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• December 16, 2019 4:50 PM HKT

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  The Miami Dolphins will face off against the Chicago Bears today as the Dolphins will look to end a two game losing streak at home. The offense lost the team last weeks game against the Cincinnati Bengals Christian Wilkins Miami Dolphins Jerseys , so lets hope that unit can come together today and come away with a victory. The Bears defense is pretty darn good. Their defense is led by Khalil Mack who always seems to make a game changing play and is a force to be reckoned with. So will the Dolphins end their losing streak?You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below.Dolphins vs. Bears: Keep an eye on Ryan Tannehill, Ja'Wuan JamesThis initially looked like one of the more favorable games on the Dolphins’ schedule, but they...Dolphins QuarterbacksLieser: Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill's shoulder injury tests Gase's planThe Dolphins bet everything on Ryan Tannehill at quarterback, and that would’ve been fine whet...Dolphins Offensive LineDolphins cut OT Sam Young, go with Zach Sterup as new backupThe Dolphins are moving on from backup offensive tackle Sam Young, who would have been next in line...Dolphins Defensive LineMiami Dolphins being careful with DE Cameron Wake's knee injuryDolphins defensive end Cameron Wake’s knee injury is thought to be relatively minor, for now,...Phinsider News You May Have MissedThe Splash Zone 10/13/18: Previewing Sunday’s Game Against The Bears - The PhinsiderWelcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.Phinsider Radio: Previewing the upcoming game between the Miami Dolphins and the Chicago Bears - The PhinsiderCan the Miami Dolphins continue their winning ways at home, and break their two-game losing streak vs the red hot Chicago Bears?The Blowhole Episode 3: Revenge Of The Fish - The PhinsiderJames (not me but that other guy named James) and Rob return again this week to discuss your Miami Dolphins along with the usual minutia about anything and everything you can think of. Not sure if...Three under the radar threats on the 2018 Bears defense - The PhinsiderDa Bears!Bears at Dolphins TV schedule, online stream, injury report, odds, and more for Week 6 - The PhinsiderThe Miami Dolphins will be looking to end a two-game losing streak on Sunday when they host the Chicago Bears. After being decimated at the New England Patriots and then collapsing late at the C...Dolphins promote Jamiyus Pittman, release Sam Young - The PhinsiderThe Miami Dolphins have bolstered their defensive line depth, the team announced on Saturday, promoting defensive tackle Jamiyus Pittman from the practice squad. An undrafted free agent from UCF Miami Dolphins Jerseys Stitched ,... The Miami Dolphins used the 13th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft to select defensive tackle Christian Wilkins. A four-year starter at Clemson, Wilkins joins the Dolphins who need pass-rush and..." 2019 Miami Dolphins RookiesReviewing Dolphins draft pick Christian Wilkins with Shakin the South LandNew,9commentsEDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Reviewing Dolphins draft pick Christian Wilkins with Shakin the South LandTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Streeter Lecka/Getty ImagesThe Miami Dolphins used the 13th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft to select defensive tackle Christian Wilkins. A four-year starter at Clemson, Wilkins joins the Dolphins who need pass-rush and run-support assistance all along the defensive line this year and should immediately plug into the starting lineup in South Florida. What are the Dolphins getting in Wilkins?During his four seasons at Clemson, Wilkins played in 55 games, recording 192 tackles, 40.5 tackles for a loss, 16 sacks, 15 passes defensed, two forced fumbles, and four fumble recoveries. He also saw a few snaps on offense at Clemson, carrying the ball four times for 13 yards with two touchdowns and catching two passes for 32 yards with a touchdown. NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein profiled Wilkins pre-Draft, writing of him, “Desired combination of athleticism, production and character with the ability to fit into a stop unit that already has some pieces in place. Wilkins is a slippery, upfield three-technique with the ability to make plays outside his area. He plays with low pads allowing for optimal disruption leverage in the gaps, but he needs to be paired with an attacking front as he lacks the length and strength to hold his ground as a read-and-react tackle. He’s busy and agile as a rusher, which could keep him on the field for more snaps.”To get a better idea of exactly what Miami is getting in this “slipper Christian Wilkins black jersey , up-field three-technique,” I turned to the SB Nation Clemson site, Shakin the South Land, getting a chance to talk to ColbyL about Miami’s rookie. He was kind enough to answer some of my questions about Wilkins - including starting off the discussion with some fun instead of being strictly serious.The Dolphins added a big-bodied running back in the first round, someone who found the endzone on literally half