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Saints | NO taking a look at Tim Hightower Tue Jun 12, 12:23 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (49ers) is participating in minicamp with the New Orleans Saints on a tryout basis, according to Josh Katzenstein of The Times-Picayune.
| Footballguys view: Hightower was out of the league in 2017 after the 49ers released him at final cuts. He spent two seasons with the Saints and could give them veteran depth behind Alvin Kamara, especially since Mark Ingram is suspended the first four games of the 2018 regular season. |
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49ers | San Francisco cuts seven players Fri Sep 1, 05:41 PM
San Francisco 49ers QB Matt Barkley, RB Tim Hightower and WR Louis Murphy were released Friday, Sept. 1. The team also waived RB Kapri Bibbs, FB Tyler McCloskey, WR Tim Patrick and PK Nick Rose.
| Footballguys view: Rookie UDFA Matt Breida appears to be the backup to Carlos Hyde in the 49ers backfield. Hyde hasn't been the most durable over the course of his career, so file Breida's name away, as he appears to be ahead of fourth-round pick Joe Williams. |
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49ers | Carlos Hyde must earning starting job Tue Jul 11, 03:32 PM
San Francisco 49ers RB Carlos Hyde will need to earn his starting job over rookie RB Joe Williams, according to Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com. Maiocco envisions a committee approach with RB Tim Hightower also being involved.
| Footballguys view: Fantasy owners seem split on Hyde's outlook for 2017. Some feel as the 49ers starter he's got low-end RB1 upside, while still others think he'll be unseated by Williams sooner rather than later. In the final year of his rookie contract, Hyde is a bit of an odd fit for Kyle Shanahan's zone-blocking system. The oft-injured veteran has a current ADP of RB18 (4.07) in 12-team PPR leagues. That could change drastically if we watch this battle unfold in favor of Williams (or a RBBC) in training camp and the preseason. |
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49ers | Tim Hightower financial details Sat Apr 8, 10:53 AM
Updating previous reports, San Francisco 49ers RB Tim Hightower's one-year, $1.107 million deal includes a clause where he can earn an additional $400,000 based on rushing yards accumulated.
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49ers | One-year deal for Tim Hightower Tue Apr 4, 03:53 PM
San Francisco 49ers RB Tim Hightower was officially signed to a one-year deal Tuesday, April 4. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Hightower could make 2015 fourth-round pick Mike Davis expendable. The Saints now have an opening at backup running back behind Mark Ingram, with 2016 seventh-rounder and SPARQ freak Daniel Lasco at the front of the line. |
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49ers | Tim Hightower set to join San Francisco Sat Apr 1, 12:34 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Saints) agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract with the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday, April 1.
| Footballguys view: Hightower has to be considered the favorite to back up Carlos Hyde at this point. Hyde is in a contract year, and the offense is very RB friendly with new head coach Kyle Shanahan running the show. However, Hyde is known to miss time so fantasy owners should at least keep Hightower on waiver wire speed dial. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower could return to Saints Wed Mar 22, 02:07 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Saints) is still an option for the New Orleans Saints this offseason, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Bringing back Travaris Cadet indicates the Saints might not be as high on Hightower. He's getting some interest out there, but only as part of a RBBC with various teams. No matter where he ends up, Hightower may not have much fantasy value. |
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Redskins | Tim Hightower talking with Washington Wed Mar 22, 02:06 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Saints) is meeting with the Washington Redskins Wednesday, March 22, according to a source.
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49ers | Tim Hightower, San Fran expected to meet Wed Mar 15, 10:28 PM
Unrestricted free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Saints) is scheduled to meet with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, March 16, according to a source.
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Saints | Tim Hightower set to be FA Sat Jan 28, 03:52 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower will be an unrestricted free agent Thursday, March 9, at 4 p.m. EST.
| Footballguys view: Hightower has shown great resiliency during his pro career, and he's provided valuable veteran depth for the Saints over the last two years. He could always stay in New Orleans, and we're not sure he'll get much interest outside of The Big Easy. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower visits end zone twice Mon Dec 19, 12:58 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower rushed 11 times for 37 yards with two touchdowns in Week 15 against his former team, the Arizona Cardinals. He also added three receptions for 11 yards on his only three targets.
