Ravens sign WR Colton Dowell, work out 2 EDGEs

Ravens sign wide receiver Colton Dowell and evaluate two EDGE players The Baltimore Ravens signed former Titans wide receiver Colton Dowell to their practice squad, while also hosting edge rushers Carl Lawson and Jesse Luketa for workouts. Dowell, a 2013 seventh-round pick, primarily played on special teams in his rookie season before a torn ACL … Read more

Eagles DC Vic Fangio: Za’Darius Smith retirement a surprise, we’ll make it work

Eagles Defensive Coordinator Vic Fangio caught off guard by Za’Darius Smith’s retirement, but confident in adapting The Eagles lost edge rusher Za’Darius Smith to retirement this week, leaving defensive coordinator Vic Fangio to fill his playing snaps. Fangio expressed surprise at Smith’s decision but stated confidence in the team’s ability to adjust. He mentioned the … Read more

Ben Johnson called his famous “Stumblebum” trick play, but it didn’t work for the Bears

The Bears’ attempt at Ben Johnson’s famous “Stumblebum” trick play falls short Former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson gained fame for trick plays such as “Stumblebum,” where the quarterback and running back fake a fumble to confuse the defense. As head coach of the Bears, Johnson attempted the play again with quarterback Caleb Williams, but … Read more