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  Panthers | Three UDFAs join Panthers    Mon May 16, 10:26 AM

Undrafted free-agent WR Miles Shuler, RB Jalen Simmons and TE Braxton Deaver (Duke) were signed by the Carolina Panthers Monday, May 16, on three-year deals. CB Ras-I Dowling and WR Jenson Stoshak were released.

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  Raiders | Friday injury report    Fri Dec 26, 04:53 PM

Oakland Raiders WRs Vincent Brown (groin) and Denarius Moore (knee, ankle) and CB Chimdi Chekwa (hamstring) have been ruled out for Week 17. CB Travis Carrie (ankle), LB Khalil Mack (hamstring) and OT Menelik Watson (foot, ankle) are questionable. DB Ras-I Dowling (hamstring) is probable.

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  Raiders | Thursday practice report    Thu Dec 25, 09:56 PM

Oakland Raiders WR Vincent Brown (groin), CB Travis Carrie (ankle), CB Chimdi Chekwa (hamstring), TE Brian Leonhardt (head), WR Denarius Moore (knee, ankle) and OT Menelik Watson (foot, ankle) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 25. CB Ras-I Dowling (hamstring) and LB Khalil Mack (hamstring) were limited participants.

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  Raiders | Wednesday's practice report    Wed Dec 24, 06:26 PM

Oakland Raiders WR Vincent Brown (groin), CB Travis Carrie (ankle), CB Chimdi Chekwa (hamstring), TE Brian Leonhardt (concussion), WR Denarius Moore (ankle, knee) and OT Menelik Watson (ankle, foot) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 24. DB Ras-I Dowling (hamstring) and LB Khalil Mack (hamstring) were listed as limited participants.

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  Raiders | Two added to active roster    Sat Dec 13, 11:54 AM

The Oakland Raiders signed practice squad LB Bojay Filimoeatu and CB Ras-I Dowling to their active roster Saturday, Dec 13. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also placed FS Larry Asante (undisclosed) on the Reserve/Injured list.

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  Raiders | Sign Ras-I Dowling     Mon Sep 1, 02:47 PM

The Oakland Raiders signed free-agent CB Ras-I Dowling (Jets) to their practice squad Monday, Sept. 1.

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  Jets | Reduce roster by six    Sun Aug 24, 12:06 PM

The New York Jets released WR Jacoby Ford, WR Mike Campbell, TE Colin Anderson, FB Chad Young, DE Anthony Grady and CB Ras-I Dowling Sunday, Aug. 24.

Footballguys view: It's not a good sign for Ford's future in the NFL if he can't make the Jets final roster. Fantasy owners in super deep dynasty leagues can feel free moving on from Ford.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling injured    Sat Aug 16, 09:25 PM

New York Jets CB Ras-I Dowling (groin) left the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 16, with a groin injury and will not return.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling limited    Wed Aug 13, 03:23 PM

New York Jets CB Ras-I Dowling (groin) was limited in practice Wednesday, Aug. 13.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling getting tests on foot issue    Tue Jul 29, 01:15 PM

New York Jets CB Ras-I Dowling (foot) is getting tests done on a foot issue Tuesday, July 29.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling receives a lot of reps    Mon Jun 16, 04:38 PM

New York Jets CB Ras-I Dowling received a lot of snaps during organized team activities, and head coach Rex Ryan believes he can be a press corner for the team.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling impressing coaches    Sat Jun 7, 11:10 AM

New York Jets CB Ras-I Dowling has been impressing coaches this offseason, and he could receive some playing time in sub packages this upcoming season.

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  Jets | Dimitri Patterson impressing    Thu Jun 5, 02:37 PM

New York Jets CB Dimitri Patterson worked with the first-team defense during organized team activities Wednesday, June 4, with CBs Dee Milliner (hamstring) and Darrin Walls (personal) out. CB Ras-I Dowling played opposite Patterson. 'It's kind of tough -- with the way the rules are, you're not allowed to press, so it's a challenge,' head coach Rex Ryan said. 'But he's done well. I think he's on top of his assignments. He's been pretty impressive.'

Footballguys view: While the Jets might just be acting cautiously with Milliner, you don't want to see him get hurt again early in offseason activities. It certainly contributed to his poor early play last season. Rex Ryan has already said Patterson is expected to start opposite Milliner, but if Milliner can't get off the trainer's table, Patterson might be starting across from Walls--which would be something of a disaster for the Jets and Milliner. As it stands, none of these players are reliable going into IDP leagues and should only be looked at as depth.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling signed to futures deal    Mon Jan 6, 05:16 PM

The New York Jets have signed CB Ras-I Dowling to a futures contract. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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  Jets | Ras-I Dowling signs    Wed Oct 23, 10:20 AM

The New York Jets signed free-agent CB Ras-I Dowling (Patriots) to the practice squad.

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  Jets | Working out CBs    Tue Oct 22, 06:12 PM

The New York Jets worked out free-agent CBs Ras-I Dowling (Patriots) and Curtis Marsh (Bengals) Tuesday, Oct. 22.

