Cowboys, Lamar, Tua, Jefferson, Geno, Interesting

Fallout from the Cowboys' big win — including Tom Brady's future + interesting updates on Lamar Jackson, Tua Tagovailoa, and Justin Jefferson  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Jan 17, 2023 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Stathead](  Cowboys [Dak Prescott] Cowboys beat Bucs 31-14, will face 49ers in Divisional Round Details: The Cowboys controlled the game from start to finish and will advance to the next round with a lot of momentum. Big Performance: Dak Prescott had one of the finest performances of his career, accounting for 329 yards (305 passing, 24 rushing), 5 touchdowns (4 passing, 1 rushing), and no turnovers. - Dalton Schultz (7-95-2), Tony Pollard (89 scrimmage yards), and CeeDee Lamb (4-68-1) were key offensive playmakers. Dominant: The Cowboys’ defense pitched a first-half shutout and only yielded meaningful yards and points to the Bucs in garbage time. Concern: Brett Maher — who missed four extra points — was the only area of disappointment/concern for Dallas Divisional: The Cowboys will visit the red-hot 49ers (winners of 11 straight) on Sunday. San Francisco beat Dallas 23-17 in the Wild Card round last season. Brady's Future: Tom Brady will not put a timeline on a decision about his future. If he chooses to continue his career, the Raiders stand out as a likely landing spot. - Albert Breer [hinted]( after the game that the 49ers and Dolphins may have interest as well. - Some think Brady's post-game press conference sounded like a [good-bye]( to the Bucs' organization and local media. Image: Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire Lamar [Lamar Jackson] Two NFL insiders speculate that the Ravens could trade Lamar Jackson Details: Mike Sando (The Athletic) and Charles Robinson (Yahoo Sports) both published pieces on Monday indicating that the Ravens could end up trading Jackson. - Jackson, whose contract is up in March, wants a fully guaranteed contract — similar to the deal Deshaun Watson signed last year. Sando: An NFL executive with ties to the Ravens [told]( Sando that a divorce is likely, as the Ravens “will never give him the Watson-type contract he reportedly covets.” - The executive also said that there “will definitely be a market for Lamar if the Ravens want to trade him,” and went on to list the Texans, Falcons, and Dolphins as possible landing spots. Robinson: Robinson [writes]( that the relationship between Jackson and the Ravens is clearly not in a good place. He also mentions that “some very well-connected people are now openly opining that Jackson’s days in Baltimore are numbered.” - It's worth noting that Sean Payton predicted on the Fox pregame show that Jackson had played his [final]( game with the Ravens. Fuel to the Fire: Jackson — who missed the Ravens’ final six games with a knee injury — posted a [cryptic]( quote on Monday implying that he is being under-appreciated. Image: Mark Alberti/Icon Sportswire Tua [Tua Tagovailoa] Dolphins expect Tua Tagovailoa back as starting QB in 2023 Details: Dolphins GM Chris Grier told reporters on Monday that the organization [plans]( to move forward with Tagovailoa at quarterback. - Grier’s commitment is an attempt to end speculation that the team is looking to move on from the 24-year-old over long-term concussion concerns. Review: Tagovailao missed five games this season due to two separate concussions. When on the field, he performed at a high level, completing 64.8% of his passes for 3,548 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions. He won 8 of his 13 starts. Not Concerned: Grier indicated that doctors and consultants do not believe Tagovailoa is at an elevated risk for concussions in the future. The team expects Tagovailoa — who is still in concussion protocol — to gain full clearance for offseason work. Deadline: The Dolphins have until May 1 to exercise the fifth-year option on Tagovailoa’s rookie contract. Image: Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire Jefferson [Justin Jefferson] Justin Jefferson on extension: If they want me here, I’m here Background: Jefferson, like all members of the 2020 draft class, is now eligible for a contract extension. Wanted: When [asked]( about his desire to stay in Minnesota long-term, Jefferson said, “I mean, I will be wherever I’m wanted. If they want me here, I’m here. That’s not something that I can really control.” Top Paid: The 23-year-old will look to top Tyreek Hill ($30 million average annual value) as the league’s highest-paid receiver. - Jefferson led the league in receptions (128) and receiving yards (1,809) in 2022. Notable Names: Other members of the 2020 class who could get extensions this year include: Bengals QB Joe Burrow, Giants OT Andrew Thomas, Chargers QB Justin Herbert, Bucs RT Tristan Wirfs, Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb, Colts RB Jonathan Taylor, Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs, and Eagles QB Jalen Hurts. Image: Nick Wosika/Icon Sportswire Geno [Geno Smith] Seahawks and Geno Smith have had preliminary contract discussions Details: Pete Carroll said on Monday that the Seahawks [hope]( to sign Smith to a long-term deal. - Though acknowledged that talks are still in the early stages. Solid: Smith had a career year in 2022, completing 69.8% of his passes for 4,282 yards, 30 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. He guided Seattle to a respectable 9-8 record. - The 32-year-old led the league in completion percentage. - Though failed to crack 7.0 yards per pass attempt in his final five games. No. 5: Negotiations could get interesting, as the Seahawks hold the No. 5 pick in the draft (acquired from the Broncos via the Russell Wilson trade), which they could use to select a quarterback. Image: Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire Interesting File [Dexter Lawrence] Interesting File: Lawrence, Jackson, Hubbard, Harbaugh, NFL Draft Lawrence: According to Next Gen Stats, Giants DT Dexter Lawrence has generated 29 pressures aligned as a 0-technique this season, which is 21 [more]( than any other player. Jackson: Lawrence’s teammate — CB Adoree’ Jackson — limited Justin Jefferson to [just]( 6 catches for 35 yards in the Giants’ wild card victory over the Vikings. - Jackson will contend with A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith in the Divisional Round on Saturday. Hubbard: Bengals DE Sam Hubbard [traveled]( 123.6 yards on his instantly iconic 98-yard fumble return touchdown. The 123.6 yards are the most distance traveled by a ball carrier on a touchdown this season. Harbaugh: Jim Harbaugh — who interviewed with the Broncos last week — has decided to [stay]( at Michigan. NFL Draft: Ohio State QB CJ Stroud (a likely top-5 pick) and TCU WR Quentin Johnston (a likely first-round pick) have declared for the NFL Draft. Image: Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire More News - [Cardinals]( will interview DC Vance Joseph for HC this week - [Texans]( completed an interview with Sean Payton - [DeMeco Ryans]( expected to meet with the Colts, Texans, Broncos, and Cardinals this week - [Cardinals]( hired Monti Ossenfort as GM - [Bengals]( LT Jonah Williams is week-to-week with a dislocated kneecap - [Colts]( requested interviews with Giants OC Mike Kafka and DC Wink Martindale Together with Stathead Question of the Day Which QB was blitzed the most in the regular season? - Jared Goff - Geno Smith - Justin Herbert - Jalen Hurts Sign up for a monthly subscription and get your first month free, or use “[LEGIT20](” to save $20 off one year of Stathead Football. [See Answer]( Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up [here](. [Unsubscribe]( Copyright © 2022 Legit Football. All rights reserved. 710 Main Street South #572, Southbury CT 06488