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Tue, 08 Nov 2005 17:10:04 -0800
ESPN.com reports the Chicago Bears have waived FB Marc Edwards.
Sun, 06 Nov 2005 06:39:54 -0800
Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the Chicago Bears activated FB Bryan Johnson to the 53-man roster from the PUP list, a little more than 10 months after he underwent surgery on his right foot. Johnson gives the Bears a backup to FB Marc Edwards, though Johnson would figure to take over as the starter before the season is over.
Tue, 25 Oct 2005 20:47:42 -0700
K.C. Johnson, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith said FB Marc Edwards would remain the starting fullback no matter the decisions on FBs Jason McKie and Bryan Johnson, who will practice this week after being on the physically unable to perform list since the start of the season.
Thu, 25 Aug 2005 11:39:32 -0700
Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears FB Marc Edwards will start for the team at their Sept. 11th regular season opener as FB Bryan Johnson (foot) remains injured.
Thu, 28 Jul 2005 19:31:23 -0700
Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears FB Marc Edwards (hamstring) returned to practice Thursday, July 28.
Wed, 27 Jul 2005 20:30:47 -0700
Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears FB Marc Edwards (hamstring) sat out both practices Wednesday, July 27.
Wed, 27 Jul 2005 05:48:34 -0700
Gene Chamberlain, of the Courier News, reports the Chicago Bears planned to hold FB Marc Edwards (hamstring) out of practice Tuesday, July 26, but rain washed out the practice. Edwards is hoping for a quick recovery from a hamstring injury suffered at practice Monday, July 25. He has reached a stage in his career where he realizes he can't afford to be hurt for long. "This is the first time I've really had to go out and make the team whereas every other year I felt 100 percent sure I was going to be on the roster," said Edwards. "It shouldn't be anything too serious," Edwards said of his injury during an interview Tuesday, July 26. "I got kicked in the hammy yesterday. It's no big deal."
Mon, 25 Jul 2005 21:41:58 -0700
John Mullin, of the Chicago Tribune, reports newly signed Chicago Bears FB Marc Edwards (hamstring) tweaked his hamstring at practice Monday, July 25. Edwards did not require assistance, but the team is being careful with injuries.
Sat, 23 Jul 2005 17:37:10 -0700
Updating previous reports, ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports the one-year contract signed by FB Marc Edwards with the Chicago Bears is believed to be for the minimum base salary of $665,000.
Sat, 23 Jul 2005 17:24:54 -0700
Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports FB Marc Edwards passed his physical and signed his one-year contract with the team Saturday, July 23. Edwards bolsters a position depleted by injuries to starting FB Bryan Johnson (foot) and backup FB Jason McKie (pectoral).
Fri, 22 Jul 2005 21:22:21 -0700
Updating a previous report, according to Larry Mayer of ChicagoBears.com, the one-year contract agreement between the Chicago Bears and FB Marc Edwards is contingent on Edwards passing a physical examination.
Fri, 22 Jul 2005 14:58:52 -0700
ESPN.com reports the Chicago Bears have signed free agent FB Marc Edwards (Jaguars) to a one-year contract.
Thu, 03 Mar 2005 14:54:13 -0800
USAToday.com reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have released FB Marc Edwards.
Sun, 05 Dec 2004 17:10:28 -0800
The Jacksonville Jaguars have declared C Brett Romberg, CB Chris Thompson, CB David Richardson, TE George Wrighster, RB LaBrandon Toefield, FB Marc Edwards, QB Quinn Gray inactive for Week 13.
Sun, 28 Nov 2004 09:14:18 -0800
The Jacksonville Jaguars have declared C Brett Romberg, CB Chris Thompson, CB David Richardson, DL Elton Patterson, TE George Wrighster, LB Jimmy McClain, FB Marc Edwards, QB Quinn Gray inactive for Week 12.
Sun, 03 Oct 2004 09:25:00 -0700
The Jacksonville Jaguars have declared DL Brandon Green, FB Chris Fuamatu-Ma'afala, CB Chris Thompson, WR Cortez Hankton, CB David Richardson, TE Kyle Brady, FB Marc Edwards, QB Quinn Gray inactive for Week 4.
Sun, 03 Oct 2004 09:10:15 -0700
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Greg Jones will start at fullback in the Week 4 game against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Oct. 3, replacing injured FB Marc Edwards (knee).
Wed, 25 Aug 2004 10:11:04 -0700
Bart Hubbuch, of the Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars FB Marc Edwards (knee) has been wearing a large brace on his left knee. Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio said he is hopeful that Edwards will return to practice during the week of Aug. 30-Sept. 5.
Fri, 20 Aug 2004 20:25:09 -0700
Jacksonville Jaguars FB Marc Edwards (knee) left the team's preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a knee sprain, according to Vic Ketchman of Jaguars.com.