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Saints | Tim Hightower totals just 39 yards Mon Dec 12, 01:52 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower rushed six times for 31 yards in the Week 14 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and he had one grab for eight yards on two targets.
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Saints | Willie Snead engages in razzle-dazzle Sun Nov 27, 06:01 PM
New Orleans Saints WR Willie Snead threw a 50-yard touchdown pass to RB Tim Hightower in a 49-21 win over the Los Angeles Rams.
| Footballguys view: Snead didn't have a big game as a receiver, but his touchdown pass made up for it on a day that most everything the Saints offense did worked. He'll be an upside WR3/Flex against Detroit next week. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower steps up Fri Nov 18, 12:12 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower finished with 12 carries for 69 yards and eight catches for 57 yards in a 23-20 loss to the Carolina Panthers Thursday, Nov. 17.
| Footballguys view: Hightower ran strong in the second half after Mark Ingram left with a concussion, and he was Drew Brees' favorite checkdown option. He'll be a solid RB2 at worst next week if Ingram is out against the Rams. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower posts 87 yards, TD Mon Nov 7, 01:16 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower rushed 23 times for 87 yards with a touchdown in the Week 9 game against the San Francisco 49ers. He added one catch for 15 yards.
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Saints | Tim Hightower better in pass protection Sat Nov 5, 09:53 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower said his biggest hurdle last year was being on the same page as QB Drew Brees in pass protection, but he added he is a lot more comfortable this year.
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Saints | Tim Hightower likely to remain involved Sat Nov 5, 12:42 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower will be given a chance to stay heavily involved in the offense after erupting for 102 rushing yards against Seattle Seahawks in a Week 8 win, according to ESPN's Mike Triplett.
| Footballguys view: The Saints continue to stress that Mark Ingram will still be the lead back, but with the way Hightower is playing we're not so sure. Consider Ingram a low-end RB2 and Hightower a RB3/flex option in Week 9. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower earns more work Mon Oct 31, 11:09 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower has earned more carries for the Week 9 game against the San Francisco 49ers, according to a source. The team plans to use a committee in the backfield.
| Footballguys view: Mark Ingram has clearly fallen out of favor with the coaching staff, and his fumble against the Seahawks is not going to help. Hightower went over 100 yards and was able to perform like a workhorse with 26 carries. He should be a top priority on the waiver wire this week. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower seizes opportunity Sun Oct 30, 08:42 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower took advantage of the benching of RB Mark Ingram in Week 8 game against the Seattle Seahawks, rushing 26 times for 102 yards. Ingram was punished for an early fumble and he never returned.
| Footballguys view: Hightower doesn't have anything special about his game at this point, but he goes all out and Sean Payton does well when he feeds him. If Hightower gets the start against San Francisco next week, it will be hard to leave him out of the top ten Week 9 backs. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower hones in on No. 2 job Tue Aug 23, 10:52 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower is expected to serve as the team's primary backup to RB Mark Ingram, as none of the other reserve tailbacks have flashed or helped themselves in training camp and the preseason.
| Footballguys view: Keep this in mind if you play in deeper leagues and want to handcuff a player to Ingram. After Ingram was hurt last year, Hightower stepped in and did well. He played adequately over the final four games, with 84 carries for 327 yards (3.9 ypc) and 4 touchdowns. He also had 12 receptions for 129 yards. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower the backup? Sun Jul 17, 08:13 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower is the best bet to serve as the primary backup for RB Mark Ingram, according to beat writer Nick Underhill.
| Footballguys view: That makes sense as Hightower is a seasoned veteran who can play a similar role to Ingram in case of emergency. We feel C.J. Spiller will get more playing time as a change-of-pace back behind Ingram this year...provided he stays healthy. Both Hightower and Spiller are backs to target in the final few rounds of your draft. |
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Saints | New Orleans backfield taking shape Thu Jun 16, 07:45 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram is the lead running back for the Saints, while RB Tim Hightower appears to be the backup, according to Larry Holder of The New Orleans Times-Picayune. RB C.J. Spiller holds the No. 3 spot.
