Jay Cutler's backup, relying on a conservative approach in throwing six touchdowns and zero interceptions in six games (five starts). It will be ...

Alshon Jeffery's Departure Intensifies Bears' Search For Playmakers

... season. But Jeffery missed seven games because of leg muscle injuries in 2015 and four to the suspension last season. During that span, both contract years, he averaged 53 receptions for 814 yards and three touchdowns. Meanwhile, the Bears suffered through games without him. Photos of former Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery. So as Jeffery pushed toward the open market and the Bears fell to 3-13, their dynamic tilted toward him: The Bears needed Jeffery's playmaking ability as badly as ever, while he had leverage in searching for a team willing to bet on him. The Bears were interested in retaining Jeffery, 27, but only at a price that mitigated risk of his unavailability. As it turned out, Jeffery's market didn't develop to include the long-term deal he wanted. That he settled for a one-year deal elsewhere proved that a situation with clarity at quarterback appealed to him more than familiarity in ...

Three Former Gamecocks In High Demand

... $17 million. First-year Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn decided keeping Ingram was a priority almost immediately after taking the job. “He’s a big piece of the puzzle,” Lynn said. “He’s an outstanding pass rusher, but he plays the run well. When you look at his impact on the game, his quarterback hits, hit pressures, he just did an outstanding job. I love the way he plays the game.”. Bears general manager Ryan Pace and head coach John Fox said they still have interest in signing Jeffery, but no one made it sound like the team’s top priority. A franchise tag on Jeffery would have cost the Bears around $15.8 million for the season, which is comparable to what he is expected to draw on the free agent market. “When he’s been (on the field) I think it’s been positive. I think, really it’s just been ...

Eagles Sign Wrs Alshon Jeffery, Torrey Smith, Release De Connor Barwin

... receivers coach Mike Groh was Jeffery's position coach when the two were in Chicago. Smith and vice president of player personnel Joe Douglas were together when they were with the Ravens. The Birds made an under-the-radar move earlier in the day when they chose to bring back linebacker and specials teams standout Najee Goode. Goode signed a one-year deal worth $850,000 with incentives. The first move the team made wasn't an addition, but a subtraction, when it cut defensive end Connor Barwin. Barwin, who turns 31 in October, had hoped to restructure his contract to stay in Philly, a town in which he became a pillar of the community through philanthropic efforts of his Make The World Better Foundation. A reworked deal was not forthcoming, nor could the Birds find a trade partner. Releasing Barwin will save the team nearly $8 million against the salary cap. He started all 64 regular-season games in his four years with the Eagles and leaves Philadelphia tied for 13 th in team history with 31.5 sacks. In 2014, Barwin was named second-team Associated Press All-Pro and secured his first trip to the Pro Bowl after leading ...

Ex-steelers Wr Markus Wheaton Part Of Plan To Replace Alshon Jeffery

... comes from a perennial playoff contender to the Bears and hopes he can be a leader. "I definitely will lead by example and I am planning on helping out in any way I can whether it is leadership or obviously making plays on the field," he said. "Whatever I can bring from Pittsburgh that will help, I am definitely open to it.". The Bears didn't make a splash in the secondary but did secure some safety help. Texans veteran Quintin Demps tweeted that he agreed with the Bears on a new deal before deleting the tweet. At the very least, the Bears need to improve their woeful takeaways total, and Demps could help. They tied the NFL record for fewest in a season last year with 11, while Demps had six picks and a forced fumble in 13 games last season playing behind one of the NFL's best pass rushes. He turns 32 in June, a number that will cause some fans to flash back to the free-agent signings of Ryan Mundy and Antrel Rolle, which ultimately offered a limited payoff. It's worth noting that this year's draft class is considered deep in the ...

