Archive for September, 2009
Patriots high on Myron Pryor
The New England Patriots’ latest sixth-round discovery is defensive lineman Myron Pryor.
And the former University of Kentucky standout has shined so far, contributing more than higher-drafted players through three games.
The 6-foot-1, 310-pound defensive lineman played extensively against the Atlanta Falcons, registering three tackles as he replaced injured nose guard Vince Wilfork.
“This week Myron happened to [...]
Broncos ink 11-year vet Holliday
Defensive lineman Vonnie Holliday has signed a one-year contract with Denver, FOXSports.com has learned.
Financial terms weren’t immediately available.
An 11-year NFL veteran, Holliday played the last two sea sons with the Dolphins. He started 15 games in 2008 but was released in March after refusing to accept a pay cut. Holliday drew interest from New England [...]
Pryor doing his summer reading
In 2005, upon his arrival at the University of Kentucky, Myron Pryor learned that life as a Southeastern Conference defensive lineman hardly would resemble his routine at Louisville’s Eastern High School.
“When I first got to college,’’ recalled Pryor, “I didn’t even know how to pass rush. I just thought you bull-rush all the time.’’
This year, [...]
Quinn preaches versatility
The Seahawks practiced outside in the rain for a little less than two hours this afternoon, working on the game plan for Oakland.
Players sitting out include Marcus Trufant (back), Walter Jones (knee), Chris Spencer (quad), C.J. Wallace (ribs), Travis Fisher (hamstring), T.J. Houshmandzadeh (soreness), Seneca Wallace (groin), Cory Withrow (unspecified) and Logan Payne (leg).
C.J. [...]
