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Sun, 31 Dec 2017 13:17:04 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates went 14-for-24 for 137 yards and one interception against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 17. RB Alfred Blue rushed for 39 yards and one touchdown on 18 carries and caught four passes for 26 yards. RB Lamar Miller rushed for 37 yards on eight carries. WR Will Fuller caught two passes for 17 yards, while WR Braxton Miller caught two passes for nine yards.

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Mon, 25 Dec 2017 16:56:40 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates went 7-for-16 for 83 yards, one touchdown and one interception against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 16.

Fantasy Tip: Yates was pressured for much of the game and was not able to do much in the passing game. He should be avoided next week against the Indianapolis Colts.

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| Source: NFL.com

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 15:20:25 -0800

Updating a previous report, Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (head) has been cleared to return to the Week 16 game after going through the concussion protocol.

Fantasy Tip: Yates has struggled against the Steelers so far in Week 16 and should be avoided in all leagues next week.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 15:19:42 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (undisclosed) suffered an undisclosed injury in Week 16 and has been replaced by QB Taylor Heinicke.

Fantasy Tip: Owners will need to monitor the situation to determine the severity of Yates' injury. Owners in all leagues should avoid the Texans quarterback situation no matter which quarterback starts in Week 17.

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| Source: NFL.com

Sat, 23 Dec 2017 13:55:24 -0800

Houston Texans OG Jeff Allen (concussion), OT Kendall Lamm (concussion) and LB LaTroy Lewis (shoulder) did not participate in practice Saturday, Dec. 23, and have been ruled out for Week 16. DE Jadeveon Clowney (knee, neck), WR DeAndre Hopkins (toe) and OG Xavier Su'a-Filo (groin) were limited during practice but are not on the injury report. OT Julie'n Davenport (shoulder), S Kurtis Drummond (ankle), DE Joel Heath (knee), LB Jelani Jenkins (concussion), C Greg Mancz (knee), WR Braxton Miller (concussion), LB Brian Peters (illness), DE Carlos Watkins (knee) and QB T.J. Yates (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.

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| Source: HoustonTexans.com

Sat, 23 Dec 2017 13:43:47 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) fully participated in practice Saturday, Dec. 23, and is not on the injury report for Week 16.

Fantasy Tip: Yates has posted decent numbers in his limited playing time this season, but owners should have better options available for their lineups.

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| Source: HoustonTexans.com

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 13:59:15 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 22.

Fantasy Tip: Yates has thrown for 303 yards, three touchdowns and one interception since taking over the starting quarterback. He will be facing one of the better defenses in the NFL this week and should be avoided in all leagues.

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| Source: HoustonTexans.com

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 16:45:25 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Dec. 21.

Fantasy Tip: Yates is drawing the starting assignment on Monday against the Steelers, but it's hard to recommend utilizing his services, even in two-quarterback leagues. It's very realistic that the Texans get blown out, in which case Yates would be throwing a ton versus loose coverage, but even then it's hard to trust the six-year journeyman.

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| Source: HoustonTexans.com

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 21:41:24 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates will start in Week 16 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to head coach Bill O'Brien. QB Tom Savage was classified as "a ways off" from playing by O'Brien.

Fantasy Tip: Yates completed just 38.7 of his passes a week ago and now draws a Steelers team fighting for one of the top two seeds. Inserting him into your lineup with a championship on the line would be a bold move, Cotton... but one you definitely wouldn't want to make.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Sarah Barshop

Sun, 17 Dec 2017 19:45:01 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates completed just 12 of his 31 pass attempts for 128 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the Week 15 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fantasy Tip: It was a disastrous start for Yates against a very good Jacksonville defense. He is likely to continue starting down the stretch, but he isn't even worth using as a low-end QB2 in deeper leagues using two starting signal callers at this rate.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 07:33:55 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates is likely to start in Week 15 in place of QB Tom Savage (concussion), according to head coach Bill O'Brien.

Fantasy Tip: Yates was good in relief, but he's not worth using against a tough Jacksonville Jaguars defense next week.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Sun, 10 Dec 2017 18:55:21 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates completed 14 of his 26 passes for 175 yards and two touchdowns after taking over for QB Tom Savage (concussion) in a 26-16 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 14.

