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Patriots: Matthew Slater announces his retirement
This Tuesday, Patriots special teams player Matthew Slater announced his retirement on the team's social media channels. At 38, he spent 16 seasons in New England and won three Super Bowls. A special teams star and team captain, Slater was a 10-time Pro Bowler.
A message from Matthew Slater. pic.twitter.com/diVYMtAapu
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) February 20, 2024
Interviewed by ESPN on Tuesday, Bill Belichick (ex-HC) was very complimentary of his former player.
“Matthew Slater deserves every accolade anyone can get. He is a once-in-a-lifetime person and the best special teams player in NFL history. »
Injuries
– This Tuesday, on his social networks, Cameron Heyward (DT, Steelers) announced that he had had surgery. He did not specify the nature of the operation. But the 2023 Walter Payton Trophy winner said he “did things on one leg while other people do them on two.” »
Transactions
– The Eagles have signed running back Tyrion Davis-Price to a “future contract” type contract, according to his agent on Tuesday. Still in Philadelphia, an identical contract was signed with Darian Kinnard (OL). (Inquire.com)
The main signings of the day: Marcus Haynes (DE, Texans)
The main cuts of the day: Tracy Walker (S, Lions)
Rumors
– Is it the end for Gabe Davis (WR) at the Bills? In any case, the player posted this Tuesday a 7min43s video on X which traces his career in Buffalo.
– According to the New York Post this Tuesday, it is unlikely that the Giants will use the franchise tag for Saquon Barkley (RB) unlike the 2023 season.
Coach, coach, coach
– This Tuesday, the Commanders announced that they had hired John Glenn as assistant special teams coach.
– According to NewOrleans.Football on Tuesday, the Saints signed Keith Williams to be the wide receivers coach.
– Rams coach Sean McVay made the new arrivals to his staff official this Tuesday. They are Dave Ragone (quarterbacks coach), Giff Smith (defensive line coach), Greg Williams (interior linebackers coach), Rob Calabrese (offensive assistant), Nate Scheelhaase (offensive assistant), Chili Davis (coach special teams assistant) and John Streicher (game plan coordinator).
– According to NFL media, on Tuesday, the Raiders signed Joe Philbin to their staff as a senior offensive assistant.
– The Titans announced Tuesday the addition of three assistant coaches: Colt Anderson (special teams coordinator), Scott Fuchs (offensive line assistant) and Steve Donatell (defensive assistant).
In short
– According to ESPN, this Tuesday, a report from the Baltimore police announced the end of investigations into Ravens receiver Zay Flowers. The rookie was charged with alleged domestic assault.
– Missouri prosecutors said Tuesday that two adults have been charged with murder following the shooting at the Chiefs parade.
Change for the College Football playoffs
In 2024, there will only be two universities left in PAC-12. As a result, the way to access the playoffs in College Football will evolve.
This Tuesday, the decision-making committee for the College Football playoffs announced a move from a 6-6 formula to a 5-7 formula. That is to say, those qualified for the playoffs will be the five highest ranked conference champions and then the next seven highest ranked universities.
Following this announcement, negotiations for the television rights contract can be finalized.
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