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He also grades practice-squad running back Andre Brown's test, who asked to take it to stay mentally sharp.
Pencils Down, Linemen Aditi Kinkhabwala 2012
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For the strong-armed Shepard to merit consideration in a battle with holdover practice-squad player Chris Pizzotti for the possible No. 3 QB spot with the team, he will have to improve his throwing accuracy, which was spotty in college.
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On tape, Alexander's ability "jumped off the screen" to defensive coordinator Jim Haslett, who strongly believed the former undrafted college free agent and practice-squad player would make a successful transition in a backup role.
Lorenzo Alexander 'very comfortable' with role in 3-4 defense Jason Reid 2010
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He also reported that the Jets found out about the Patriots strategy when a player they signed off the New England practice-squad, Shawn Crable, told them.
VIDEO EVIDENCE: Patriots Formed Tripping Wall In Week 2 Michael Klopman 2011
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DE Ronald Talley, a practice-squad player as a rookie last season, is out indefinitely as he recovers from offseason knee surgery.
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So if Portis does return this season, it is possible he would play a secondary role to the former practice-squad player.
Clinton Portis: Crackdown on hitting could make game less exciting Jason Reid 2010
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The Redskins made two practice-squad moves Tuesday, signing running back Jeremiah Johnson and releasing running back Quinn Porter.
Redskins sign Jeremiah Johnson to practice squad Jason Reid 2010
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He also reported that the Jets found out about the Patriots strategy when a player they signed off the New England practice-squad, Shawn Crable, told them.
VIDEO EVIDENCE: Patriots Formed Tripping Wall In Week 2 Michael Klopman 2011
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And he has to hope beyond hope that the mistreatment of McNabb doesn't cost the Redskins free agents down the road, players who would gladly take someone else's money knowing they will be at least respected as established professionals instead of practice-squad fodder.
Donovan McNabb was the toy Kyle Shanahan never wanted Mike Wise 2010
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Wide receiver Anthony Armstrong has ascended from a practice-squad player in 2009 to the No. 2 wide receiver in 2010.
Roster analysis: Return on investment J.I. Halsell 2010
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