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Pryor Making an Impact
Rookie defensive tackle Myron Pryor has his seen workload steadily increase as the year has progressed, which owes to his versatility and progression within the Patriots system. Coach Bill Belichick praised Pryor for ability to play in both passing and running situations. Pryor is “kind of stocky,” Belichick said. But he is deceptively quick and [...]
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 [...]
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.’’ [...]
Rookie Pryor is shaping up on the defensive line
Myron Pryor is facing the big man’s conundrum: he needs to get into better shape to make sure he stays on the field, but he also needs to make sure he’s big enough to tangle with opposing offensive linemen. Fortunately for the Louisville native, being able to work himself into shape is easier these days. [...]
Pryor’s got potential as a Patriot
There was no sack dance for Myron Pryor. Not even after bringing down a quarterback for the first time in his first start in his first game. The rookie defensive lineman knows better than that. After he tackled Eagles star Donovan McNabb for a 6-yard loss in the Patriots’ 27-25 preseason win Thursday, he received [...]
Patriots & draft pick Pryor reach agreement
The Patriots and rookie defensive lineman Myron Pryor have agreed to terms on a contract, according to a league source. Pryor, who played at Kentucky, was drafted in the sixth round (207th overall). The agreement with Pryor means the Patriots have reached deals with three of their 12 draft choices (cornerback Darius Butler, offensive lineman [...]
George Bussey, Myron Pryor share common roots
While their hometown was awash in tout sheets and mint juleps, two proud sons of Louisville, Ky., spent the weekend in Foxboro participating in a different high-stakes derby. Patriots [team stats]’ second-day selections George Bussey (170th overall) and Myron Pryor (207th) were on opposite sides of the line during two days of double sessions at [...]
Video: Myron Pyror
Myron Pryor practically carried the Kentucky defense on his back. If you like to see nasty defensive tackles punishing offensive linemen, watch Pryor put on a one-day show for the scouts
Pryor Added to Shrine Game
University of Kentucky defensive tackle Myron Pryor has been added to the East roster for the East-West Shrine Game on Jan. 17 in Houston. The game will kick off on Saturday at 4 p.m. EST in Robertson Stadium at the University of Houston and will be televised by ESPN2. Pryor will wear uniform No. 98 [...]
