Demarcus Ware

Demarcus Ware Meets With John Elway, Will Likely Test Free-agent Market

... expert Joel Corry. “… I wouldn’t be shocked if he went back to Dallas. They need a pass-rusher in the worst way. He’s really more of a luxury for Denver than necessity because they drafted Shane Ray to replace him. That happened in Kansas City — Dee Ford took over for Tamba Hali. And also Shaquil Barrett’s an improving player. You need more pass-rush depth, but you don’t necessarily need De Marcus Ware, particularly if he’s not willing to accept less of a role than he’s had in the past.”. CB Kayvon Webster to sign two-year deal with Los Angeles Rams. March 13, 2017, 10:00 pm. Former Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster announced Monday evening that he is signing with the Los Angeles Rams, reuniting him with defensive coordinator Wade Phillips. After spending the day visiting with the team, Webster accepted a ...

Ware Retiring At 34, Cites 'long-term Health

... a Hall of Fame teammate as well. I played against De Marcus and played with him. It was an honor and a privilege to have done both. Being a teammate with De Marcus and being a captain of the team was a real privilege for me.". Linebacker Von Miller said a big part of his rebound from his 2013 suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy to a perennial defensive player of the year candidate has "been because of De Marcus. I have so many reasons to thank him.". Both Miller and Talib congratulated Ware on his announcement in separate Instagram posts. A post shared by Aqib Talib (@aqibtalib 21) on. Mar 13, 2017 at 1:21 pm PDT. Former Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak said in a statement that it was a privilege for him to coach Ware and congratulated the linebacker on a "Hall of Fame career.". "De Marcus was one of the great players in this league for many years and one of the finest ...

Is A Return To The Denver Broncos Ahead For Free Agent Demarcus Ware

... leaving the Dallas Cowboys after nine seasons and earning a Super Bowl ring to cap the 2015 campaign. On March 9, Ware will become a free agent again. The outside linebacker be 35 when the 2017 season kicks off and coming off a career-low four sacks in 2016. "I've talked to De Marcus four or five different times," Denver coach Vance Joseph said during a press conference at the NFL Scouting Combine on Wednesday. "He's obviously a free agent. So that being said, lots of things go into that as far as where he wants to be, how much he wants to play, his role. So that's a work in progress.". Ware was supposed to play a reduced role in 2016, working more as a situational pass rusher to preserve his health. But his health reduced his role even more. Back issues kept Ware out of action during the offseason program and most of training camp. Then in the second game of the regular season, he suffered a broken arm, which sidelined him for five games. Ware's season ended a game early as he went on injured reserve to have surgery for a ruptured disc in his back. "If we happen to acquire him back, it has to be a ...

The Dallas Cowboys 'need' To Re-sign Demarcus Ware

... that's going to be a freak. We had Charles Haley as our freak. They need a freak on third down. "If you're looking for a situational guy, look what Dwight Freeney did with the Atlanta Falcons. Not only was he a situational guy, he was helping Vic Beasley on the other side with the mental approach. That's where De Marcus Ware could help you. Not only can he be an elite pass rusher, there's his experience. "We had Greg Ellis trying to help the young guys. I think De Marcus Ware could do the same. He did the same with Von Miller. He can do it here. I think they have some young guys who can get the job done, but they have to look out at that free agent market and see if they can bring in another guy.". All is not lost, however, as there's at least one pass rusher on the roster Woodson sees are teetering on the verge of breaking out. " De Marcus Lawrence ," Woodson noted. "He needs more reps, and he has to be available. He has to mentally checked in, too.". Lawrence will be returning from his second back surgery in a year as he enters the final year on his rookie deal, and now's the time for him to prove ...

