Bills baffled, bitter after Hopkins' last-second TD catch
The Buffalo Bills had their eighth win of the season within their graspNOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
RICHARD RODGERS
Not targeted in win Rodgers played just 16 snaps in Sunday's 23-9 win over Dallas and did not draw a target.
Impact Rodgers hadn't played so little since Week 2, but Dallas Goedert came off IR prior to the game and immediately took over the primary tight end role. When either Goedert or Zach Ertz (ankle) have been healthy this season, Rodgers has yet to surpass four targets or 35 receiving yards in any game.
NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Slated to lose playing time? Rodgers could see his playing time reduced after Dallas Goedert (lower leg/ankle) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Impact Rodgers was the surprising star in last week's win over the Giants, posting six receptions for 85 yards and a touchdown, but he'll almost immediately fall back in line Sunday with Goedert set to play in a pivotal divisional matchup against the Cowboys. It's entirely possible Rodgers could still play a factor in the passing game, particularly since the Eagles love to operate in two tight-end sets, but Goedert will almost certainly operate as the No. 1 option even if he's not completely healthy. Rodgers has played in over 60 percent of the offensive snaps just once this season.
OCTOBER 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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After injuries at tight end, Richard Rodgers is showing Eagles his worth Eagles tight end Richard Rodgers insisted Monday that his seven-year NFL career has never been about numbers.
OCTOBER 27, 2020 • DELCOTIMES.COM
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Paces pass catchers in win Rodgers brought in six of eight targets for 85 yards in the Eagles' 22-21 win over the Giants on Thursday night.
Impact The veteran tight end was the surprising leader for the Eagles in receptions and receiving yards for the night, as he rose to the top of the depth chart at the position with Dallas Goedert and Zach Ertz both on injured reserve with ankle injuries. Rodgers has been almost exclusively utilized as a blocker thus far during his two-plus seasons with the Eagles, but Thursday, he showed flashes of the solid pass catcher that posted a 58-510-8 line for the Packers back in 2015. With neither of his injured teammates expected back for a Week 8 divisional clash against the Cowboys on Nov. 1, Rodgers could well serve as the primary tight end for that contest as well.
OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Carson Wentz rallies Eagles to 22-21 win over Giants
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Stakes still high for struggling Giants, Eagles
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Starting role awaits Rodgers is slated to serve as the Eagles' top tight end in Thursday's game against the Giants with Zach Ertz (ankle) expected to be sidelined for 3-to-4 weeks, Mike Kaye of The New...
Impact Rodgers opened the campaign as the third man on the depth chart at the position, but he'll ascend to the No. 1 spot in less than half the season with Dallas Goedert (ankle) unlikely to return from injured reserve this week and Ertz now presumably sidelined until after the team's Week 9 bye. Thanks to Ertz's early departure along with a pass-heavy game script, Rodgers played a season-high 60 percent of the Eagles' offensive snaps in Sunday's 30-28 loss to the Ravens, hauling in all three of his targets for 31 yards. Rodgers could see his snap count bump up a bit more Week 7, but he may not be in store for a substantial boost in targets if the Eagles get injured receivers Alshon Jeffery (foot) and DeSean Jackson (hamstring) back in the lineup.
OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Makes trio of grabs in loss Rodgers brought in all three of his targets for 31 yards in the Eagles' 30-28 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Impact The veteran equaled a season high in receptions and checked in second in receiving yardage, with the 28-year-old serving as the most experienced tight end still standing for the Eagles once Zach Ertz exited due to an ankle injury with 9:30 remaining in the contest. Rodgers has played a serviceable complementary role while Dallas Goedert (IR-ankle) has been sidelined, posting a 9-99 line over four contests while primarily serving as a blocker. However, if Goedert doesn't return when first eligible in a Thursday night Week 7 contest versus the Giants and Ertz is also sidelined for the contest, Rodgers may be in line for expanded duty.
OCTOBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Limited at practice Rodgers (neck) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice.
Impact The 28-year-old saw his role decline a bit in Week 5, catching just one pass during 32 percent of the team's offensive snaps, and it appears the injury could have played a role. Rodgers was thrust into the lineup with Dallas Goedert (ankle) landing on injured reserve, leaving just Hakeem Butler as the only healthy tight end behind Zach Ertz. Rodgers will have two more chances to suit up in practice before Sunday's game against the Ravens.
OCTOBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Role declines in Week 5 Rodgers caught his lone target for an 18-yard gain Sunday in the Eagles' 38-29 loss to the Steelers.
Impact With Dallas Goedert (ankle) sidelined for a second straight game, Rodgers remained the Eagles' No. 2 tight end, but he was unable to build on the three-catch, 35-yard outing he posted in the team's Week 4 win over the 49ers. Top tight end Zach Ertz (one catch for six yards) was also silent Sunday, as wideout Travis Fulgham (10 catches for 152 yards and a touchdown) instead garnered most of the looks from quarterback Carson Wentz. The Eagles could get two more receivers in Alshon Jeffery (foot) and DeSean Jackson (hamstring) back Week 6 against the Ravens, so even with Goedert (ankle) still on injured reserve, Rodgers is unlikely to see his role in the passing game grow.
OCTOBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Draws four targets in victory Rodgers caught three of his four targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 25-20 win over the 49ers.
Impact Rodgers produced more than he did a week prior, when he replaced an injured Dallas Goedert (ankle). However, the California product saw just 22 snaps, or 35 percent of the offensive total. With Goedert set to miss at least two more weeks, Rodgers should continue to see similar playing time.
OCTOBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Makes two catches in tie Rodgers caught both of his targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 23-23 tie with Cincinnati.
Impact Rodgers had seen just two plays all year on offense prior to Dallas Goedert's ankle injury in the first quarter Sunday. Afterward, the 28-year-old saw 33 snaps and drew his first targets of the season. With Goedert set to miss time, Rodgers should continue to see significant playing time compared to the season's first couple of weeks but is unlikely to replace the 2018 second-rounder's production.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Cut by Washington Rodgers was released by Washington on Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Rodgers signed a contract back in March to compete for the starting TE job with Jeremy Sprinkle and Logan Thomas, but it became quickly clear the former Packer had been passed by on the depth chart. It's possible an early release could afford Rodgers time to catch on another team's roster, but he's played just 47 snaps over the past two years and was largely ineffective during his time with the Packers as well. More than likely the 2014 third-round pick will simply be forced to bide his time in free agency until injuries force a needy team to come calling.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
New Redskins tight end Richard Rodgers known for ‘Miracle in Motown’ The Washington Redskins agreed to terms with tight end Richard Rodgers on Tuesday, adding another player at a much-needed position. But he’s...
MARCH 25, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
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Panthers hire Richard Rodgers as secondary coach
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Eagles agree on 1-year deal with tight end Richard Rodgers
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McCarthy doesn't rule out Rodgers playing against Vikings
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Panthers spoil Rodgers' return, Packers fall 31-24
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