The 2024 NFL offseason continues to roll along, as 31 teams have now begun OTAs. This is the first time we will see rookies practice with veterans, and maybe the last time we will get to see players like Tua Tagovailoa and Trevor Lawrence throw the pigskin around before they put pen to paper on what they hope will be lucrative, long-term extensions.
Football is back, so let’s go around the league and break down some notable moments, updates and highlights from OTAs.
The Los Angeles Rams star running back has a foot issue, and won’t take part in the offseason program this spring, Sean McVay told reporters, via NFL Media. However, he should be back around training camp. Last season, Williams rushed for 1,144 yards and 12 touchdowns in just 12 games played. He became the first player to finish in the top three of rushing yards despite missing four or more games since Bull Karcis for the 1937 Pittsburgh Pirates. Williams also became the third Rams player in the Super Bowl era to lead the NFL in rushing yards per game with 95.3.
Calvin Ridley looking fast
The Titans have a new offense that includes several new weapons. One of those weapons is former Jaguars wideout Calvin Ridley, who is viewed as one of the better route-runners in the league. You could see why on Tuesday.
Two-time All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowl left tackle Tristan Wirfs of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers did not report to OTAs, and does not plan to as of now, per ESPN. Why? Wirfs wants a long-term contract, and doesn’t want to risk injury. The two sides reportedly have not made progress on a new deal.
The Bucs took care of their own this offseason, giving new contracts to quarterback Baker Mayfield, wide receiver Mike Evans and safety Antoine Winfield Jr. We’ll see what happens with Wirfs.
C.J. Stroud picking up right where he left off
The Houston Texans may have found a star in Stroud, who won NFL Offensive Rookie of…
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Author : Jordan Dajani
Publish date : 2024-05-22 12:23:13
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