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2022 Music City Bowl, Iowa vs. Kentucky, 12-31-22: Photo Gallery

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Iowa Hawkeyes football has been all about defense in 2022, allowing 10 points or less on nine different occasions. The team allowed just 13.3 points per game for the season. On Saturday in Nashville they continued another consistent trend…scoring on defense. The team’s 21-0 TransPerfect Music City Bowl shutout victory over the Kentucky Wildcats featured two defensive touchdowns.

Scoring on defense has been a theme for a long time during head coach Kirk Ferentz’s tenure at the school, spanning from the late Norm Parker to current defensive coordinator Phil Parker (no relation).

“Forever it seems like that our guys have done a good job…we do a good job with turnovers making them offensive opportunities if you will,” Ferentz said after the game. “Those guys know where to go, know where to get and our guys hustle when there is a turnover. They’re trying to make it more than just getting a possession.”

Freshman five-star recruit Xavier Nwankpa started off the scoring on defense and delivered in his first career start. Replacing All-Big Ten safety Kaevon Merriweather -who declared for the 2023 NFL Draft- Nwankpa posted eight tackles, a 52-yard interception touchdown return and one pass breakup.

Nwankpa’s felt as if the performance only increased expectations for the future at Iowa.

“Definitely set the bar for me on where I gotta go, where I gotta improve from,” Nwanka said of the bowl game performance. “So just keep making plays, having fun during the spring and get ready for next fall.”

One of the players who will continue to join him in the secondary is 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl MVP Cooper DeJean. DeJean –a 10.7 100-meter sprinter and 24-foot long jumper at OA-BCIG High School Iowa)-also contributed to the defensive scoring with his third interception touchdown return of the season.

But he was quick to give credit to those around him.

“Winning MVP…I think is more of a team award, because without these guys on defense I couldn’t do what I was able to do,” DeJean offered modestly. “Those guys were pressuring the quarterback all game. A lot of credit to the guys up front and everybody else on the defense.”

Iowa led the nation with seven defensive touchdowns in 2022.

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2022 SDCCU Holiday Bowl, UNC vs. Oregon, 12-28-22: Photo Gallery

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The Oregon Ducks (10-3) were searching for something in head coach Dan Lanning’s first season to provide an exclamation point. Taking on a nine-win ACC Coastal champion -led by star quarterback Drake Maye- in the North Carolina Tar Heels (9-5) provided just the recipe. But after the Tar Heels went up 27-21 with just 2:29 remaining in the game, the outcome was still very much in doubt.

Enter Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix.

Up until that point, the Auburn transfer had been just okay. But he completed five-of-six passes on the drive for 56 yards, including the game-winning six-yard touchdown to senior wideout Chase Cota.

Nix talked about the connection in detail.

“That’s one of our go-to plays, we feel really good about that play (game-winning touchdown pass)…we’ve run it multiple times,” Nix recalled. “And sure enough they brought a house blitz and Chase knows over and over that’s the throw if we get house. He’s gonna get a natural pick going across the middle, and we did a great job of picking up the protection. We threw it over the middle and got a completion for a touchdown.”

On the other side of the field, ACC Offensive Player of the Year Drake Maye got off to a fast start (206 yards passing, 51%, 3 TDs) for the Tar Heels, but the Oregon defense began to combat some of his efforts in the second half.

A big reason?

They stayed in the present.

“I thought our team did a great job of being in the present,” Lanning said after the game. “Our players made great adjustments. Even some of those drives we stalled out…didn’t get a first down, I think our guys believed hey we’re gonna get a stop and get an opportunity to do it again. And that’s what it came down to. You’re talking about phenomenal players making great plays and down the stretch, that’s what you saw.”

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New York Giants 2022 NFL Draft/UDFA signings recap

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The Giants went into this year’s draft with a new general manager in Joe Schoen, new head coach in Brian Daboll and two new coordinators in Mike Kafka and Don “Wink” Martindale. Did the draft accomplish what the team needed to complete its offseason?

The Giants had a plan in this year’s draft and free agency. Improve the team’s running game and create more pressure on opposing quarterbacks. After signing OGs Max Garcia and Mark Glowinski in free agency, they sought out Alabama’s Evan Neal and UNC’s Joshua Ezeudu in the draft. To that point, adding Bellinger also serves as a possible precursor to more two tight end sets. We referenced below that QB Daniel Jones could be feeling much better. If so, then RB Saquon Barkley is executing backflips.

Former Iowa safety/nickel Dane Belton, the Giants’ second fourth-round selection, posted a career-high five interceptions in 2021.
New York Giants
1 (5)Kayvon ThibodeauxDE-OLB/Oregon3/1st RoundFor all of the talk about what Thibodeaux wants to do off the field, what about what he can do on it? His instant nature, combative hands and quick-footed approach present different pictures for OTs. He could become a problem if offenses decide to leave him one-on-one in Year 1.
1 (7)Evan NealOT/Alabama 9/1st RoundNeal has the prototype build to man the tackle opposite incumbent LT Andrew Thomas. QB Daniel Jones has to be somewhere smiling.
2 (43)Wan'Dale RobinsonWR/Kentucky, Nebraska125/3rd RoundIs there a tougher receiver in the draft? Robinson made all of the plays down the field for Kentucky but also proved to be a jet sweep or swing pass option within the framework of the offense.
3 (67)Joshua EzeuduOG/North Caroina85/2nd RoundThe selection of Ezeudu proves that the Giants are going to work to improve an anemic running game. He has made starts at RT, LT and LG. Played through a torn mensicus in 2020.
3 (81)
Acquired from Dolphins		Cordale FlottCB-Nickel/LSU218/4th RoundFlott's cover skills and savvy in the slot have been apparent since he stepped on campus. Bulk is the biggest question mark.
4 (112) Acquired from the BearsDaniel BellingerTE/San Diego State114/3rd RoundBellinger's postseason workouts should not have come as a surprise. He was a track star at the high school level and nearly went under 11 seconds in the 100-meter dash. On the field, he can execute any type of block with his hand in the dirt and provides a build-speed option up the rails of the defense. Can he win in the short areas as a route runner?
4 (114)
Acquired from Falcons		Dane BeltonS-Nickel/Iowa96/3rd RoundBelton has a feel for reading through route combinations and has experience covering the slot dating back to 2019, when he was the team's nickel. As his career went along, Belton improved his angles in coverage. The tackling needs to improve.
5 (146)
Acquired from Jets		Micah McFaddenLB/Indiana124/3rd RoundMcFadden was one of the Big Ten's best coming forward as a blitz threat. In addition, there is enough speed to swallow up distance in space. Playing with slightly more knee bend could take his game to the next level.
5 (147)D.J. DavidsonDT/Arizona State307/4th RoundDavidson aligned primarily inside as the zero-or-one-technique DT, but did see time at the two-or-three-technique DT spots as well. Light on his feet at 325 pounds.
5 (173) From the Chiefs through the RavensMarcus McKethanOL/North Carolina 317/4th RoundAt nearly 6-foot-7, the 348-pound McKethan played OG as a 37-game starter in school. Could his 85-inch wingspan at least get him looks on the perimeter? Efficient on his skip-pull techniques at his size. Needs to block with more than just the upper body on a consistent basis.
6 (182)Darrian BeaversLB/Cincinnati, UConn139/3rd Round-Beavers started off as an athletic 235-pound LB at UConn before growing into a 260-pound force for the Bearcats. He projects as a 3-4 inside linebacker and fits what the defense will be doing moving forward.