his collegiate carries and half his receptions. Can Wilkins continue to have that kind of offensive success in the NFL?Absolutely. His solid catching out of the backfield coupled with his athleticism makes him a dynamic threat who can hurt you in a lot of different ways. I guess Wilkins also played on defense. His draft profiles seem to favor him as a three-technique, working the gap between the guard and tackle. Wilkins was not limited to that kind of role in college, playing just about everywhere for Clemson. Can the Dolphins use that versatility at the NFL level, or should we expect to see him playing his best in a 4-3 style, 3-gap role?He definitely fits the mold best as a 4-3, 3-gap DT in standard packages. But he’s also athletic enough to play on the edge, especially in special sub packages that only use two-down linemen. By the same token, he can also play outside edge rusher in a standard 4-3 should injury concerns arise. He played outside defensive end for a large portion of 2017 when Clemson had depth concerns due to injury. While good against the run, Wilkins is at his best when he’s rushing the passer from his interior DT spot. He’s also rangy and athletic enough to play in space and has the flexibility (see post-2016 national championship game) and bend you want from a lineman. Because it seems like everyone has to mention it, Wilkins is incredible off the field as well. Between working as a substitute teacher to earning his undergraduate degree in 2-1/2 years and finishing his Master’s degree a year later, between volunteering for Habitat for Humanity to participating in fundraising to fight cancer, Wilkins is a high-character man coming to play football in South Florida. What can you tell us about his time in Clemson and what he has meant to the team, the school, and the community?Outside of probably Deshaun Watson Christian Wilkins Jersey Mens , Wilkins is arguably the biggest culture-changing player to arrive on Clemson’s campus. Dabo Swinney joked he could either be Michael Strahan (a dominant, decorated NFL career followed by becoming a famous media personality) or president of the United States. His fun personality on and off the field touched so much of the Clemson community. He was a part of the vaunted “Power Rangers” defensive line, and he injected this sense of pride and culture into the program that Dabo Swinney has cultivated. To the school, he displayed the model professionalism you want your players to have. Whether it was to fans, media, coaches, or teammates, Wilkins always said the right things and led by example. His personality is very much like a Michael Strahan in terms of his overall presence, from his charming smile to the way he performed on the field. He has the potential to be a face of the franchise any NFL team covets. I know some Dolphins fans know the story behind why Wilkins wore number 42 in college, but many may not. Can you break that down for us?Wilkins wears 42 in dedication to his late grandfather Eurie Stamps, Sr., who was born in 1942. He was killed in 2011 when a SWAT team member’s rifle discharged and shot him. SWAT had invaded his apartment looking for his stepson, who had been suspected of selling drugs from the apartment alongside two of his other associates. Stamps had no criminal history and became an unfortunate victim as a result. He was a big part of Wilkins’ life, who was often told he was just like him. Since then, Wilkins states that he does his best to embody his grandfather in what he does as a player on and off the field. There have been some great features about it within the past couple of years.As great as Wilkins seems to be, he is not perfect. Where are his weaknesses? If there is something, it’s that he’s not going to beat you with straight a bull rush, as he doesn’t possess that kind of elite level strength. Unlike his counterpart Dexter Lawrence Miami Dolphins Jersey 2019 , who relies largely on his strength, size, and power, Wilkins relies much more on his fluid athleticism and quickness. He wasn’t one to continually split double teams in college largely due to needing to improve his overall play strength. While not considered undersized like Aaron Donald, Wilkins isn’t exactly lauded for his exceptional length either, which could play a factor going against linemen with long arms who can’t be beaten by just speed and athleticism. There were also times when he struggled against more zone blocking schemes, particularly when he would sometimes get too deep on runs and overrun plays that left lanes open behind him. His hand usage still needs work as well, though it’s an area he has flashed in at times. This will be a big area to watch for him since he doesn’t possess exceptional length. Smart player, but mental recognition and hand usage need to continue becoming more consistent.Assuming Wilkins is starting in Week 1, what do you think is the outlook for Wilkins as a rookie? For his career?As a rookie, I think a 40-50 tackle, 4-5 sack season is within reach, as is being named to the NFL all-rookie team. He can easily post a 10-year career as a quality interior lineman able to play in any scheme, though long-term his best fit should be as a 3-technique to get the most out of his skillset.  
