Tagged: Sam Darnold (133 Results)
Around the NFL: Preseason Week 1
It’s nice to have teams on the field playing football again. It helps in the scouting process (especially with players being selected in the middle and later rounds). But I would like it more if more teams placed value in putting their front-line guys on the field. more »
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Podcast: August 11 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Ian Allan and Justin Eleff agree to disagree about the NFC South. Sponsored by ExtraPointPress.com. more »
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Fantasy News: Afterthoughts
I just completed a draft against other industry analysts. This is one of those best-ball leagues, with no waiver moves or starting lineups. There were 240 players chosen, and the quality of what’s left at the end is a little higher than what I expected. more »
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Scheduletron: Strength of schedule
The numbers suggest Carolina and Atlanta are set up for fast starts this season. The Colts, Dolphins and Rams, meanwhile, could be hurt by scheduling early. more »
Former Jets QB Darnold “glowing” in Carolina
Carolina Panthers wide receiver ROBBY ANDERSON said this week that new quarterback SAM DARNOLD has a certain “aura” about him that was missing when the two played together for two seasons… More with the New York Jets. Anderson added that Darnold has “a new energy” and “a glowing charisma”. Darnold was the third overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. He is hoping to revive his career in Carolina after the Jets released him and turned to rookie quarterback ZACH WILSON to be their latest quarterback of the future. Less
Source: New York Post
HC Rhule believes in new Panthers QB Darnold
Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said this week that he is confident in where new quarterback SAM DARNOLD can take his team. The Panthers drafted cornerback JAYCEE HORN with the eighth overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, while both JUSTIN FIELDS and MAC JONES were still available.
Source: NFL.com
Broncos agree to trade for QB Bridgewater
The Denver Broncos announced on Wednesday that the team was acquiring veteran quarterback TEDDY BRIDGEWATER from the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a 2021 sixth-round draft pick. The Panthers, of course,… More traded for former New York Jets quarterback SAM DARNOLD earlier in April, making Bridgewater expendable. Bridgewater will join a quarterback room in Denver that includes DREW LOCK, BRETT RYPIEN, and JEFF DRISKEL. Less
Source: Team Website
New teammates Darnold, McCaffrey begin offseason workouts
New Carolina quarterback SAM DARNOLD and star running back CHRISTIAN MCCAFFREY reportedly worked out together last week in California. The new quarterback and the star running back are reportedly communicating well… More and building chemistry during their offseason workouts. Time will tell if the early workout sessions translate to success in 2021, but the Panthers and fantasy owners are hopeful. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Darnold excited, relieved for fresh start in Carolina
Carolina quarterback SAM DARNOLD said that he is both relieved and excited to be getting a fresh start with the Panthers. Darnold admitted that the uncertainty about his future during the… More offseason was difficult to deal with. Darnold added that going from “unwanted” to “wanted” was “huge” for him. No word from fellow quarterback TEDDY BRIDGEWATER, who is expected to either compete with Darnold or be traded away. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Factoid: Panther receivers
What the Panthers could really use out of Sam Darnold would be some touchdown passes. Two years in a row they’ve ranked above-average in passing, but with only 17 and 16 touchdowns. They need to put more of those in the end zone. more »
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Around the NFL: Carolina nabs Darnold
The Jets trade Sam Darnold to Carolina, and it looks like a win all the way around. New York picks up some draft picks, while Darnold lands in arguably the best landing spot available. more »
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Jets to stick with Darnold in 2021?
While the New York Jets continue to keep fantasy owners guessing about the future of quarterback SAM DARNOLD, new wide receiver COREY DAVIS said this week that it is his “understanding”… More that he will be catching passes from Darnold this season. While Davis likely raised some eyebrows with his comments, fantasy owners are best waiting until the Jets announce a final decision before slotting Darnold on the 2021 draft board. Less
Source: New York Post
Around the NFL: Sam Darnold
The Jets have the No. 2 overall pick in April's draft, and early indications are they'll be selecting a quarterback with that pick. So the guy they drafted No. 3 overall in 2018, Sam Darnold, is available for trade. New York supposedly is hoping to get a second-round pick in return. Will they get it? more »
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Multiple teams interested in Jets QB Darnold
The New York Jets have remained non-committal about quarterback SAM DARNOLD in recent weeks, but plenty of other teams are believed to be interested in his services. As quarterback trade talks… More across the league have heated up, multiple teams have reached out to the Jets about the third overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. The Jets have not turned away any calls, but they also have not made any firm decisions about their future at quarterback. Less
Source: ESPN.com
New Jets head coach non-committal on “unbelievable talent” Darnold
New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh continued this week to be non-committal on the future of quarterback SAM DARNOLD. While Saleh praised Darnold as “an unbelievable talent”, he deferred to… More having to “watch the tape” before making any personnel decisions heading into the upcoming season. Armed with six picks in the 2021 NFL Draft (including the second overall selection), the Jets are in prime position to draft Darnold’s replacement if they choose. Less
Source: NFL.com