All articles tagged with #kicking competition
The Saints are signing veteran kicker Daniel Carlson after a summer kicking competition between Tanner Brown and Charlie Smyth; Carlson, who spent eight seasons with the Raiders, would join New Orleans with no announced roster move, and owns a career 224-of-255 field goals and 238-of-249 extra points.
The Panthers are actively seeking contributors on special teams during preseason Week 1, with multiple rookies and veterans participating in the kicking game, and a split in the kicking competition between Ryan Fitzgerald and Matthew Wright.
The San Francisco 49ers have announced Jake Moody as their kicker, releasing Greg Joseph despite Joseph making more kicks, possibly due to kickoff skills. The team also made several roster moves, including signing cornerback Fabian Moreau and defensive lineman Bruce Hector, and re-signing safety Jaylen Mahoney and offensive tackle Isaiah Prince.
The article discusses key questions for the San Francisco 49ers' upcoming training camp, including the potential impact of acquiring Davante Adams, the development of rookie players, the quarterback competition involving Jake Moody and Greg Joseph, head coach Robert Saleh's return and personality, and the health and participation of star players like Christian McCaffrey and Trent Williams.
The Baltimore Ravens are holding a training camp kicking competition between rookie Looper, their first-round pick, and undrafted free agent Hoyland, with both showing promise in practice, as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
The Green Bay Packers claimed kicker James Turner off waivers from the Detroit Lions, adding him to a kicking competition with Anders Carlson and Greg Joseph. Turner, an All-Big Ten pick for Michigan in 2023, has a strong collegiate record but must pass a physical to join the Packers' roster.
The Orange Team emerged victorious over the White Team in Clemson's Orange & White Spring Game, with third-string quarterback Trent Pearman stealing the show by accounting for two touchdowns. The game showcased strong defensive performances, with interceptions by Tavoy Feagin and Jamal Anderson. Quarterbacks Cade Klubnik and Christopher Vizzina faced interception opportunities, while the kicking competition saw freshman Nolan Hauser succeed with field goals. Clemson's next challenge will be against the Georgia Bulldogs on August 31st.
The Green Bay Packers have signed former Minnesota Vikings kicker Greg Joseph to provide competition for their struggling kicker Anders Carlson, who had an inconsistent rookie year. Carlson, who missed 13 kicks in 19 games last season, will now face competition from Joseph, who has a solid track record in the NFL. General manager Brian Gutekunst emphasized the need for improvement and competition at the kicker position, signaling a more competitive environment for Carlson in his second year with the team.
The Green Bay Packers have signed kicker Greg Joseph, who will compete with rookie draft pick Anders Carlson in training camp. Joseph, a record-holder for most game-winning field goals in a season, has prior NFL experience and is expected to provide competition for Carlson, who struggled last season. The signing reflects the Packers' dissatisfaction with their kicking game and aims to improve their performance in the upcoming season.
The Washington Commanders are releasing kicker Michael Badgley, leaving Joey Slye as the sole kicker on the roster. Badgley had a brief stint with the team, making one extra point in the preseason. Slye, who joined the Commanders in 2021, is expected to handle the kicking duties moving forward.
Wisconsin is finding new pass-catching playmakers during their spring practices, including Cincinnati transfer Will Pauling, who has been consistently fast and has shown playmaking ability. The team is also evaluating their quarterback situation and kicking competition, while making changes to their offensive line. Defensive players are also stepping up, with safety Preston Zachman intercepting a pass and defensive lineman Rodas Johnson making a big play.