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CFL | Steve Slaton signs with Toronto Thu Apr 24, 10:33 AM
The Toronto Argonauts signed free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) to an undisclosed contract.
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Broncos | Steve Slaton works out Fri Nov 23, 11:06 AM
The Denver Broncos worked out free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Texans) this week.
| Footballguys view: Slaton had a good workout for the team, but there's no rush to sign him. They could activate Jeremiah Johnson off their practice squad if they want RB help. |
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Broncos | Steve Slaton has impressive workout Tue Nov 20, 09:06 PM
Free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) had an impressive workout Tuesday, Nov. 20, for the Denver Broncos. However, the team has three running backs on the 53-man roster, and they are not likely to sign Slaton (or anyone else) unless RB Willis McGahee (knee) is forced to the season-ending Injured Reserve list.
| Footballguys view: The Broncos will put Slaton on the emergency contact list if they need help at the position. If they wanted to they could just activate Jeremiah Johnson off the practice squad for additional RB help. |
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Broncos | Will try out RBs Mon Nov 19, 03:57 PM
The Denver Broncos will work out some running backs Tuesday, Nov. 20, including free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins).
| Footballguys view: John Fox said "We may or may not. We won't have those discussions until tonight (Monday). Right now, we feel really good about the guys we have." Guys like Slaton, Tyrel Sutton, Josh Vaughan, or Joseph Addai could be options for the Broncos. Sutton and Vaughan have experience with Fox from their days with the Panthers. Addai has experience with QB Peyton Manning. If the Broncos bring in any RB it won't be as the starter. We expect rookie Ronnie Hillman to get that shot. |
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Jets | Looking to sign RB Tue Nov 13, 01:29 PM
The New York Jets are looking to sign a free-agent running back, and free-agent RBs Steve Slaton (Dolphins) and Kahlil Bell (Bears) are in town for workouts.
| Footballguys view: The Jets need some help at the RB position. We think Slaton could have the edge since he played for offensive coordinator Tony Sparano in Miami. |
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Lions | No plans to add Ryan Grant, Steve Slaton Wed Sep 19, 12:51 AM
The Detroit Lions worked out free-agents RB Ryan Grant (Packers), RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) and other undisclosed players, but they are not signing any at this point.
| Footballguys view: The Lions are just doing their due diligence here. Both Grant and Slaton will be on their emergency list if injuries hit their RB corps. |
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Lions | Ryan Grant to get workout Mon Sep 17, 03:35 PM
The Detroit Lions will bring in free-agent RB Ryan Grant (Packers) for a workout. Free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) was also scheduled to be brought in for a workout this week.
| Footballguys view: The Lions are doing their due diligence as they continue to look for veteran depth at the RB position. Mikel Leshoure is set to come back from his two game suspension and could be relied on as the starting RB soon. |
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Lions | Steve Slaton to work out Sat Sep 15, 10:51 PM
Free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) will work out for the Detroit Lions sometime next week.
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Bears | Pass on Steve Slaton Sat Sep 15, 10:03 PM
The Chicago Bears brought in free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) Saturday, Sept. 15, for a workout, but elected to let him leave without a contract. They re-signed RB Kahlil Bell, citing his familiarity with the offense based on the offseason and preseason.
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Bears | Steve Slaton to get a workout Fri Sep 14, 03:07 PM
The Chicago Bears will work out free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) Saturday, Sept. 15.
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Redskins | Yet to express interest in Steve Slaton Sun Sep 2, 08:11 PM
The Washington Redskins were reportedly in trade talks with the Miami Dolphins about RB Steve Slaton, who has since been released. A source reports that Slaton has cleared waivers, but the team has not yet expressed an interest in the free agent.
| Footballguys view: The Redskins RB situation is the most tumultuous in the league. Their future starting RB may not even be on the roster right now. There may be some fantasy value there, but we only like taking a chance on a guy like Alfred Morris late in your drafts. |
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NFL | Steve Slaton clears waivers Sun Sep 2, 08:07 PM
Free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Dolphins) has cleared waivers and can now sign with any NFL club, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Slaton fits well in a zone blocking system. Teams like Washington or Houston could show interest in him as a street free agent. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton released Sat Sep 1, 09:43 PM
The Miami Dolphins cut RB Steve Slaton Saturday, Sept. 1.
