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NFL | Chris Ogbonnaya retires Fri Jun 19, 11:21 AM
Free-agent RB Chris Ogbonnaya (Giants) announced his retirement Friday, June 19.
Footballguys view: We'll miss "Silent G" on the Black Eyed Joe All-Nickname Team. He carved out a longer career in the pros than some thought he could. |
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Giants | Re-sign Chris Ogbonnaya Tue Mar 10, 02:20 PM
The New York Giants re-signed RB Chris Ogbonnaya Tuesday, March 10. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Giants | Week 15 Inactives Sun Dec 14, 11:57 AM
The New York Giants have declared RB Chris Ogbonnaya, OG Eric Herman, LB Jacquian Williams, OT James Brewer, CB Jayron Hosley, LB Mark Herzlich inactive for Week 15.
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Giants | Week 14 Inactives Sun Dec 7, 11:42 AM
The New York Giants have declared RB Chris Ogbonnaya, OG Eric Herman, LB Jacquian Williams, OT James Brewer, CB Jayron Hosley, LB Mark Herzlich inactive for Week 14.
Footballguys view: Rashad Jennings is active, but not starting. Neither Giants back is a safe play this week. |
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Giants | Chris Ogbonnaya signs Tue Dec 2, 06:36 PM
The New York Giants signed free-agent RB Chris Ogbonnaya (Panthers) to an undisclosed deal Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Footballguys view: Ogbonnaya is a versatile running back/fullback who can do everything. He can block, run and catch passes out of the backfield consistently. This signing raises some questions about the severity of Rashad Jenning's ankle injury. Keep watching the practice reports during the week. |
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NFL | Seven become free agents Mon Dec 1, 07:25 PM
Atlanta Falcons OT Cameron Bradfield, Carolina Panthers RB Chris Ogbonnaya, Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Brown, Miami Dolphins DB Lowell Rose, St. Louis Rams LB Marshall McFadden, San Diego Chargers DB Adrian Phillips and Tampa Bay Buccaneers DB C.J. Wilson cleared waivers and became free agents Monday, Dec. 1.
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Panthers | Micanor Regis added to active roster Sat Nov 29, 12:28 PM
The Carolina Panthers signed practice squad DT Micanor Regis to their active roster. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived RB Chris Ogbonnaya.
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Panthers | Week 11 Inactives Sun Nov 16, 11:47 AM
The Carolina Panthers have declared OG Amini Silatolu, CB Bene Benwikere, RB Chris Ogbonnaya, OT David Foucault, OT Mike Remmers, SS Robert Lester, DL Star Lotulelei inactive for Week 11.
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Panthers | Week 10 Inactives Mon Nov 10, 07:03 PM
The Carolina Panthers have declared CB Bene Benwikere, RB Chris Ogbonnaya, OT David Foucault, OT Mike Remmers, WR Philly Brown, SS Robert Lester, OG Trai Turner inactive for Week 10.
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Panthers | Chris Ogbonnaya re-signs Wed Nov 5, 06:42 PM
The Carolina Panthers re-signed RB Chris Ogbonnaya to an undisclosed deal Wednesday, Nov. 5.
Chris Ogbonnaya player pageNFL | Four become free agents Tue Nov 4, 06:06 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Chris Ogbonnaya, Green Bay Packers OT Derek Sherrod, San Diego Chargers LB Adrian Phillips and Tampa Bay Buccaneers DT Matthew Masifilo cleared waivers and became free agents Tuesday, Nov. 4.
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Panthers | Chris Ogbonnaya waived Mon Nov 3, 07:32 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Chris Ogbonnaya was placed on no-recall waivers as a vested veteran Monday, Nov. 3.
Footballguys view: With the nickname of "Silent G" it's sad to see a captain in the Black Eyed Joe All-Name team out of a job. |
Panthers | Friday injury report for Week 8 Fri Oct 24, 01:59 PM
Carolina Panthers CB Bene Benwikere (ankle), LB Chase Blackburn (knee), WR Philly Brown (concussion), OG Amini Silatolu (calf), OG Trai Turner (knee) and RB Fozzy Whittaker (thigh) all did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 24. RB Chris Ogbonnaya (groin) did not practice and is questionable. LB Jason Williams (hip) was limited in practice and is questionable. OT Byron Bell (elbow) and OG Nate Chandler (thigh) were both limited in practice and are probable. LB Thomas Davis (non-injury) and S Roman Harper (non-injury) both fully practiced and are probable.