Here is a recap of the team’s 2022 UDFA signings:

NY Giants Undrafted Free agent signings
DN Big Board Rank PlayerPositionsSchoolGradeRoundNasty’ Take
239Zyon GilbertCB-NickelFAU5.524th RoundGilbert’s incredible physical tools (11’6” BJ, 41” VJ) give him an opportunity to make the team in a special teams role.
256Yusef CorkerSKentucky5.484th RoundKnown as the team’s ‘Director of Communications’, Corker’s 4.4 speed often overcomes any rigidness.
261Austin AllenTENebraska5.464th RoundAllen - the Big Ten’s TE of the Year- can stretch the seams but needs to get stronger and run more precise routes. His 6’8” height helps his cause.
279Trenton ThompsonSSan Diego State5.414th RoundThompson was a multi-purpose player who made a number of plays in coverage this past season.
282Chris HintonDTMichigan5.374th RoundHinton uses his hands fairly well, but needs to develop consistent urgency in his play.
339Jashaun CorbinRB-KR (All-Purpose)FSU, Texas A&M5.185th RoundCorbin ranked third in the country in kickoff returns during the 2018 campaign (30.1 yds/KR, TD).
405Jeremiah HallFB/H-backOklahoma5.035th RoundHall was a multi-purpose threat as a blocker on the move and receiver during his time at Oklahoma. Can heprove capable on special teams without short-area explosion?
418Tomon FoxOLBNorth Carolina55th RoundFox ran around a number of OTs in school to the tune of 44.5 career tackles for losses.
452Antonio ValentinoDT-NGFlorida, Penn State4.865th RoundValentino -former known as Antonio Shelton- contains extreme power as a run defender but needs to improve at staying centered as a pass rusher.
636Brandon EasterlingSDayton4.137th RoundEasterling benefitted from a breakout 2019 campaign as an all-purpose defensive back. He has good foot speed on the field and plays with enough urgency to perhaps translate to the next level.
678Baer HunterOC-OGAppalachian State3.947th RoundNo one hunts down the opposition like Hunter, who improved markedly over the course of his career. He wins with more than just a roughhouse approach.
685Josh RivasOGKansas State3.877th RoundRivas’ size (6’5 323) gives him a chance. As does his accuracy in terms of understanding assignments. Experienced veteran who should compete for a practice squad opportunity if he can hold up in pass protection.
702Tyrone TruesdellDTFlorida, Auburn3.6627th RoundTruesdell took a step backwards after leaving Auburn, but it doesn’t take away from some of the early success he had in the SEC.
712Matthew AllenOCMichigan State3.587th RoundAllen plays much quicker and more efficient than his postseason workout times suggest on the field. He could surprise if the size isn’t deficient.
Navaughn DonaldsonOT-OGMiami (Fla.)N/AN/ADonaldson started off as a tackle, has played guard and continued to contribute. The team’s entire OL took a major step back in 2021.
Andre MillerWRMaineN/AN/AThe statistics didn’t often tell the story for Miller, whose body control impressed during his time at Maine.
Jahcour PearsonWROle MissN/AN/AAlthough Pearson didn’t score in 2021, he did flash with 76 receptions at WKU back in 2019.
Jabari Ellis DTSouth Carolina N/AN/AEllis, a productive defender for South Carolina, produced career-highs in tackles and tackles for loss in 2021.
Darren Evans CBLSUN/AN/AEvans is a long corner with enough mobility to potentially learn techniques from current Giant James Bradberry.
Jaylin BannermannDEUtah StateN/AN/ABannerman’s length and overall movement give him an opportunity if he can continue to make positive weight gains.
Daylin BaldwinWRMichigan, Jackson StateN/AN/AThe former Tiger acquitted himself well for the Wolverines this past season. He averaged a little over 15 yards per catch on 17 receptions.
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2022 NFL Free Agency, Live Updates: NFC West

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The NFC West traded away a franchise quarterback and saw quality pass rushers leave the division. Through two weeks, trades have been at or near the top of the NFC West’s agenda. Will this division keep its aggression through the 2022 NFL Draft?