Fantasy Tip: Yates doesn't need to be on the fantasy radar, but he looked to DeAndre Hopkins early and often once he entered the game, which is good news for the star receiver if Yates has to start in Week 15.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Sat, 04 Nov 2017 11:51:30 -0700

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates will serve as the backup quarterback against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 13:17:02 -0700

Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Friday, Nov. 3. The team also signed QB T.J. Yates (Bills). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Fantasy Tip: Watson should be ready for training camp next season and will be a No. 1 fantasy quarterback in 2018. Tom Savage will take over as the starting quarterback for the Texans but should be avoided in all fantasy leagues.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 05:03:32 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Bills) will sign with the Houston Texans Friday, Nov. 3.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 16:48:03 -0700

Free-agent QBs Matt Barkley (49ers), Matt McGloin (Eagles) and T.J. Yates (Bills) worked out for the Cincinnati Bengals Thursday, Oct. 5, according to a source.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Field Yates

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 09:27:57 -0700

Free-agent QBs Brandon Weeden, Matt Barkley, Matt McGloin and T.J. Yates worked out for the Tennessee Titans on Tuesday, Oct. 3, according to a source.

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| Source: ProFootballTalk.com

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:30:20 -0700

Buffalo Bills QB T.J. Yates (concussion) was released from the Reserve/Injured list Tuesday, Sept. 12.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 12:45:20 -0700

Buffalo Bills QB T.J. Yates (concussion) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Tuesday, Sept. 5. Free-agent FS Colt Anderson (Bills) was re-signed in a corresponding move.

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| Source: SiriusXM NFL Radio - Adam Caplan

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 08:02:18 -0700

Buffalo Bills QB Tyrod Taylor (concussion) and QB T.J. Yates (concussion) remain in the concussion protocol Tuesday, Aug. 29.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Mike Rodak

Sun, 27 Aug 2017 13:29:01 -0700

Buffalo Bills QB T.J. Yates (concussion) will not participate in practice Sunday, Aug. 27, because he is in the concussion protocol.

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| Source: WKBW.com - Joe Buscaglia

Mon, 10 Apr 2017 09:10:46 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Dolphins) agreed with the Buffalo Bills Monday, April 10, on an undisclosed contract.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 13:30:07 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Dolphins) met with the Buffalo Bills Friday, April 7.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 10:27:45 -0800

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Texans) will sign with the Miami Dolphins, according to a source.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tue, 06 Dec 2016 15:11:39 -0800

Free-agent QBs Sean Renfree (Falcons) and T.J. Yates (Texans), free-agent RBs Bernard Pierce (Jets) and Zac Brooks (Seahawks) and free-agent WR Keshawn Martin (49ers) worked out for the Denver Broncos Tuesday, Dec. 6.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Caplan

Sat, 24 Sep 2016 22:27:26 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates is a possible option for the New England Patriots in Week 4 if they feel that QBs Jimmy Garoppolo (shoulder) and Jacoby Brissett (thumb) won't be healthy enough to play, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss. The Patriots worked out Yates on Sept. 20.

Fantasy Tip: Despite the team's incredible 3-0 start, someone like Yates wouldn't move the needle for fantasy owners, though if anyone could squeeze a "W" out of that situation it'd have to be head coach Bill Belichick.

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| Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss

Tue, 20 Sep 2016 16:24:43 -0700

Free-agent QBs T.J. Yates (Texans) and Sean Renfree (Falcons) worked out for the New England Patriots Tuesday, Sept. 20.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tue, 30 Aug 2016 13:09:22 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Texans) has been fully cleared after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament last season, according to a source.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Sun, 07 Aug 2016 07:18:01 -0700

Houston Texans QB Tom Savage has had an impressive first week of training camp, according to head coach Bill O'Brien. "He's really worked hard to change his body, become stronger, become quicker, quicker release," O'Brien said. "He has a much better knowledge of our offense. It takes a while for that position. The only thing Tom needs is an opportunity. Tom is a good football player and he's put a lot of time in to get to where he is right now." Savage is competing with QBs Brandon Weeden and T.J. Yates to serve as the backup to QB Brock Osweiler.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 12:07:39 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) will undergo surgery on his torn anterior cruciate ligament Monday, Dec. 28. He hopes to be back in time for training camp next offseason.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Mon, 21 Dec 2015 13:47:15 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Dec. 21, after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Week 15.