| Footballguys view: Slaton was rumored to be going to Washington in a move that would boost his value, but it was not to be. He could get a call when the inevitable running back injuries strike during the regular season. |
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Redskins | Working on trade with Miami Fri Aug 31, 12:43 PM
The Washington Redskins are working on a trade that would send WR Anthony Armstrong to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for RB Steve Slaton.
| Footballguys view: Offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan oversaw the Texans offense during Slaton's outstanding rookie year, so this is not a shocking development. Slaton would definitely gain value with the move if it happens, perhaps even enough to be worth rostering in typical leagues. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton, Marcus Thigpen battling for spot Thu Aug 30, 02:04 AM
Miami Dolphins RBs Steve Slaton and Marcus Thigpen are believed to be fighting for a roster spot. Slaton carried four times for 22 yards in the preseason finale against the Dallas Cowboys, while Thigpen had one carry for three yards and a seven-yard reception. Thigpen also had four kickoff returns for 24 yards.
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton running as third tailback Sun Jul 29, 08:49 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton currently has the lead on rookie RB Lamar Miller for the No. 3 running back role.
| Footballguys view: Slaton has become a favorite of the new coaching staff in Miami. He's a perfect fit for their new zone/power blocking system and has the edge with experience over Miller. We could see Miller getting used as a runner and perhaps even lining up as a slot receiver sometimes this year. |
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Dolphins | Coach not committed to one formula with running attack Sun Jul 29, 08:48 PM
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin said he is not committed to any specific number of times a running back needs to touch the football this season. When asked if he prefers a feature back or a committee approach, Philbin said: 'I'm not locked into one guy carrying the ball 23 times and the next guy carrying it seven. You want a guy to touch the football X-amount of times because those guys have a higher chance of getting yourself a big play, but I'm not locked into any one formula.' RBs Reggie Bush, Daniel Thomas, Steve Slaton and rookie Lamar Miller are all jockeying for playing time during training camp.
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Dolphins | Daniel Thomas may be pushed for No. 2 RB job Sun Jul 22, 02:45 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Daniel Thomas may be pushed by RBs Lamar Miller and Steve Slaton for the No. 2 running back job if he is not able to improve on his 3.5 yards per carry and his yards after contact which ranked fifth worst among NFL running backs last season.
| Footballguys view: When he came out of Kansas State, Thomas reminded some in the scouting community of Michael Bush. He flashed ability briefly last year before injuries slowed him down. He'll see a big push from Miller during training camp. We feel Miller has the skill set to be a featured back if the opportunity arises. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton expected to be on bubble Mon Jul 2, 02:47 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton is expected to be on the roster bubble during training camp. He may compete with RBs Marcus Thigpen, Jonas Gray and Jerome Messam for the No. 4 running back job.
| Footballguys view: Slaton could make the team as the No. 4 RB because of his versatility and explosive playmaking ability. He won't have much fantasy value unless a lot of injuries hit the depth chart in front of him. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton may be on way out Sat Apr 28, 12:33 PM
With the Miami Dolphins selecting rookie RB Lamar Miller in the fourth round of the NFL Draft, RB Steve Slaton may no longer be in the team's plans.
| Footballguys view: Slaton was re-signed to a one-year deal earlier this year, but the team could have different plans since they selected Lamar Miller in the 2012 NFL Draft. |
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Dolphins | New blocking scheme may help Steve Slaton Thu Mar 29, 06:40 PM
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin said RB Steve Slaton was re-signed because he believes Slaton will benefit from the team's zone blocking scheme.
| Footballguys view: Slaton flourished in Houston under a zone blocking scheme and gives the Dolphins valuable veteran depth. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton fits system well Thu Mar 29, 12:43 AM
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin said Wednesday, March 28, that RB Steve Slaton is a good fit for the team's system. 'I think (Steve) had some very good production in the league. He's a guy we think fits our system of running the football very, very well,' Philbin said.