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Panthers | Chris Ogbonnaya to be limited Sat Oct 4, 11:21 AM
Carolina Panthers RB Chris Ogbonnaya's playing time in Week 5 will be limited, because he signed earlier this week and is not familiar with the offensive playbook.
Footballguys view: We don't know what the Panthers backfield will look like--oh wait, yes we do: a hot mess. Avoid starting any of these guys this week if possible. The only one with marginal value is Darrin Reaves as a RB4/flex. |
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Panthers | Panthers to use hot hand at RB Fri Oct 3, 02:08 PM
Carolina Panthers RBs Darrin Reaves, Fozzy Whittaker and Chris Ogbonnaya will all receive carries early in the game Week 5, and the team will continue to use whichever running back is producing, according to head coach Ron Rivera.
Footballguys view: Okay, maybe not 'hot' hand with this collection of backs...but can we at least get 'lukewarm' hand?? Ugh, what a mess. Fantasy owners need to avoid this if possible. Reaves is quick, but he lacks run after contact ability. Ogbonnaya is the best all-purpose back out of this group, but who knows how large his role will be on Sunday. |
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Panthers | Jonathan Stewart unlikely to play Thu Oct 2, 03:43 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (knee) likely will not be able to play in Week 5, according to head coach Ron Rivera. Rivera said he is comfortable with RBs Darrin Reaves, Fozzy Whittaker and Chris Ogbonnaya.
Footballguys view: Reaves is an interesting guy to watch and a lot of analysts liked him predraft. That said, he didn't look that great last week when he had to enter the game cold and ended up mostly in pass protection. At this point, while he'll get the bulk of the work, he's no better than a RB4. |
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Panthers | DeAngelo Williams out Wed Oct 1, 10:14 AM
Updating an earlier report, Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams (ankle) is out for Week 5, according to head coach Ron Rivera.
Footballguys view: Here we go with the Darrin Reaves era! Ugh, there are reports that Jonathan Stewart may return to action this week. We're just avoiding the Panthers RB situation right now even against a Bears defense that ranks 20th against the run and allows 122.5 rushing yards per game. |
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Panthers | DeAngelo Williams in a cast Wed Oct 1, 09:24 AM
Updating previous reports, Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams (ankle) has right foot and ankle in a cast Wednesday, Oct. 1.
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Panthers | Panthers adding Chris Ogbonnaya Mon Sep 29, 06:49 PM
The Carolina Panthers will sign free-agent RB Chris Ogbonnaya (Browns).
Footballguys view: Yes! Our man "Silent G" is back in the NFL. He's a running back/fullback 'tweener who can produce as a runner or receiver out of the backfield. The Panthers are desperate at the running back position because Mike Tolbert, Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams are all banged up. |
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Browns | Cut Chris Ogbonnaya Sat Aug 30, 10:22 AM
The Cleveland Browns cut RB Chris Ogbonnaya Saturday, Aug. 30.
Footballguys view: A captain of the Black Eyed Joe All-Name Team gets his walking papers. We hope that "Silent G" finds his way back into the league. |
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Browns | Edwin Baker performing well Sat Jun 28, 05:36 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Edwin Baker has had some good moments in spring practices and seems to be ahead of RB Chris Ogbonnaya in the pecking order. Ogbonnaya may be used mostly on special teams.
Footballguys view: Baker has a strong lower body and does a good job grinding his legs after contact. He'll be third string at best this year for the Browns behind starter Ben Tate, veteran Dion Lewis and rookie Terrance West. Rookie Isaiah Crowell could be the in the mix as well. |
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Browns | Terrance West seeing first-team reps Wed Jun 11, 10:08 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Terrance West has been getting reps with the first-team offense in practice, and he has shown power through the first level and quickness when eluding defenders. He is expected to play a major role for the team offensively. RB Chris Ogbonnaya has also taken reps with the first team while the team takes it slow with RB Ben Tate.
