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C. Harris - DB

LAC

The Eagles are considering Washington Football Team defensive backs coach Chris Harris for the team's open defensive coordinator position.

Harris, a longtime Bears safety before ending his career with the Jaguars, just finished his first year as Washington's defensive backs coach. The Football Team's secondary was a solid unit throughout the season, helped by the team's vicious defensive line. Harris has coached for the Bears and the Chargers, where he was credited with developing first-round pick Derwin James in one of the NFL's most dominant secondaries at the time. Harris would face the Football Team twice a season if he lands the Philadelphia gig.

Added Jan 23 5:45 pm (EST)

John Keim on Twitter

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D. Haskins - QB

PIT

Steelers hosted ex-Washington Football Team QB Dwayne Haskins Thursday.

Steelers are in need of a backup quarterback with only Mason Rodolph under contract behind Ben Roethlisberger in 2021, but Haskins ain't it. Only one year removed from coming off the board as Washington's No. 15 overall pick, Haskins showed zero signs of development or maturity for a revamped organization last year, finally getting benched and waived (with no team claiming him) altogether ahead of the regular season finale. Despite his surrounding interest, the 23-year-old isn't expected to sign anywhere until the new league year.

Added Jan 21 10:53 am (EST)

Ian Rapoport on Twitter

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D. Lock - QB

DEN

Broncos president of football operations John Elway said he remains high on Drew Lock, but that new GM George Paton "will continue to look to fill that spot if we don't think that Drew is that guy."

Elway called Lock's 2020 "essentially his rookie year," attributing his lack of development to various reasons, including the COVID-19 pandemic, young supporting cast and new offensive coordinator. For his part, Paton did not commit to Lock, but he did throw some bouquets his way. “I liked Drew coming out of the draft. A big arm, athletic, a play-maker,” Paton said. “I’ve watched enough tape to know that he’s talented. He can develop.” Lock's physical tools will always intrigue, while there is some truth to what Elway said. It's just hard to believe he is going to improve to the degree he needs to. Lock will have to make an even bigger leap than Josh Allen did when it comes to accuracy and decision-making. Allen's 2020 breakthrough was coming from a much higher baseline.

Added Jan 19 1:55 pm (EST)

Kyle Fredrickson on Twitter

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D. Watson - QB

HOU

ESPN reports not even firing executive vice president of football operations Jack Easterby would change Deshaun Watson's mind about wanting out of Houston.

"(Owner) Cal McNair would have to fire Cal McNair," were the words of a source close to Watson. ESPN also reports the Texans have "had internal conversations about possible trade partners and what their quarterback position would look like in the future without Watson." It is looking more and more like this train has left the station. The Texans hold nearly all the leverage — NFL teams always do with their players — but unless the Texans are willing to play hardball to a degree probably not seen since Carson Palmer's situation in Cincinnati, this is going to end with Watson playing somewhere else in 2021. Sporting a no-trade clause, Watson will hold most of the cards if and when the sides decide to officially pursue a trade.

Added Jan 17 6:22 pm (EST)

ESPN

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C. Davis - DB

Carlton Davis (groin) is active for the Wild Card Round against the Washington Football Team.

Davis missed Weeks 16 and 17. With Terry McLaurin at less than 100 percent health as he battles an ankle injury with journeyman Taylor Heinicke under center, Davis might not have to do much in his return to the lineup.

Added Jan 09 6:55 pm (EST)

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M. Evans - WR

Mike Evan (knee) is active for the Wild Card Round against the Washington Football Team.

We aren't sure how close Evans is to 100 percent health, but his status never really appeared to be in doubt. His Week 17 injury turned out to be more of a scare than anything else. Be that as it may, with the Football Team walking wounded and perhaps close to incapable of scoring points, it is possible Evans' snaps are rationed out of an abundance of caution. Inactive for the Bucs are RB LeSean McCoy, WR Justin Watson, TE Antony Auclair, OG Aaron Stinnie, CB Herb Miller and DT Jeremiah Ledbetter.