| Footballguys view: Ingram has come into his own, and we think he's a borderline RB1/RB2 and we could see him tipping 1,000 yards this year. Hightower finally got back into the league after some knee issues, but will be limited to whatever Ingram doesn't pick up. That means Hightower is unlikely to have any value save as a handcuff. Spiller might be the third back but he's going to have more work than Hightower, since he brings a little more variety to the table. Consider him only as depth though, as we don't expect him to do enough to warrant more than a bye-week fill-in, and his value is around RB7. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower returning to Saints Fri Apr 8, 12:38 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Saints) has agreed to initial terms on a contract with the New Orleans Saints, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Hightower was surprisingly successful last year at the end of the season for the Saints. He returns to the team to give them valuable veteran depth behind Mark Ingram. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower to meet with Saints Fri Apr 1, 11:32 AM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Saints) will meet with the New Orleans Saints this week.
| Footballguys view: Hightower was an emergency option for the Saints last year, and he had surprising success. He went for about 100 all-purpose yards in each game (sometimes more) and scored a handful of touchdowns. The Saints could bring him back as valuable veteran depth in 2016. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower talking with Saints Tue Mar 8, 10:58 AM
New Orleans Saints impending free-agent RB Tim Hightower is negotiating a new deal with the Saints Tuesday, March 8.
| Footballguys view: It's a pretty boring move honestly. Running back is a young man's position, but the Saints seem to be willing to give Hightower another chance. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower runs over Jaguars Sun Dec 27, 09:38 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower had 27 carries for 122 yards and two touchdowns and three catches for 47 yards in a 38-27 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16.
| Footballguys view: Hightower had one of the best days of his career in a part of his career he is grateful to have. One of the most unlikely fantasy football heroes in recent years is a great inspirational story of perseverance. He'll be a good start against Atlanta next week. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower does little in loss Tue Dec 22, 01:50 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower carried 13 times for 54 yards in the Week 15 game against the Detroit Lions Monday, Dec. 21. He also hauled in three receptions for 31 yards on four targets.
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Saints | Tim Hightower shoulders the load Sun Dec 13, 08:16 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower carried the ball 28 times for 85 yards and a touchdown and added one catch for 10 yards in a 24-17 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 14.
| Footballguys view: Hightower is clearly the man with Mark Ingram out. As long as he holds onto the ball and runs hard, he'll be worth at least a flex start for the last two weeks of the fantasy playoffs, including next week against Detroit. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower to be No. 1 back Sun Dec 13, 11:02 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower is expected to receive the bulk of the carries for the team going forward, with RB Mark Ingram (shoulder) on injured reserve, because of their similar running styles. RB C.J. Spiller's role appears unlikely to change.
| Footballguys view: Hightower is still a dicey play except for a what the flex because of the Bucs run defense and likelihood that the Saints could fall behind and abandon the run on the road. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower could have significant role Thu Dec 10, 12:12 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower could have a significant role in the backfield with RB Mark Ingram's (shoulder) season over. Head coach Sean Payton has praised Hightower for his ability and pass protection. 'He's competitive, he's tough, he's been in that spotlight. And for him, it's the confidence that leg is a 100%,' head coach Sean Payton said. 'So I'm excited to see him play, just like I am with C.J.'
| Footballguys view: Drew Brees has also hinted Hightower might get a nice chunk of carries. Right now we have both of them as an RB4 until we know for sure, so be cautious. |
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Saints | More touches for C.J. Spiller, Tim Hightower? Wed Dec 9, 02:35 PM
New Orleans Saints RBs C.J. Spiller and Tim Hightower could be in line for more snaps if RB Mark Ingram (shoulder) is out for the season.
