Packers add QB depth with Bortles as Rodgers saga continues
The Green Bay Packers have signed Blake Bortles as they attempt to add quarterback depth while MVP Aaron Rodgers’ future with the team remains uncertainMAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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MAY 13, 2021 • PACKERS.COM
Joins Packers as workouts approach Bortles agreed to a one-year contract with the Packers on Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Impact Prior to Bortles' signing, Jordan Love was the only quarterback slated to attend the start of in-person workouts April 17, so the 29-year-old's presence fills a clear need for depth at the position. The ongoing saga of Aaron Rodgers' disgruntlement with management will ultimately determine Bortles' chances of making the Packers' Week 1 roster in a backup capacity.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Broncos release No. 3 QB Jeff Driskel, sign tight end
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NFL draft: Players selected in the first round
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NFL Draft: Players selected in the first round
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Jaguars open NFL draft, Meyer era by drafting Lawrence
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Set to hit free agency Bortles didn't see game action for the Rams during the 2020 campaign, and he's set to hit free agency during the offseason.
Impact The third overall selection in the 2014 NFL Draft is unlikely to re-sign with Los Angeles after spending the past two seasons with the franchise. There's potential for Bortles to latch on with another team and even see the field in 2021, but he also likely has a long road ahead before warranting fantasy attention, even in the deepest of formats.
JANUARY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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JANUARY 16, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
McVay: Rams expect Aaron Donald to play vs Packers
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Jared Goff active for Rams less than 2 weeks after surgery
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Rams staggering to finish with multiple late-season woes
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Chiefs to start Henne against Herbert, Chargers on Sunday
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Cashing in: Rams QB Wolford to make high-profile NFL debut
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Officially signs with Rams The Rams signed Bortles off the Broncos' practice squad Tuesday.
Impact With Jared Goff (thumb) ruled out for the season finale against the Cardinals, Bortles will return to Los Angeles to serve as John Wolford's backup. Bortles spent the entirety of the 2019 season with the Rams, so he has enough familiarity with the system to be ready if called upon. Meanwhile, Wolford -- who entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2018 -- will make his NFL debut Sunday.
DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
NFL Rumors: Will LA Rams sign Blake Bortles or Dwayne Haskins? The LA Rams are the topic of NFL Rumors. The team is scrambling to sign a veteran quarterback. But will it be Bortles or Haskins? The LA Ram...
DECEMBER 29, 2020 • RAMBLINFAN.COM
Potential return to Rams Bortles is being targeted as a possible backup for the Rams this weekend according to head coach Sean McVay, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Bortles spent time with the Broncos earlier this season, bouncing between the active roster and practice squad for several weeks. Now with Jared Goff (thumb) ruled out, the Rams may look to bring in the veteran, who spent the 2019 campaign in Los Angeles. Currently, the only other quarterback on the Rams' active roster is John Wolford.
DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jared Goff to miss Rams' season finale after thumb surgery
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Jaguars seemingly win Lawrence with 41-17 home loss to Bears
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