• December 16, 2019 3:40 PM HKT

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  As the Tyreek Hill situation continues to create troubling headlines for the Chiefs Juan Thornhill Kansas City Chiefs Jerseys , the team’s newest arrival brings baggage that is destined to add to the team’s overall collection of P.R. headaches.Defensive end Frank Clark entered the league four years ago under a cloud of controversy following a domestic violence allegation that resulted in a guilty plea for disorderly conduct, despite evidence suggesting that violence occurred and a dispute on that point between police and prosecutors.(It wasn’t Clark’s first brush with the law; in 2012, he pleaded guilty to second-degree felony home invasion.)Two years ago, Clark bristled at the mention of this past charge, chastising the female reporter who dared to point out a historical fact with this message on Twitter: “People like you don’t have long careers in your field. I have a job for you cleaning my fish tanks when that lil job is ova.”Clark followed the hostile tweet with a perfunctory apology to “anyone who felt offended.” He then “liked” tweets from fans who supported him and/or attacked the reporter, before apologizing again.Now, Clark plays for the team that employed Kareem Hunt, and that still employs Tyreek Hill. Clark has received a gigantic contract as part of the deal that resulted in Kansas City sending a first-round pick and a second-round pick to Seattle Kansas City Chiefs Jerseys Stitched , which means that the Chiefs have explored the situation and that they have no concerns about giving up so much to get a great player.The fact that he’s a great player helps. It usually does. However, that didn’t save Hunt — and it make not save Hill. Clark, however, surely has a clean slate; the question is whether the team will put up with any off-field issues. The draft picks surrendered and the cash invested suggests that he may be operating on something other than a zero-tolerance arrangement. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Defensive tackle Chris Jones chose to skip the beginning of the Kansas City Chiefs‘ mandatory three-day minicamp Tuesday, the latest step in the growing discord over his looming contract situation.Jones is hoping to parlay the finest season of his career into a massive payday as he enters the final year of his rookie contract. But with negotiations seemingly going nowhere, the affable 24-year-old defensive tackle opted not to participate in the Chiefs’ voluntary workouts.Now that they are mandatory, Jones is risking a fine for being absent this week.Chiefs coach Andy Reid is planning to speak with reporters only on Thursday Kansas City Chiefs Jerseys 2019 , when the minicamp wraps up. But his viewpoint is unlikely to have changed from a couple of weeks ago, when he said: “We just go. If you’re here, you get better. If you’re not, you don’t.”It’s hard to imagine Jones being a whole lot better than last season.He appeared in all 16 games and had career highs in just about every meaningful category: 40 total tackles, 29 quarterback hits, 19 tackles for loss and a whopping 15 1/2 sacks.That last number was the most important for a team that desperately needed any pressure it could generate on the quarterback. The Chiefs had arguably the league’s best offense, anchored by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, but they also had perhaps the league’s worst defense.It was that unit that failed miserably in the playoffs Juan Thornhill black jersey , when the Chiefs were unable to stop Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in their overtime loss in the AFC championship game.The Chiefs made major moves to address the defense this offseason, firing coordinator Bob Sutton and hiring Steve Spagnuolo as his replacement. They also jettisoned longtime stalwarts such as Eric Berry and Justin Houston, brought in big names Frank Clark and Tyrann Mathieu, and began the difficult task of changing from a 3-4 system to a 4-3 defensive set.And while Jones’ unique set of abilities should allow him to flourish no matter the system, there is still a learning curve that takes place, and participating in the offseason program would be helpful.“We don’t really talk about it,” said Chiefs cornerback Kendall Fuller, when asked about Jones’ absence. “We just focus on our position groups. We mow our own lawn.”To be sure Juan Thornhill Jersey Mens , the guys who showed up at minicamp Tuesday have enough to mow.The Chiefs have a handful of newcomers on offense, including wide receiver Mecole Hardman, their top draft pick. They also are working around missing wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who was suspended from all team activities while the NFL investigates his domestic violence situation.It is likely that Hill will miss at least part of the season.But the bulk of the pressure facing the Chiefs is centered on the defense. Clark and Mathieu are among a dozen newcomers who will be counted on to shore up the sieve-like unit this season, and minicamp is the last chance to work together before training camp in late July.“It’s a long process,” Spagnuolo said. “What I look for right now is building a foundation. I’ve talked extensively with the guys about that. It’s been all about building a foundation of fundamentals.“That goes to communication and to believing in the system,” he added. “I’ve talked extensively about mastering the things that take very little talent. It doesn’t take a lot of talent to communicate or to call out an under route or get aligned. Those little things we need to get taken care of, otherwise it creates holes and then we have problems. So I’m more focused on that.”The rest of the guys? Forgive them for letting their focus wander just a bit Bashaud Breeland Jersey , especially given how close the Chiefs came to returning to the Super Bowl for the first time in nearly five decades.“We can be really good. If you’re talking about No. 1 in the league across all of the boards, I feel like that’s the potential we have,” Clark said. “This is a hard league, every game is hard. You think we are going to have the same things happen as last year? No, it’s going to be a little different. You want more success than just runner-up, but you just have to work. It’s a work atmosphere here. I’m just thankful to be a part of it.”100View Gallery Gallery:View from the sidelines: NFL cheerleaders 2018Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports | Raj Mehta  
