Homeland Security said Friday that stepped-up efforts to target the cartels that control migrant smuggling at the U.S.-Mexico border are paying off, with as many as 900 people a day derailed from their plans to cross. … [Read more...] about DHS says anti-smuggler efforts stop 900 illegal immigrants a day
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Ron Rivera says Curtis Samuel is not injured, Commanders being cautious with his return
Washington’s OTAs were open to the media on Wednesday, and two players were noticeably sidelined. Running back Antonio Gibson and wide receiver Curtis Samuel were out. After Samuel played in only five games last season, his absence was a topic of conversation. After practice, head coach Ron Rivera met with the media and was asked about Samuel. “Curtis was a rest day [Wednesday] … [Read more...] about Ron Rivera says Curtis Samuel is not injured, Commanders being cautious with his return
Carson Wentz 'excited' to get to work with Terry McLaurin
New Washington quarterback Carson Wentz has made a positive impression with his teammates this spring. Head coach Ron Rivera has spoken of how Wentz has been a good fit in the locker room thus far and, in the early part of OTAs, appears to be developing a solid rapport with his wide receivers, most notably rookie Jahan Dotson. One player we haven’t seen Wentz throw passes to … [Read more...] about Carson Wentz 'excited' to get to work with Terry McLaurin
Kendall Fuller displays poise with Washington media
As the Washington Commanders concluded their second phase Wednesday of Organized Team Activities (OTAs), cornerback Kendall Fuller was one of several players to speak with the media. Regarding the slow start by the defense in the 2021 season, Fuller said they are attempting to take advantage of every day (in OTAs) in trying to learn how defensive backs see coverage … [Read more...] about Kendall Fuller displays poise with Washington media
What made Ron Rivera furious during Wednesday's OTAs?
Every NFL team has 10 OTA practices in the spring as the final phase of the offseason program. There are strict rules during OTAs, the main one being that no live contact is permitted. Here it is straight from the NFL: Teams may conduct a total of 10 days of organized team practice activity, or “OTAs”. No live contact is permitted, but 7-on-7, 9-on-7, and 11-on-11 drills are … [Read more...] about What made Ron Rivera furious during Wednesday's OTAs?