Evan Mathis
New Broncos G Evan Mathis said that his top priority was to play for a contending team this season, which is why he elected to sign with Denver over a more lucrative offer.
“The No. 1 priority in finding a new place to play was playing for a contender,” Mathis said, via Mike Klis of 9News in Denver. “The Broncos weren’t in the mix early on. They were kind of the darkhorse in the race. They emerged here late and I just couldn’t turn down that opportunity.”
Bears
- According to Rich Campbell, OLB Willie Young (Achilles) is on the roster bubble.
- Bears LT Jermon Bushrod left Tuesday’s practice with a back injury. (Jeff Dickerson)
Buccaneers
- Buccaneers signed P Jake Schum. (Greg Auman)
- Buccaneers waived S Derrick Wells. (Greg Auman)
Dolphins
- According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, there’s reportedly “some disappointment” internally within the Dolphins regarding right guard Billy Turner.
- Jackson mentions that rookie Jamil Douglas is getting an opportunity to compete with Turner for the job.
- As for the possibility of signing Evan Mathis, Jackson mentions that Miami liked him, but they weren’t willing to pay him what he got from the Broncos.
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