NFC West

Los Angeles Rams

Offensive free agents

  • RB Sony Michel
  • RB Buddy Howell
  • TE Johnny Mundt (Agreed to terms with the Vikings)
  • WR Odell Beckham Jr.
  • WR-Ret Brandon Powell (re-signed)
  • OG  Austin Corbett (Agreed to terms with the Panthers)
  • OC Brian Allen (re-signed)
  • OT Joe Noteboom (re-signed)   

Defensive free agents

  • CB Darious Williams  (Agreed to terms with the  Jaguars)
  • CB Donte Deayon
  • DT Sebastian Joseph Day (Agreed to terms with the Chargers)
  • OLB Von Miller (Agreed to terms with the Bills)
  • OLB Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (Agreed to terms with the Texans)
  • P Johnny Hekker (Agreed to terms with the Panthers)
  • S Antoine Brooks
  • LB Will Compton
  • LB Troy Reeder

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • OT Andrew Whitworth retired this offseason.
  • Re-signed OT Joseph Noteboom to a three-year deal, OC Brian Allen to a three-year deal, WR-Ret Brandon Powell to a one-year deal and signed OL Coleman Shelton to an extension
  • Signed QB Matthew Stafford to a four-year extension
  • Placed a RFA tender on PK Matt Gay, LB Travin Howard
  • Agreed to terms with WR Allen Robinson (Bears) on three-year deal, LB Bobby Wagner (Seahawks) on a five-year deal, P Riley Dixon (Giants)
  • Traded WR Robert Woods to the Tennessee Titans for a 2023 sixth-round pick
  • Released P Johnny Hekker (signed with the Panthers)
  • Lost OLB Von Miller (Bills), OLB Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (Texans), DT Sebastian Joseph Day (Chargers), CB Darious Williams (Jaguars), P Johnny Hekker (Panthers), TE Johnny Mundt (Vikings), OT Austin Corbett (Panthers)

Arizona Cardinals

Offensive free agents

  • RB James Conner (re-signed)
  • RB Chase Edmonds (Agreed to terms with the Dolphins)
  • TE Zach Ertz (re-signed)
  • WR A.J. Green (re-signed)
  • WR Christian Kirk (Agreed to terms with the Jaguars)
  • QB Colt McCoy (re-signed)
  • TE Maxx Williams (re-signed)
  • TE Darrell Daniels
  • TE Demetrius Harris
  • OG Max Garcia (Agreed to terms with the Giants)

Defensive free agents

  • DE Chandler Jones (Agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • LB Dennis Gardeck (re-signed)
  • LB Ezekial Turner (re-signed)
  • LB Jordan Hicks (released and signed with the Vikings)
  • CB Robert Alford
  • CB Antonio Hamilton
  • CB Breon Borders
  • S Charles Washington
  • DL Jack Crawford
  • S Chris Banjo
  • P Andy Lee (re-signed)
  • LS Aaron Brewer (re-signed)
  • DT Corey Peters

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • GM Steve Keim and HC Kliff Kingsbury were given five-year contract extensions
  • Re-signed P Andy Lee, LS Aaron Brewer, LB Ezekial Turner, LB Dennis Gardeck to one-year deals.
  • Re-signed TE Zach Ertz on a three-year deal, QB Colt McCoy to a two-year deal, RB James Conner on a three-year deal, LB Dennis Gardeck on a three-year deal
  • Agreed to terms with LB Nick Vigil (Vikings), CB Jeff Gladney (Vikings), OG Will Hernandez (Giants), TE Stephen Anderson (Chargers)
  • Released LB Jordan Hicks (signed with the Vikings)
  • Lost DE Chandler Jones (Raiders), WR Christian Kirk (Jaguars), RB Chase Edmonds (Dolphins), OG Max Garcia (Giants)

Seattle Seahawks

Offensive free agents

  • LT Duane Brown
  • RB Alex Collins
  • TE Will Dissly (re-signed)
  • TE Gerald Everett (Agreed to terms with the Chargers)
  • OL Kyle Fuller (re-signed)
  • OL Jamarco Jones
  • RB Rashaad Penny (re-signed)
  • C Ethan Pocic
  • OT Brandon Shell
  • QB Geno Smith (re-signed)
  • WR John Ursua

Defensive free agents

  • S Quandre Diggs (re-signed)
  • DE Rasheem Green
  • DE Carlos Dunlap (designated post June 1 release)
  • CB Sidney Jones (re-signed)
  • CB Gavin Heslop
  • DB Blessaun Austin
  • DT Robert Nkemdiche
  • DB D.J. Reed
  • DT Al Woods (re-signed)
  • DE Benson Mayowa (released)
  • DE Kerry Hyder (released)
  • LB Bobby Wagner (released and signed with Rams)

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Traded QB Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos in exchange for QB Drew Lock, TE Noah Fant, DL Shelby Harris, 2022 first-round pick (9th overall), 2022 second-round pick (40th overall), 2022 fourth-round pick and a 2022 fifth-round pick. They also received a 2023 first-round pick and a 2023 second-round pick
  • Released LB Bobby Wagner (signed with Rams), designated a post June 1 release of DE Carlos Dunlap, released DE Kerry Hyder, DE Benson Mayowa
  • Re-signed S Quandre Diggs to a three-year deal, CB Sidney Jones, TE Will Dissly to a three-year deal, OL Kyle Fuller, RB Rashaad Penny to a one-year deal, DT Al Woods to a two-year deal, QB Geno Smith to a one-year deal
  • Agreed to terms with DT Quinton Jefferson (Raiders) on a two-year deal, OLB Uchenna Nwosu (Chargers) on a two-year deal, CB Artie Burns (Bears) on a one-year deal, G Austin Blythe (Chiefs) on a one-year deal, CB Justin Coleman (Dolphins), LB Joel Iyiegbuniwe (Bears)
  • Lost OL Jamarco Jones (Titans), DB D.J. Reed (Jets)

San Francisco 49ers

Offensive free agents

  • OG Laken Tomlinson (Agreed to terms with the Jets)
  • WR Richie James
  • RB Trenton Cannon (Agreed to terms with the Titans)
  • WR Trent Sherfield (Agreed to terms with the Dolphins)
  • C Jake Brendel (re-signed)
  • WR-Ret Travis Benjamin
  • OL Tom Compton (Agreed to terms with the Broncos)
  • WR Mohamed Sanu
  • TE Ross Dwelley
  • RB Jeff Wilson, Jr. (re-signed)
  • RB Raheem Mostert (Agreed to terms with the Dolphins)

Defensive free agents

  • DB Tarvaris Moore
  • DE Jordan Willis (re-signed)
  • DL Maurice Hurst
  • DE-OLB Arden Key
  • CB Dontae Johnson (re-signed)
  • S Tavon Wilson
  • S Jaquiski Tartt
  • LB Marcell Harris
  • CB Josh Norman
  • CB K’Waun Williams (Agreed to terms with the Broncos)
  • CB Jason Verrett
  • DT D.J. Jones (Agreed to terms with the Broncos)
  • DL Darrion Daniels

