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8/23/22
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2022 NFL Training Camp News, Notes and Live Updates
Dolphins Discipline
The NFL threatened to significantly further discipline the Miami Dolphins for tampering violations. The Dolphins have already been stripped of multiple draft picks for their transgressions, and owner Stephen Ross was fined $1.5 million and suspended for six games.
So after docking the #Dolphins multiple draft picks, the NFL continues to threaten significant discipline for tampering violations and included this refresher on rules regarding trade talks with today’s memo. https://t.co/3gnTpcEMxC pic.twitter.com/8OxC56OQON
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 15, 2022
Jets WR Garrett Wilson Compares Flacco and Wilson
When asked about the difference between catching passes from Joe Flacco as opposed to Zach Wilson, Garrett Wilson had a few interesting comments. He acknowledged Flacco’s veteran savvy and his ability to understand the situation and execute accordingly. When describing Flacco’s passes he called them, “receiver friendly.” Wilson praised Flacco’s ability to take some “pace” off the ball on slants, and add pace on out routes.
When asked the difference between Zach Wilson and Joe Flacco, Garrett Wilson said Flacco throws a “receiver friendly” ball. Here’s why: pic.twitter.com/OtpNNxFvaS
— Henry McKenna (@henrycmckenna) August 15, 2022
Saints Sign Jon Bostic
The New Orleans Saints have signed LB Jon Bostic. The former second-round pick has carved out a solid six-year NFL career playing for four different clubs. In that span he has 418 tackles and 7.5 sacks to his credit. His veteran presence and experience will be a welcomed addition to the Saints’ defense.
Saints have signed veteran linebacker Jon Bostic.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 15, 2022
Dolphins Sign CB Mackensie Alexander
The Dolphins continue to make headlines today, signing former second-round pick Mackensie Alexander. In his six-year NFL career, Alexander has recorded three interceptions and 134 total tackles. Alexander will replace Trill Williams, who recently suffered an ACL tear.
#Dolphins have signed former #Vikings 2nd round pick, CB Mackensie Alexander, per his agent @davidcanter
They recently lost CB Trill Williams to a torn ACL.
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) August 15, 2022