| Footballguys view: Spiller is averaging just 13.5 snaps and 5.5 touches per game with the Saints this year for 108 rushing yards, 216 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Spiller has just four touches in the last two games. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower re-signs Mon Nov 2, 05:10 PM
The New Orleans Saints re-signed RB Tim Hightower to an undisclosed deal Monday, Nov. 2, according to a source. Hightower hasn't played in a regular season game since 2011 due to injuries. RB Marcus Murphy could see more carries for the team after RB Khiry Robinson (leg) suffered a season-ending leg injury.
| Footballguys view: Hightower is a seasoned veteran who already knows this offense as he spent the entire offseason with the Saints. It's a good signing for the team, but he's unlikely to be fantasy relevant. Without Robinson, we're expecting more from Mark Ingram and C.J. Spiller. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower cut loose Wed Sep 16, 12:49 AM
The New Orleans Saints released RB Tim Hightower Tuesday, Sept. 15.
| Footballguys view: We'd imagine health was a big issue since he'd just signed on there. This is likely the last hurrah for him. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower released Sat Sep 12, 07:34 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower was released Saturday, Sept. 12.
| Footballguys view: Rookie Marcus Murphy will get more work with CJ Spiller out. Hightower worked all the back to NFL regular season active roster quality, even if just for a few days, so he could get another call from the Saints or someone else before the season is over. |
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Saints | Friday injury report for Week 1 Fri Sep 11, 05:45 PM
New Orleans Saints FS Jairus Byrd (knee), LB Dannell Ellerbe (toe), CB Keenan Lewis (hip) and LB Davis Tull (shoulder) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 11, and have been ruled out for Week 1 against the Arizona Cardinals. RB Tim Hightower (knee) fully participated in practice and is listed as probable.
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Saints | Thursday practice report for Week 1 Thu Sep 10, 06:11 PM
New Orleans Saints LBs Dannell Ellerbe (toe) and Davis Tull (shoulder), FS Jairus Byrd (knee) and CB Keenan Lewis (hip) did not practice Thursday, Sept. 10. RB Tim Hightower (knee) was a full participant.
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Saints | Wednesday practice report for Week 1 Wed Sep 9, 05:56 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Tim Hightower (knee), LB Dannell Ellerbe (shoulder), LB Davis Tull (shoulder) and SS Jairus Byrd (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 9.
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Saints | Three RBs on Saints' roster Wed Mar 4, 07:29 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent RB Pierre Thomas' (Saints) release by the New Orleans Saints Wednesday, March 4, will save $1.735 million against the salary cap, and he carries an $830,000 'dead money' charge. Thomas would have counted $2.565 million against the salary cap this year. The Saints currently have three running backs on roster: RBs Khiry Robinson, Edwin Baker and Tim Hightower. RBs Travaris Cadet and Mark Ingram are both scheduled to be free agents.
| Footballguys view: With the moves at running back, Robinson is the player that benefits the most in the Saints backfield. He needs to stay healthy, but Robinson has the natural ability to be a quality starter and a 1,000-yard rusher. |
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Saints | Tim Hightower signed to futures deal Sun Jan 4, 04:13 PM
The New Orleans Saints signed free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) to a futures contract Sunday, Jan. 4, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Interesting to see that Hightower gets a contract at this point in the offseason for the Saints. Deep dynasty league owners make sure to keep tabs here. The Saints backfield could look different in 2015. Mark Ingram hits free agency after a career-high 964 yards rushing. Khiry Robinson could be the lead back, and a guy like Hightower might earn a role as a reserve. Hightower has been out of football since tearing his left ACL in 2011 when he was with Washington. |
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Saints | Several work out Wed Nov 12, 09:34 AM
Free-agent FS M.D. Jennings (Bears), SS Kenny Phillips (Eagles), RB Tim Hightower (Redskins), RB Andre Brown (Texans), RB Brian Leonard (Buccaneers) and RB Mikel Leshoure (Lions) worked out with the New Orleans Saints Tuesday, Nov. 11.
