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Jaguars sign former Bishop Kenny star QB John Wolford, 2 others to practice squad
Read full article: Jaguars sign former Bishop Kenny star QB John Wolford, 2 others to practice squadThe Jaguars made a handful of practice squad moves on Tuesday, including the signing of former Bishop Kenny star quarterback John Wolford.
Mayfield sits while Trask plays in Bucs' 13-6 preseason win over Jets. Backup Wolford injures neck
Read full article: Mayfield sits while Trask plays in Bucs' 13-6 preseason win over Jets. Backup Wolford injures neckBaker Mayfield might have moved closer to claiming Tampa Bay’s starting quarterback job without even taking a snap in the Buccaneers’ 13-6 preseason victory over the New York Jets.
Buccaneers QB John Wolford taken to a hospital with a neck injury during preseason game vs. Jets
Read full article: Buccaneers QB John Wolford taken to a hospital with a neck injury during preseason game vs. JetsTampa Bay Buccaneers third-string quarterback John Wolford was taken to a hospital because of a neck injury after being carted from the field after being sacked in a preseason game against the New York Jets on Saturday night.
Baker cooks: Newcomer Mayfield rallies Rams past Vegas 17-16
Read full article: Baker cooks: Newcomer Mayfield rallies Rams past Vegas 17-16Baker Mayfield threw a 23-yard touchdown pass to Van Jefferson with 10 seconds to play to cap a 98-yard drive, and the Los Angeles Rams’ brand-new quarterback led two TD drives late in the fourth quarter of a shocking 17-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Perkins-McCutcheon connection leads Rams over Chargers 29-22
Read full article: Perkins-McCutcheon connection leads Rams over Chargers 29-22Third-string quarterback Bryce Perkins threw a pair of touchdown passes to Lance McCutcheon and the Los Angeles Rams held off the Los Angeles Chargers 29-22 in a preseason game in which most of the starters for both teams did not play.
Chargers edge Rams 13-6 in SoFi's first game with fans
Read full article: Chargers edge Rams 13-6 in SoFi's first game with fansDarius Bradwell rushed for a touchdown in the third quarter and the Los Angeles Chargers beat the Los Angeles Rams 13-6 Saturday night in the first NFL game with fans at SoFi Stadium.
Jared Goff to start for Rams in Green Bay; Wolford inactive
Read full article: Jared Goff to start for Rams in Green Bay; Wolford inactiveThey're in complete accord this week, however: Goff is the best choice to lead the Los Angeles Rams in the playoffs. Goff will start the Rams' postseason game at Green Bay on Saturday, while John Wolford will be inactive one week after incurring a neck injury, McVay announced Thursday. After Goff had surgery on his broken right thumb Dec. 28, Wolford got the Rams' last two starts — even though Goff thought he was ready to play last week. McVay instead decided early in the week that Wolford would start, although he didn't announce his decision until shortly before kickoff. “I was extremely excited to have that chance in a big game up in Seattle,” Wolford said.
McVay: Rams expect Aaron Donald to play vs Packers
Read full article: McVay: Rams expect Aaron Donald to play vs Packers(AP Photo/Scott Eklund)LOS ANGELES – All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald is expected to play for the Rams on Saturday in Green Bay after injuring his ribs in Los Angeles' playoff victory at Seattle. McVay said he doesn't expect to name a starting quarterback this week for the Rams' showdown with the top-seeded Packers (12-4), preferring to wait until game day for the second straight week. Donald left the game and went to the locker room, but eventually returned to watch the Rams' win from the sideline. “We'll be smart with him throughout the week,” McVay said. Rams left guard David Edwards also left with Achilles tendinitis.
Rams get better of division rivals, toppling Seahawks 30-20
Read full article: Rams get better of division rivals, toppling Seahawks 30-20They watched less than two weeks ago as the Seattle Seahawks loudly celebrated a division title the Rams felt they gave away. No team was better at limiting yards or points than the Rams (11-6) and they continued to torment Wilson and the Seahawks (12-5). The victory sent the Rams into next week’s divisional playoff round, likely at top-seeded Green Bay unless Chicago upsets New Orleans. His heart, his passion for the game is special,” Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth said. Seahawks: will head into an offseason filled with questions after winning the division but experiencing another early playoff exit.
The Latest: Rams surge to 30-13 lead over Seahawks in fourth
Read full article: The Latest: Rams surge to 30-13 lead over Seahawks in fourthThe Los Angeles Rams are leading the Seattle Seahawks 23-13 early in the fourth quarter. The Los Angeles Rams have taken a 20-10 halftime lead over the Seahawks in their wild card game at Seattle. Metcalf to cut the Los Angles Rams' lead to 13-10 in the second quarter of their wild card game. The Buffalo Bills are taking a 17-10 lead over Indianapolis into the fourth quarter at Buffalo. Washington won the middling NFC East despite a 7-9 record to earn a home wild card game.
Rodgers leads Pack to top of NFC after draft disappointment
Read full article: Rodgers leads Pack to top of NFC after draft disappointment(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)The NFC playoff field features the usual cast of quarterbacks in Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees and Russell Wilson. Last Lombardi: Super Bowl 45, 31-25 over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Feb. 6, 2011, at Arlington, Texas. Last Lombardi: Super Bowl 48, 43-8 over the Denver Broncos on Feb. 2, 2014, at East Rutherford, N.J. Last year: No. The Bears’ leading tackler left in the first quarter of the Green Bay game with an elbow injury. DBs Buster Skrine, rookie Jaylon Johnson and Deon Bush missed the loss to Green Bay.