Broncos Interested In Bringing Back Demarcus Ware

... either when he played. He has struggled with health issues in the past two seasons, but he's a proven pass rusher and the Broncos want him back. (Photo: Reuters/Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports)De Marcus Ware (94) addresses the media during a press conference prior to Super Bowl 50 at Santa Clara Marriott. According to __link__'s  Jane Slater, Ware met with Broncos general manager John Elway and head coach Vance Joseph earlier this week, and the team has expressed interest in re-signing him, subject to negotiations, of course. However, Mikie Klis of 9 News  said he's going to test the free agent market first before he makes any decision. Ware is coming off a back surgery, but he has been given a clean bill of health by the doctors. The results he received from a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) last week reportedly  looks good, according to Slater. The Broncos aren't the only team interested in Ware, though. Several reports say the Dallas Cowboys are also interested in a reunion with their former outside linebacker and many observers believe they are the frontrunners for his signature. "The Denver Broncos have ...

Will Demarcus Ware Ask For 'outrageous' Salary To Rejoin Cowboys

... with Ware in the first place and would love to have him back in the locker room, but here is what they must determine: Can he be more than a rotation player that gives them 6 to 8 sacks a season at this stage? And if the answer is yes, they already have a bunch of those players. Is it better to continue to invest the time in the young players they have than stunt their development by giving those snaps to Ware? The money wouldn't be outrageous for Ware at this stage of his career. If the Cowboys decided to bring him back, I don't think that would be the hurdle. It would be to invest their free agent money elsewhere and continue to develop the young players they have in place. Question: How much will the salary cap put a bind on Dallas bringing players back? How many of their own veterans do you think they can afford. Moore: The Cowboys are currently $3.27 million under the cap. That's not enough to do much of anything. They must restructure more contracts and just started ...

Should Broncos Re-sign Demarcus Ware

... him. CB Kayvon Webster to sign two-year deal with Los Angeles Rams. March 13, 2017, 10:00 pm. Former Broncos cornerback Kayvon Webster announced Monday evening that he is signing with the Los Angeles Rams, reuniting him with defensive coordinator Wade Phillips. After spending the day visiting with the team, Webster accepted a two-year deal, an NFL source confirmed. Domata Peko, Zach Kerr central to fixing Broncos run defense. March 13, 2017, 9:26 pm. Full of energy and excitement, Domata Peko and Zach Kerr began their first day as Broncos on Monday eager to be the solution to one of Denver’s problems. Reactions across NFL to former Broncos OLB De Marcus Ware’s retirement. March 13, 2017, 4:08 pm. De Marcus Ware called it a career after 12 seasons, including his last three seasons with the Broncos. He’s one of the most well-respected leaders in NFL history and a role model for a legion of young pass rushers. De Marcus Ware announces retirement after 12 NFL ...

Green Bay Packers Free Agents Fits

... Packers free agents fits - LB De Marcus Ware. De Marcus Ware has recorded 138.5 sacks in his career. Slot to Green Bay Packers Newsletter Newsletter. De Marcus Ware is no longer an elite pass rusher. That is something NFL teams have to be aware of as Ware as he has not played a full season since 2014 and in the last two seasons he has only recorded 11.5 sacks. However, at the age of 35, Ware does not need to be an elite pass rusher. He just needs to be a rotational pass rusher which is something the Green Bay Packers need. The Packers are now in the offseason and there’s a lot of work to be done to get ready for next season. Make sure you’re in the loop – take five seconds to Sign up for our FREE Packers newsletter now. There has been reports that Julius Peppers , who just turned 37, will not return to the Packers next season. This gives the Packers an opportunity to re-sign Nick Perry and give Ware a chance to fill in for Peppers. Ware has played in the 3-4 scheme throughout his entire career with the Cowboys and Broncos, so coming to the Packers would be an easy transition. Here's a closer look at Ware. 2016 stats: ...