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton provides insurance Fri Mar 16, 12:58 PM
RB Steve Slaton's return to the Miami Dolphins gives them some insurance in the backfield because Slaton is comparable to RB Reggie Bush, who has been injured often during his NFL career.
| Footballguys view: Slaton is a reserve player, but could regain his status as a fantasy darling if Reggie Bush were to go down with an injury. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton re-signed Thu Mar 15, 03:21 PM
The Miami Dolphins have re-signed free-agent RB Steve Slaton to a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Slaton won't have much fantasy potential unless there's injuries in front of him on the depth chart to Reggie Bush or Daniel Thomas. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton may return Tue Mar 13, 02:31 PM
The Miami Dolphins have shown an interest in re-signing free-agent RB Steve Slaton.
| Footballguys view: There's an opportunity for Slaton to stick around with the Dolphins and their new regime. He could compete for a roster spot behind Reggie Bush and Daniel Thomas. |
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Dolphins | Several FAs not expected to return Mon Feb 13, 03:38 PM
The Miami Dolphins are not expected to re-sign impending free-agent QBs Chad Henne and J.P. Losman, RB Steve Slaton, OT Marc Colombo and LB Ikaika Alama-Francis this offseason.
| Footballguys view: Henne has been recently linked to the Broncos in free agency. We don't know if that will happen because his skill set is completely different from Tim Tebow. |
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Dolphins | Daniel Thomas expected to get more carries Sat Dec 31, 11:25 AM
Miami Dolphins RB Daniel Thomas is expected to receive more carries in Week 17 because of the injury to RB Reggie Bush (knee). RBs Lex Hilliard and Steve Slaton are also expected to be more involved in the offense.
| Footballguys view: Thomas was drafted to be the team's lead back, but injuries and inconsistencies marred his rookie year. We'll see if he can lead the charge for the Dolphins on the ground now that Bush is not going to play. |
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Dolphins | Week 16 Inactives Sat Dec 24, 11:57 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared TE Anthony Fasano, QB Pat Devlin, OG Ray Feinga, DL Ryan Baker, OG Ryan Cook, RB Steve Slaton, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 16.
| Footballguys view: Charles Clay is the best TE play on the Dolphins this week. |
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Dolphins | Week 15 Inactives Sun Dec 18, 11:52 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared OT Jake Long, TE Jeron Mastrud, LB Koa Misi, OG Ray Feinga, DL Ryan Baker, RB Steve Slaton, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 15.
| Footballguys view: Matt Moore is active and starting, but without his stud LT Jake Long, so his status as a sleeper QB is hurt despite a good matchup. |
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Dolphins | Week 14 Inactives Sun Dec 11, 11:51 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, OG Ray Feinga, OG Ryan Cook, DL Ryan Baker, RB Steve Slaton, TE Will Yeatman, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 14.
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Dolphins | Week 13 Inactives Sun Dec 4, 11:55 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, OG Ray Feinga, DL Ryan Baker, RB Steve Slaton, OT Vernon Carey, TE Will Yeatman, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 13.
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Dolphins | Week 12 Inactives Thu Nov 24, 03:20 PM
The Miami Dolphins have declared PK Dan Carpenter, DL Igor Olshansky, DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, OG John Jerry, RB Steve Slaton, TE Will Yeatman, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 12.
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Dolphins | Week 11 Inactives Sun Nov 20, 11:48 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared PK Dan Carpenter, DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, OG Ryan Cook, RB Steve Slaton, DL Tony McDaniel, TE Will Yeatman, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 11.
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Dolphins | Week 10 Inactives Sun Nov 13, 11:48 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, OG John Jerry, CB Nolan Carroll, DL Phillip Merling, RB Steve Slaton, OT Will Barker, TE Will Yeatman inactive for Week 10.
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Dolphins | Week 9 Inactives Sun Nov 6, 11:35 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, OG John Jerry, DL Phillip Merling, RB Steve Slaton, CB Vontae Davis, OT Will Barker, TE Will Yeatman inactive for Week 9.
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Giants | Two fined Fri Nov 4, 06:50 PM
New York Giants S Antrel Rolle was fined $15,000 Friday, Nov. 4, and DL Linval Joseph was fined $7,500 for their actions in the team's Week 8 game. Rolle made a horse-collar tackle on Miami Dolphins RB Reggie Bush and Joseph was fined for a late hit on RB Steve Slaton.