Fantasy Tip: If Brian Hoyer is healthy, he'll be the starting quarterback this weekend; if he's not, then Brandon Weeden would probably be the leading candidate to start. Hoyer would be worth considering, but Weeden should be avoided. Stay tuned.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Mon, 21 Dec 2015 10:49:33 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) has been diagnosed with torn anterior cruciate ligament, according to sources.

Fantasy Tip: Brian Hoyer and Brandon Weeden will be candidates to start for the final two weeks of the regular season, so owners should keep an eye out on the situation to see which player starts. Both quarterbacks have played well at times this season but they are not great fantasy options.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 12:54:28 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) is believed to have suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament during the team's Week 15 game and will miss the rest of the season.

Fantasy Tip: Brian Hoyer and Brandon Weeden are options to start in Week 16 depending on how Hoyer recovers from his concussion. Neither are strong option for fantasy owners and should be passed over in most leagues.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - John McClain

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 11:44:36 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) and WR Cecil Shorts (groin) have been ruled out for the rest of the game in Week 15 against the Indianapolis Colts.

Fantasy Tip: With Yates and Shorts out, Brandon Weeden and DeAndre Hopkins could become the new hookup for the Texans. Nate Washington and Ryan Griffin may also see more targets. Brian Hoyer may return next week, though, so stay tuned to Houston's quarterback situation.

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| Source: HoustonTexans.com

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 11:24:44 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates (knee) went to the locker room with a knee injury in Week 15 against the Indianapolis Colts.

Fantasy Tip: This could be a serious injury for Yates, but nothing is official yet. With Yates out, Brandon Weeden takes over as the Texans' starting quarterback. This is an avoidable situation as long as Brian Hoyer isn't starting.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Wed, 16 Dec 2015 10:41:43 -0800

Houston Texans QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 15 against the Indianapolis Colts. QB T.J. Yates will start the game.

Fantasy Tip: Yates ($4,500, 9.0% of cap) has been adequate in guiding the Texans to several wins this year, but his fantasy ceiling is limited. You should downgrade all of Houston's receivers as a result, but DeAndre Hopkins remains a must-start in traditional leagues. Indy is a great matchup for quarterbacks this year, but Yates is still a dart throw in daily formats.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Mon, 14 Dec 2015 13:24:00 -0800

Houston Texans QB Brian Hoyer (concussion, neck, wrist) is doubtful to play in Week 15 against the Indianapolis Colts after he suffered his second concussion of the season in Week 14, according to head coach Bill O'Brien. Hoyer was sacked five times against the New England Patriots. He suffered memory loss when he had a concussion against the Cincinnati Bengals Nov. 16. QB T.J. Yates is being prepared to start against the Colts.

Fantasy Tip: The Colts are one of the best fantasy matchups for quarterbacks, and although Yates will be dirt cheap on FantasyScore, he's still too risky to trust. Houston's receiving game will take a hit with Yates in there, although DeAndre Hopkins is still a must-start in traditional leagues.

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Mon, 14 Dec 2015 08:54:42 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates is preparing to start Sunday, Dec. 20, with QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) sidelined with a concussion, according to a source.

Fantasy Tip: Yates would face off against the Indianapolis Colts, but he doesn't have much upside in fantasy.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 22:57:11 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates led the team to a second straight win in Week 11, but head coach Bill O'Brien said Sunday, Nov. 22, that when QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) is healthy Yates will head back to the bench. "Hoyer is our starter," O'Brien said. "When he comes back, when he's healthy, he'll come back in there and we've spoken to T.J. about that."

Fantasy Tip: Yates faces a very favorable matchup in Week 12 against the New Orleans Saints, should Hoyer has a setback or not be able to go.