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Agreed to terms with CB Charvarius Ward (Chiefs) on a three-year deal, CB Darqueze Dennard (Giants), S George Odum (Colts) on a three-year deal, LB Oren Burks (Packers) on a two-year deal, WR-Ret Ray-Ray McCloud (Steelers) on a two-year deal, DT Hassan Ridgeway (Eagles) on a one-year deal, DE Kerry Hyder (Seahawks) on a one-year deal
  • Re-signed DE Jordan Willis on a one-year deal, C Jake Brendel, RB Jeff Wilson, Jr.
  • Lost CB K’Waun Williams (Broncos), RB Raheem Mostert (Dolphins), RB Trenton Cannon (Titans), OG Laken Tomlinson (Jets), DT D.J. Jones (Broncos), WR Trent Sherfield (Dolphins), OL Tom Compton (Broncos)
  • Placed RFA tenders on OL Daniel Brunskill and LB Azeez Al-Shaair
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2022 NFL Free Agency, Live Updates: NFC North

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The 2022 NFC North’s free agency period began with a no-brainer, as the Packers gave its back-to-back league MVP a record deal. The team also traded away its franchise receiver and the Bears lost their top wideout in free agency. Did the Lions get its deep threat? The Minnesota Vikings picked up a smart, productive linebacker to team with Eric Kendricks. Please come back for more updates as this is a live document.

NFC North

Minnesota Vikings

Offensive free agents

  • TE Tyler Conkin (Agreed to terms with the Jets)
  • OL Mason Cole (Agreed to terms with the Steelers)
  • QB Sean Mannion (re-signed)
  • OT Rashod Hill
  • WR Dede Westbrook
  • TE Chris Herndon
  • OG Dakota Dozier
  • TE Luke Stocker
  • RB Wayne Gallman
  • WR Chad Beebe

Defensive free agents

  • CB Patrick Peterson (re-signed)
  • LB Anthony Barr
  • DE Everson Griffen
  • DT Sheldon Richardson
  • DT Michael Pierce
  • DE Eddie Yarbrough
  • CB Mackensie Alexander
  • S Xavier Woods (Agreed to terms with the Panthers)
  • LB Nick Vigil
  • DE Tashawn Bower
  • P Jordan Berry (re-signed)
Jordan Hicks LB Minnesota Vikings
New Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks started 49 games in a row for the Arizona Cardinals over a three-year period. In that span, he posted 384 tackles and 25 tackles for losses.

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Hired former Cleveland Browns VP of football operations Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as general manager and former LA Rams OC Kevin O’Connell as head coach
  • Agreed to terms with DE-OLB Za’Darius Smith (Packers) on a three-year deal, DT Harrison Phillips (Bills) on a three-year deal, LB Jordan Hicks (Cardinals) on a two-year deal, TE Johnny Mundt (Rams) on a two-year deal, OL Austin Schottmann (Broncos), OL Jesse Davis (Dolphins), CB Nate Hairston (Broncos)
  • Released DT Michael Pierce
  • Re-signed QB Kirk Cousins to a one-year extension, P Jordan Berry to a one-year deal, QB Sean Mannion, CB Patrick Peterson, CB Tye Smith
  • Lost TE Tyler Conklin (Jets), S Xavier Woods (Panthers), OL Mason Cole (Steelers)
  • Re-structured the contracts of WR Adam Thielen and S Harrison Smith

Detroit Lions

Offensive free agents

  • WR Josh Reynolds (re-signed)
  • WR Kalif Raymond (re-signed)
  • WR KhaDarel Hodge
  • QB Tim Boyle (re-signed)
  • OT Tyrell Crosby
  • QB David Blough (re-signed)
  • TE Charlie Taumoepeau (released)
  • OL Will Holden
  • OC Evan Brown (re-signed)
  • TE Jordan Thomas (released)
DJ Chark WR Detroit Lions
Former Jacksonville Jaguars Pro Bowl WR DJ Chark (coming off an ankle injury in 2021) signed a one-year deal with the Detroit Lions.

Defensive free agents

  • S Tracy Walker (re-signed)
  • OLB Charles Harris (re-signed)
  • LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin (Agreed to terms with the Texans)
  • LB Alex Anzalone (re-signed)
  • DE Nick Williams
  • DE Trey Flowers (released)
  • S Dean Marlowe
  • LB Shaun Dion Hamilton (re-signed)
  • DT Joel Heath
  • DT Nick Williams
  • S Jalen Elliott (re-signed)

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Agreed to terms with WR DJ Chark (Jaguars) on a one-year deal, LB Jarrad Davis (Jets), CB Mike Hughes (Chiefs), LB Chris Board (Ravens), S DeShon Elliott (Ravens)
  • Re-signed S Tracy Walker to a three-year deal, DE-OLB Charles Harris to a two-year deal, FB Jason Cabinda to a two-year deal, LB Alex Anzalone to a one-year deal, LB Shaun Dion Hamilton to a one-year deal, WR Josh Reynolds to a two-year deal, WR Kalif Raymond to a two-year deal, QB Tim Boyle on a one-year deal, OC Evan Brown on a one-year deal, OC Ryan McCollum to a one-year deal, S Jalen Elliott to a one-year deal, DB C.J. Moore to a one-year deal
  • Re-signed QB David Blough, DB Bobby Price (ERFA), CB Mark Gilbert (ERFA), RB Godwin Igwebuike (ERFA) and K Riley Patterson (ERFA)
  • Exercised a 2023 option on TE TJ Hockenson
  • Lost LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin (Texans)
  • Released DE Trey Flowers, TE Jordan Thomas

Green Bay Packers

Offensive free agents

  • WR Davante Adams (franchised and then traded him to Raiders)
  • TE Robert Tonyan (re-signed)
  • WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling (agreed to terms with the Chiefs)
  • WR Equanimeous St. Brown (agreed to terms with the Bears)
  • WR Devin Funchess
  • G Lucas Patrick (agreed to terms with the Bears)
  • OT Dennis Kelly (released)
  • OT Billy Turner (released)

