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Eddie Jackson to the Ravens
Eddie Jackson will play one more year in the NFL. The 30-year-old former Bears safety signs with the Ravens for a one-year contract. An announcement made by the team on their official accounts. He will try to fill the vacant role left by Geno Stone, who moved to the division rival, the Bengals.
In 2023, Eddie Jackson played 12 games, for 37 tackles and 1 interception. In his rich career of 7 seasons with the same franchise since his Draft, he played 100 games, for a total of 459 tackles, and 15 interceptions. All this topped off with 2 Pro Bowl selections.
Retirement for Shaquil Barrett…
After 10 years in the NFL, Shaquil Barrett announced his retirement through his social networks. This offseason, he joined the Miami Dolphins for a one-year contract after being cut by the Buccaneers. Before posting his announcement on social networks, he informed his new team of his decision, motivated by family reasons.
“I'm going to focus on my family life and help my wife and children achieve their dreams. I've been thinking about this decision for a while and now it's clearer to me.”
In 10 years, the 31-year-old has had a career in 2 franchises. Undrafted in the 2014 Draft, the pass rusher signed with the Broncos where he hardly played for his rookie season. But, the following season, he won the first of his 2 Super Bowls with the Denver franchise against the Panthers, and revealed himself to the big league.
He would experience another Super Bowl in 2020 with Tom Brady's Buccaneers against the Chiefs. The season before this one, he set a career-high 19.5 sacks, a franchise record. This earned him a 2nd Team All Pro selection. He was also a 2-time Pro Bowler.
In total, he played 142 games, including 11 in the playoffs, for a total of 415 tackles, 63 sacks, 4 interceptions, and 1 touchdown.
…and for Kenyan Drake
On his social networks, running back Kenyan Drake announced his retirement from the NFL fields after 8 seasons.
“It’s been an incredible journey. It’s gone by so fast. A long journey — the victories, the good times, the bad times, the camaraderie, the energy, all of it […] Ready to retire and see where this new chapter takes me. Thank you to everyone for sharing this journey with me — I wouldn't change a thing.”
Drafted in the 3rd round by the Dolphins in 2016, the 30-year-old will remain famous for his incredible touchdown at the end of the game against Tom Brady's Patriots. Then traded to the Cardinals in 2019, he had his best career statistics, with 955 rushing yards, and 10 touchdowns in 2020. He ended his career having played for 3 franchises: the Raiders, the Packers, and the Ravens. With the latter, he only played 5 games.
In total, in his NFL career, he will have played 104 games, recorded 869 carries for 3,866 yards and 33 touchdowns. He also added 218 receptions for 1,655 yards and 8 touchdowns. He will have played only one game in the playoffs.
CeeDee Lamb priority for Cowboys
The newspaper Dallas Morning News reports that the Cowboys front office is prioritizing a contract extension for CeeDee Lamb. These discussions regarding the receiver are taking priority over an extension for his teammate, quarterback Dak Prescott.
CeeDee Lamb said a few days ago that he would not participate in training if there is no agreement on a contract extension.
Abner Haynes has left us
Abner Haynes, a star running back for the Kansas City Chiefs in the 1960s, died Thursday in Dallas. He was 86.
Haynes played for the Dallas Texans from 1960 to 1962 before the franchise moved to Kansas City. He continued to play for the Chiefs until 1964 and was inducted into the team's Hall of Honor in 1991. In eight NFL seasons, he rushed for 8,165 yards and received 8,165 yards and was voted MVP in 1960 as a rookie. Haynes also played for the Denver Broncos (1965–66), Miami Dolphins (1967), and New York Jets (1967).
The Kansas City Chiefs paid tribute to their former player, without giving further information on the circumstances of his death.
Transactions
– Trying out with the Texans this Sunday, running back Cam Akers reportedly convinced DeMeco Ryans and his staff since he signed a contract with the franchise. However, the Vikings had said they wanted to bring the player back, even after a serious Achilles tendon injury last season. The Texans had also tried out former Buccaneer Ke'Shawn Vaughn, but he was not retained. (KPRC)
– Rashid Shaheed reaches agreement on a one-year contract extension with the Saints. ESPN reports that the receiver will be paid $5.2 million following his signing. Shaheed will continue to be the primary kick returner for the New Orleans franchise. Last season, he was a first-team All-Pro at the position and a first-time Pro Bowler. In 2023, he had a season with 46 receptions, 719 yards and 5 touchdowns.
– Not extended by the Dolphins in the offseason, pass rusher Emmanuel Ogbah is on trial with … the Dolphins on Monday. Former Colts Yannick Ngakoue is also on trial with Miami. Mike McDaniel's team is exploring options to replace Shaquill Barrett, who retired. (NFL Network)
Today's top signings: Javin White (LB, Bears)
Today's Top Cuts: Jordan Toles (S, Ravens)
Injuries
– Lamar Jackson (QB, Ravens) did not finish the Ravens' first practice of the season last Sunday. The last MVP of the season went home due to illness according to his team. (official)
– Daniel Jones (QB, Giants) is ready for practice according to him, after an interview with ESPN at his youth football camp. The quarterback is recovering from a torn ACL suffered in November in a game against the Raiders. He is therefore not expected to appear on the PUP List.
They are active, but placed on the injured list (PUP List): Arik Armstead (DT, Jaguars), Terrell Jennings (RB, Patriots), Chau Smith-Wade (CB, Panthers), Cam Sims (WR, Panthers), Drew Sanders (LB, Broncos), Brian Branch (S, Lions), DJ Reader (DT, Lions), Marcus Davenport (DE, Lions), Sydney Brown (S, Eagles)
They are placed on the non-football injury list (NFI List): Gerald Everett (TE, Bears), Jonathon Brooks (RB, Panthers), Jer'Zhan Newton (DT, Commanders), Erick All (TE, Bengals), Justin Reid (S, Chiefs), Jayden Reed (WR, Packers)
In short
– The Jaguars are suing former employee Amit Patel, seeking $66.6 million in damages. Patel pleaded guilty to stealing $22.2 million over 3 1/2 years to pay off gambling debts and fund a lavish lifestyle. (ESPN)
– After the Bears last week, the Vikings have finally signed their two first-round players. JJ McCarthy (QB) and Dallas Turner (EDGE) signed their contracts on July 19 and 21, respectively. Of the players drafted in the first round, only Amarius Mims (OT, Bengals) remains waiting to sign his contract.
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