Falcons look for another strong finish to lost season
For the third year in a row, Atlanta heads into the final month of the season with not a lot to play for beyond prideDECEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JAMES CARPENTER
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 SeahawksDECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jones, Gurley questionable for Falcons vs Saints
Atlanta Falcons receiver Julio Jones and running back Todd Gurley are questionable for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans SaintsDECEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jones back at practice for Falcons, questionable vs. Saints
Julio Jones returned to practice as a limited participant \and is listed as questionable for the Atlanta Falcons’ game against the New Orleans SaintsDECEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sitting out Week 13 Carpenter (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact The 31-year-old sustained the groin injury during Week 12 and will miss at least one game as a result. Matt Hennessy filled in at left guard after Carpenter exited last week, though Justin McCray could also be in the mix.
DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
DNP to kick off practice week Carpenter (groin) did not participate during Wednesday's practice session, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Impact Carpenter was carted off the field during the fourth quarter of Sunday's 43-6 win over the Raiders, opening the door for third-round rookie Matt Hennessy to collect nine snaps at left guard to close out the game. The veteran's status is so far not looking promising for an approaching Sunday matchup against the Saints, but he will have two more opportunities to take on-field reps before the practice week is up.
DECEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons show plenty of pride after 0-5 start, coach change
After losing their first five games and firing the head coach, the Atlanta Falcons had every reason to throw in the towel on this seasonNOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Giants QB Jones, Panthers WR Moore depart with injuries
Daniel Jones left the New York Giants' 19-17 victory at Cincinnati with a hamstring injuryNOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Picks up groin injury Carpenter was carted off the field with a groin injury during Sunday's win over the Raiders, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact The starting left guard was replaced by Matt Hennessy for the remainder of the game. Carpenter will aim to return for next week's game against the Saints.
NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jones returns pick for TD, Falcons rout Carr, Raiders 43-6
Deion Jones returned an interception 67 yards for a touchdown, Matt Ryan threw a pair of short scoring passes, and the Atlanta Falcons thoroughly dominated Derek Carr and the bumbl...NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
In control of left guard position Carpenter fielded 70 of 75 offensive snaps during Sunday's 40-39 loss to the Cowboys.
Impact There was a period of training camp when the left guard job was very much considered up for grabs, but Carpenter's veteran presence has so far been preferred on the offensive line during game action. A knee injury in a late August scrimmage curtailed Matt Hennessy's pursuit of the role, but even with him being re-activated for Weeks 1 and 2, Carpenter played 85 percent of the offensive snaps. Carpenter appears to be the clear No. 1 option at left guard until further notice, especially with Atlanta only allowing three sacks through two games (surrendered 3.1 per contest in 2019).
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons commit to renewed run game with Gurley - for 1 half
The Atlanta Falcons showed in the first half of their loss to the Seattle Seahawks how their offense could look with a firm commitment to Todd Gurley and the running gameSEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Set to start Week 1 Carpenter went through warmups with the first-team offensive line prior to Sunday's game against the Seahawks, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Impact This development would indicate that the veteran has a slight leg-up on third-round rookie Matt Hennessy, who had his pursuit of a starting role curtailed by a knee injury suffered Aug. 28. Hennessy is active and available for Sunday's tilt, but it appears that Carpenter will get the first opportunity at left guard against his former team of four years.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons make final cuts to set 53-man roster for opener
The Atlanta Falcons cut former first-round pick Laquon Treadwell and two quarterbacks as they got down to the 53-man roster limit for the regular seasonSEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Returns to practice Carpenter has made it back onto the practice field after sitting out Monday's session with an undisclosed issue, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Impact The 2013-14 Super Bowl Champion is available once again for the Falcons, as he continues to vie for the starting left guard job. During his debut campaign in Atlanta last year, Carpenter assumed that role 11 times out of a possible 16 games while battling with injury. Rookie Matt Hennessy, meanwhile, had been substantially cutting into first-team reps at left guard before banging his knee during Friday's scrimmage. He remains day-to-day but is expected back in the near future to resume a crucial position battle with Carpenter.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons release former starting guard Jamon Brown
The Atlanta Falcons have released guard Jamon Brown, who started nine games in 2019AUGUST 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
In battle for left guard spot Carpenter is competing with Matt Gono and rookie Matt Hennessy for the starting job at left guard, Matthew Tabeek of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact The 31-year-old struggled with inconsistent play and injury during 2019, committing seven penalties and allowing four sacks before landing on injured reserve Dec. 20 with a concussion. Carpenter also battled with hip, groin and knee injuries throughout the campaign, and he ultimately only suited up for 11 regular-season contests while posting a subpar Pro Football Focus performance grade of 45.3. So far in camp, Carpenter, Gono and Hennessy have all taken first-team snaps, but a clear-cut favorite has yet to be determined.
AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Lindstrom: Falcons' O-line must 'do better' to protect Ryan
Chris Lindstrom is eager to make up for lost time with the Atlanta FalconsAUGUST 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jets place left guard James Carpenter on season-ending IR
Jets place left guard James Carpenter on season-ending IRNOVEMBER 28, 2018
Jets enter offseason trying to solve issues on and off field
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets' season began sputtering in Week 3 at Kansas City.JANUARY 3, 2017
Dolphins vs Jets: Top 5 takeaways from Week 15 matchup
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Dolphins vs Jets: Top 3 keys to victory for Gang Green
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Moore, Dolphins look to beat Jets and clinch winning season
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Matt Moore last started an NFL game in the 2011 season finale, when the Miami Dolphins beat the New York Jets a...DECEMBER 16, 2016
New York Jets: 7 building blocks for 2016
We take a look at the seven players for the Jets to build around in 2016, led by a handful of defenders.JANUARY 13, 2016
Jets' Mangold channels inner 'Star Wars,' calls teammate a Wookiee
Jets' Mangold channels inner 'Star Wars,' calls teammate a WookieeDECEMBER 10, 2015
