Tagged: Devonta Freeman (76 Results)
Around the NFL: Devonta Freeman
Couple of stories circulating yesterday with Seattle talking to veteran running backs. Chris Carson is coming off hip surgery, and Rashaad Penny blew out his knee late last season. Carson is expected to be ready for Week 1, Penny isn't. more »
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Falcons add RB Gurley to lead backfield
Less than 24 hours after the Los Angeles Rams released running back TODD GURLEY, the Atlanta Falcons agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract with the star rusher. The Falcons released… More DEVONTA FREEMAN, so Gurley appears to be the replacement. Gurley reportedly has a lot of football left in him, but the arthritis is his knee is believed to be an issue that will remain. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons release veterans Freeman, Trufant but add TE Hurst
The Atlanta Falcons released veteran running back DEVONTA FREEMAN and veteran cornerback DESMOND TRUFANT on Monday. Freeman averaged a career-low 3.6 yards per carry last season, while Trufant appears to be… More a salary cap casualty. The Falcons also lost TE AUSTIN HOOPER to the Cleveland Browns, but quickly moved to replace him by adding former Baltimore tight end HAYDEN HURST. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons preparing to release Freeman?
The Atlanta Falcons almost moved starting running back DEVONTA FREEMAN at the 2019 trade deadline, and they are now reportedly planning to release him. Freeman had his worst professional season running… More the ball and missed games for the third consecutive year. The Falcons are likely looking for a better, more durable, and less expensive running back heading into the 2020 season. Less
Source: Team Blog
Around the NFL: Devonta Freeman
The Falcons are considering releasing Devonta Freeman, according to NFL insider Ian Rappoport. That would create a void that almost certainly would be filled by a back not currently on the roster. more »
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Freeman takes flight in Falcons win
Atlanta running back DEVONTA FREEMAN led the Falcons and his fantasy owners with 2 touchdowns in Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Freeman finished the game with 127 total yards from scrimmage in a game where he was utilized more than usual in the passing game.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Podcast: December 6 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview Week 14 of the NFL regular season. Sponsored by RealTime Fantasy Sports (rtsports.com). more »
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Freeman to return vs. Saints, Hooper out
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES is a game time decision for tonight’s game against New Orleans, but the picture is much clearer for running back DEVONTA FREEMAN and tight end AUSTIN… More HOOPER. Freeman will return and play against the Saints after missing the past two games with a foot sprain. Unfortunately, Hooper will not be joining Freeman against the Saints. He has been ruled out of the game as he continues to deal with an MCL sprain in his knee. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Freeman practices on Tuesday
Atlanta Falcons running back DEVONTA FREEMAN returned to practice on Tuesday after missing the past two games while recovering from a foot injury. Freeman appears to be on track to play in Thursday’s Thanksgiving Day game against the New Orleans Saints.
Source: Team Blog
Freeman, Hooper out vs. Buccaneers
Atlanta Falcons running back DEVONTA FREEMAN and tight end AUSTIN HOOPER have been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This will be the second consecutive week that… More they are unavailable to the Falcons and their fantasy owners. Running back BRIAN HILL is expected to lead the Falcons backfield again, although he did not offer much fantasy value last week after being a popular wavier wire addition. Less
Source: Team Blog
Hooper, Freeman likely to miss Sunday’s game vs. Panthers
Atlanta tight end AUSTIN HOOPER (knee) and running back DEVONTA FREEMAN (foot sprain) did not practice on Wednesday and both are likely to miss Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. There… More were reports that Hooper could miss four games with an MCL sprain, but head coach Dan Quinn denied those reports. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Freeman could miss two weeks with injury
Atlanta Falcons running back DEVONTA FREEMAN could miss about two weeks due to a foot injury suffered in Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. With backup running back ITO SMITH… More recently placed on injured reserve, BRIAN HILL will likely serve as the starting running back in Atlanta. The Falcons, however, have given no official word on Freeman’s status. Less
Source: Team Website
Factoid: Up and running
Week 10 served as a reminder that teams change. Offenses can evolve as the season progresses, shoring up their weaknesses and altering their approach. more »
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Podcast: August 23 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Jared Smola of Draft Sharks joins the podcast to talk draft and auction targets at every major fantasy position. Sponsored by Extra Point Press. more »
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Freeman sees “stronger” self in 2019
Atlanta running back DEVONTA FREEMAN signed a big contract following the 2016 season, but he has been unable to get through a season without suffering a significant injury since that time.… More Fortunately, Freeman avoided negativity and focused on improving himself physically and mentally. Freeman says he “got stronger” from the overall experience. The Falcons are counting on a big year from a healthy Freeman heading into the 2019 season. Less
Source: Team Website