Defensive free agents

  • DE-OLB Za’Darius Smith (Agreed to terms with the Vikings)
  • OLB Whitney Mercilus
  • CB Jaire Alexander
  • CB Kevin King
  • CB Chandon Sullivan (Agreed to terms with the Vikings)
  • CB Rasul Douglas (re-signed)
  • LB De’Vondre Campbell (re-signed)
  • CB Josh Jackson
  • S Will Redmond
  • LB Chauncey Rivers
  • DT Tyler Lancaster
  • ILB Oren Burks (agreed to terms with the 49ers)
  • P JK Scott
  • LS Hunter Bradley

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes

  • Agreed to terms with QB Aaron Rodgers on a three-year deal, DE Pat O’Connor (Buccaneers) on a two-year deal, DT Jarran Reed (Chiefs), P Pat O’Donnell (Bears) on a one-year deal, PK Dominick Eberle, WR Sammy Watkins (Ravens), DL Jarran Reed (Chiefs)
  • Re-signed ILB Da’Vondre Campbell to a five-year deal, DE Preston Smith to a four-year deal, CB Rasul Douglas on a three-year deal, TE Robert Tonyan
  • Released OT Billy Turner, OLB Za’Darius Smith
  • Placed the franchise tag on WR Davante Adams and then traded him to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for a 2022 first-round pick and a 2022 second-round pick
  • Placed a RFA tender on WR Allen Lazard
  • Lost OLB Za’Darius Smith (Vikings), WR Equanimeous St. Brown (Bears), OG Lucas Patrick (Bears), LB Oren Burks (49ers), CB Chandon Sullivan (Vikings), WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling (Chiefs)

Chicago Bears

Offensive free agents

  • WR Allen Robinson (Agreed to terms with the Rams)
  • QB Andy Dalton
  • RB Tarik Cohen (released)
  • WR Damiere Byrd
  • WR Marquise Goodwin
  • WR Jakeem Grant (Agreed to terms with the Browns)
  • OL Elijah Wilkinson (Agreed to terms with the Falcons)
  • OL James Daniels
  • OL Jason Peters
  • OL Germain Ifedi
  • OT Alex Bars (Agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • RB Ryan Nall
  • TE Jesse James
  • RB Damien Williams (Agreed to terms with the Falcons)

Defensive free agents

  • DL Akiem Hicks
  • DL Bilal Nichols (Agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • DL Margus Hunt
  • DL Elijah Wilkinson
  • DL Eddie Goldman (released)
  • DB Marqui Christian
  • CB Artie Burns (Agreed to terms with the Seahawks)
  • CB Teez Tabor (Agreed to terms with the Falcons)
  • CB Xavier Crawford
  • S DeAndre Houston-Carson (re-signed)
  • S Deon Bush
  • S Tashaun Gipson
  • OLB Cassius Marsh
  • OLB Bruce Irvin
  • LB Joel Iyiegbuniwe
  • LB Alec Ogletree
  • LB Danny Trevathan (released)
  • LB Christian Jones
  • P Pat O’Donnell (Agreed to terms with the Packers)
  • LS Patrick Scales
  • LS Beau Brinkley

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Hired former Kansas City Chiefs executive director of player personnel Ryan Poles as its new general manager and former Indianapolis defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus as its head coach
  • Agreed to terms with DT Justin Jones (Chargers) on a two-year deal, DT Al-Quadin Muhammed (Colts) on a two-year deal, WR Equanimeous St. Brown (Packers) on a one-year deal, G Lucas Patrick (Packers) on a two-year deal, LB Nicholas Morrow (Raiders), WR Byron Pringle (Chiefs) on a one-year deal, QB Trevor Siemian (Saints) on a two-year deal, OL Dakota Dozier (Vikings), FB Khari Blasingame (Titans), S Dane Cruikshank (Titans)
  • Re-signed OL Lachavious Simmons to a one-year deal, S DeAndre Houston-Carson to a one-year deal
  • Traded OLB Khalil Mack to the Los Angeles Chargers in exchange for a 2022 second-round pick and 2023 sixth-round pick
  • Released DT Eddie Goldman, LB Danny Trevathan, RB Tarik Cohen, LS Beau Brinkley
  • Lost WR Allen Robinson (Rams), CB Teez Tabor (Falcons), P Pat O’Donnell (Packers), RB Damien Williams (Falcons), WR-Ret Jakeem Grant (Browns), DT Elijah Wilkinson (Falcons), DT Bilal Nichols (Raiders),

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2022 NFL Free Agency, Live Updates: AFC South

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The AFC South’s free agency period started with Jacksonville getting one of the top offensive lineman available on the market. Needless to say, they weren’t done shopping. The Titans re-signed their top pass rush threat while letting some veterans go. There were a number of free agents who simply switched spots within the division. How is each team stacking up heading into the 2022 NFL Draft? Please come back day-to-day as we will provide live updates on each of your favorite teams.

AFC South

Tennessee Titans

Offensive free agents

  • WR Julio Jones (released)
  • TE Anthony Firkser (agreed to terms with the Falcons)
  • TE Geoff Swaim (re-signed)
  • WR Marcus Johnson
  • WR Chester Rogers
  • TE MyCole Pruitt
  • RB Dontrell Hilliard (re-signed)
  • RB D’Onta Foreman
  • FB Khari Blasingame (agreed to terms with the Bears)
  • WR Cameron Batson
  • RT David Quessenberry (agreed to terms with the Bills)
  • OG Rodger Saffold (released and then agreed to terms with the Bills)
  • WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine
  • QB Logan Woodside
  • RB Jordan Wilkins (re-signed)
  • K Randy Bullock (re-signed)
  • K Sam Ficken
  • OC Ben Jones (re-signed)

Defensive free agents

  • LB Jayon Brown (agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • LB Rashaan Evans (agreed to terms with the Falcons)
  • DE Harold Landry (re-signed)
  • S Matthias Farley
  • LB Nick Dzubnar
  • CB Buster Skrine (re-signed)
  • CB Janoris Jenkins (released)
  • DE Olasunkanmi Adeniyi (re-signed)
  • CB Greg Mabin
  • LB Dylan Cole (re-signed)
  • LB B.J. Bello
  • DL Kyle Peko (agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • DL Trevon Coley
  • DL Teair Tart
  • S Dane Cruikshank (agreed to terms with the Bears)
  • DE Derick Roberson