• December 16, 2019 2:54 PM HKT

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  The Patriots have said goodbye to a few tight ends this offseason and Jacob Hollister‘s departure didn’t draw the most headlines Sony Michel Jerseys 2019 , but he may be in position to have a pretty big impact on the 2019 season for the Seahawks.Seattle sent a conditional 2020 seventh-round pick to the Patriots in order to acquire Hollister, who played in 23 games for New England over the last two seasons. Hollister caught eight passes for 94 yards in those outings, but could far surpass those numbers if he continues making a good impression on the team.Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer praised Hollister last week and compared some of his ability as a pass-catcher to wide receiver Tyler Lockett.“Terrific acquisition, he has had a great camp,” Schottenheimer said, via the team’s website. “The speed element is awesome, really good route-runner. A lot like Tyler in terms of the instincts, just the ability to get open. He has a great feel for coverages, man and zone, things like that. . . . He has been a great acquisition Byron Cowart Jersey Boys , he really has.”There’s not much between Hollister and a continued role in the offense come the regular season. Will Dissly is returning from a torn patellar tendon, which has left Ed Dickson and Nick Vannett as the experienced tight ends on the roster this offseason. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The rivalry between Robert Kraft’s New England Patriots and the Miami Dolphins appears tame compared to the heated contempt expressed between Florida prosecutors and Kraft’s defense attorneys in his misdemeanor prostitution solicitation case.One day after prosecutors accused attorneys Alex Spiro and William Burck of lying in court, the duo fired back in court documents Wednesday, calling the accusation “scurrilous” and “baseless.” Prosecutors Judith Arco, Greg Kridos and Craig Williams want Judge Leonard Hanser to find the pair in contempt of court; Burck and Spiro want the prosecutors sanctioned.“The prosecutors have now gone beyond trampling the rights of Mr. Kraft and into sullying the reputations of defense counsel,” Spiro and Burck wrote. The only explanation for the allegations, they said, is the prosecution’s “bad-faith efforts to distract from its own misconduct and from fatal defects in its case.”The Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office declined comment. TV cameras did catch Arco last week using an obscenity under her breath to describe Spiro. That happened during a hearing over a request from Kraft’s attorneys to suppress video secretly recorded by Jupiter police. The video allegedly shows Kraft twice paying for sex at the Orchids of Asia Day Spa in January.Kraft, 77 and worth $6 billion White Duke Dawson Jerseys , is one of 25 men charged with paying between about $50 and $100 for sex at the spa. The owner and some employees have been charged with felonies. Kraft has pleaded not guilty but issued a public apology for his actions.Neither the attorneys for the prosecution nor those for the defense typically handle second-degree misdemeanors at this stage of their careers. Arco, Kridos and Williams usually handle major felony prosecutions. Burck represented former White House Counsel Don McGahn during special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation. Spiro represents Jay-Z, Mick Jagger and other celebrities in various matters.The current fight is mostly over Spiro’s questioning, during the suppression hearing, of Jupiter patrol officer Scott Kimbark, who pulled over Kraft’s chauffer after one of the spa visits to uncover his passenger’s identity.As part of their undercover operation, Jupiter detectives watched live video of customers inside the spa. If they saw a customer have sex with an employee, they would relay that information to officers in the parking lot and nearby. They would follow the customer until he allegedly committed a traffic violation and then stop him, getting his identification so he could be charged later with soliciting a prostitute. The customers were not told at the time that they had been seen inside the spa.Spiro asked Kimbark whether he had told other officers that to justify pulling over a customer who left shortly before Kraft he would “make some (expletive) up.” Kimbark said he didn’t remember saying that and didn’t think he would. Spiro asked that question or a variation of it three more times.Prosecutors said Spiro knew Kimbark never used that language or said he would concoct a reason to stop the driver. They said the traffic stop was legitimate, but that in order to preserve the integrity of their undercover operation Duke Dawson Jerseys 2019 , Kimbark said he would disguise where the infraction happened if asked. They said Spiro and Burck sullied Kimbark’s reputation by implying he would lie to justify a stop.Spiro and Burck wrote in Wednesday’s rebuttal that Spiro’s questions accurately reflected Kimbark’s actions and were based on the recollections of the other customer’s attorney, who had seen the officer’s body camera video.Prosecutors also accused Spiro of trying to intimidate Kimbark during a lunch break, allegedly telling the officer he had video of Kimbark saying “stupid” things. Spiro and Burck wrote that Arco and other police officers witnessed Spiro’s conversation with Kimbark, but no one raised any objections to Hanser that day.“Far from being threatening in tone, the atmosphere in the hallway was amiable and light hearted … to the point that Officer Kimbark even joked he would like to have a job working for the defense,” the pair wrote.Hanser has not yet decided whether he will suppress the video. No matter how he decides, his ruling will likely be appealed.  
