Advancements in the NFL: From Technology to Player Updates

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Finally the end of the “chain gang”?

The NFL enters the modern era! The league decided to test an optical tracking system to determine the position of the ball.

The technology will be tested during the 2024 preseason matches. If all goes well, the measurement could then be heard at all official meetings.

Otherwise, the referees equipped with posts and chains, nicknamed the « chain gang » will remain in place.

This experiment was decided in March by the owners, without it making any noise until then. Years after the Hawk Eye in tennis or Goal Line technology in football, the NFL is finally preparing to enter the age of technology. It must be said that the constraints, with sometimes several players on the ball and a lot of movement around it, should not facilitate the development of a reliable solution.

Discreet tests had already taken place, notably during Super Bowl 58.

Kirk Cousins ​​is operational (according to Kirk Cousins)

Victim of a torn Achilles tendon during the 2023 season, Kirk Cousins ​​(QB, Falcons) arrived in Atlanta in the middle of rehabilitation. But apparently he will be largely ready for the season.

He would even already be ready if the situation required it.

” I’m readyassured Cousins ​​on the Dan Patrick Show. I’ve been telling everyone for a while that if the Super Bowl was today, I could play. And that goes back some time. When I got here, maybe a week or two into my rehab, I did some drills or said, “Hey, if the Super Bowl was today, I’d play.” » And they seemed to agree. »

Tua Tagovailoa is there, and then no

He’s there ? He is not there ? What is actually happening with Tua Tagovailoa (QB, Dolphins)? Asked at a press conference, Miami coach Mike McDaniel confirmed reports that his quarterback had not fully participated in offseason activities.

“The good news about all of this is that nothing is all black and all whitethe coach told the press. [Tagovailoa] has been there for the offseason activities and he hasn’t been there for the offseason activities. He was both. »

Concretely, Tagovailoa was there on Monday, but not on Tuesday. He went to a golf tournament.

The fault of a contract extension which does not come? The quarterback is entering his final season of his rookie contract, since the franchise exercised its option for a fifth year in the spring of 2023. Negotiations are still underway but McDaniel would not have been invited. This difficulty is in any case “ a good exercise in our relationship during this offseason“, he confided.

Other information, the quarterback would have lost around 5 kilos during the offseason. “ He is slender“, commented his coach.

David Bakhtiari on the road to recovery

Veteran tackle David Bakhtiari has often been bothered by his knee in recent years. But according to NFL Media, the player is on track to return to the field with peace of mind in 2024. The problem is that he has nowhere to play at the moment. He was fired by the Packers in March and his lack of consistency does not work in his favor. Over the last three seasons, the tackle has played only 13 games. It remains to be seen whether the news of his good health will allow him to find a position in the big league.

Organized Team Activities

– Aaron Rodgers (QB, Jets) is back. If he does not seem completely recovered, his coach, Robert Saleh, indicated at a press conference that the quarterback was doing well. Everything suggests that after a blank season, Rodgers will be able to start the 2024 season in great shape. He is currently participating in his team’s OTAs, without any restrictions.

– The Cowboys OTAs will be without Micah Parsons (LB, Cowboys) This year. Just like his friend CeeDee Lamb, the star player would refuse to participate until he obtains a new contract.

– Same story in Tampa Bay. Still waiting for a new contract, Tristan Wirfs (OL, Buccaneers) is not participating in training at the moment.

– Brandon Aiyuk (WR, 49ers) is also one of the players who is not in training while waiting for a new contract. (ESPN)

Injuries

– Hit in the foot, Kyren Williams (RB, Rams) will miss Los Angeles spring practices. Sean McVay assured the press that the injury is not serious and that his rider will be ready for training camp at the end of July. (ESPN)

– Josh Jacobs (RB, Packers) was very limited during Tuesday’s practice. According to The Athletic, he is bothered by pain in his hamstring.

– After showing on social networks that he was preparing, Tank Dell (WR, Texans) was in training on Tuesday, three weeks after being shot at a party in Florida. Dell was quickly released from the hospital after being shot in the leg.

– Cole Strange (OG, Patriots) is expected to miss the start of the 2024 season. NFL Media reports he is dealing with a knee injury.

They are placed on the injured list and will miss at least 4 games:

Transactions

–Jamal Adams (S) doesn’t have a team yet, but he has a touch. On Tuesday, he met with the Ravens. (ESPN)

The main signatures of the day: Jonathan Ward (RB, Steelers), Matt Landers (WR, Browns)

The main cuts of the day: Deon Jackson (RB, Giants)

And bref

– Three hours. This is now the maximum time that coaches will be able to devote to a team during a job interview if their own franchise is still in the playoff race. It was the owners who voted for this measure on Tuesday. In the event of a physical meeting, the location of the interview must be approved by the team which employs the coveted coach.

– THE Bengals announced that they will invest between $100 and $120 million in the renovation of their stadium, Paycor Stadium. The screens, sound, dressing rooms and refreshment areas should in particular benefit from the envelope. For the moment, the Bengals’ lease in Cincinnati is only for three seasons, but this move seems promising for the future.

Jevon Holland (Dolphins) does not regret Vic Fangio

Vic Fangio is one of the most recognized defensive coordinators in the NFL in recent years. But his methods will obviously not be lacking on the Miami side. When asked about Anthony Weaver taking over as defensive coordinator in Fangio’s place, Jevon Holland called the newcomer’s approach “a 180-degree turn.” »

“Just the fact that he’s a good person makes a difference,” the safety even blurted out.

Ambiance.

Belichick’s shadow still looms

He is no longer there, and yet his players remember him. At least, defensive end Keion White. At a press conference, the Patriots player returned to the change in atmosphere in training since the departure of Bill Belichick.

« On n’a plus Bill [Belichick] who curses us on every action… But it’s still very similar. »

The players thought they would have a bit of a break, but Jerod Mayo would be just as demanding. On the other hand, White made it clear that he was not complaining at all about the coaching style of the iconic Patriots coach. In fact, he rather liked it.

“It misses mea dit White. I love Bill. He’s my kind of coach, he’s tough. But Mayo does a great job too. They are different. »

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2024-05-22 06:50:02
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