All articles tagged with #drops
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
The Jaguars traded for wide receiver Jakobi Meyers, known for his reliable hands and low drop rate, to address their high number of drops this season, aiming to improve their passing game starting with Sunday's game against the Texans.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC Sports
Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb took full responsibility for dropping four passes in a loss to the Eagles, acknowledging the impact of his mistakes and vowing to improve, despite leading the game in receiving yards.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Dallas Cowboys
CeeDee Lamb had a strong first half with 110 yards but dropped four crucial passes in the Cowboys' narrow 24-20 loss to the Eagles, prompting accountability and a vow to improve, with upcoming games offering a chance for redemption.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NBC Sports
Xavier Legette, a rookie wide receiver for the Panthers, is focusing on improving his ball-catching skills after dropping seven passes last season, including a crucial one in a close game, to better contribute to the team's offensive success alongside new teammate Tetairoa McMillan.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NFL.com
Detroit Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds acknowledged his critical drops in the loss to the San Francisco 49ers, attributing it to the nature of the game and expressing a desire to learn from the experience. Despite the errors, Reynolds received support from quarterback Jared Goff, who emphasized that mistakes were a team effort. Reynolds, who had a productive season, is a pending free agent and has expressed interest in returning to the Lions in 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
As the fantasy regular season comes to a close, fantasy managers need to evaluate their rosters and drop players who are no longer viable options. Players like Joshua Dobbs, Gus Edwards, Devin Singletary, Josh Downs, and Drake London are listed as potential drops due to changes in their situations or lack of production. However, it's important to consider individual team needs and roster depth before making any decisions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Sports
Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator, Matt Nagy, expressed trust and belief in the team's struggling wide receivers despite their recent drops and offensive issues. Nagy emphasized the need to eliminate turnovers, penalties, and drops while acknowledging the importance of staying positive and working through the challenges. The Chiefs lead the league in drops, and Nagy attributed the issue to a combination of physical and mental factors. The receivers are putting in extra work on the jugs machines and practicing specific routes to improve their timing and understanding of the scheme. The success of the Chiefs' receivers will be crucial for the team's playoff aspirations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
The Kansas City Chiefs suffered an offensive meltdown in their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, with drops, turnovers, and penalties plaguing their performance. The Chiefs failed to score in the second half for the third consecutive game, highlighting their offensive struggles. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes struggled to connect on deep passes, and star tight end Travis Kelce had a costly fumble. The Chiefs' lack of a reliable secondary receiving option behind Kelce was also evident. Despite a potential game-winning touchdown opportunity, Marquez Valdes-Scantling dropped the pass, symbolizing the Chiefs' offensive collapse.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes takes responsibility for the team's struggles with dropped passes, particularly Marquez Valdes-Scantling's crucial drop in their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The Chiefs lead the NFL in drops by pass catchers and have been struggling to find open receivers downfield. Despite the challenges, Mahomes remains determined to keep firing the ball and believes that improving as an offense will lead to more victories.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Ebony Bird
Lamar Jackson expresses frustration with dropped passes by his teammates, criticizes the offense's inability to find their groove, and praises the Ravens defense in their loss to the Steelers. Jackson's statline included 22-of-38 passes completed for 236 yards and no touchdowns, along with one interception. He also rushed for 45 yards on six carries. Jackson's frustration was evident as he slammed his helmet during the game and voiced his disappointment in the post-game press conference.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid expressed surprise at wide receiver Kadarius Toney's performance in the season opener against the Detroit Lions, where he dropped several passes, including one that resulted in an interception and a touchdown for the Lions. Reid acknowledged that Toney is not known for dropping balls and attributed his struggles to his recent return from injury. Despite the drops, Reid plans to continue playing Toney in upcoming games to help him regain his form. The Chiefs are also hopeful that tight end Travis Kelce will be able to play in their next game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Sports
Kansas City Chiefs rookie receiver Rashee Rice had a disappointing preseason game against the Browns, dropping three passes, including a potential touchdown. Rice acknowledges that he has room for improvement and is aware of his reputation for drops, having dropped 24 passes in college. Despite his struggles, Rice is expected to contribute this season, but his playing time may depend on his ability to improve his ball security.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by AL.com
During Alabama's A-Day spring scrimmage, both wide receiver groups struggled with drops, hampering the evaluation of potential starting quarterbacks Jalen Milroe or Ty Simpson. Despite this, head coach Nick Saban is looking at the big picture and likes the progress of several players, including transfer CJ Dippre and freshmen Isaiah Bond and Ja'Corey Brooks. Saban also noted the need for better attention to detail in route running and chemistry between quarterbacks and receivers.