• December 16, 2019 1:53 PM HKT

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  The Texans began the day with a number of injuries to starters. They have more now.Houston trails the Raiders 14-10 and saw pass rusher J.J. Watt and cornerback Lonnie Johnson leave for the locker room early.Watt injured his shoulder after tackling Josh Jacobs for a 6-yard loss late in the second half. The Texans list him as questionable to return.Two plays later Bo Jackson Jersey White , Johnson headed inside to be evaluated for a concussion. The Texans are running out of players in the secondary. They began the day without cornerback Bradley Roby (hamstring), cornerback Johnathan Joseph (hamstring/neck) and safety Tashaun Gipson Sr. (back/hamstring).Derek Carr has taken advantage, going 10-of-18 for 148 yards and two touchdowns. He threw a short pass to Hunter Renfrow, who took it 65 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter, and found Darren Waller for an 8-yard touchdown in the second quarter.The Texans scored on a 12-yard pass from Deshaun Watson to Duke Johnson and a 33-yard field goal from Ka'imi Fairbairn.The Raiders have two sacks of Watson and have harassed him all game. He is 13-of-21 for 123 yards and a touchdown. LONDON (AP) — The Oakland Raiders and Chicago Bears are taking vastly different approaches to their trip to London.The Raiders spent the entire week here after flying straight from Indianapolis following last week’s game. They held three practices just like they would back home, got some opportunities to take in some sights, like a soccer game, and did plenty of bonding while acclimating to a new time zone and environment.“It’s been wonderful,” Raiders coach Jon Gruden said Friday. “We’ve had a great acclimation here to the time zone. The hotel setup is great, the practice field is sensational and we’re not going to have any negative impact on our performance because of the time zone. We’ll be ready to go.”Gruden opted for this approach after choosing to spend most of the week back home in the Bay Area last year before arriving on Friday and losing 27-3 to Seattle in London.For the Bears, the game on Sunday is like a business trip. They arrived from Chicago on Friday morning, held a practice at a rugby field in the afternoon and then tried to rest up before playing their game. Coach Matt Nagy opted for that approach after having done it the same as an assistant for Kansas City in 2015 when the Chiefs beat the Lions 45-10.“It wasn’t too bad,” receiver Allen Robinson said. “Once you got out there and got the blood going a little bit, it wasn’t too bad. I thought we had a really crisp practice today, not just for getting off the plane but in general. We looked sharp today. I don’t envision any jet lag on Sunday.”Not that an early arrival guarantees any success. The Raiders went straight to London from the East Coast in 2014, getting a full practice week here and time to acclimate. They ended up losing 38-14 to Miami and coach Dennis Allen was fired soon after they arrived home.But they still decided spending more time would be the better approach this year.“Certainly, we thought it would be an advantage for us,” said offensive coordinator Greg Olson, who is coaching his eighth game in London. “We had a chance to come last year, we came over on a Thursday and we just didn’t feel like our players were rested enough https://www.raiderslockerroom.com/authentic-derek-carr-jersey , so we decided to make a change this year in the schedule and that’s the reason why we decided to come Sunday, but I feel like right now our players had a good practice. They were full of energy, they looked rested, so we’re counting on the fact that we came here Sunday to give us a little bit of an advantage.”The extra time allowed some of the players to check out Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Tuesday for a Champions League game against Bayern Munich.Quarterback Derek Carr got to see the stadium where he will play, got to sit in the chairman’s suite and even had tea at halftime in an experience far different from what he is used to back home.But the biggest benefit comes in the extra rest.