Demarcus Ware Back To Cowboys, Tony Romo To Broncos In Free-agent Swap

... City in the playoffs. It was beautiful. If Anderson were to carry eight straight plays, the Broncos would have to haul him off on a stretcher. What gives. — Gary, Mequite, Nev. Kiz: Makes you appreciate Terrell Davis all the more, eh? Anderson is a keeper. But he and Booker seem like a bad combination. The cries for Denver to draft Christian Mc Caffrey will only grow louder. There’s chatter Jacksonville will cut tight end Julius Thomas. What are the chances the Broncos bring him back as pass-catching tight end. — John, Indianapolis. Kiz: We here at Kickin’ It Headquarters always liked Thomas for his red-zone production and intelligent conversation, unlike some at Dove Valley headquarters that considered him more squeezably soft than a jumbo pack of toilet paper. But don’t count on Thomas wearing a Broncos uniform again, even if the Jaguars cut him. It seems more feasible Thomas could reunite with his ...

Why Free-agent Guard Kevin Zeitler Will Break The Bank, Where Demarcus Ware May Land, More

... his cap number of $600,000 and some change is going to be really a hindrance to them cap-wise, and it’s not like Trevor Siemian is some established quarterback who should have a huge problem if someone of Tony Romo’s caliber came in when there’s no guarantee he’d be the starter anyway if they don’t bring a vet in.”. On Bengals guard Kevin Zeitler. “He’s breaking the bank. If you’re getting Zeitler, you’re in the (Kelechi) Osemele range (five years, $58.5 million with Oakland in 2016). They have to be willing to pay top-of-the market guard prices.”. Related Articles. March 10, 2017 Broncos sign OT Menelik Watson to three-year contract. Other veteran QBs for the Broncos to consider. “If he’s going to have a legitimate shot to compete, I’d try to bring in a Brian Hoyer if you’re not going to get Romo. There’s no guarantee Jay Cutler would have gotten his job back when he got healthy if Hoyer hadn’t gotten hurt. That’d be the guy who would be at the top of my list. I’m assuming you’re not bringing in Tyrod Taylor if he gets cut because you’re paying him a whole different level than you are a Brian Hoyer. On outside linebacker De Marcus Ware. “It’s the injury history ...

What Losing Terrell Mcclain Would Do To Cowboys; Why D-ware's Return To Dallas Isn't Likely

... Not splashy, but guys to fortify the rotation at defensive end. Q: De Marcus Ware is looking like a reasonably priced option. Would you go after him in free agency. Scales: By the time I finish typing this sentence, there could be word about De Marcus Ware re-signing with the Broncos or getting a new deal someplace other than Dallas. But Ware met with John Elway and Broncos new head coach Vance Joseph on Tuesday. The most likely scenario is for him to stay in Denver. They are acutely aware of his recent injury history (back/arm), so they have product knowledge. If they think he's healthy enough to bring back, then they'll do it if the price is right. Because of age and recent injuries, how much will he command. What WR De Sean Jackson would bring to the Cowboys as a free agent addition. Also, from the standpoint of veteran leadership and being a great guy in the locker room, Ware would be especially valuable to a new head coach in his first year with that job title, plus a new defensive coordinator (Joe Woods). I would love for De Marcus Ware to return to Dallas, but I think it's more likely he stays put. And if he returns to Dallas, it would be as ...

Falcons 2017 Free Agent Targets

... one in 2016’s sack leader Vic Beasley, but they could definitely use a couple more to pick up the slack when getting after the quarterback. Most analysts are expecting Atlanta to use an early-round draft pick on an edge defender. Don’t be surprised if the Falcons also bring in a veteran free agent who can help take the pressure of Beasley, who had nearly half of the team’s sacks last season. One of the best that’s about to hit the market is De Marcus Ware of the Denver Broncos. The frame. At 6-foot-4 and 258 pounds, Ware is a well-known commodity and will go down as one of the best pass rushers of his generation. His rare combination of power, skill and technique have helped pave the way towards his becoming an all-time great sackmaster. The stats. Ware has been beating up opposing QBs since he came into the league as a first-round pick by the Dallas Cowboys back in 2005. Since then, his numbers have been nothing less than phenomenal. 178 games. 64 TFL. 26 PD. Pro Football Focus  gave Ware a 77.4 overall rating last season, which is slightly higher ...