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Thu, 02 May 2013 11:50:49 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling's roster spot could be jeopardy this season if all of the cornerbacks on the team is healthy because of his limited ability on special teams.
Fri, 26 Oct 2012 12:19:06 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (quadriceps) has been diagnosed with a torn quadriceps muscle.
Fri, 26 Oct 2012 11:26:09 -0700
The New England Patriots have placed CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh) on Injured Reserve.
Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:27:37 -0700
New England Patriots RB Brandon Bolden (knee), CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh), S Steve Gregory (hip), DE Trevor Scott (hamstring) and LB Tracy White (foot) all missed practice Thursday, Oct. 25.
Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:58:25 -0700
New England Patriots RB Brandon Bolden (knee), DE Trevor Scott (hamstring), LB Jerod Mayo (elbow, illness), LB Tracy White (foot), CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh) and SS Steve Gregory (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 24.
Tue, 23 Oct 2012 13:57:32 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (undisclosed) RB Brandon Bolden (knee), S Steve Gregory (hip) and LB Tracy White (foot) all did not participate in a team walk-through Tuesday, Oct. 23.
Sat, 06 Oct 2012 20:47:37 -0700
New England Patriots CB Kyle Arrington has played 259 of his team's 273 defensive snaps, or 94.9 percent, through the first four games this season. He edged out CB Ras-I Dowling during training camp and the preseason, and he continues to work hard. Arrington moves into the slot during nickel packages.
Sat, 06 Oct 2012 20:45:34 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling has apparently fallen out of favor, playing just 45 of his team's 273 defensive snaps through the first four games. He played 36 snaps in the regular season opener, and was flagged for pass interference in that game. Whatever the case, he has gotten extremely limited playing time since.
Thu, 04 Oct 2012 15:49:44 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (undisclosed), WR Julian Edelman (hand) and S Steve Gregory (hip) did not practice Thursday, Oct. 4.
Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:38:44 -0700
New England Patriots CBs Kyle Arrington and Ras-I Dowling will compete for the starting cornerback job opposite CB Devin McCourty during training camp.
Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:35:57 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) was able to participate fully in offseason activities, and he is on track to be on the field for the first day of training camp July 26.
Sun, 17 Jun 2012 11:38:00 -0700
The New England Patriots would like to see CB Ras-I Dowling win the starting cornerback job opposite CB Devin McCourty during training camp. Dowling has recovered from hip surgery in December and has been taking part in offseason workouts.
Sun, 20 May 2012 10:45:43 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) is making steady progress in his rehab from hip surgery and is expected to be present during organized team activities.
Sat, 03 Mar 2012 10:24:51 -0800
The New England Patriots could consider using CB Ras-I Dowling at safety next season because of his size and physical playing style.
Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:18:19 -0800
The New England Patriots could use upgrades at free safety, cornerback, center, offensive tackle, defensive end, linebacker and wide receiver during the free-agent market and/or NFL Draft. While S Patrick Chung has proven to be a hard-hitting option from the safety spot, he is not an asset in pass coverage. At cornerback, the team expects CB Devin McCourty to bounce back in 2012 while CB Ras-I Dowling will have a bright future with improved technique in coverage. CB Kyle Arrington is viewed as a better backup than starter.
Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:59:38 -0800
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) underwent surgery this offseason to clean up his hip injury. He was originally going to allow his hip to heal without surgery but the surgery gives him a better chance to avoid re-injuring his hip. He is on schedule in his recovery from the surgery.
Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:17:15 -0800
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling could compete for one of the starting cornerback jobs during training camp if he is completely recovered from his hip injury.
Sat, 29 Oct 2011 14:11:57 -0700
Updating a previous report, New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) recently underwent an MRI which showed a torn tendon in his leg that resulted in pain in his hip. The injury did not get any better during the bye week and affected him after a day of practice. Dowling will not need surgery to repair the tendon.
Sat, 29 Oct 2011 13:15:23 -0700
The New England Patriots have placed CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2011 season.
Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:25:46 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 8 and is not expected to play.
Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:05:26 -0700
New England Patriots LB Dane Fletcher (thumb) and CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) did not practice Thursday, Oct. 27.
Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:34:46 -0700
New England Patriots S Josh Barrett (thumb), CB Leigh Bodden (thumb), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), LB Jerod Mayo (knee) and OT Sebastian Vollmer (back) were limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 26.
Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:21:15 -0700
New England Patriots OT Marcus Cannon (illness) is practicing Tuesday, Oct. 25, for the first time since undergoing chemotherapy treatments for lymphoma this summer. QB Tom Brady (rest), OT Matt Light (leg), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back) and LB Jerod Mayo (knee) also returned to practice.
Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:13:45 -0700
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (rest) wasn't participating in the team's final practice before heading into their bye week Wednesday, Oct. 19, and it's likely that head coach Bill Belichick is giving his quarterback some rest. Also missing practice were OT Matt Light (leg), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) and LB Dane Fletcher (thumb).
Tue, 18 Oct 2011 10:33:33 -0700
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (wrist, arm), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), LB Dane Fletcher (thumb), OL Matt Light (leg) and CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) did not participate in practice Tuesday, Oct. 18. Brady had a wrap around his right wrist during the team's Week 6 game, and he might be dealing with a sore throwing arm.
Sun, 16 Oct 2011 12:12:42 -0700
The New England Patriots have declared LB Jerod Mayo, FS Josh Barrett, WR Julian Edelman, CB Ras-I Dowling, QB Ryan Mallett, OT Sebastian Vollmer, CB Sergio Brown inactive for Week 6.
Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:37:38 -0700
New England Patriots WRs Julian Edelman (ankle) and Matt Slater (ribs), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back), DE Albert Haynesworth (back), CBs Leigh Bodden (thumb) and Ras-I Dowling (hip) and SS Sergio Brown (chest) were limited during practice Friday, Oct. 14. They are listed as questionable for Week 6 but are expected to play.
Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:50:41 -0700
New England Patriots WR Julian Edelman (ankle) and Matt Slater (ribs), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back), DLs Albert Haynesworth (back) and Kyle Love (back), CBs Leigh Bodden (thumb) and Ras-I Dowling (hip) and SS Sergio Brown (chest) were limited during practice Thursday, Oct. 13.
Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:17:59 -0700
New England Patriots WRs Julian Edelman (ankle) and Matt Slater (ribs), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back), DT Albert Haynesworth (back), CBs Leigh Bodden (thumb) and Ras-I Dowling (hip) and SS Sergio Brown (chest) were limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 12.
Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:33:29 -0700
New England Patriots DT Albert Haynesworth (back) and CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 7. Both are listed as questionable for Week 5 and will be game-time decisions.
Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:36:53 -0700
New England Patriots CB Kyle Arrington (chest), S Josh Barrett (thumb, hamstring), CB Leigh Bodden (groin), S Patrick Chung (hand), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), DL Shaun Ellis (knee), LB Gary Guyton (hamstring), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), DL Kyle Love (ankle) and DL Mike Wright (concussion) were limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 6.
Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:55:58 -0700
New England Patriots CB Kyle Arrington (chest), S Josh Barrett (thumb, hamstring), CB Leigh Bodden (groin), S Patrick Chung (hand), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), DL Shaun Ellis (knee), LB Gary Guyton (hamstring) and DL Kyle Love (ankle) were limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 5.
Sun, 02 Oct 2011 12:16:27 -0700
The New England Patriots have declared TE Aaron Hernandez, DL Albert Haynesworth, CB Leigh Bodden, DL Mike Wright, CB Ras-I Dowling, QB Ryan Mallett, OT Sebastian Vollmer inactive for Week 4.
Sat, 01 Oct 2011 19:59:03 -0700
New England Patriots CB Leigh Bodden (groin) and CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) have been ruled out for the Week 4 game against the Oakland Raiders.
Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:41:28 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), DL Albert Haynesworth (thumb) and WR Taylor Price (hamstring) did not practice Friday, Sept. 30, and are considered questionable for the Week 4 game against the Oakland Raiders. Each is likely to be a game-time decision.
Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:55:14 -0700
New England Patriots WR Taylor Price (hamstring), C Ryan Wendell (calf), OG Logan Mankins (illness), DE Shaun Ellis (knee), LBs Gary Guyton (hamstring) and Jerod Mayo (thigh), CBs Kyle Arrington (chest), Leigh Bodden (groin) and Ras-I Dowling (hip), SS Patrick Chung (hand) and P Zoltan Mesko (knee) were limited during practice Thursday, Sept. 29.
Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:44:09 -0700
New England Patriots CB Kyle Arrington (chest), CB Leigh Bodden (groin), S Patrick Chung (hand), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), DL Shaun Ellis (knee), LB Gary Guyton (hamstring), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), LB Jerod Mayo (thigh), WR Taylor Price (hamstring) and C Ryan Wendell (calf) were limited in practice Wednesday, Sept. 28.
Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:50:04 -0700
The New England Patriots have declared TE Aaron Hernandez, DL Albert Haynesworth, DL Mike Wright, SS Patrick Chung, CB Ras-I Dowling, OT Sebastian Vollmer, WR Taylor Price inactive for Week 3.
Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:15:52 -0700
New England Patriots LB Jerod Mayo (thigh) and CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) were limited during practice Friday, Sept. 23. Both are listed as questionable for Week 3 but are expected to play.
Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:18:37 -0700
New England Patriots CB Kyle Arrington (concussion), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), LB Gary Guyton (hamstring), LB Jerod Mayo (thigh), P Zoltan Mesko (knee), WR Taylor Price (hamstring) and C Ryan Wendell (calf) were limited in practice Thursday, Sept. 22.
Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:43:43 -0700
New England Patriots WR Taylor Price (hamstring), TE Dan Gronkowski (hamstring), C Ryan Wendell (calf), LBs Gary Guyton (hamstring) and Jerod Mayo (thigh), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) and P Zoltan Mesko (knee) were limited during practice Wednesday, Sept. 21.
Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:05:00 -0700
New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh) suffered a thigh injury in Week 2 and is questionable to return.
Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:48:22 -0700
Now that the New England Patriots have released both S Brandon Meriweather and S James Sanders, the team is effectively handing a the reins of the safety position over to S Patrick Chung. It is not clear who will start next to him in the secondary. The team could look to sign free-agent S Darren Sharper (Saints) and there has been talk of moving CBs Antwaun Molden or Ras-I Dowling to safety. Sergio Brown and Josh Barrett are also both in the mix.
Mon, 04 Jul 2011 10:23:39 -0700
New England Patriots RB Shane Vereen and CB Ras-I Dowling may be the two rookies that will have the opportunity to make a quick impact on the team this season.
Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:13:38 -0700
The New England Patriots selected Virginia QB Ras-I Dowling with the 33rd overall pick of the 2011 NFL Draft.
Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:36:38 -0700
The Pittsburgh Steelers met with University of Virginia CB Ras-I Dowling Thursday, April 7, according to Ed Bouchette, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Thu, 07 Apr 2011 11:59:30 -0700
University of Virginia CB Ras-I Dowling measured 6-foot-1 5/8, 199 pounds at his Pro Day Monday, April 4, reports NFL.com's Gil Brandt. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.36 seconds and 4.33 seconds, the short shuttle in 4.26 seconds and the three-cone drill in 6.85 seconds.
Thu, 07 Apr 2011 08:43:30 -0700
Virginia CB Ras-I Dowling visited the Detroit Lions, the team announced Wednesday, April 6, according to Aaron Wilson, of NationalFootballPost.com.
Tue, 01 Mar 2011 07:42:53 -0800
Updating a previous item, Virginia CB Ras-I Dowling (hamstring) did not run his second 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine Tuesday, March 1, due to what was announced as a strained right hamstring, according to Frank Tadych, of NFL.com. Dowling ran a 4.40 in his first run, the fourth-fastest among the first group of defensive backs.
Tue, 01 Mar 2011 06:53:59 -0800
Virginia CB Ras-I Dowling (hamstring) posted a time of 4.40 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combing, according to CBSSports.com. However, he pulled up at the finish with a hamstring problem.
