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The news from 2020 NFL training school on Wednesday benefited groups that prepared quarterbacks.
In Miami, Tua Tagovailoa got full medical clearance, meaning the No. 5 total pick should be able to practice fully when the Dolphins start on-field operate in mid-August. In Cincinnati, coach Zac Taylor is pleased with what he has seen and heard from No. 1 general choice Joe Burrow up until now.
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Leading news of the day
RB Damien Williams decides outThe Chiefs leading rusher with 498 yards has pulled out of the 2020 season, GM Brett Veach stated. Williams had a set of touchdowns, one hurrying and one getting, in the Chiefs Super Bowl triumph over the 49ers.
QB Tua Tagovailoa passes Dolphins physical, cleared to practiceThe Dolphins top-five choice has actually passed his physical and hell be on the field, taking part without constraints in a couple weeks, almost nine months after suffering a dislocated hip and posterior wall fracture in his final collegiate video game for Alabama. The Dolphins will go through testing, physicals and strength and conditioning over the next 2 weeks, then it will be football time starting the 2nd week of August. “When we do get to practice, youll see him out there,” Flores said.
OT Nate Solder decides out, points out households health concernsIn a statement posted to Twitter, the 32-year-old Solder pointed out household concerns, including his boys fight with cancer and his own bout with cancer. He also has a newborn kid. He said he “will deeply miss my teammates, coaches and everybody in the Giants organization.”
Lamar Jackson says hes still hoping Ravens sign Antonio BrownAs Baltimore begins training camp Lamar Jackson is still keeping his fingers crossed that the group will sign mercurial All-Pro pass receiver Antonio Brown. “I was hoping we would get him,” Jackson said Wednesday. “Im still hoping– a little bit.”
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What our NFL Nation press reporters heard today
Colts coach Frank Reich showing a contact tracer. If you are within 6 feet of another person, it beats much faster in a different color. pic.twitter.com/aptRWlj5Vn— Mike Wells (@MikeWellsNFL) July 29, 2020
As veterans continue to check before being able to go into The Star, novices and picked veterans have actually begun exercises and conferences with coaches, all while following all of the COVID-19 protocols that have been put in location. Mike McCarthys message to the gamers has been “safety initially,” according to fourth-round pick Tyler Biadasz.
” His message was clear that were definitely facing more than simply football. Were dealing with COVID-19, which, you know, the entire world is doing,” Biadasz said. “It makes it a bit harder but he told us to be responsible and be considerate to everybody on the group. So were doing our part on the field and off the field.”– Todd Archer
Finest photos
Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy worried that the QB competitors is still wide open in between Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles, despite the reduced preseason. Nagy said QBs will be evaluated on every play, not simply every throw. GM Ryan Pace adds that naming the ultimate starter will be a collaborative effort.– Jeff Dickerson
pic.twitter.com/xbHdzRQtbH— Detroit Lions (@Lions) July 29, 2020
The Patriots are still in their COVID testing period. They will require to have three unfavorable tests prior to they are granted access to the center for physical examinations.
Jets coach Adam Gase said hes “delighted” by what he perceives as a deeper roster than last season. He noted there are positions where last years beginners may become this years backups, which he believes is an indication of great depth. Players who could fall into that category are C Jonotthan Harrison, RG Brian Winters, RT Chuma Edoga, TE Ryan Griffin and NT Steve McLendon.– Rich Cimini
New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton meant some discontentment with the transformed preseason/training camp schedule Wednesday, stressing a number of times that “theres nothing about this that is like training camp.” He said the groups that can adjust finest will benefit many. “Well, its unimportant despite how anyone feels,” Payton stated. “Whats essential is quickly taking what we were provided and preparing yourself to prepare the group.”
Payton said the Saints will have as numerous padded practices as allowed, with competitive scrimmages being key to gamer examinations. Again, this is their schedule, this isnt our schedule– this is the unions schedule, this is the management councils schedule.
9 9 problems coming quickly pic.twitter.com/CHUiHRpBo3— Washington Football Team (@WashingtonNFL) July 29, 2020
Be like Sam. Put your mask on.
( beezo/ IG) pic.twitter.com/wtKZd8lBU2— New York Jets (@nyjets) July 29, 2020.
Quotes of the day
” I leapt over the jet ski.”
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, correcting a press reporter who asked about an offseason event on a beach.
Bengals coach Zac Taylor on No. 1 total choice Joe Burrow.
” I do not know why its a controversy in our country. Put a damn mask on.”
When veterinarians dont report till Saturday, but you are ready to work now. pic.twitter.com/OvRwGcqELn— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) July 29, 2020.
Starting to feel genuine!!! @HoustonTexans # 28 #noexcuses pic.twitter.com/m6utDHYguH— Michael Thomas (@Michael31Thomas) July 29, 2020.
Finest videos
Shuffling in pic.twitter.com/gZK2w01rBL— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) July 29, 2020
” Hes been as promoted.”
. @Lj_era8 on getting his men together for workouts this offseason: pic.twitter.com/obCmN23K3s— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) July 29, 2020.
QB school.
Day 1 pic.twitter.com/POnVhrc0Al— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) July 29, 2020
Welcome Home! pic.twitter.com/zjLXTE924p— New York Giants (@Giants) July 29, 2020
Colts basic supervisor Chris Ballard, on people using face coverings to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Its Go Time. in. pic.twitter.com/viEXdEGFpY— Alex Highsmith (@highsmith34) July 29, 2020
He said he “will deeply miss my colleagues, coaches and everybody in the Giants organization.”
Lamar Jackson says hes still hoping Ravens indication Antonio BrownAs Baltimore begins training camp Lamar Jackson is still keeping his fingers crossed that the group will sign mercurial All-Pro large receiver Antonio Brown. “I was hoping we would get him,” Jackson said Wednesday. He said the teams that can adjust best will benefit most. Jets coach Adam Gase stated hes “excited” by what he perceives as a deeper lineup than last season.
