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Tagged: Greg Olsen (50 Results)

Jan
30

Olsen has TV gig waiting

If Carolina Panthers tight end GREG OLSEN decides to retire from the NFL after 13 seasons, he reportedly has an analyst job waiting for him with Fox Sports. In 2019, OlsenMore worked as a color commentator for a game that fell during the Panthers’ bye week. The 34-year-old Olsen has spent the past nine seasons with the Panthers after entering the league as a first-round draft pick of the Chicago Bears in 2007. Less

Source: Star-Ledger

Dynasty Leagues: Long-term tight end rankings

In November, rankings for dynasty leagues get particularly tricky. You get into trying to weigh guys with some short-term value against younger players with some potential to maybe develop into something in the future. (Or not.)  more »

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Factoid: Tight end matchups

It’s been a good year for playing matchup ball with tight ends. There are a handful of defenses that can’t seem to defend the position, and the points have been flowing.   more »

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Podcast: September 20 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview Week 3 of the NFL regular season, with absurd point spreads, a battle of unstoppable offenses, and somewhat-less-than-marquee players looking for revenge on their former teams. Sponsored by RealTime Fantasy Sports (rtsports.com).  more »

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May
23

Olsen fully cleared, ready to rock

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN confirmed that he is fully cleared for OTAs, adding that he is “ready to rock”. Olsen has been one of the most consistently productive tight endsMore in the NFL, but his past two seasons ended early due to a broken bone in his foot. Olsen’s recent injury troubles could cause fantasy owners to hesitate when it comes to drafting the 34-year-old tight end. Less

Source: Team Website

Dec
3

Veteran TE Olsen suffers foot injury

Carolina Panthers tight end GREG OLSEN left Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay with a foot injury and did not return. Olsen said after the game that he ruptured the plantar fasciaMore in his right foot. Olsen had dealt with foot injuries for the past two seasons and it would appear that his 2018 season is likely over. Less

Source: Charlotte Observer

Oct
13

Olsen looking good for Sunday vs. Washington

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN is officially listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against Washington but Panthers head coach Ron Rivera says he likes Olsen’s chances of playing. Olsen fractured hisMore right foot in Week 1 but has been ahead of schedule in his recovery. He appears to be ready to help his fantasy owners this weekend. Less

Source: NFL.com

Oct
12

Olsen nearing return for Panthers

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN could be back in action for the Panthers as early as this Sunday’s game against Washington. Olsen is recovering after re-fracturing his right foot back inMore Week 1. He practiced fully on Thursday and is expected to have a final evaluation today with the Panthers’ medical staff. Less

Source: Charlotte Observer

Oct
5

Panthers TE Olsen nearing return

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN says that it’s not “out of the question” that he could return next week when the Panthers travel to Washington. Olsen practiced on Thursday for theMore first time since re-fracturing the right foot that cost him nine games last season. If Olsen does return next week, he would have missed just three games. Less

Source: Team Website

Sep
26

TE Olsen recovering nicely from broken foot

Veteran Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN says that he is “way ahead of the curve” in his recovery from a broken right foot. The team did not place Olsen on injuredMore reserve, so it was always expected that he could return this season. It sounds like his return could be sooner than expected for fantasy owners. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Sep
12

Panthers’ injuries piling up

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN re-fractured his right foot in Sunday’s game against Dallas and will likely miss significant time. Olsen is not expected to have surgery and the Panthers areMore hoping to avoid putting him on IR. Starting right tackle DARYL WILLIAMS may not be so lucky. Williams injured his right knee and will likely be headed to IR. Starting left tackle MATT KALIL is currently on IR with a knee injury of his own as the injuries mount. Less

Source: Charlotte Observer

Sep
10

Olsen leaves game with foot injury

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN left the Panther’s season opening game against Dallas with a foot injury late in the first quarter. Olsen was visibly frustrated on the sidelines and was later seen wearing a walking boot on his right foot and using crutches.

Source: Charlotte Observer

NFL Injury Report: Saturday injury report

The four Monday night teams have submitted their injury reports. Nothing too earth-shattering with any of them. But a Pro Bowl tight end is now a question mark.   more »

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Apr
18

Panthers TE Olsen eyeing broadcast future

Carolina tight end GREG OLSEN, 33, says he can play for another three to five years but his contract with the Panthers expires at the end of the 2018 season. InsteadMore of becoming involved in another potential contract dispute with the team, Olsen is believed to be considering options in the broadcast booth after this season. Less

Source: Charlotte Observer

Jan
8

Newton, Olsen, McCaffrey keep Panthers close

Carolina quarterback CAM NEWTON topped 300 yards with 2 passing touchdowns in the Panthers playoff loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Tight end GREG OLSEN and running back CHRISTIAN MCCAFFREY both topped 100 yards receiving and each reached the end zone for touchdowns.

Source: Team Website

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