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Sun, 05 May 2013 08:43:55 -0700
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin said the team was looking to add faster linebackers to their defense, which is why they released LBs Karlos Dansby and Kevin Burnett and added Dannell Ellerbe, Philip Wheeler and Jelani Jenkins. Philbin said the team wanted linebackers that could cover pass catchers man-to-man and blitz effectively because the NFL is becoming a passing league.
Sat, 16 Mar 2013 17:26:55 -0700
Miami Dolphins QB Matt Moore, WR Mike Wallace, WR Brian Hartline, DE Cameron Wake, LB Dannell Ellerbe and LB Philip Wheeler will count $50.07 million against the salary cap in 2014.
Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:00:29 -0700
Updating a previous report, the Miami Dolphins signed LB Philip Wheeler (Raiders) to a five-year contract worth $26 million, with $13 million fully guaranteed.
Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:17:25 -0700
The Miami Dolphins signed free-agent LB Philip Wheeler (Raiders) to an undisclosed deal.
Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:53:47 -0700
The Miami Dolphins are scheduled to meet with unrestricted free-agent LB Philip Wheeler (Raiders) Wednesday, March 13.
Sun, 10 Mar 2013 11:14:24 -0700
The St. Louis Rams have shown at least some interest in free-agent LB Dannell Ellerbe (Ravens) and LB Philip Wheeler (Raiders).
Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:00:40 -0800
Oakland Raiders impending free-agent LB Philip Wheeler said his agent is talking with the team about a new contract but is not sure how the negotiations are going.
Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:37:53 -0800
The Oakland Raiders are not expected to use their franchise tag on any of their free agents this offseason. Impending free-agent TE Brandon Myers and LB Philip Wheeler could be options if the team decides to use the tag.
Thu, 03 Jan 2013 11:11:37 -0800
The Oakland Raiders would like to re-sign impending free-agent DE Andre Carter and LB Philip Wheeler this offseason.
Sat, 20 Oct 2012 08:43:09 -0700
Oakland Raiders LB Philip Wheeler has emerged into the leader of the team's defense. Wheeler is responsible for relaying instructions from the coaching staff to the defense. Wheeler is the team's second-leading tackler with 58 this season. He also has two passes defensed, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.
Tue, 16 Oct 2012 20:09:35 -0700
Oakland Raiders LB Rolando McClain saw less of the field in Week 6 against the Atlanta falcons, with the team using LBs Miles Burris and Philip Wheeler in their nickel package. McClain's snaps dropped from 73 in the previous game to just 17 in Week 6. Burris increased from 27 of 77 snaps two games ago to all 55 defensive snaps against the Falcons.
Mon, 24 Sep 2012 06:56:27 -0700
Oakland Raiders LB Philip Wheeler led the team with 11 tackles in Week 3 and also forced two fumbles.
Wed, 04 Jul 2012 06:10:19 -0700
Oakland Raiders LB Philip Wheeler is expected to serve as the team's nickel pass rusher, replacing LB Kamerion Wimbley.
Sat, 31 Mar 2012 07:41:50 -0700
Oakland Raiders LB Philip Wheeler is expected to start at strongside linebacker for the team in 2012.
Fri, 30 Mar 2012 21:54:19 -0700
The Oakland Raiders agreed to terms with free-agent LB Philip Wheeler (Colts) on a one-year contract Friday, March 30.
Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:07:41 -0700
Free-agent LB Philip Wheeler (Colts) is scheduled to visit the Oakland Raiders.
Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:56:50 -0700
Free-agent LB Philip Wheeler (Colts) is scheduled to visit Saturday, March 24.
Fri, 30 Dec 2011 12:49:39 -0800
The Indianapolis Colts have placed LB Philip Wheeler (foot) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2011 season.
Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:57:47 -0800
Indianapolis Colts LB A.J. Edds (ankle), DL Robert Mathis (rest), OG Joe Reitz (ankle) and LB Philip Wheeler (foot) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 29.
Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:41:45 -0800
Indianapolis Colts LB A.J. Edds (ankle), DL Dwight Freeney (rest), WR Anthony Gonzalez (illness), QB Dan Orlovsky (personal), OG Joe Reitz (ankle) and LB Philip Wheeler (foot) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.
Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:20:23 -0800
Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Caldwell said he is not sure if LB Philip Wheeler (foot) will be available to play in Week 17.
Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:16:00 -0800
The Indianapolis Colts have declared TE Dallas Clark, DL Mario Addison, CB Mike Holmes, QB Peyton Manning, LB Philip Wheeler, OT Quinn Ojinnaka, LB Scott Lutrus inactive for Week 16.
Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:41:09 -0800
Indianapolis Colts DE Robert Mathis (knee) and LB Philip Wheeler (foot) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 21, and are listed as questionable for Week 16.
Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:46:03 -0800
Indianapolis Colts TE Dallas Clark (neck), DL Dwight Freeney (rest), DL Fili Moala (personal) and LB Philip Wheeler (foot) did not practice Tuesday, Dec. 20.
Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:33:37 -0800
Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning (neck), RB Delone Carter (forearm), C Jeff Saturday (undisclosed), DEs Jamaal Anderson (groin), Dwight Freeney (undisclosed) and Robert Mathis (knee), LB A.J. Edds (ankle) and Philip Wheeler (foot) and SS Antoine Bethea (knee) did not participate in practice Monday, Dec. 19.