LA Rams' top-ranked defense still rolling as playoffs loom
Read full article: LA Rams' top-ranked defense still rolling as playoffs loomHe might find a moment after the Rams (10-6) finish their playoff run, which begins Saturday at Seattle. But Rams fans already appreciate a defense that topped the NFL in several important categories and excelled at nearly everything during a remarkable season. 1 in total yards allowed, yards passing allowed, passing TDs allowed, first downs allowed and points allowed while becoming the Rams' first top-ranked NFL defense in decades. “We're proud of the way we've competed,” Staley said Tuesday as the Rams began preparations for their trip to Seattle. ... LT Andrew Whitworth has a shot to return this week after tearing ligaments in his knee during the Rams' first meeting with Seattle in November.
BK grad Wolford, defense lead Rams past Arizona 18-7, into playoffs
Read full article: BK grad Wolford, defense lead Rams past Arizona 18-7, into playoffsRams quarterback John Wolford, a Bishop Kenny graduate, looks to pass during the fourth quarter as he is pressured by Markus Golden of the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Inglewood, California. It ended with the inexperienced quarterback fearlessly leading the Los Angeles Rams back to the playoffs. Wolford passed for 231 yards and rushed for 56 more, producing many moments of excitement in place of injured Jared Goff. DEFENSIVENESSLos Angeles got a safety in the second quarter when Arizona left guard Justin Pugh held Robinson in the end zone moments after Cam Akers fumbled at the 1. Wolford racked up 47 yards rushing in the first half — more than Goff managed in any game of his five-year career.
Murray returns from ankle injury, can't rally Cardinals
Read full article: Murray returns from ankle injury, can't rally CardinalsLeft tackle Justin Herron left with an ankle injury. — Browns defensive end Olivier Vernon suffered an ankle injury in the fourth quarter. — Lions offensive linemen Halapoulivaati Vaitai and Jonah Jackson left with concussions and defensive tackle Nick Williams injured an ankle vs. Minnesota. — Giants linebacker Blake Martinez left briefly after appearing to injure his left ankle or foot in the third quarter. — Jaguars left tackle Cam Robinson (wrist) and cornerback Greg Martin (hamstring) left the game.
NFL races go down to the wire in AFC South and NFC East
Read full article: NFL races go down to the wire in AFC South and NFC East“We win this game, find a way to win, win the division. He's assured of repeating as NFL rushing champ, the first since Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson in 2006-07. Henry has a career-high 1,777 yards rushing and ran for 212 yards in his most recent game against the Texans. Ezekiel Elliott, despite a mediocre performance in 2020, needs 63 yards rushing for 1,000 this season, his fourth such output in five seasons. Baltimore (10-5) at Cincinnati (4-10-1)During their four-game winning streak, the Ravens have averaged 37 points and 233.3 yards rushing per game.
Cashing in: Rams QB Wolford to make high-profile NFL debut
Read full article: Cashing in: Rams QB Wolford to make high-profile NFL debutFILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 file photo, Los Angeles Rams quarterback John Wolford (9) gestures during an NFL preseason football game against the Denver Broncos in Los Angeles. Wolford will make his NFL debut for the Rams on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 against Arizona after nearly two full seasons as a backup in which he never took a snap. “It's a lot of hard work, and I'm confident in the time I've spent that has gotten me here. “I'm confident in John, but I'm also confident in the other 10 players around him. ... Los Angeles also activated LB Micah Kiser from injured reserve, but he won't play this week, McVay said.
Former Bishop Kenny star John Wolford to make 1st NFL start for Rams
Read full article: Former Bishop Kenny star John Wolford to make 1st NFL start for RamsLANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 11: John Wolford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams warms up before a game against the Washington Football Team at FedExField on October 11, 2020 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)Former Bishop Kenny star John Wolford is set to make his first NFL start on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. Wolford has never played a snap in the NFL, but his coaches and teammates are confident he can step up. In the final game of his high school career, Wolford rewrote the record books in a 74-73 loss to Clay. Current Bishop Kenny head football Coach Tim Krause was the Crusaders’ offensive coordinator then and said that Wolford just didn’t want to lose.
Jax native John Wolford to make 1st NFL start for Rams
Read full article: Jax native John Wolford to make 1st NFL start for RamsBishop Kenny graduate John Wolford of the Los Angeles Rams warms up prior to a team scrimmage at SoFi Stadium on August 29, 2020 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)LOS ANGELES – Jared Goff will miss the Los Angeles Rams’ season finale against the Arizona Cardinals after undergoing surgery on his right thumb. John Wolford, a Bishop Kenny graduate, will take his first NFL snaps as Goff’s replacement when the Rams (9-6) host the Cardinals on Sunday. Los Angeles will clinch a playoff spot with a victory, or if the Chicago Bears lose to Green Bay. Wolford has spent the past two seasons with the Rams after a solid season in the Alliance of American Football.
Former Jaguars QB Blake Bortles headed to Broncos
Read full article: Former Jaguars QB Blake Bortles headed to BroncosJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Former Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles is back in the NFL. According to multiple reports, Bortles is signing a one-year contract with the Denver Broncos. Bortles was a backup with the Rams last season, but wasn’t brought back in 2020 as Los Angeles went with John Wolford as the backup. Bortles was a five-year starter for the Jaguars after being drafted No. He was 24-49 as a starter in Jacksonville and remains another high draft pick whiff of general manager Dave Caldwell.