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Released WR Julio Jones, OG Rodger Saffold (Bills), CB Janoris Jenkins
  • Agreed to terms with OT Jamarco Jones (Seahawks) on a two-year deal, RB Trenton Cannon (49ers), DB A.J. Moore (Texans) on a one-year deal, TE Austin Hooper (Browns),
  • Re-signed DE Harold Landry III to a five-year deal, OC Ben Jones to a two-year deal, TE Geoff Swaim to a one-year deal, DE Olasunkanmi Adeniyi, LB Dylan Cole, PK Randy Bullock
  • Traded a 2023 sixth-round pick to the Los Angeles Rams for WR Robert Woods
  • Lost LB Jayon Brown (Raiders), RB Khari Blasingame (Bears), LB Rashaan Evans (Falcons), TE Anthony Firkser (Falcons), S Dane Cruikshank (Bears)

Houston Texans

Offensive free agents

  • QB Tyrod Taylor (Agreed to terms with the Giants)
  • RB David Johnson
  • OL Justin Britt
  • WR Danny Amendola
  • WR Chris Conley
  • RB Rex Burkhead
  • TE Antony Auclair
  • WR Chris Moore
  • RB Royce Freeman (re-signed)
  • OT Geron Christian (agreed to terms with the Chiefs)

Defensive free agents

  • S Justin Reid (Agreed to terms with the Chiefs)
  • S Terrence Brooks (re-signed)
  • CB Terrence Mitchell (released and then signed with Patriots)
  • S Neville Hewitt (re-signed)
  • DB A.J. Moore (Agreed to terms with the Titans)
  • DT Vincent Taylor
  • DE DeMarcus Walker
  • LB Tae Davis (re-signed)
  • LB Hardy Nickerson, Jr.
  • DT Jaleel Johnson
  • DE-OLB Jacob Martin (agreed to terms with the Jets)
  • LS Jon Weeks (re-signed)
The Houston Texans signed former Jacksonville OG A.J. Cann to a two-year deal. Cann started 94 games in seven seasons for the Jaguars, but just four of those starts came a in 2021 due to injury.

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Promoted DC and former Chicago Bears HC Lovie Smith to fill its head coaching vacancy
  • Agreed to terms with OG AJ Cann (Jaguars), RB Dare Ogunbowale (Jaguars) on a two-year deal, S M.J. Stewart (Browns) on a one-year deal, OLB Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (Rams) on a one-year deal, QB Kyle Allen (Commanders) on a one-year deal, C Scott Quessenberry (Chargers) on a one-year deal, CB Isaac Yiadom (Packers) on a one-year deal, RB Marlon Mack (Colts)
  • Re-signed S Terrence Brooks, RB Royce Freeman, LB Neville Hewitt
  • Lost S Justin Reid (Chiefs), QB Tyrod Taylor (Giants), DB A.J. Moore (Titans), OT Geron Christian (Chiefs)
  • Released CB Terrence Mitchell (signed with Patriots),

Jacksonville Jaguars

Offensive free agents

  • OG A.J. Cann (agreed to terms with the Texans)
  • OG Andrew Norwell (agreed to terms with the Commanders)
  • OT Cam Robinson
  • WR DJ Chark (Agreed to terms with the Lions)
  • OC Tyler Shatley
  • TE James O’Shaughnessy
  • WR Tavon Austin
  • TE Jacob Hollister (agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • WR Laquon Treadwell (re-signed)
  • OT Will Richardson Jr. (re-signed)

Defensive free agents

  • DT Taven Bryan (agreed to terms with the Browns)
  • LB Damien Wilson
  • DE Jihad Ward (agreed to terms with the Giants)
  • CB Tre Herndon (re-signed)
  • CB Nevin Lawson
  • DE Adam Gotsis
  • DE Lerentee McCray
  • LB Tyrell Adams
  • LB Myles Jack (released and agreed to terms with the Steelers)

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Hired former Philadelphia Eagles HC Doug Pederson as its new head coach
  • Agreed to terms with the OG Brandon Scherff (Commanders) on a three-year deal, WR Christian Kirk (Cardinals) on a four-year deal, WR Zay Jones (Raiders) on a three-year deal, LB Foyesade Oluokun (Falcons) on a three-year deal, DT Foley Fatukasi (Jets) on a three-year deal, TE Evan Engram (Giants) on a one-year deal, CB Darious Williams (Rams) on a three-year deal, DE Arden Key on a one-year deal
  • Released LB Myles Jack (signed with Steelers), re-signed OT Will Richardson, Jr.
  • C Brandon Linder retired after eight seasons
  • Lost WR DJ Chark (Lions), OG AJ Cann (Texans), OG Andrew Norwell (Commanders) DT Taven Bryan (Browns), RB Dare Ogunbowale (Texans), DE Jihad Ward (Browns)

Indianapolis Colts

Offensive free agents

  • OT Julién Davenport
  • OT Eric Fisher
  • TE Mo Alie-Cox
  • K Michael Badgley
  • G Mark Glowinski (Agreed to terms with the Giants)
  • WR T.Y. Hilton
  • QB Brett Hundley
  • RB Marlon Mack (Agreed to terms with the Texans)
  • WR Zach Pascal (Agreed to terms with the Eagles)
  • OL Matt Pryor (re-signed)
  • G Chris Reed
  • OT Sam Tevi

Defensive free agents

  • LB Matthew Adams
  • S Jahleel Addae
  • CB T.J. Carrie
  • LB Zaire Franklin
  • DL Tyquan Lewis (re-signed)
  • OLB Al-Quadin Muhammad
  • S George Odum
  • CB Brian Poole
  • CB Xavier Rhodes
  • DE Isaac Rochell
  • S Andrew Sendejo
  • S D.J. Swearinger
  • DE-OLB Kemoko Turay
  • DT Antwaun Woods

