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sports2 years ago

"Dolphins Bolster Defense with Veteran Pass Rushers Ahead of Playoff Game"

The Miami Dolphins have signed linebackers Justin Houston and Bruce Irvin while placing linebackers Jerome Baker, Cameron Goode, and Andrew Van Ginkel on injured reserve. Houston, with 112.0 sacks, is third among all active NFL players, and Irvin has played in 141 career games with 56.5 sacks. Baker, a third-round pick in 2018, had 78 tackles this season, while Goode, a seventh-round pick in 2022, recorded three tackles and three special teams stops. Van Ginkel, a fifth-round pick in 2019, had career highs in tackles, sacks, and passes defensed this season.

sports2 years ago

"Dolphins Bolster Pass Rush with Irvin, Reed Signings Ahead of Playoff Showdown"

The Miami Dolphins are adding Bruce Irvin to the 53-man roster and Malik Reed to the practice squad to bolster their depth at outside linebacker, following injuries to key players. Irvin, a veteran with 56.5 career sacks, was most recently with the Detroit Lions, while Reed has previous experience with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Las Vegas Raiders.

sports2 years ago

"Dolphins Bolster Pass Rush with Signings of Irvin and Houston for Playoff Push"

Former Detroit Lions edge defender Bruce Irvin, who was cut from the practice squad last week, has signed with the Miami Dolphins' 53-man roster for their playoff run. The departure from the Lions was described as mutual, with Irvin being valued as a mentor to young players. The move was initially seen as preparation for James Houston's return, but the Dolphins have suffered numerous defensive injuries, providing Irvin with a better opportunity.

sports2 years ago

"Dolphins Bolster Pass Rush with Trio of Signings Ahead of Playoff Showdown vs. Chiefs"

The Miami Dolphins have signed Justin Houston, Bruce Irvin, and Malik Reed to bolster their pass rush ahead of their playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs, with all four of their top edge rushers injured. Houston, a four-time Pro Bowler, joins the Dolphins after a stint with the Panthers, while Irvin and Reed bring their experience to the team as well.

sports2 years ago

Detroit Lions Make Roster Moves for Broncos Game, Activate Kicker and Bruce Irvin

The Detroit Lions are elevating defensive end Bruce Irvin and kicker Michael Badgley from their practice squad for their game against the Denver Broncos. Irvin's elevation is expected as he has shown promise in his previous appearance, while Badgley's elevation suggests a potential change at kicker. The Lions chose not to elevate any offensive linemen, indicating that Taylor Decker and Frank Ragnow are likely to play despite being listed as questionable.

sports2 years ago

Lions' Debutant Bruce Irvin Impacts Snap Counts in Win over Saints

The Detroit Lions secured a narrow victory over the New Orleans Saints, with Bruce Irvin making an impact in his limited debut. The Lions' offensive strategy of relying heavily on the run game did not yield the desired results, as David Montgomery struggled to gain yards. Tight end Sam LaPorta had a productive day while also playing as a fullback. Amon-Ra St. Brown saw a decrease in playing time, with his snaps split between Josh Reynolds and Donovan Peoples-Jones. On the defensive side, Bruce Irvin outperformed previous starters Romeo Okwara and Charles Harris, making an immediate impact with a sack. The Lions face a decision regarding Quinton Bohanna, who has been elevated from the practice squad multiple times this season. The linebacker group saw some interesting personnel decisions, with Jalen Reeves-Maybin having a significant defensive performance. The Lions' starting cornerbacks and safeties maintained their roles, but the safety coverage has been lacking.