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Browns | Willis McGahee expects to return Tue Dec 17, 02:19 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Willis McGahee (concussion) said he's feeling 'pretty good' and expects to return in Week 16 after being inactive in Week 15.
Footballguys view: This just complicates the Browns backfield even further. We thought more of Edwin Baker could be on the menu based on his play in Week 15. Instead, it sounds like McGahee, Baker and "Silent G" Chris Ogbonnaya could all three have some sort of role this week. Avoid the situation if at all possible in your fantasy championship. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya to start Sun Dec 15, 12:36 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya will start at running back Week 15 in place of RB Willis McGahee (concussion).
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Browns | Willis McGahee ruled out Fri Dec 13, 03:05 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Willis McGahee (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 15 against the Chicago Bears. RB Chris Ogbonnaya will receive the majority of the workload in his place, with RB Fozzy Whittaker also seeing some work in relief.
Footballguys view: Ogbonnaya should be a fine RB2 play as long as he doesn't fumble and get benched a la Stevan Ridley. The Bears run defense is far and away the worst in the league. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya feeling better Thu Nov 21, 11:14 AM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs) was healthier in Week 11 than he had been in recent weeks, which allowed him to have more carries.
Footballguys view: We like "Silent G" as a low end RB2/flex play with upside against the Steelers in Week 12. We can trust him more than Willis McGahee each week. |
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Browns | Friday practice report for Week 11 Fri Nov 15, 02:10 PM
Cleveland Browns TE MarQueis Gray (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 15, and has been ruled out for Week 11. OL Jason Pinkston (ankle) was limited in practice and is questionable. LB Paul Krueger (finger), FB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs) and CB Christopher Owens (finger) all fully practiced and are probable.
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Browns | Thursday practice report for Week 11 Thu Nov 14, 06:38 PM
Cleveland Browns TE MarQueis Gray (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 14. OG Jason Pinkston (ankle) was limited during practice. RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs), LB Paul Kruger (finger) and CB Christopher Owens (finger) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya practices in full Wed Nov 13, 06:07 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs) practiced in full Wednesday, Nov. 13.
Footballguys view: The Browns have a tough matchup against the Bengals this week. Willis McGahee has not been getting it done so perhaps we'll see more from Ogbonnaya as a runner and receiver out of the backfield. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya to see more carries Fri Nov 8, 10:58 AM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya will start receiving more carries and dip into RB Willis McGahee's workload. McGahee is averaging just 2.6 yards per carry in 100 rushes.
Footballguys view: Ogbonnaya is a sneaky waiver wire add on his bye. He has been involved as a receiver and in the red zone, so adding more carries could make him an RB2 play in PPR leagues. The Browns offense looks better than expected in the passing game with Jason Campbell, which should loosen things up for the running game if the trend continues. |
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Browns | More carries for Chris Ogbonnaya? Tue Nov 5, 02:36 PM
Updating a previous item, Cleveland Browns head coach Rob Chudzinski said RB Chris Ogbonnaya could start to receive more carries.
Footballguys view: Fantasy owners in need of running back help should perk up here. Willis McGahee is just not getting it done. Ogbonnaya is a weapon who can contribute as a runner and receiver out of the backfield. Keep him on waiver wire speed dial in case we do see more carries for him going forward. |
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Browns | Two could get more carries Sat Nov 2, 09:44 PM
Cleveland Browns RBs Chris Ogbonnaya and Fozzy Whittaker could receive more carries as the season goes on.
Footballguys view: Willis McGahee has been ineffective, and the best weapons on the team are in the passing game anyway. Ogbonnaya and Whittaker could have desperation play value in PPR leagues. |
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Browns | Friday practice report for Week 9 Fri Nov 1, 03:40 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Quentin Groves (ankle) and DL Billy Winn (Quad) both were limited in practice Friday, Nov. 1, and are questionable for Week 9. DL Desmond Bryant (thumb), RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs), DB Christopher Owens (finger) and LB Jabaal Sheard (wrist) all fully practiced and are probable.