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  Texans | Ras-I Dowling works out     Wed Sep 25, 08:24 PM

The Houston Texans worked out free-agent CB Ras-I Dowling (Patriots) Wednesday, Sept. 25, according to a league source.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling cut    Wed Aug 28, 04:45 PM

The New England Patriots have released CB Ras-I Dowling.

Footballguys view: A bit of a surprise move for the Patriots here. Dowling was a first-round pick in 2011 but failed to stay healthy and impress during his pro career. Some team desperate for CB help could take a look at Dowling on the open market.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling injured    Thu Aug 1, 10:10 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (undisclosed) left practice early Thursday, Aug. 1, after suffering an undisclosed injury.

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  Patriots | Several could be counted upon to step up    Fri Jul 19, 11:43 PM

The New England Patriots have several options to replace CB Alfonzo Dennard if he is suspended for violating the conduct policy, including CBs Kyle Arrington, Marquice Cole, Ras-I Dowling and Logan Ryan. Converted safeties Devin McCourty and Tavon Wilson can also play cornerback.

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  Patriots | Two players could fill in if Alfonzo Dennard misses time    Mon Jul 15, 01:46 AM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling or CB Logan Ryan could fill in if regular CB Alfonzo Dennard has to miss any time thanks to his DUI arrest in Nebraska on Thursday, July 11.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling's spot uncertain    Thu May 2, 02:50 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling's roster spot could be jeopardy this season if all of the cornerbacks on the team is healthy because of his limited ability on special teams.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling has torn quad    Fri Oct 26, 03:19 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (quadriceps) has been diagnosed with a torn quadriceps muscle.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling placed on IR    Fri Oct 26, 02:26 PM

The New England Patriots have placed CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh) on Injured Reserve.

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  Patriots | Five miss practice    Thu Oct 25, 05:27 PM

New England Patriots RB Brandon Bolden (knee), CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh), S Steve Gregory (hip), DE Trevor Scott (hamstring) and LB Tracy White (foot) all missed practice Thursday, Oct. 25.

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  Patriots | Six players do not practice    Wed Oct 24, 04:58 PM

New England Patriots RB Brandon Bolden (knee), DE Trevor Scott (hamstring), LB Jerod Mayo (elbow, illness), LB Tracy White (foot), CB Ras-I Dowling (thigh) and SS Steve Gregory (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 24.

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  Patriots | Four players miss walk-through    Tue Oct 23, 04:57 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (undisclosed) RB Brandon Bolden (knee), S Steve Gregory (hip) and LB Tracy White (foot) all did not participate in a team walk-through Tuesday, Oct. 23.

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  Patriots | Kyle Arrington working hard    Sat Oct 6, 11:47 PM

New England Patriots CB Kyle Arrington has played 259 of his team's 273 defensive snaps, or 94.9 percent, through the first four games this season. He edged out CB Ras-I Dowling during training camp and the preseason, and he continues to work hard. Arrington moves into the slot during nickel packages.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling loses job    Sat Oct 6, 11:45 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling has apparently fallen out of favor, playing just 45 of his team's 273 defensive snaps through the first four games. He played 36 snaps in the regular season opener, and was flagged for pass interference in that game. Whatever the case, he has gotten extremely limited playing time since.

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  Patriots | Three miss practice    Thu Oct 4, 06:49 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (undisclosed), WR Julian Edelman (hand) and S Steve Gregory (hip) did not practice Thursday, Oct. 4.

Footballguys view: Another practice and another day of Edelman missing the practice session. Edelman hasn't practiced since injuring his hand in week 3. The Patriots are predictably being quiet about the severity of this injury. Don't be surprised if he misses the week 5 game against the Broncos on Sunday.

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  Patriots | Two CBs to compete for starting job    Fri Jul 13, 03:38 PM

New England Patriots CBs Kyle Arrington and Ras-I Dowling will compete for the starting cornerback job opposite CB Devin McCourty during training camp.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling participates fully    Sat Jul 7, 12:35 AM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) was able to participate fully in offseason activities, and he is on track to be on the field for the first day of training camp July 26.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling could win starting job    Sun Jun 17, 02:38 PM

The New England Patriots would like to see CB Ras-I Dowling win the starting cornerback job opposite CB Devin McCourty during training camp. Dowling has recovered from hip surgery in December and has been taking part in offseason workouts.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling making progress in rehab    Sun May 20, 01:45 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) is making steady progress in his rehab from hip surgery and is expected to be present during organized team activities.

Footballguys view: Good news for the Patriots here. They need their secondary to play better and getting Dowling back will help. He'll compete as the team's third CB behind Devin McCourty and Kyle Arrington.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling could see time at S    Sat Mar 3, 01:24 PM

The New England Patriots could consider using CB Ras-I Dowling at safety next season because of his size and physical playing style.