Sun, 06 Apr 2003 07:50:14 -0700
Bart Hubbuch, of the Florida Times-Union, reports new Jacksonville Jaguars offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave uses the fullback as more than a blocker. As a result, free agent signee Marc Edwards is expected to get an occasional short-yardage carry and be a receiver out of the backfield.
Sat, 15 Mar 2003 12:55:59 -0800
Updating previous reports, Jaguars.com reports the breakdown of FB Marc Edwards' contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars is: it's a three-year, $3 million contract that includes an $875,000 signing bonus and salaries of $530,000 in 2003, $750,000 in 2004 and $845,000 in 2005.
Sat, 15 Mar 2003 10:18:29 -0800
The Jacksonville Jaguars have announced the official signing of FB Marc Edwards (Patriots) to an undisclosed deal.
Fri, 14 Mar 2003 19:20:20 -0800
ESPN.com’s Len Pasquarelli reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to terms on a three-year deal with unrestricted free agent FB Marc Edwards (Patriots). He’ll sign a three-year deal worth $3 million and includes an $875,000 signing bonus.
Thu, 13 Mar 2003 06:07:08 -0800
The Florida Times-Union reports free agent FB Marc Edwards (Patriots) will visit with the Jacksonville Jaguars starting Thursday evening.
Mon, 03 Mar 2003 01:36:39 -0800
Bengals.com reports the Cincinnati Bengals have called the agent for free agent FB Marc Edwards (Patriots), but no visit has been set up.
Sun, 16 Feb 2003 10:32:24 -0800
The Boston Globe reports the New England Patriots will most likely not try to re-sign FB Marc Edwards. He has not received a contract proposal since mid-season, but rejected that offer. Edwards is looking to be paid among the elite FBs in the league, which would pay him close to $1.2 million to $1.6 million per year. The Patriots are unlikely to offer him that much money.
Sun, 19 May 2002 09:55:34 -0700
Michael Felger, of the Boston Herald, reports for the Sporting News New England Patriots RB Patrick Pass continues to excel as he makes the transition to fullback on a full-time basis. Continued improvement would signal Pass could eventually be ready to take over from current starter Marc Edwards. Pass is quickly rounding into the fullback the team craves, one with a strong all-around game. The fullback needs to block and pass-catch well. Pass' soft hands and strong receiving skills make him a factor in the passing game and his straight-ahead running style makes him a viable option up the middle.
Sat, 02 Feb 2002 20:50:55 -0800
The Houston Chronicle reports if you are interested in picking who will score the first TD of tomorrow's Super Bowl, here's the current odds: RB Marshall Faulk 7-2; WR Torry Holt 7-1; RB Antowain Smith 7-1; WR Isaac Bruce 7-1; WR Troy Brown 7-1; WR David Patten 10-1; TE Ernie Conwell 13-1; FB Marc Edwards 14-1; WR Az Zahir Hakim 15-1; TE Jermaine Wiggins 15-1; WR Ricky Proehl 16-1; RB Kevin Faulk 19-1; RB J.R. Redmond 22-1; RB Trung Canidate 24-1; QB Kurt Warner 31-1; Field (all other players) 4-1.
Tue, 29 Jan 2002 20:07:24 -0800
Jay Glazer reports for SportsLine.com New England Patriots offensive coordinator Charlie Weis will reportedly be available to other teams after January 31, when his current contract expires. "Just like some of the other guys like Roman Phifer and Bryan Cox who are free agents after the year, it's the same thing with him," said FB Marc Edwards. The team will push hard to re-sign Weis. The team elected to wait to re-sign him, and as a result he will be free to interview as early as next week. As previously reported, Carolina's new coach John Fox will reportedly pursue Weis to be his offensive coordinator.
Fri, 28 Dec 2001 11:09:34 -0800
Jay Glazer reports for SportsLine.com Miami Dolphins DE Lorenzo Bromell has been fined $5,000 by the NFL for spitting at a Patriot player during their game last Saturday. Field judge Duke Caroll flagged Bromell for spitting at Patriots FB Marc Edwards.
Mon, 24 Sep 2001 11:06:58 -0700
The Providence Journal reports head coach Bill Belichick stating the team had four turnovers when the team was in scoring position that contributed to their loss with two each coming from FB Marc Edwards and QB Drew Bledsoe. Three of them were inside the Jets ten-yard line. The team has struggled to finish off drives and WR Troy Brown notes that as well and feels the offense is clicking but the team simply needs to get it's act together.
Sun, 26 Aug 2001 00:14:48 -0700
Michael Felger reports for the Boston Herald New England Patriots RB Antowain Smith was held to six carries for minus-1 yard against a stingy Tampa Bay defense. RB J.R. Redmond had three carries for five yards. FB Marc Edwards had four carries for 22 yards.