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Traded QB Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders in exchange for third-round picks in 2022 and 2023. The 2023 third-round pick can become a second rounder based on Wentz’s playing time in Washington. The teams also traded positions in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, as the team swapped its 47th overall position to move up five spots
  • Traded a 2022 third-round pick to the Atlanta Falcons for QB Matt Ryan
  • Lost OG Mark Glowinski (Giants), WR Zach Pascal (Eagles), RB Marlon Mack (Texans)
  • Re-signed OT Matt Pryor to a one-year deal, DL Tyquan Lewis to a one-year deal
  • Traded CB Rock Ya-Sin to the Las Vegas Raiders for DE Yannick Ngakoue
  • Agreed to terms with CB Brandon Facyson (Raiders), S Rodney McLeoad (Eagles), CB Stephon Gilmore (Panthers) on a two-year deal

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2022 NFL Free Agency, Live Updates: AFC North

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The 2022 AFC North free agency period began with the Ravens thinking they had a former friend while the Bengals guarded the team’s future. The Browns scooped Cooper in a trade and the Steelers found a possible replacement for Big Ben. We have all of the latest updates from the division’s free agency and offseason moves.

AFC North

Baltimore Ravens

Offensive free agents

  • C Bradley Bozeman (Agreed to terms with the Panthers)
  • RB Devonta Freeman
  • RB Latavius Murray
  • FB Patrick Ricard (re-signed)
  • OT David Sharpe
  • TE Eric Tomlinson (Agreed to terms with the Broncos)
  • WR Sammy Watkins (Agreed to terms with the Packers)

Defensive free agents

  • LB Chris Board (Agreed to terms with Lions)
  • CB Anthony Averett (Agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • LB Josh Bynes (re-signed)
  • DE Calais Campbell (re-signed)
  • S DeShon Elliott (Agreed to terms with the Lions)
  • NT Justin Ellis (Agreed to terms with the Giants)
  • LB L. J. Fort
  • OLB Justin Houston
  • S Tony Jefferson (re-signed)
  • OLB Pernell McPhee
  • CB Jimmy Smith
  • NT Brandon Williams
  • CB Tavon Young (released)

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Head coach John Harbaugh was signed to a three-year extension
  • Agreed to terms with S Marcus Williams (Saints) on a five-year deal, OLB OT Morgan Moses (Jets) on a three-year deal
  • Lost TE Eric Tomlinson (Broncos), CB Anthony Averett (Raiders), LB Chris Board (Lions), S DeShon Elliott (Lions), WR Sammy Watkins (Packers), DL Justin Ellis (Giants)
  • Released CB Tavon Young
  • Re-signed FB Patrick Ricard to a three-year deal, DE Calais Campbell to a two-year deal, LB Josh Bynes

Cleveland Browns

Offensive free agents

  • QB Nick Mullens
  • WR Rashard Higgins (Agreed to terms with the Panthers)
  • WR Ryan Switzer
  • TE David Njoku (franchised)
  • OT Chris Hubbard (re-signed)
  • TE Austin Hooper (released and signed with the Titans)
  • PK Chase McLaughlin
  • TE Stephen Carlson
  • FB Andy Janovich
  • WR Jarvis Landry (released)

Defensive free agents

  • DT Malik Jackson
  • DT Sheldon Day
  • DE Jadeveon Clowney
  • DE Takkarist McKinley
  • DE Ifeadi Odenigbo
  • LB Malcolm Smith
  • LB Anthony Walker
  • LB Elijah Lee
  • S Ronnie Harrison
  • S M.J. Stewart (Agreed to terms with the Texans)
  • P Dustin Colquitt
Former Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson traded to the Cleveland Browns
Former Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson was traded to the Cleveland Browns for three first-round draft picks, a 2023 third-round pick and a 2024 fourth-round pick.

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Reportedly traded three first-round picks to the Houston Texans for QB Deshaun Watson. They also gave up a 2023 third-round pick and 2024 fourth-round pick in the trade.
  • Agreed to terms with WR Jakeem Grant (Bears) on a three-year deal, DL Taven Bryan (Jaguars) on a one-year deal, QB Jacoby Brissett (Colts) on a one-year deal, OL Ethan Pocic (Seahawks)
  • Lost WR Rashard Higgins (Panthers), DB M.J. Stewart (Texans)
  • Placed the franchise tag on TE David Njoku, placed a RFA tender on RB D’Ernest Johnson
  • Traded LB Mack Wilson in exchange for OLB/DE Chase Winovich (Patriots)
  • Traded QB Case Keenum to the Buffalo Bills for a seventh-round pick
  • Released WR Jarvis Landry, TE Austin Hooper (signed with Titans)
  • Traded a 2022 fifth-round pick and swapped 2022 sixth-round selections with the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for WR Amari Cooper

Cincinnati Bengals

Offensive free agents

  • TE C.J. Uzomah (Agreed to terms with the Jets)
  • OT Riley Reiff
  • OG Quinton Spain
  • QB Brandon Allen (re-signed)
  • WR Mike Thomas (re-signed)
  • WR Auden Tate
  • OL Fred Johnson (released and then signed with Buccaneers)
  • OL Trey Hopkins (released)

Defensive free agents

  • S Jessie Bates III (franchised)
  • CB Eli Apple (re-signed)
  • CB Vernon Hargeaves
  • CB Tre Flowers
  • DT B.J. Hill (re-signed)
  • DT Josh Tupou (re-signed)
  • LB Jordan Evans
  • CB Darius Phillips (Agreed to terms with the Raiders)
  • CB Trae Waynes (released)
  • S Ricardo Allen
  • S Michael Thomas (re-signed)
  • LS Clark Harris
  • P Kevin Huber

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • Agreed to terms with OG Alex Cappa (Buccaneers) on a four-year deal, OL Ted Karras (Patriots) on a three-year deal, OT La’el Collins (Cowboys) to a three-year deal, TE Hayden Hurst (Falcons)
  • Re-signed DT B.J. Hill to a three-year deal, CB Eli Apple on a one-year deal, S Michael Thomas to a one-year deal, DT Josh Tupou on a two-year deal, QB Brandon Allen on a one-year deal, WR Trenton Irwin
  • Placed the franchise tag on S Jessie Bates III
  • Lost TE C.J. Uzomah (Jets), CB Darius Phillips (Raiders)
  • Released CB Trae Waynes

