49ers 49ers LB Fred Warner has been out since Week 6 with a dislocated ankle, and there has been hope that he can return if they make it far enough in the playoffs. Although HC Kyle Shanahan doesn’t expect Warner to practice this week, the All-Pro linebacker feels ready to go and is doing all he can to get back on the field. “I’m ready whenever they’re ready,” Warner said via … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Matthew Stafford, Fred Warner, 49ers, Lions, Rams
NFC Notes: Ejiro Evero, Matt LaFleur, Lions, Packers, Panthers
Lions Lions RG Tate Ratledge feels he has a lot to improve on following his rookie season and noted that he is willing to move to center if needed. There is also the issue that Ratledge, at 6’6, struggles with his pad level, given his height for a guard. “Definitely better than where it started, but obviously, a lot of things to improve on,” he said, via the team’s website. “I … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Ejiro Evero, Matt LaFleur, Lions, Packers, Panthers
NFC Notes: Matt LaFleur, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Packers
Bears Bears HC Ben Johnson gave Packers HC Matt LaFleur a quick handshake after a huge fourth-quarter comeback win over their division rivals and later showed his disdain for the Packers in the locker room after the victory. “There was probably a little bit more noise coming out of their building up north to start the week, which we heard loud and clear, players and coaches … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Matt LaFleur, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Packers
Lions Expect To Have Trade Discussions Involving RB David Montgomery
Lions GM Brad Holmes told reporters on Thursday that they will at least consider the possibility of trading RB David Montgomery this offseason. “Those are conversations that we’re going to have to have because got a lot of respect for that player,” Holmes said, via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. “He deserves to be in a situation where his skill set can be utilized. … [Read more...] about Lions Expect To Have Trade Discussions Involving RB David Montgomery
Lions Interviewing Seahawks Pass Game Coordinator Jake Peetz For OC Job
Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports that the Lions will interview Seahawks passing game coordinator Jake Peetz for their offensive coordinator vacancy. Here’s the updated list of reported candidates for the Lions: Commanders QB coach David Blough (Requested) Former Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel Seahawks pass game coordinator Jake Peetz (Scheduled) Peetz, 40, began his coaching … [Read more...] about Lions Interviewing Seahawks Pass Game Coordinator Jake Peetz For OC Job