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| Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Fri, 20 Nov 2015 16:37:31 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates will start in Week 11 against the New York Jets with QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) sidelined.

Fantasy Tip: The Jets defense has been beat in recent weeks, but Yates ($4,500, 9.0% of cap) should still not inspire any confidence in daily gamers in his first start of the year. Stay away.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Tania Ganguli

Wed, 18 Nov 2015 15:12:27 -0800

Houston Texans QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) is unlikely to start in Week 11 against the New York Jets, according to sources, which means QB T.J. Yates is expected to start.

Fantasy Tip: The Jets defense has faltered of late, but if Yates ($4,500, 9.0% of cap) indeed starts, you'll need to downgrade Houston's offensive weapons -- mainly DeAndre Hopkins ($8,800, 17.6% of cap). Don't get cute and think of using Yates as a deep sleeper, either.

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| Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Mon, 16 Nov 2015 21:41:08 -0800

Houston Texans QB T.J. Yates completed five of his 11 pass attempts for 69 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions in the Week 10 win against the Cincinnati Bengals, subbing for the injured QB Brian Hoyer (concussion).

Fantasy Tip: Yates has something against the Cincinnati Bengals, as nearly all of his career highlights have come against the Stripes. It's uncertain if he will be needed in Week 11 against the Arizona Cardinals in place of Hoyer, but he is not a recommended FantasyScore option if he does get the nod.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Tue, 27 Oct 2015 16:19:56 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Falcons) signed an undisclosed deal with the Houston Texans Tuesday, Oct. 27. He will serve as the backup to QB Brian Hoyer for the rest of the season.

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| Source: NFL.com - Gregg Rosenthal

Tue, 27 Oct 2015 11:32:42 -0700

Free-agent QB T.J. Yates (Falcons) could be rejoining the Houston Texans in light of the release of QB Ryan Mallett, according to sources. QB Brian Hoyer is currently the only quarterback on the Texans' roster.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Tania Ganguli

Fri, 04 Sep 2015 13:37:17 -0700

Atlanta Falcons QB T.J. Yates was released Friday, Sept. 4.

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| Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter

Tue, 25 Aug 2015 10:00:56 -0700

Updating a previous item, the Atlanta Falcons are working out free-agent QB Rex Grossman (Redskins) Tuesday, Aug. 25. Falcons offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan is a supporter of Grossman from their time working together with the Washington Redskins, Houston Texans and Cleveland Browns. Backup QBs T.J. Yates and Sean Renfree have failed to do much during training camp.

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| Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Sun, 16 Aug 2015 06:10:46 -0700

Atlanta Falcons QB T.J. Yates knows he has to earn the backup quarterback job behind QB Matt Ryan. Yates is in an open competition with QB Sean Renfree. "We are competing at every position every single day. I have to earn my spot on this team, like everybody else," Yates said Saturday, Aug. 15.

Fantasy Tip: In Friday's preseason opener, Yates completed 9-of-15 passes for 105 yards and an interception, while Renfree completed 6-of-7 passes for 68 yards. Yates has appeared in 14 regular season games in his career, but he hasn't thrown a touchdown pass since his rookie season in 2011. Renfree has never appeared in a regular season NFL game.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure

Mon, 09 Mar 2015 22:49:50 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons re-signed free-agent QB T.J. Yates to a one-year, $1.5 million contract Monday, March 9, a source said.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Caplan

Fri, 29 Aug 2014 00:23:23 -0700

Atlanta Falcons QB T.J. Yates threw for two touchdowns and 243 yards in his team's 24-14 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fantasy Tip: Yates had thrown 39 percent of his passes for completions prior to this outing, but this was a strong performance and could vault him into the No. 2 slot behind Matt Ryan. Yates carries little fantasy value unless he makes the roster and Ryan gets hurt, so watch the next couple days to see if he survives roster cuts.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Thu, 19 Jun 2014 05:20:33 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons acquired QB T.J. Yates from the Houston Texans in exchange for LB Akeem Dent.

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| Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Mike Florio