Added Jan 09 6:50 pm (EST)

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T. Heinicke - QB

WAS

Taylor Heinicke will start the Washington Football Team's Saturday Wild Card game against the Bucs.

Alex Smith (calf) is out after looking unable to move in Week 17 and feeling worse during the week. It will be just the second start of 27-year-old Heinicke's NFL career. He will be tasked with handing the ball off and dinking and dunking as the Football Team prays for its front seven to wreck Tom Brady.

Added Jan 09 4:41 pm (EST)

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M. Evans - WR

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports Mike Evans "plans to play" in the Wild Card game against the Football Team.

Evans is officially listed as questionable after getting in some practice work late in the week. It's possible that he plays in a reduced role, especially if the Bucs jump out to a big lead as touchdown favorites. Evans' status will be monitored up until kickoff. Scotty Miller would be a three-receiver set starter if Evans is ultimately scratched.

Added Jan 08 7:57 pm (EST)

Mike Garafolo on Twitter

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M. Evans - WR

Mike Evans (knee) is questionable for the Wild Card Round against the Washington Football Team.

Evans has been labeled a game-time decision, but he continues to trend in the right direction. "He's lived in the training room and done a great job with it," coach Bruce Arians said. "And in the meeting room, staying off his feet. Today's the first day he tried to do much active movement, and it was OK, hopefully. We'll see how sore he is tomorrow." An MRI reportedly revealed no structural damage, while "swelling has been minimal." We would expect Evans out there on Saturday evening, though it's possible he will be on a snap count for a game where the Bucs are 8.5-point favorites.

Added Jan 07 4:17 pm (EST)

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T. Davis - LB

WAS

Washington Football Team LB Thomas Davis has announced Sunday will be his final regular season game.

37-year-old Davis originally planned to retire following the 2019 season, but he changed his mind. Injuries have helped limit Davis to only 137 snaps in 2020, his 16th season. A 2015 first-team All-Pro, Davis' career has been one of a few huge years, injury comebacks and occasionally questionable hits. Davis lacks a Hall-of-Fame résumé, but his longevity will probably at least make it a conversation.

Added Dec 29 4:50 pm (EST)

Tom Pelissero on Twitter

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D. Haskins - QB

PIT

Ex-Washington Football Team QB Dwayne Haskins went unclaimed on waivers.

It's not surprising after Haskins' spectacular flameout in Washington this month, and really the past two years. Haskins is still only 23, but the two biggest questions about his NFL future — mindset and movement skills — have not been put to rest. For what it's worth, NFL Network's Jim Trotter spoke with a head coach Tuesday who believes Haskins' career is "salvageable." Haskins playing in his hometown was viewed as a poor idea from the start from many in the loop. Haskins will almost certainly get an offseason second chance, but it will be a "zero tolerance" situation wherever he ends up.

Added Dec 29 4:28 pm (EST)

Mike Garafolo on Twitter

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D. Haskins - QB

PIT

Washington Football Team waived QB Dwayne Haskins.

It's the culmination of a professionally catastrophic week for Haskins, who was fined $40,000 and stripped of his team captain title after violating COVID-19 protocols by attending a party maskless. The team was forced into starting him in Week 16 against the Panthers, who looked like the 1985 Bears defense with Haskins completing half of his passes for 154 yards, two interceptions, and a fumble. He was benched in favor of Taylor Heinicke, who had never played a regular season NFL snap but proved a major upgrade over Haskins. Heinicke will back up Alex Smith (calf) if Smith is able to play in the Football Team's critical Week 17 matchup against the Eagles. He ends his tumultuous two-year run in Washington with a 60.1 percent completion rate, 12 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions. In a statement, head coach Ron Rivera thanked Haskins for his contributions. Haskins will be another team's project.

