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Tagged: Brian Hoyer (29 Results)

Apr
27

Patriots finally add quarterback

The New England Patriots were widely expected to select a quarterback at some point in the 2020 NFL Draft, but the picks came and went without such a selection. After theMore draft, New England did sign quarterback J’MAR SMITH as an undrafted free agent. Smith is a dual-threat quarterback from Louisiana Tech known for his accuracy. He also earned Conference USA Offensive Player of the Year honors. Smith will begin camp as the clear third quarterback on the depth chart behind JARRETT STIDHAM and BRIAN HOYER. Less

Source: New England Sports Network

Mar
23

Colts intend to keep QB Brissett, cut veteran Hoyer

Veteran PHILIP RIVERS will be the new starting quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts in 2020, but the team intends to keep former starter JACOBY BRISSETT on the team as the backup.More The Colts reportedly think highly of Brissett, and they released veteran quarterback BRIAN HOYER – indicating that Brissett will be the primary backup to Rivers. Less

Source: Team Blog

Nov
9

Brissett a game time decision vs. Dolphins

Indianapolis quarterback JACOBY BRISSETT is officially a game time decision for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins. Brissett practiced this week on a limited basis but his return on Sunday is no guarantee. If Brissett is unable to play, backup BRIAN HOYER will take the reins for the Colts.

Source: Team Blog

Nov
4

Brissett injured in Colts loss

Indianapolis quarterback JACOBY BRISSETT suffered a knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Brissett did not return to the game and was replaced by veteranMore backup BRIAN HOYER. Head coach Frank Reich said that he thinks his quarterback suffered a sprain, perhaps of the MCL. Brissett’s status for next week’s game against the Miami Dolphins is unknown. Less

Source: Indianapolis Star

Sep
3

Colts sign veteran QB Hoyer

The Indianapolis Colts signed veteran free agent quarterback BRIAN HOYER on Monday. Hoyer will be the backup to new starting quarterback JACOBY BRISSETT. Hoyer, 33, has spent most of the pastMore two seasons backing up TOM BRADY in New England. The Colts travel to Los Angeles on Sunday for their opening week matchup against the Chargers. Less

Source: Team Website

Apr
29

Patriots draft seventh-round quarterback

The New England Patriots finally drafted a quarterback with their first pick in the seventh round of the NFL Draft. LSU quarterback DANNY ETLING has a decent arm but there are questions about his poise and decision-making. Etling joins TOM BRADY and BRIAN HOYER in the Pats’ quarterback room.

Source: Boston Herald

Jan
19

Hoyer preparing in wake of Brady hand injury

New England quarterback TOM BRADY’s injured throwing hand “should be OK” for Sunday’s AFC Championship Game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. But just in case the injury limits Brady in any way,More backup BRIAN HOYER is ready to go. Hoyer says he prepares every week like he’s going to play. Brady did not practice on Thursday but we will keep an eye on his progress over the next couple of days. Less

Source: ESPN.com

Nov
2

Hoyer to hold clipboard for Brady

Quarterback BRIAN HOYER is back with the New England Patriots less than a day after being released by the San Francisco 49ers. The veteran Hoyer began his career with the PatriotsMore in 2009 before moving on to various stops throughout the NFL. While Hoyer holds little fantasy value, it’s good to know that TOM BRADY has a backup once again. Less

Source: ESPN.com

Oct
31

49ers acquire Garoppolo via trade with Patriots

Well that was unexpected. The San Francisco 49ers acquired New England backup quarterback JIMMY GAROPPOLO on Tuesday for a 2018 second-round draft pick. San Francisco also released quarterback BRIAN HOYER, who could end up in New England where TOM BRADY now has no backup.

Source: San Francisco Chronicle

Oct
16

49ers replace Hoyer with rookie quarterback

Rookie third-round quarterback C.J. BEATHARD replaced struggling veteran starter BRIAN HOYER in Sunday’s game against Washington. Beathard provided a spark and was effective enough that head coach Kyle Shanahan has already decided that he will be the starting quarterback against Dallas next Sunday.

Source: San Francisco Chronicle

Sep
22

49ers finally find end zone

The San Francisco 49ers finally found the end zone in Thursday night’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams. After two games with nothing to show fantasy owners aside from a handfulMore of field goals, the 49ers found the end zone 5 times on Thursday night. BRIAN HOYER, CARLOS HYDE, and SAMMY WATKINS all got into the act. Less

Source: San Francisco Chronicle

May
1

Hoyer to remain starting QB in San Francisco

The San Francisco 49ers traded up five spots into the third round of the NFL draft to select Iowa quarterback C.J. BEATHARD, although head coach Kyle Shanahan said he will notMore compete for a starting spot as a rookie. It looks like the 49ers will begin the season with BRIAN HOYER as the starter. MATT BARKLEY is also on the roster. Your fantasy team likely will have better options at quarterback than the 49ers. Less

Source: SFgate.com

Factoid: San Francisco 49ers

I’m not sure if I should admit this, but I kind of like Brian Hoyer. I think he’s better than people realize, and I like the fit with Kyle Shanahan’s offense. Hoyer is 16-16 as a starter in his career.  more »

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Mar
9

49ers set to sign QB Hoyer

The San Francisco 49ers are set to sign quarterback BRIAN HOYER to a two-year deal when free agency officially begins today. Hoyer played under new head coach Kyle Shanahan in 2014More with the Cleveland Browns. His signing seems to lessen the possibility that the 49ers will trade for Washington quarterback KIRK COUSINS. Less

Source: Sacramento Bee

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