Sun, 18 Dec 2011 08:50:40 -0800
The Indianapolis Colts have declared LB A.J. Edds, TE Dallas Clark, DL Jamaal Anderson, CB Mike Holmes, QB Peyton Manning, LB Philip Wheeler, OT Quinn Ojinnaka inactive for Week 15.
Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:51:34 -0800
Indianapolis Colts LB A.J. Edds (ankle) and LB Philip Wheeler (foot) were each unable to practice all week and have been ruled out for the Week 15 game against the Tennessee Titans.
Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:43:59 -0800
Indianapolis Colts DL Jamaal Anderson (groin), LB A.J. Edds (ankle), DL Robert Mathis (knee), C Jeff Saturday (rest) and LB Philip Wheeler (foot) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 15.
Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:12:37 -0800
Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning (neck), DEs Jamaal Anderson (groin), Dwight Freeney (undisclosed) and Robert Mathis (knee) and LBs A.J. Edds (ankle) and Philip Wheeler (foot) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 14.
Sun, 03 Apr 2011 22:41:39 -0700
Indianapolis Colts LBs Pat Angerer and Philip Wheeler are expected to compete for the starting "Sam" linebacker position next season, reports ProFootballWeekly.com.
Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:03:41 -0800
The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts LB Tyjuan Hagler (biceps) will miss the rest of the season with a ruptured biceps. The team has placed him on the Injured Reserve List, according to head coach Jim Caldwell. LBs Philip Wheeler and Ramon Humber are expected to replace Hagler.
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:29:29 -0700
Paul Kuharsky, of ESPN.com, reports Indianapolis Colts LB Philip Wheeler worked with the first-team defense at strongside linebacker at times during offseason workouts. He is currently favored to hold off LB Freddie Keiaho for the starting strongside linebacker job during training camp.
Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:26:46 -0800
Mike Chappell, of the Indianapolis Star, reports Indianapolis Colts LB Philip Wheeler (thigh) suffered a thigh injury during the team's Week 17 game.
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:19:57 -0700
John Oehser, of Colts.com, reports Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy said LB Philip Wheeler (knee) is expected to play in the team's preseason game Thursday, Aug. 28.
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:45:54 -0700
Paul Kuharsky, of ESPN.com, reports Indianapolis Colts LB Philip Wheeler (knee) will not play in the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16.
Tue, 12 Aug 2008 21:44:55 -0700
The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts LB Philip Wheeler (knee) is off crutches and starting rehabilitation following knee surgery. He is expected to miss a few weeks. The team feels he may be able to return against the Buffalo Bills Aug. 24.
Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:02:40 -0700
The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts LB Philip Wheeler (knee) is not expected to participate in the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 9, after having knee surgery last week.
Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:12:45 -0700
The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts rookie LB Philip Wheeler (knee) suffered a knee injury Saturday, July 26. It is not known how long he will be out.
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:33:04 -0700
Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports Indianapolis Colts LB Philip Wheeler is expected to be given the chance to earn more playing time while LB Tyjuan Hagler (pectoral) is out.
Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:25:57 -0700
Gil Brandt, of NFL.com, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler worked out at his school's Pro Day Thursday, March 13. Wheeler ran a 4.73 40-yard dash, had a 36 1/2-inch vertical jump, a 10-foot, two-inch long jump, a 4.36-second short shuttle and a 7.11-second cone drill. He measured in at 6-foot-2 and 240 pounds.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:33:14 -0800
Daniel Mogollon, of NFLDraftBible.com, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler ran the 20-yard shuttle in 4.29 seconds at the 2008 NFL Scouting Combine.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 22:22:19 -0800
Daniel Mogollon, of NFLDraftBible.com, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler ran the three-cone drill in 7.11 seconds at the 2008 NFL Scouting Combine.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 21:20:57 -0800
Daniel Mogollon, of NFLDraftBible.com, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler measured a 9-foot-10 broad jump at the 2008 NFL Scouting Combine.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 21:01:02 -0800
Daniel Mogollon, of NFLDraftBible.com, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler measured a 31-inch vertical jump at the 2008 NFL Scouting Combine.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 15:20:35 -0800
Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler completed 24 repetitions on the 225-pound bench press at the 2008 NFL Scouting Combine.
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 15:25:14 -0800
Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler said during his NFL Scouting Combine interview that he met with the San Francisco 49ers.
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 15:24:40 -0800
Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler measured in at the 2008 NFL Scouting Combine with a height of 6-foot-1 3/4 and a weight of 248 pounds. He is planning to participate in all the testing at the NFL Combine. His agent is Todd France and he trained at API in Arizona. Wheeler said during his interview that he believes he is versatile enough to play all three linebacker positions.
Sat, 02 Feb 2008 02:15:19 -0800
John Murphy, of Yahoo! Sports, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler has been invited to the 2008 NFL Combine.
Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:05:08 -0800
Matt Maiocco, of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports Georgia Tech LB Philip Wheeler is scheduled to play in the Senior Bowl Saturday, Jan. 26.