Pittsburgh Steelers

Offensive free agents

  • QB Ben Roethlisberger (retired)
  • QB Joshua Dobbs
  • WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (Agreed to terms with the Chiefs)
  • WR James Washington (Agreed to terms with the Cowboys)
  • WR-Ret Ray-Ray McCloud (Agreed to terms with the 49ers)
  • TE Eric Ebron
  • RB Kalen Ballage
  • OG Trai Turner
  • OT Chuks Okorafor (re-signed)
  • OL B.J. Finney
  • OL Zach Banner

Defensive free agents

  • DL Montravious Adams (re-signed)
  • OLB Taco Charlton
  • CB Joe Haden
  • CB Akhello Witherspoon (re-signed)
  • CB Arthur Maulet (re-signed)
  • S Terrell Edmunds
  • S Miles Killebrew (re-signed)
  • LB Joe Schobert (released)
Former Jaguars LB Myles Jack -an 82-game starter- signed a two-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

2022 Free Agency report/Other Notes:

  • QB Ben Roethlisberger retired after 18 seasons and this will be GM Kevin Colbert’s last season
  • Re-signed OT Chuks Okorafor to a three-year deal, CB Arthur Maulet on a two-year deal, S Miles Killebrew on a two-year deal, CB Ahkello Witherspoon on a two-year deal, DT Montravius Adams (Saints) on a two-year deal
  • Released LB Joe Schobert, OL Zach Banner
  • Agreed to terms with LB Myles Jack (Jaguars) on a two-year deal, QB Mitchell Trubisky (Bills) on a two-year deal, OG James Daniels (Bears) on a three-year deal, C Mason Cole on a three-year deal, CB Levi Wallace (Bills) on a two-year deal, WR Gunner Olszewski (Patriots) on a two-year deal
  • Placed an original round tender on QB Dwayne Haskins, placed a first right-of-refusal tender on LB Robert Spillane
  • Lost WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (Chiefs), WR James Washington (Cowboys), WR-Ret Ray-Ray McCloud (49ers),
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2021 Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl, In-game report: Army vs. Missouri, 12-22-21

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Army head coach Jeff Monken led the Black Knights to its third Armed Forces Bowl victory in last-minute fashion. The Black Knights were led by a rambunctious running game that featured running back Jakobi Buchanan. After an injury to starting quarterback Christian Anderson, the team turned to two different quarterbacks, Tyhier Tyler and Jabari Laws, to lead the team down the stretch.

DraftNasty’s Corey Chavous dives into the strategies of Army veteran offensive and defensive coordinators Brent Davis and Nate Woody. He also breaks down the team’s use of analytics while discussing top prospect and All-American outside linebacker Andre Carter II.

Army team captain Arik Smith (No. 53 pictured) had 88 tackles, four quarterback sacks and 11 tackles for losses in 2021. Over the last two seasons, he has 20 tackles for losses.

Senior linebacker and team captain Arik Smith garnered Armed Forces Bowl Game MVP honors after posting 12 tackles, two quarerback sacks and two-and-a half tackles for losses in the team’s victory. Junior placekicker Cole Talley banged home the game-winning field goal with no time remaining on the clock to secure the team’s 24-22 victory.

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2021 Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frisco Bowl, In-game report, 12-21-21: SDSU vs. 24) UTSA

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The 2021 Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frisco Bowl was the first of two bowl games in three days to take place at Toyota Stadium, the home of the FC Dallas Burn. The game pitted two teams that entered the game with a combined total of 23 victories. In a contest that largely lived up to the billing, the Brady Hoke-led Aztecs (12-2) took over the contest in the second half to win 38-24. It was just the second loss for the 24th-ranked Roadrunners (12-2), who have turned into one of the nation’s up-and-coming programs under Texas high school coaching legend and 2021 C-USA Coach of the Year Jeff Traylor.

DraftNasty’s Corey Chavous’ in-game report goes into quarterback Lucas Johnson, who recently entered the transfer portal, along with RB Greg Bell, OG William Dunkle, OT Zachary Thomas, TE Daniel Bellinger, PK/P Matt Araiza and DE Keshawn Banks, among others.

CJ Baskerville celebrating his interception in the 2021 Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frisco Bowl
Baskerville (No. 34 pictured jumping) had nine tackles and one interception to earn Defensive MVP honors in the 2021 Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frisco Bowl.

Chavous discusses who won the highly-anticipated battle between UTSA offensive tackle Spencer Burford and SDSU defensive end Cameron Thomas. In addition, he goes inside the bowl game MVP performances from wide receiver Jesse Matthews and safety CJ Baskerville.

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2021 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl, In-game Report, 12-18-21

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The 2021 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl featured a battle between the 12th-ranked BYU Cougars (10-3) and the UAB Blazers (9-4) in Shreveport, Louisiana on December 18th. DraftNasty’s Corey Chavous breaks down the game’s turning points, the state of both programs and the top pro prospects on each of the teams. In a back-and-forth battle, the Blazers outlasted the Cougars.

The Blazers were led by running back DeWayne McBride (5’11, 215, SOPH), who rushed for 183 yards on 28 carries behind an offensive line featuring LT Kadeem Telfort (6’8, 335, R-JR) and RT Colby Ragland (6’5, 315, R-SR). Chavous breaks down both in the video, along with their star deep threats in tight end Gerrit Prince (6’5, 240, R-SR) and junior wide receiver Trea Shropshire (6’3 195, JR).

UAB redshirt senior tight end Gerrit Prince caught four passes for 43 yards and two touchdowns in the 2021 Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl.

On the other side, BYU had a stalwart of its own in star running back Tyler Allgeier (5’11, 220, R-SOPH). Allgeier finished with 192 tough yards and averaged 7.1 yards per carry. Playing without injured quarterback Jaren Hall (6’1, 205, SOPH), the team turned to the Romneys, Baylor (6’2, 195, SOPH) and Gunner (6’2, 195, JR) to get it done in support. But it was one of BYU’s freshman defenders who stood out. Find out who it was in Corey Chavous’ video in-game report.