Tag: Special teams
Patriots vs Eagles Joint Practice Takeaways: Identifying Weaknesses and Bright Spots
As the New England Patriots wrapped up their training camp in 2024, the performance of their offensive line was a major concern during the joint practice with the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite offseason additions, the...
Testing New Kicker and NFL Kickoff Rule: Rams’ Strategy for Success
The NFL has implemented new rules for conversion kicks and kickoffs, leading to special teams coordinators like the Rams' Chase Blackburn to adjust their strategies. Rams rookie kicker Joshua Karty, a former standout from...
Training Camp Battle: Patriots’ Chad Ryland vs Joey Slye at Kicker Position
The New England Patriots are gearing up for a kicker battle in training camp between Chad Ryland and Joey Slye. Last year, the Patriots used a fourth-round draft pick on Chad Ryland, but his...
Bears Embrace Unorthodox Trend in NFL’s New Kickoff Rules
The NFL's new kickoff rules have sparked a shift in strategies for teams, including the Bears. While kickers traditionally handle kickoff duties, the new format requires the ball to be kicked into a specific...
Packers Release Kicker Jack Podlesny
The Green Bay Packers made a decision to release kicker Jack Podlesny, narrowing down their kicking competition to just two players. This move leaves Anders Carlson and Greg Joseph to battle it out for...
Packers Training Camp Features Three-Way Kicker Competition
The Green Bay Packers are facing a unique situation as they head into the 2024 season - a three-way competition for the kicker position. With Anders Carlson, Greg Joseph, and Jack Podlesny all vying...
DeAndre Carter Signs with Bears as Punt/Kick Returner
The Chicago Bears made an announcement on Tuesday that they have signed DeAndre Carter as their punt and kick return specialist. This move seems to be in response to the new kickoff rules in...