Added Dec 28 12:43 pm (EST)

Ian Rapoport on Twitter

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H. Jones - G

MIN

Hunter Jones has been sent to AHL Iowa.

Jones had been part of the taxi squad. He had a 2.75 GAA and .913 save percentage in 49 OHL games last season.

Added 10:48 am (EST)

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B. Hardy - RP

MIN

Brewers signed LHP Blaine Hardy to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Hardy did not pitch in 2020 after undergoing Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery in late March. The 33-year-old left-hander probably won't be ready for the beginning of the 2021 regular season.

Added 10:38 am (EST)

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J. Yamamoto - SP

MIA

Marlins designated RHP Jordan Yamamoto for assignment.

Yamamoto had a promising showing as a rookie in 2019 before getting lit up for 24 runs -- 23 earned -- over just 11 1/3 innings last summer. The 24-year-old right-hander should draw interest on the waiver wire.

Added 10:35 am (EST)

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A. Bass - RP

Marlins signed RHP Anthony Bass to a two-year, $5 million contract with a club option for 2023.

The deal was agreed to last Friday and has now been made official after Bass passed the necessary pre-signing physical exam. He registered a solid 3.54 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, and 64/26 K/BB ratio in 73 2/3 innings with the Blue Jays and Mariners between 2019-2020 and should make for a fine middle relief option in Miami.

Added 10:31 am (EST)

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D. Gafford - PF

CHI

Daniel Gafford said recently that he's working through the adjustment of moving from the bench to the starting lineup, according to Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic.

Wendell Carter Jr. (quad) is expected to miss four weeks due to the severe bruise that he suffered last week, which has opened up a spot in the starting lineup for Gafford. Unfortunately for the second-year center, he's struggled some with the adjustment process. "In general, coming off the bench before, I feel like I came in and did what I had to do," Gafford said. "I came in and I gave guys energy. I came in, I played great defense. I blocked shots. I got stops. I kept guys in front of me. Just with this starting stuff, I’ve got to really lock in more onto the task at hand and the task that’s in front of us." Bulls coach Billy Donovan also has the option of using Lauri Markkanen at the five in spurts, but due to his lack of physicality that isn't something that Chicago will want to do full-time. Gafford won't lack for chances to snap out of his current slump, which makes it worthwhile to hang onto him for the time being.

Added 10:15 am (EST)

The Athletic

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A. Rosario - SS

CLE

Mike Puma of the New York Post writes that the Reds "have been discussing whether a trade with Cleveland for Amed Rosario might make sense."

This could be an indication that the Reds are prepared to be out-bid by the Phillies -- or some other mystery team -- for free agent shortstop Didi Gregorius. Rosario has only been a member of the Indians organization for about three weeks, but he and his $2.4 million salary for 2021 could soon get flipped to another club. The 25-year-old had a rough showing with the Mets last season, though he did put up a respectable .755 OPS with 15 home runs, 72 RBI, 19 stolen bases, and 75 runs scored over 157 games in 2019.

Added 10:13 am (EST)

Mike Puma on Twitter

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M. Oni - SG

UTA

Miye Oni played 10 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Mavericks, grabbing five rebounds.

Oni, who did not attempt a shot during his time on the court, picked up rotation minutes due to the absence of Donovan Mitchell (concussion). There's no need to consider picking up Oni in any league format, even if Mitchell has to miss an extended period of time. The Jazz will host the Mavericks again Friday night.

Added 10:10 am (EST)

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R. Hintz - F

DAL

Roope Hintz (lower body) is questionable for Thursday's game.

Hintz didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, but he might still be an option despite that. “Roope, we’ll see what he’s feeling like in the morning,” Stars coach Rick Bowness said on Wednesday. “If he skates, he becomes a game-time decision. If he doesn’t skate, we’ll have to make that call tomorrow.” Hintz has a goal and five points in two games this season.

Added 10:04 am (EST)

Dallas Morning News

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