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Browns | Thursday practice report Thu Oct 31, 05:19 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Quentin Groves (ankle) and DE Billy Winn (quadriceps) were limited in practice Thursday, Oct. 31. RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs), CB Christopher Owens (finger) and LB Jabaal Sheard (wrist) practiced in full.
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Browns | Wednesday practice report Wed Oct 30, 05:11 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Quentin Groves (ankle) and DE Billy Winn (quadriceps) were limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 30. RB Willis McGahee (knee), RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs), CB Christopher Owens (finger) and LB Jabaal Sheard (wrist) practiced in full.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya probable Fri Oct 25, 03:21 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs) practiced in full Friday, Oct. 25, and is probable for Week 8.
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Browns | Four take part in practice Thu Oct 24, 06:11 PM
Cleveland Browns FB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs), DE Armonty Bryant (shoulder), LB Tank Carder (neck) and CB Christopher Owens (finger) fully participated in practice Thursday, Oct. 24.
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Browns | Four fully practice Wed Oct 23, 06:07 PM
Cleveland Browns DE Armonty Bryant (shoulder), LB Tank Carder (neck), RB Chris Ogbonnaya (ribs) and CB Christopher Owens (finger) all fully participated in practice Thursday, Oct. 23.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya probable Fri Oct 11, 03:12 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) practiced in full Friday, Oct. 11, and is probable for Week 6.
Footballguys view: Ogbonnaya touched the ball often enough to have flex value in PPR leagues two weeks ago, and he could be worth rostering again in very deep PPR leagues against the Lions this week. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya practices in full Thu Oct 10, 04:43 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Oct. 10.
Footballguys view: "Silent G" (not to be confused with Silent Bob) will have a bigger impact for the Browns than fantasy owners as he will probably see more blocking than running if he plays at all on Sunday. |
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Browns | Three players limited Wed Oct 9, 04:29 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion), LB Quentin Groves (ankle) and LB Jabaal Sheard (knee) were limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 9.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya to practice Wed Oct 9, 11:14 AM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) will return to practice Wednesday, Oct. 9.
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Browns | Two miss practice Mon Oct 7, 02:53 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) and LB Jabaal Sheard (knee) did not participate in practice Monday, Oct. 7.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya not cleared Mon Oct 7, 12:12 PM
Updating a previous report, Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) has not yet been cleared to practice.
Footballguys view: 'Silent G' will have to pass the NFL's protocol for concussions before returning to the field. The team will monitor him closely during the week. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya limited Mon Oct 7, 11:34 AM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) did some sprints and worked with trainers Monday, Oct. 7.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya suffered concussion Fri Oct 4, 01:08 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (concussion) suffered a concussion in the team's Week 5 game Thursday, Oct. 3.
Footballguys view: As long as his recovery goes smoothly, Ogbonnaya should be ready for the game against the Lions next week because the teams has 10 days until the contest. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya injured Thu Oct 3, 09:32 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (head) left the team's Week 5 game early and is being evaluated for a head injury. He is considered questionable to return.
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya probable Wed Oct 2, 06:16 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (thigh) practiced in full Wednesday, Oct. 2, and is probable for Week 5.
Footballguys view: "Silent G" will be on the field against the Bills on Thursday night. His fantasy value is low, but his value to the team is considerable. Ogbonnaya can contribute as a runner, blocker, or receiver out of the backfield. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya practices in full Tue Oct 1, 08:21 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Chris Ogbonnaya (thigh) practiced in full Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Footballguys view: "Silent G" should be in the lineup against the Bills on Thursday night. He'll contribute as a runner, blocker, and receiver out of the backfield. |
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Browns | Chris Ogbonnaya practices fully Mon Sep 30, 09:34 PM
Cleveland Browns FB Chris Ogbonnaya (thigh) was able to practice fully Monday, Sept. 30.
Footballguys view: "Silent G" will continue to play as a reserve running back behind Willis McGahee. He can also line up at fullback and help blast open holes for the ground game. |
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