“I definitely feel better, that’s for sure,” he said. “My body feels better, I know our team feels better. Having that day off when you first get here and then having another day off after that to rest and get right and eat, get your metabolism going back the right way and things like that. As a family man I hate it, if I’m going to be honest, but as a quarterback I love it. So, I think coming the whole week is a good move.”The Bears took the opposite approach, staying in Chicago after last week’s home game against Minnesota to get a couple of practices in at their facility before leaving Thursday.Star edge rusher Khalil Mack said he’d wait to do sightseeing until coming back on vacation. His focus is on playing his former team for the first time.“People could put us in Australia, China, whatever,” he said. “The Chicago Bears will be ready to play ball on Sunday.”NOTES: DE Clelin Ferrell (concussion) and WR Tyrell Williams (foot) have not practiced all week for the Raiders and are questionable. … WR Dwayne Harris (ankle), receiver J.J. Nelson (knee), and G Richie Incognito (back) are also listed as questionable for Oakland. … Bears DL Akiem Hicks (right knee) will be a game-time decision. … QB Mitchell Trubisky (shoulder), WR Taylor Gabriel (concussion) and G Ted Larsen have all been ruled out for Chicago.  
• December 16, 2019 11:04 AM HKT

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  The Houston Texans officially have acquired running back Duke Johnson from the Browns. Next comes figuring out how he’ll help the team.“We have a vision for how we want to use him Lamar Miller Jersey , we’re excited about it, we’ve got to get him rehabbed,” coach Bill O’Brien told reporters on Saturday. “He hasn’t missed any games in the past, I think, three years. Played 16-game seasons, been very productive, has played on special teams. We just have to get him out on a field and try to start seeing him within the vision that we have for him.”Johnson Arian Foster Jersey , through four seasons in the NFL, has yet to miss a game. Although O’Brien didn’t specify the vision for Johnson, the Texans see him as a player who has great versatility.“Duke’s a first-, second-, third-down running back, he’s played on special teams,” O’Brien said. “Good in the running game Andre Johnson Jersey , good in the passing game, good professional. Really excited to have him on board and just really look forward to working with him.”O’Brien explained that Johnson had been on Houston’s radar screen for a while, and that the organization did its due diligence.“A lot of people spoke very highly of him, including some people here,” O’Brien said. “Andre Johnson knows him from down in Miami, and Lamar Miller.”Johnson could potentially supplant Miller, especially since Miller has one year left on his contract and Johnson arrives with a deal that lasts through 2021. His $1.8 million salary for 2019 doubles in 2020; the Texans will need to believe based on what happens this year that they’ll get that kind of value out of him next year. The crew discusses which six AFC teams will play January football." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesBattle Red Blog homepageHorizontal - WhiteBattle Red Bloga Houston Texans communityFollow Battle Red Blog online:Follow Battle Red Blog on TwitterFollow Battle Red Blog on FacebookLog in or sign upLog InSign UpSite searchSearchSearchBattle Red Blog main menuFanpostsFanshotsTexansOddsAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 321 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Texans StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Texans NewsYahoo Texans Team PageYahoo Texans ReportYahoo Texans Depth ChartYahoo Texans TransactionsYahoo Texans PhotosOdds About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕BRB Groupthink: AFC Playoff TeamsNew Jose Altuve Jersey ,7commentsThe crew discusses which six AFC teams will play January football.CDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:BRB Groupthink: AFC Playoff TeamsTwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Mark Brown/Getty ImagesWith training camp and preseason football right around the corner, it is getting time to make some predictions. The BRB staff wanted to get some of theirs out before most of the national television talking heads clog up the sports news cycle with theirs. Don’t worry, none of us are going to go for shock value and summon our inner Skip Bayless for this.Jeremy Brener:Bigfatdrunk:Kenneth Levy:Capt Ron:Matt Weston:Matt Burnham:We won’t take these predictions to the bank just yet. There is a lot that needs to happen before opening Sunday. But these are our early gut feelings. Which one of us seems the most off-base?