Wed, 22 Aug 2001 21:19:08 -0700
Michael Felger reports for the Boston Herald New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said that neither J.R. Redmond nor Antowain Smith had separated himself in the running back race. RB Robert Edwards (groin) remained out of practice. The coach sounds more and more like he's leaning toward going with a running back-by-committee setup. That scenario includes RB Kevin Faulk as a third-down back and FBs Marc Edwards and Patrick Pass involved in both the passing and running games.
Tue, 21 Aug 2001 14:47:44 -0700
Patriots.com reports the New England Patriots released FB Jeff Paulk on Tuesday. He was behind Marc Edwards and Patrick Pass on the team's depth chart.
Fri, 06 Apr 2001 01:23:39 -0700
The Providence Journal reports New England Patriots FB Marc Edwards is ready to take over as the team's starting fullback. The chance to be a starter was a main reason he signed with New England. "They told me they are looking for offensive weapons to help Drew Bledsoe," Edwards said. "They are looking for more versatility from their players." Charlie Weis, New England's offensive coordinator, has told Edwards to be ready to work as a blocker, pass receiver and even a ball carrier. The offensive plan Weis is putting in place reminds Edwards of the West Coast offense the 49ers used in his years there. In the two weeks Edwards has been around his new teammates, he has been nothing but impressed. Edwards feels he is ready to block, run or catch the ball, as needed. Blocking is one area where he has improved.
Sun, 25 Mar 2001 10:27:26 -0800
The Boston Globe reports after signing DL Anthony Pleasant, there was talk the Patriots would also add his friend, former Jets DL Ernie Logan. Logan is visiting Dallas this week, and Miami appears to have some interest as well. The team made an offer to DT Ted Washington, but at $2 million per season, agent Angelo Wright said it was too low. Wright reportedly may be on the verge of a $3 millions per season deal in Chicago. Before signing free agent FB Marc Edwards, the Patriots had made inquiries about bringing back Sam Gash.
Tue, 20 Mar 2001 01:25:15 -0800
The Boston Herald reports when free agent FB Marc Edwards signed his two-year contract with the New England Patriots on Monday he was introduced to the local media as "the Patriots' starting fullback." RB Robert Edwards his working as hard as he can in his rehab and if he makes it all the way back the Patriots could have an all Edwards backfield. The signing of Edwards is expected to end the Patriots pursuit of Giants free agent FB Greg Comella. CB Kato Serwanga, who re-signed on Monday, will remain with the team for the three-month workout sessions that start next week rather than going to NFL Europe. The Herald reports only the filing of his paperwork to the league office is preventing the previously reported signing of OL Joe Panos from being publicly announced.
Mon, 19 Mar 2001 19:54:59 -0800
Updating a previously reported story, ESPN reports the contract agreed to by FB Marc Edwards with the New England Patriots is valued at $1.35 million and includes a $350,000 signing bonus.
Mon, 19 Mar 2001 19:47:50 -0800
According to their official site, the New England Patriots have signed free agent FB Marc Edwards (Browns). Edwards said he heard from offensive coordinator Charlie Weis on the first day of free agency. Although he had immediate interest things picked up last week. "I figured this was the best place for a fullback to be," Edwards said. The Patriots also re-signed exclusive-rights free agent CB Kato Serwanga. Updating some earlier stories, the team would only say they are close to a deal with OL Joe Panos, but no move has been made official by the organization - at this point.
Wed, 28 Feb 2001 10:22:16 -0800
The Beacon Journal reports it looks like the Browns three key free agents FB Marc Edwards, DT Stalin Colinet and WR David Patten will hit the open market on Friday. Following up on last night's report, free agent RB Charlie Garner has informed his agent that the Browns are high on his list of teams. "If we get to free agency on Friday, the Cleveland Browns are a team I will try to talk to," agent Scott Crawford said. A short list of teams, Cleveland, Carolina, Chicago and San Francisco are on Garner's list. The 49ers currently don't have the money to re-sign Garner.
Mon, 26 Feb 2001 00:29:27 -0800
Steve King reports for the Sporting News the Cleveland Browns are expected to pursue Bengals free agent RB Corey Dillon. If they don't go after him or another free agent RB, they may use the No. 3 pick in the NFL Draft on a RB. The team might look at San Francisco OT Scott Gragg in an attempt to improve their offensive line, if Gragg does not re-sign with the 49ers. Expect the Browns to go after free agent NT Tony Williams, who played for defensive coordinator Foge Fazio when he was with the Vikings. The Browns, as previously reported, need help at defensive tackle. Other needs include a weakside linebacker and a cover cornerback. The team likes FB Marc Edwards and would like to re-sign him, if he does not price himself out of their range.
Mon, 10 May 1999 20:15:00 -0700
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports LB Tarek Saleh, who came over from Carolina in the expansion draft, has been switched from LB to fullback where he is playing behind current starter Marc Edwards.
