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GettyRichard Sherman
The word of former Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers star Richard Sherman carries weight in the NFL. Sherman, who is a Fan-Controlled Football League investor/owner, saw great potential in a young receiver named Andrew Jamiel and recommended him for an NFL tryout.
The New England Patriots took the advice of the future Hall of Famer and brought in Jamiel for a practice. Sherman took to Twitter to congratulate Jamiel on his opportunity and slap a pretty impressive prediction on the young WR.
Sherman urged the Patriots to “get your next big WR slot.”
According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, the Patriots were debating whether or not to offer Jamiel the opportunity to train for them, so they called Sherman for his opinion. Per Reiss, Sherman said, “what took you so long? »
The Patriots did not sign Jamiel
The Patriots had four WRs and a tight end for a July 25 practice, per Reiss. Unfortunately, the Patriots didn’t sign any of the prospects, at least not immediately.
The Patriots had the following free agents for practices:
WR Derrick Dillon (LSU)WR Terry Godwin (Géorgie)WR Andrew Jamiel (Stonehill)TE La’Michael Pettway (Iowa State)WR Cinque Sweeting (Slippery Rock)
With open spots on the roster, an indication that the team is eyeing more depth.
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) July 25, 2022
New England signed former Florida WR Josh Hammond on Friday, July 29, but that doesn’t mean they couldn’t see Jamiel again anytime soon.
According to QU Chronicle’s Ethan Hurwitz, Jamiel’s practice went well, although the Patriots opted not to pull the trigger on a trade.
Practice for Andrew Jamiel and Cinque Sweeting went well, a source says.
However, the #Patriots will not sign Jamiel.
– Ethan Hurwitz (@HurwitzSports) 25 juillet 2022
Jamiel looks like a dynamic slotted wide receiver. He’s only 5-foot-9 and weighs 175 pounds, but he’s remarkably quick in and out of his breaks. Jamiel is apparently a chore to cover, and his performance in the FCFL would support that concept.
Jamiel’s 21 receptions led the league. He also had 323 receiving yards and 8 TD receptions. FCFL matches are played indoors and on 50-meter courts. It’s fun to imagine how effectively Jamiel could work in space in the NFL. We don’t know if he’ll ever get a chance at this point, but don’t rule out the Patriots or another NFL team calling him up for another practice, even if he’s to start on the squad. coaching.
The Chicago Bears — despite just acquiring N’Keal Harry from the Patriots for a seventh-round pick — could apparently use the wide receiver’s help. This is another team that could potentially give Jamiel a look.
Patriots Ratings and QuotesDavid Andrews Returned From PUP List
The Patriots were well received in Friday’s practice at training camp in Foxborough. Center David Andrews was active and available when he came off the physically unable to perform list, according to CLNS’ Mike Kadlick:
Andrews, James White, Jonathan Jones, Raekwon McMillan and Jabrill Peppers were all placed on the active/PUP roster ahead of training camp. All are eligible to break away at any time, so the watch is officially on for all of them.
McMillan was dropped from the roster on July 26. The wait could be a bit longer for Jones, Peppers and White, whose injuries need a little longer to heal.
TE Jonnu Smith had a great day in training
The Patriots need more Jonnu Smith than they got from him in 2021. The talented TE had a disappointing first season with the Patriots with just 28 receptions for 294 yards and a TD. It’s very early days, but according to NFL Network’s Mike Giardi, Smith had a day on Friday.
1. Jonnu Smith appeared today. A few grabs in the end zone during the same 7-on-7 period, including a very athletic and bouncing grab on safety Kyle Dugger. Also did a toe tap in what could be described as a 4v4 half court drill. https://t.co/M6IxXCR64f
— Mike Giardi (@MikeGiardi) July 29, 2022
The Patriots hope Smith can bottle that kind of performance and drink it every Sunday in the 2022 season.
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