Tagged: O.J. Howard (40 Results)
Raiders release veteran TE Howard
The Las Vegas Raiders released veteran tight end O.J. HOWARD this week. Howard originally signed with the Raiders as a free agent in March as part of the team’s plan to… More move on without fellow tight end DARREN WALLER. With Howard now out of the picture, the Raiders appear to be set to head into the season with veteran AUSTIN HOOPER and rookie second-round draft pick MICHAEL MAYER. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Raiders add free agent TE Hooper
Another free agent tight end is heading to Las Vegas. The Raiders agreed to terms on a one-year contract with tight end AUSTIN HOOPER on Wednesday. The 28-year-old Hooper originally entered… More the NFL as a third-round pick of the Atlanta Falcons back in 2016. He has since spent time in Atlanta, Cleveland, and Tennessee. Hooper is the second tight end the Raiders have signed this week, following the signing of O.J. HOWARD previously. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Raiders sign veteran TE Howard as possible Waller replacement
The Las Vegas Raiders signed veteran free agent tight end O.J. HOWARD as a possible replacement for fellow veteran tight end DARREN WALLER, who was traded recently to the New York… More Giants. While Howard could earn the starting gig for the Raiders, it would be unrealistic to think he can have the same impact as Waller had (when healthy) in the passing game. Howard is a former first round pick of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Less
Source: Team Blog
Factoid: First-round tight ends
The Raiders signed O.J. Howard the other day, and Ian Rapoport suggested he's a possible replacement for Darren Waller. Unlikely. Howard has never really lived up to his status as a former first-round draft pick, and after tearing his Achilles a couple of years ago, he needs to prove he can even be an asset, let along a No. 1. more »
TE Howard signing with Texans
Veteran tight end O.J. HOWARD is reportedly signing with the Houston Texans. Howard was formerly with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Buffalo Bills but he will now join the Texans for… More the 2022 NFL season. Howard was released by the Bills on Tuesday and appeared to be headed to Cincinnati on Wednesday before finally landing with the Texans on Thursday. Less
Source: NFL.com
Bills release TE Howard, RB Johnson
The Buffalo Bills released veteran tight end O.J. HOWARD and backup running back DUKE JOHNSON on Tuesday to set the roster at the required 53 players. Howard was expected to back… More up starting tight end DAWSON KNOX, but the Bills will now head in a different direction. Johnson is entering his eighth NFL season but has bounced around over the past few years. Less
Source: Buffalo News
Around the NFL: Let's go, Buffalo
Among the flurry of moves made on the first official day of free agency, two that stand out for me were made by the Buffalo Bills. The splashiest one was signing pass rusher Von Miller away from the Rams, while a quieter -- but shrewd, I think -- took O.J. Howard away from Tampa Bay. more »
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Sky is the limit for Bucs TE Howard
Tampa Bay head coach Bruce Arians said this week that “the sky’s the limit” for tight end O.J. HOWARD heading into the 2021 season. After the addition of fellow tight end… More ROB GRONKOWSKI last year, Howard thrived in two tight end sets to start the season. Unfortunately for the Bucs and his fantasy owners, Howard suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in the fourth game of the season. Arians confirmed that Howard’s recovery is going well and that he should be available to participate in offseason field work soon. Less
Source: Team Website
Bucs lose TE Howard to potential season-ending injury
Tampa Bay tight end O.J. HOWARD is expected to miss the remainder of the 2020 season after suffering an Achilles injury in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Head coach… More Bruce Arians said after the game that he believed Howard had ruptured his Achilles and will “probably be done for the season”. Less
Source: Tampa Bay Times
Around the NFL: Bucs tight ends
It's a tricky business, deciding how to rank and draft Tampa Bay tight ends. They've got three really capable players at the position, a new veteran quarterback who might have his own preferences, and a coach with a sketchy recent history of using those players in his offense. more »
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Arians excited to add Gronk to Bucs offense
Tampa Bay head coach Bruce Arians said recently that he envisions his base offense featuring one running back, two wide receivers, and two tight ends. Newcomer ROB GRONKOWSKI will be one… More of those tight ends, but the Bucs also have O.J. HOWARD and CAMORON BRATE as options. Arians said that he expects to find the best matchups each week and adjust his offense accordingly. Less
Source: CBS Boston
Bucs pick up fifth-year option on TE Howard
The Tampa Bay Bucs picked up the fifth-year option on the contract of tight end O.J. HOWARD this week. Howard was recently the subject of trade rumors, but he now appears… More set to remain with the Bucs for the 2020 season. He is believed to be a good fit with new acquisition and fellow tight end ROB GRONKOWSKI as the team continues to surround new quarterback TOM BRADY with weapons. Less
Source: Tampa Bay Times
TE Howard not happy with situation in Tampa
Tampa Bay tight end O.J. HOWARD is reportedly unhappy with his situation with the Bucs now that fellow tight end ROB GRONKOWSKI has joined the team. While many are expecting Howard… More to be traded, the Bucs reportedly plan on keeping him unless they receive an offer that “blows them away”. Howard, meanwhile, will likely see a reduced role on the field at a time he would like to be advancing his career and working toward his second NFL contract. Less
Source: Team Blog
Around the NFL: O.J. on the move?
The Buccaneers could be looking to move O.J. Howard. They’ve had him for three years, and they’ve been unable to get him going. more »
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Bucs TE Howard on the trading block
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reportedly looking to trade tight end O.J. HOWARD, with such a move possible within the next week. The 25-year-old Howard was selected with the 19th overall… More pick int the 2017 NFL Draft but he has never quite lived up to expectations. New quarterback TOM BRADY has certainly had success working with tight ends throughout his career, but it appears that he may not be throwing to Howard in the upcoming season. Less
Source: CBS Sports