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Tagged: Eric Ebron (43 Results)

Nov
24

Steelers TE Ebron facing possible knee surgery

Pittsburgh Steelers veteran tight end ERIC EBRON suffered a knee injury in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers and is reportedly at risk of missing “extended time”. Ebron is bracingMore for potential knee surgery, although he is seeking a second opinion before making a final decision. Ebron is in the midst of his least productive season since his rookie campaign as the Steelers have favored rookie tight end PAT FREIERMUTH thus far this year. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Factoid: Eric Ebron / Pat Freiermuth

While Kyle Pitts deservedly garners the most interest among rookies at the tight end position, I'm looking at another player to potentially target a little later in rookie drafts. The Steelers drafted Pat Freiermuth out of Penn State late in the second round, and he could make a big impact in their offense.   more »

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Jan
8

Steelers activate TE Ebron from Covid-19 reserve list

The Pittsburgh Steelers activated tight end ERIC EBRON from the Covid-19 reserve list on Thursday, clearing the way for him to play in Sunday’s playoff game against the Cleveland Browns. EbronMore was put on the list on Saturday, so his availability this soon indicates that he was deemed a high-risk contact as opposed to actually testing positive for the virus. Less

Source: Pittsburgh Tribune

Dec
28

Roethlisberger leads Steelers comeback with 3 touchdowns

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback BEN ROETHLISBERGER salvaged the game and his fantasy afternoon with 3 touchdown passes in the final 18 minutes of Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts. Roethlisberger spread hisMore touchdowns around to three different receivers, with ERIC EBRON, DIONTAE JOHNSON, and JUJU SMITH-SCHUSTER all getting in on the fantasy action. Less

Source: Pittsburgh Tribune

Sep
8

Colts place TE Burton on injured reserve

The Indianapolis Colts placed tight end TREY BURTON on injured reserve as he continues to deal with a sprained calf. Under new rules for the 2020 season, Burton will miss atMore least the first three weeks of the season. Burton was expected to play a role similar to ERIC EBRON, who was a focal point of the Colts offense during his Pro Bowl season of 2018. Less

Source: Indianapolis Star

Apr
23

Colts sign TE Burton to one-year deal

The Indianapolis Colts signed former Chicago tight end TREY BURTON to a one-year contract on Wednesday. Burton has dealt with injuries recently, and he was recently released by the Bears. WithMore the Colts, he addresses a top need and should have the opportunity to replace free agent departure ERIC EBRON in coach Frank Reich’s offense. Less

Source: Indianapolis Star

Apr
6

TE Ebron hopes to be “best friends” with new QB Rothlisberger

New Pittsburgh tight end ERIC EBRON has been a fan of Steelers quarterback BEN ROETHLISBERGER even before he joined the team in free agency. Ebron said recently that he would likeMore to become Big Ben’s “best friend”, getting to know his new quarterback so he can contribute early and often in the upcoming 2020 season. Ebron added that he is not fully recovered from his December ankle surgery, but he expects to be fully healthy by the start of the season. Less

Source: ESPN.com

Mar
23

Steelers add TE Ebron

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed free agent tight end ERIC EBRON to a two-year contract, adding a veteran presence to a thin tight end group. Ebron will join fellow tight ends VANCEMore MCDONALD and ZACH GENTRY, neither of whom have much fantasy potential. Ebron has struggled with injuries and drops throughout his career, and he fell out of favor in Indianapolis just one season after a career-year with the Colts. Less

Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Around the NFL: Steelers sign Ebron

Eric Ebron signed with the Steelers yesterday, and that's an intriguing landing spot. The days of Heath Miller aren't too far in the rearview mirror, and even Vance McDonald and Jesse James combined for over 1,000 yards in 2018. The potential for strong numbers is there.   more »

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Jan
3

Colts moving on from TE Ebron

Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard says that the team will “probably move on” from tight end ERIC EBRON after two seasons with the Colts. Ebron had a surprising and outstanding 2018 season,More but he regressed in 2019 before his season ended early with an ankle injury. The 26-year-old Ebron becomes a free agent in March. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Mailbag: November 21, 2019

Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition. Is Jonathan Williams a viable plug-and-play back for tonight's game? (And can injured Eric Ebron be used?) Declining Philip Rivers, handcuff running backs, struggling Tyler Boyd, and more. more »

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Factoid: Eric Ebron

Eric Ebron scored 14 touchdowns last year, creating a false narrative that the Colts somehow had fixed his game. While they got more touchdown production out of him, he’s still the same drop-plagued head scratcher that he was with the Lions.   more »

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Jul
3

TE Njoku has lofty goals

Cleveland Browns tight end DAVID NJOKU says that he doesn’t really put numbers into his goals, although he went on to add that he wants 20 touchdowns this season. ANTONIO BROWNMore led the NFL with 15 receiving touchdowns last year, while ERIC EBRON led all tight ends with 13. Njoku is clearly excited about the potential of the Browns’ offense heading into the upcoming season. Less

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer

Around the NFL: Mo Alie-Cox

Eric Ebron caught 13 TDs last year (plus a rushing score), and everyone agrees that can't happen again. Jack Doyle should be back from injury, and the Colts added a couple of wideouts who could cut into that scoring production. But there's another candidate, one unlikely to be drafted in most fantasy leagues.   more »

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May
16

Colts’ stars recovering from offseason procedures

Indianapolis linebacker DARIUS LEONARD and tight end ERIC EBRON are both recovering from offseason procedures that will likely keep them out of action for the next several weeks. Leonard, the NFL’sMore 2018 Defensive Rookie of the Year, underwent a minor procedure to his ankle but is expected to be ready for training camp. Ebron underwent surgery to his groin back in April and will likely be limited leading up to camp. Less

Source: Team Website

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