Archives for January 17, 2015

‘”He’ll yell. He’ll cuss. He’ll crack jokes. You just don’t know what you’re going to get, but everything you do get is fascinating. You’re going to be entertained and inspired.”‘

‘The Broncos will also be interviewing current Ravens offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak over the weekend and have four other candidates for the opening. Marrone has already interviewed with the Jets, Bears and Falcons. The Jets have filled their head coaching opening, while the Bears are reportedly close to a deal with Fox.’

‘From a culture standpoint, Hackett may be a perfect fit for the Jaguars, who are coached by Gus Bradley, one of the more energetic personalities in the NFL. Despite constant criticism and a struggling offense, Hackett never lost his energy or positive outlook, two traits the Jaguars seem to stress. Hackett and Bradley also coached together in Tampa Bay in 2007.’

‘”He’s not going to embarrass you,” Spiller said. “He’s going to treat you like an NFL player. He’s not going to baby you. He’s not going to treat you like you’re in college. He’s going to treat you like you’re a grown man. He’s going to give you respect.”‘

‘Easley battled back from a major knee procedure following the 2013 season to play the first three games of the 2014 season. He suffered a different knee injury in the team’s week three game against San Diego. Six weeks later, Easley returned in Week 11 against Miami and made a tackle on special teams in his first play back. Regarded as one of the top special teams gunners in the NFL, Easley played in 10 games on the season and finished with 11 tackles on special teams. In 2013, Easley recorded a career-high 23 tackles on special teams. His 34 special teams tackles since 2013 are the second-highest total in the NFL.’