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  Patriots | Team needs in 2012    Fri Mar 2, 08:18 PM

The New England Patriots could use upgrades at free safety, cornerback, center, offensive tackle, defensive end, linebacker and wide receiver during the free-agent market and/or NFL Draft. While S Patrick Chung has proven to be a hard-hitting option from the safety spot, he is not an asset in pass coverage. At cornerback, the team expects CB Devin McCourty to bounce back in 2012 while CB Ras-I Dowling will have a bright future with improved technique in coverage. CB Kyle Arrington is viewed as a better backup than starter.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling underwent surgery    Mon Feb 27, 05:59 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) underwent surgery this offseason to clean up his hip injury. He was originally going to allow his hip to heal without surgery but the surgery gives him a better chance to avoid re-injuring his hip. He is on schedule in his recovery from the surgery.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling could compete for starting job    Fri Feb 17, 05:17 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling could compete for one of the starting cornerback jobs during training camp if he is completely recovered from his hip injury.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling injury update    Sat Oct 29, 05:11 PM

Updating a previous report, New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) recently underwent an MRI which showed a torn tendon in his leg that resulted in pain in his hip. The injury did not get any better during the bye week and affected him after a day of practice. Dowling will not need surgery to repair the tendon.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling placed on IR    Sat Oct 29, 04:15 PM

The New England Patriots have placed CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2011 season.

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  Patriots | Ras-I Dowling listed as doubtful    Fri Oct 28, 06:25 PM

New England Patriots CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 28. He is listed as doubtful for Week 8 and is not expected to play.

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  Patriots | Two miss practice    Thu Oct 27, 05:05 PM

New England Patriots LB Dane Fletcher (thumb) and CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) did not practice Thursday, Oct. 27.

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  Patriots | Six limited    Wed Oct 26, 05:34 PM

New England Patriots S Josh Barrett (thumb), CB Leigh Bodden (thumb), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), LB Jerod Mayo (knee) and OT Sebastian Vollmer (back) were limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 26.

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  Patriots | Marcus Cannon practicing    Tue Oct 25, 02:21 PM

New England Patriots OT Marcus Cannon (illness) is practicing Tuesday, Oct. 25, for the first time since undergoing chemotherapy treatments for lymphoma this summer. QB Tom Brady (rest), OT Matt Light (leg), DL Albert Haynesworth (back), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back) and LB Jerod Mayo (knee) also returned to practice.

Footballguys view: Every football fan should be cheering for Cannon.

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  Patriots | Tom Brady resting    Wed Oct 19, 02:13 PM

New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (rest) wasn't participating in the team's final practice before heading into their bye week Wednesday, Oct. 19, and it's likely that head coach Bill Belichick is giving his quarterback some rest. Also missing practice were OT Matt Light (leg), CB Ras-I Dowling (hip) and LB Dane Fletcher (thumb).

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  Patriots | Tom Brady nicked up?    Tue Oct 18, 01:33 PM

New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (wrist, arm), DL Albert Haynesworth, LB Dane Fletcher, OL Matt Light and CB Ras-I Dowling did not participate in practice Tuesday, Oct. 18. Brady had a wrap around his right wrist during the team's Week 6 game, and he might be dealing with a sore throwing arm.

Footballguys view: Brady has been nicked up before and still played at a high level. The Patriots are very clandestine when it comes to their injury report so we'll never quite be sure of the severity of Brady's injury. He'll play through the pain, and will likely look like the same Tom Brady that he always does.

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  Patriots | Week 6 Inactives    Sun Oct 16, 03:12 PM

The New England Patriots have declared LB Jerod Mayo, FS Josh Barrett, WR Julian Edelman, CB Ras-I Dowling, QB Ryan Mallett, OT Sebastian Vollmer, CB Sergio Brown inactive for Week 6.

Footballguys view: Benjarvus Green-Ellis is active, but the extent of his workload is unknown.

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  Patriots | Seven players expected to play    Fri Oct 14, 06:37 PM

New England Patriots WRs Julian Edelman (ankle) and Matt Slater (ribs), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back), DE Albert Haynesworth (back), CBs Leigh Bodden (thumb) and Ras-I Dowling (hip) and SS Sergio Brown (chest) were limited during practice Friday, Oct. 14. They are listed as questionable for Week 6 but are expected to play.

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  Patriots | Eight players limited during practice    Thu Oct 13, 07:50 PM

New England Patriots WR Julian Edelman (ankle) and Matt Slater (ribs), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back), DLs Albert Haynesworth (back) and Kyle Love (back), CBs Leigh Bodden (thumb) and Ras-I Dowling (hip) and SS Sergio Brown (chest) were limited during practice Thursday, Oct. 13.

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  Patriots | Seven limited during practice    Wed Oct 12, 05:17 PM

New England Patriots WRs Julian Edelman (ankle) and Matt Slater (ribs), OT Sebastian Vollmer (back), DT Albert Haynesworth (back), CBs Leigh Bodden (thumb) and Ras-I Dowling (hip) and SS Sergio Brown (chest) were limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 12.

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