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Redskins | Tim Hightower at practice Mon Jul 28, 03:17 AM
Former Washington Redskins RB Tim Hightower, who suffered a torn ACL in 2011 and a subsequent infection, was spotted at Washington Redskins camp in the past few days. Hightower was medically cleared by doctors two months ago and wants to come back to the game.
| Footballguys view: With running back injuries piling up early in camp, Hightower could certainly get a look somewhere by the end of August. He seemed to be at his best in a zone-blocking running game. |
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Redskins | Will not add Tim Hightower any time soon Mon May 20, 06:43 PM
Washington Redskins general manager Bruce Allen did not rule out the possibility of the team re-signing free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) but said any signing of Hightower will not happen any time soon.
| Footballguys view: Hightower has been getting interest from the Giants as well. He could find a job near the start of training camp. |
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NFL | Two interested in Tim Hightower Thu May 16, 09:53 AM
The Washington Redskins and New York Giants are interested in free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins).
| Footballguys view: Hightower would be a good fit for both teams, but might have more opportunity with the Giants. The Redskins added two RBs in the 2013 NFL draft (Chris Thompson, Jawan Jamison) to compete for roster spots with Roy Helu and Evan Royster behind Alfred Morris. The Giants have David Wilson and Andre Brown as their top two RBs but lack depth behind those two. |
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Giants | Tim Hightower finishes visit and physical Thu May 2, 05:33 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) completed his visit and physical with the team Thursday, May 2.
| Footballguys view: There is no word on if he will sign with the team or return for a camp tryout next weekend. Hightower is a savvy veteran who can contribute as a runner or receiver out of the backfield. |
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Giants | Tim Hightower could try out for team Wed May 1, 12:44 PM
The New York Giants may invite free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) to participate in their upcoming rookie minicamp on a tryout basis if he is healthy.
| Footballguys view: Hightower is a seasoned veteran who can help as a runner or receiver out of the backfield. The Giants are looking for additional depth behind David Wilson and Andre Brown. |
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Giants | Tim Hightower working out Wed May 1, 08:10 AM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) will work out for the New York Giants Wednesday, May 1.
| Footballguys view: Hightower is an effective runner and receiver out of the backfield. The Giants could be looking for more RB depth behind David Wilson and Andre Brown. |
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Giants | Tim Hightower to visit Thu Mar 28, 09:12 AM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) is expected to visit the New York Giants this weekend, according to two sources.
| Footballguys view: Hightower is a sound veteran with good all around ability. He's also very good in pass protection. The Giants have David Wilson as their lead back but could add competition behind him. |
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Cardinals | Tim Hightower works out Tue Nov 20, 09:34 PM
Free-agent RB Tim Hightower (Redskins) visited with the Arizona Cardinals Tuesday, Nov. 20.
| Footballguys view: The former Cardinals RB has no deal in place to sign with the team. We think the Cardinals are just checking to see if Hightower has completely recovered from ACL surgery. |
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Cardinals | Potential RB additions Tue Oct 9, 11:36 PM
The Arizona Cardinals lost RB Ryan Williams (shoulder) to season-ending Injured Reserve, and there are rumors flying around about potential targets either through free agency or trade. One name that makes sense is New Orleans Saints RB Chris Ivory through trade, or former Cardinals RB and current free-agent Tim Hightower (Redskins). However, the latter is unlikely, as he is still not all the way back from a knee issue.
| Footballguys view: The Cardinals are going to explore all options here. Beanie Wells (toe) can't come back from his injury until week 12 at the earliest. In the meantime the Cardinals will use LaRod Stephens-Howling and William Powell in a RBBC. |
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Redskins | Considered re-signing Tim Hightower Wed Sep 26, 03:44 PM
Washington Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan said the team considered re-signing free-agent RB Tim Hightower (knee) but he re-injured his knee during rehab and will be undergoing arthroscopic surgery.
| Footballguys view: Instead of going back to the well with Hightower the team decided to sign Ryan Grant as a street free agent. Grant will serve as a backup behind Alfred Morris, but could have RB2 value if ever given a shot at the starting job. |
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