GENARD AVERY NEWS

Steelers add depth to linebacker corps with veteran Genard Avery Avery started 12 games for the Eagles last season and has 7 1/2 career sacks.

MARCH 28, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Former Eagles' LB Genard Avery to sign with the Steelers #NFLFreeAgency: former #Eagles pass rusher Genard Avery is set to sign with the #Steelers

MARCH 28, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Clears COVID protocols Avery was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Impact Avery missed the Eagles' season finale against the Cowboys, but with his return from COVID protocols he should suit up Sunday against the Buccaneers.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Avery was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after testing positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Avery had three tackles (two solo) and a sack during Sunday's win over Washington but is now on the COVID-19 list. The 26-year-old still has a chance to play Week 18 but will need to clear the league protocols before retaking the field.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles put 12 on COVID-19 list with playoff spot in hand

The Philadelphia Eagles have placed defensive tackle Fletcher Cox and tight end Dallas Goedert along with 10 others on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday ahead of Saturday’s regular-...

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: LB Genard Avery reads snap count like a book for blitzing TFL Eagles linebacker Genard Avery reads snap count like a book for blitzing TFL.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Crackdown on taunting is working the way the NFL intended

The NFL’s crackdown on unsportsmanlike penalties is working the way the league intended

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Highlight: LB Genard Avery's third-down shoestring tackle keeps Bucs from moving chains Eagles linebacker Genard Avery's third-down shoestring tackle keeps Tampa Bay Buccaneers from moving chains.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Past groin issue Avery (groin) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Impact Avery dealt with a groin injury in the preseason but will open the regular season healthy for the Eagles. He switched from defensive end to linebacker during the offseason and is listed as the starting strongside linebacker on the depth chart.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin injury Avery is considered day-to-day with a groin injury, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Impact It doesn't appear to be a serious injury, so Avery could end up making a quick return to practice. The 26-year-old played a minor role on the Eagles' defensive line over the past couple years before switching to linebacker during the offseason.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moving to linebacker Avery intends to switch from defensive end to linebacker in 2021, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Avery only has handled about 150 defensive snaps across 19 games with the Eagles over the last two seasons, but perhaps he can be more productive at linebacker. The positional shift could allow him more opportunities to rack up tackles, but until Avery is able to earn more consistent playing time, he won't be worth much fantasy consideration in IDP formats. The 25-year-old is entering the final year of his rookie deal, making 2021 a pivotal season in his career.

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

QB Jones inactive for Giants; McCoy to start at Seattle

The New York Giants will be without starting quarterback Daniel Jones for Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eagles bring back Genard Avery from injured reserve; no surprises among the inactives vs. Seahawks As seemed evident going into the weekend, tight end Zach Ertz did not return for Monday night's game.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • INQUIRER.COM

Eagles activate DE Genard Avery from Injured Reserve for game vs. the Seahawks The Eagles announced three roster moves on Monday ahead of tonight’s kickoff against the Seattle Seahawks. Pass rusher Genard Avery is retur...

NOVEMBER 30, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Returns from injured reserve Avery (elbow) was activated from injured reserve Monday.

Impact The 25-year-old received the return designation last week and apparently looked good during his first week of practice since late October. Avery should return to his rotational role on the defensive line for Philadelphia.

NOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Roster Moves: Eagles activate 21-day practice window for DE Genard Avery; place CB Cre'Von LeBlanc on Injured Reserve The Eagles also released running back Adrian Killins from the practice squad and protected four practice squad players for Week 12.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Back at practice Avery (elbow) has been activated to the Eagles' 21-day practice window, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact The Eagles will now have three weeks to decide if they want to bring the defensive end back to the active roster. If that is the case, they will need to clear a roster spot for Avery. In six games this season, Avery has recorded five tackles, 1.5 sacks and a pass defensed.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on IR The Eagles placed Avery (elbow) on injured reserve Friday.

Impact Avery didn't play a defensive snap in the Week 7 win over the Giants, and now he'll miss at least three weeks as he rehabs an elbow injury. The third-year defensive end out of Memphis will target a Week 11 return against the Browns.

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Roster Moves: Eagles place DE Genard Avery and LB Nathan Gerry on Injured Reserve The Eagles have four open roster spots ahead of Sunday night's showdown.

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Eagles pass rush gets ‘the breakout game we’ve been waiting for’ from Genard Avery in win Genard Avery stepped up for the Philadelphia Eagles in their upset win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4 of the 2020 NFL season.

OCTOBER 6, 2020 • PENNLIVE.COM

Chiefs missing 3 injured starters on defense vs. Chargers

The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are without three starters on defense against the Los Angeles Chargers

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Absent from injury report Avery (lower body) is not listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Impact Avery suffered a lower body injury during the late portions of training camp, but he's returned to full health to kick off the regular season. He's slated to handle a reserve role at defensive end against Washington on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Eagles news: Genard Avery reportedly avoids serious injury and more The Philadelphia Eagles defensive end suffered a bone bruise Wednesday, according to NFL Media.

AUGUST 28, 2020 • PENNLIVE.COM

Day-to-day Avery is day-to-day with a lower-body injury, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Avery was carted off the field during Wednesday's practice so it's a reassuring sign that his status is currently day-to-day. The defensive end is competing for a reserve role after coming over from the Browns in the offseason.

AUGUST 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles Injury Report: Genard Avery listed as day to day with a lower body injury The Eagles received some really good news on Thursday when talented pass rusher Genard Avery was listed as day to day with a lower-body inju...

AUGUST 27, 2020 • USATODAY.COM