Alshon Jeffery, Torrey Smith Deals, Latest Eagles News, Rumors, Buzz

... @NFLon FOX. - Peter Schrager (@PSchrags) March 9, 2017. Alshon Jeffery to the Eagles. WR Alshon Jeffery just called me directly and said it is a "done deal" that he will go to the #Eagles. - Josina Anderson (@Josina Anderson) March 9, 2017. WR Alshon Jeffery is a 1-year deal for $14 M to #Eagles. - Josina Anderson (@Josina Anderson) March 9, 2017. Vikings in the mix for Alshon Jeffery. Hmmmm: A new team has entered the fold for Alshon Jeffery: The rival #Vikings. Jeffery in talks with #Colts , #Bears and #Eagles. - Ian Rapoport (@Rap Sheet) March 9, 2017. More on Alshon Jeffery considering the Eagles. Alshon Jeffery is leaning towards choosing the #Eagles , per ESPN report __link__/jm 1 Zx Qoe A 3. - Eliot Shorr-Parks (@Eliot Shorr Parks) March 9, 2017. Alshon Jeffery leaning towards signing ...

Alshon Jeffery, Eagles Agree To 1-year Deal Reportedly Worth $14 Million

... coach Mike Groh, who held the same position for the Bears at the time. So there's some familiarity. At 6-3, 218 pounds, Jeffery is the type of big receiver the Eagles clearly wanted to pair with the speedy Smith. Jeffery, unlike Dorial Green-Beckham, really knows how to use his big frame. He's the type of receiver who, when he's on his game, can be dominant. In fact, in previous years, he has been dominant. While Jeffery's numbers have declined in recent years - that's part of the reason why he had to sign a one-year deal - the addition of him and Smith makes the Eagles much more formidable in 2017. Last year, the Eagles relied on guys like Nelson Agholor, Green-Beckham and Bryce Treggs. This year, they actually have some NFL receivers to pair with Wentz for his rookie season. Jeffery is known as a big receiver, but isn't known for being a big personality. In fact, he's known to be a quiet type, who just goes about his ...

Eagles Are Best Fit For Alshon Jeffery, Espn Says

... playoff-bound in 2017. Several reports have suggested that Jeffery's market value could settle at roughly $10 million per season, which could put him in a reasonable range for the Eagles to make a play at signing him. Making a play for the soon-to-be free agent wouldn't be the first time that the Eagles have shown interest in Jeffery after making overtures to the Bears at least year's trade deadline. Last season, Jeffery hauled in 52 receptions for 821 yards and two touchdowns while averaging 15.8 yards per catch in 12 games. However, Jeffery's season was marred by a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's  Performance Enhancing Drug policy. Given the Eagles history with trying to acquire Jeffery in the past and familiarity with new personnel director Joe Douglas, it would not be a surprise if Jeffery ranks high on Howie Roseman's ...

Eagles Sign Alshon Jeffery, Torrey Smith

... Alejandro Villanueva (78) during the second half of an NFL football game in Philadelphia. The Eagles released Barwin on Thursday, March 9, 2017, saving $7.75 million in salary cap space. Barwin started all 64 regular-season games in his four years with the Eagles and leaves Philadelphia tied for 13 th in team history with 31 and a half sacks. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File). Michael Perez. FILE - In this Sept. 11, 2016, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles' Connor Barwin walks the field during warm-ups before an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Philadelphia. The Eagles released Barwin on Thursday, March 9, 2017, saving $7.75 million in salary cap space. Barwin started all 64 regular-season games in his four years with the Eagles and leaves Philadelphia tied for 13 th in team history with 31 and a half sacks. (AP Photo/Michael Perez, File). Tony Avelar. FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2016, file photo, San Francisco 49 ers wide receiver Torrey Smith (82) tries to jump over St. Louis Rams cornerback Janoris Jenkins (21) during overtime of an NFL football game ...

Terrelle Pryor Visiting With Redskins

... Dre Kirkpatrick, Rapoport reported. 12. The Chiefs have officially declined to pick up quarterback Nick Foles' contract option, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported. 13. The Browns agreed to terms with guard/center JC Tretter, the team announced Thursday. Tretter started for the Packers at center. 14. The Bills have released safety Aaron Williams, the team announced. Buffalo also announced the signing of five players: safety Micah Hyde, fullback Patrick Di Marco, guard Vladimir Ducasse, kicker Stephen Hauschka and safety Jordan Poyer. Hyde's deal is worth $30 million over five years , with $14 million guaranteed and a maximum possible value of $32.5 million, Rapoport reported. 15. The Saints are expected to sign Panthers linebacker A. J. Klein, Rapoport reported. 16. The Redskins are set to sign defensive tackle Terrell Mc Clain to a four-year deal, Rapoport reported. ...