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sports2 years ago

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

Justin Houston, a Pro Bowl pass rusher, signs with the Miami Dolphins ahead of their playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs, as the Dolphins' top edge rushers are injured. Meanwhile, Travis Kelce's personal chef helps him maintain a strict dietary regimen, and ticket prices for the NFL wild card game are dropping due to freezing temperatures. In other NFL news, the Tennessee Titans fire head coach Mike Vrabel, Colts team owner Jim Irsay is hospitalized, and more than 200 NFL league employees are offered a buyout package.

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 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

"Dolphins Secure Playoff Boost with Signing of Veteran Pass Rusher Justin Houston"

The Miami Dolphins are signing linebacker Justin Houston to their active roster to address the team's need at outside linebacker due to multiple season-ending injuries. The four-time Pro Bowl selection brings 112 career sacks and will join a pass-rush rotation that includes Melvin Ingram and Emmanuel Ogbah as the Dolphins prepare for an AFC wild-card matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.

sports2 years ago

"Panthers Release Pro Bowl Linebacker Justin Houston, Chiefs Should Reunite"

The Carolina Panthers have released four-time Pro Bowl linebacker Justin Houston, who has been on injured reserve since November. Houston, who signed a one-year deal with the Panthers in August, had a limited impact this season with half a sack, three tackles for loss, and two quarterback hits in seven games. The release gives Houston the opportunity to sign with a playoff contender, and any team acquiring him on waivers would owe him just $194K for the remainder of the season.

sports2 years ago

Panthers Part Ways with Pro Bowl LB Justin Houston

The Carolina Panthers have waived veteran pass rusher Justin Houston at his request, making him available for other teams to claim. Houston has been sidelined since early November due to a hamstring injury but could provide valuable assistance to a team in need of pass-rushing help. In his seven starts for the Panthers this season, Houston recorded nine tackles, a half-sack, two tackles for loss, and three quarterback hits. With 112 career sacks, he ranks 26th in league history.

sports2 years ago

Justin Houston Released by Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have released veteran outside linebacker Justin Houston, who had been on injured reserve with a hamstring issue since November. Houston, who had 111.5 sacks in 12 seasons, had joined the Panthers to complement Brian Burns in their defense. The move allows Houston to potentially join a playoff contender for the remainder of the regular season.

sports2 years ago

Panthers Secure Justin Houston for Defensive Line

The Carolina Panthers have agreed to terms with veteran outside linebacker Justin Houston, adding an experienced pass-rusher to their defense. Houston, who had 9.5 sacks for the Baltimore Ravens last year, brings 12 seasons of NFL experience and 111.5 career sacks. This signing provides the Panthers with a strong pass-rushing duo alongside Brian Burns and allows young players to develop. The team has yet to announce a corresponding move.

sports2 years ago

"Former KC Chiefs Stars Headline NFL's Top Remaining Free Agents"

Former Kansas City Chiefs player Justin Houston has been generating impressive sack numbers since leaving the team, ranking 18th overall in total sacks among NFL players. Despite his consistent production and reliability, Houston has not received the credit or priority he deserves in free agency. With another strong season, he could potentially become one of the most productive pass rushers in NFL history.

sports2 years ago

Bears Coach Matt Eberflus Considers Adding Edge Rusher for Training Camp.

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said the team is still in the market for an edge rusher and could potentially add one before training camp. The team only had 20 sacks last season and added defensive ends DeMarcus Walker and Rasheem Green in free agency. Available free agents include Yannick Ngakoue, Jadeveon Clowney, Justin Houston, and Melvin Ingram, with Ngakoue and Houston having previous connections with Bears coaches.

sports2 years ago

"NY Giants' Offseason Strategy: Free Agents, Trades, Draft Picks, and More"

The New York Giants, who are strapped for cash, may sign veteran free agents to compete for roster spots. Here are five cheap options the Giants may consider: Oshane Ximines, Justin Houston, Marcus Allen, Zach Cunningham, and Ty Nsekhe. Ximines, who played for the Giants in 2021, could be resigned to a short-term low-cost contract. Houston, who played for the Baltimore Ravens in 2021, could reunite with his former coaches in New York if the Giants can afford him. Allen's special teams contributions could be valuable, while Cunningham offers desirable linebacker traits. Nsekhe could provide competition at swing tackle.

sports2 years ago

Falcons Sign Bud Dupree, Cut Three Players in OLB Market Move

After losing out on Bud Dupree, the Pittsburgh Steelers are still in the market for a veteran outside linebacker. Some potential options include Justin Houston, Kyle Van Noy, Dawuane Smoot, Carlos Dunlap, Robert Quinn, and Carl Nassib. The Steelers may wait until after the NFL Draft to make a move in free agency to avoid losing out on compensatory draft picks.