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Dolphins | Week 7 Inactives Sun Oct 23, 11:56 AM
The Miami Dolphins have declared DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, DL Phillip Merling, SS Reshad Jones, OG Ryan Cook, RB Steve Slaton, TE Will Yeatman, OT Will Barker inactive for Week 7.
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Dolphins | Week 6 Inactives Mon Oct 17, 07:45 PM
The Miami Dolphins have declared SS Chris X. Clemons, DL Ikaika Alama-Francis, DL Phillip Merling, OG Ryan Cook, RB Steve Slaton, OT Will Barker, TE Will Yeatman inactive for Week 6.
| Footballguys view: Daniel Thomas is active and he should get a lot of touches as long as his hamstring responds. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton makes debut Sun Oct 2, 11:14 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton made his team debut in Week 4 against the San Diego Chargers, but he had just one run for two yards and one reception for minus-2 yards.Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton made his team debut in Week 4 against the San Diego Chargers, but he had just one run for two yards and one reception for minus-2 yards.
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton picking up offense Sat Oct 1, 01:54 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton said he has picked up the offense well since joining the team. Slaton could see playing time in Week 4 because of the injury for RB Daniel Thomas (hamstring).
| Footballguys view: Slaton could get mixed in a little with the injury to Thomas, but we think we'll see more from Lex Hilliard. At the best Slaton could see a few receptions out of the backfield and a couple of carries. |
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton could see time in Week 4 Sat Oct 1, 09:38 AM
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton is expected to see some playing time in Week 4 with RB Daniel Thomas (hamstring) nursing a hamstring injury. 'I'm prepared to get reps,' Slaton said. 'I'm studying as hard as I can, and I just have to try to remember as much as I can for the first weekend.'
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Dolphins | Daniel Thomas not at practice Fri Sep 30, 02:41 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Daniel Thomas (hamstring) was not participating during practice Friday, Sept. 30. If he is not able to play in Week 4, RB Steve Slaton could receive some playing time.
| Footballguys view: Thomas aggravated the hamstring injury that kept him out of the season opener vs. the Patriots. Reggie Bush has failed as the starter, so Steve Slaton becomes more interesting in the wake of this news. |
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Dolphins | Unsure how they will use Steve Slaton Thu Sep 29, 10:02 PM
Miami Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano said the team has not decided how to use RB Steve Slaton at this point and they will take their Week 5 bye to figure out his role.
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Dolphins | Steve Slaton claimed Wed Sep 28, 04:20 PM
The Miami Dolphins have claimed Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton off waivers.
| Footballguys view: Slaton gives the team veteran depth, but we're not expecting much from him as he's fourth on the depth chart behind Daniel Thomas, Reggie Bush, and Lex Hilliard. |
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Cardinals | Not interested in Steve Slaton Wed Sep 28, 09:58 AM
The Arizona Cardinals are unlikely to pursue free-agent RB Steve Slaton (Texans).
| Footballguys view: Many speculated the Cardinals would have interest in Slaton because of the injury to Beanie Wells. It sounds like Slaton will have to look elsewhere (Denver, Washington) for employment. |
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Texans | Steve Slaton released Tue Sep 27, 04:35 PM
The Houston Texans put RB Steve Slaton on waivers Tuesday, Sept. 27, and added RB Chris Ogbonnaya from the practice squad in a corresponding move.
| Footballguys view: Interesting move by the Texans here. With Slaton on the open market we could see teams like Denver, Kansas City, Arizona, or Washington show interest in the veteran back. |
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Texans | Derrick Ward injury update Thu Sep 22, 11:12 AM
Houston Texans RB Derrick Ward (ankle) revealed Wednesday, Sept. 21, that his injury is a high ankle sprain. If Ward and RB Arian Foster (hamstring) can't play in Week 3, RB Ben Tate would start with RB Steve Slaton serving as the backup. Head coach Gary Kubiak added he is prepared to go with only two running backs in Week 3. 'You can play a game with two guys,' Kubiak said. 'You don't like two. You'd like to suit up three, but we'll see.'
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Texans | Steve Slaton might have bigger role Mon Sep 19, 10:02 PM
Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton might have a bigger role in the offense in Week 3 against the New Orleans Saints if RBs Arian Foster (hamstring) and Derrick Ward (ankle) are out or limited.
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Texans | More on RB situation in Week 1 Fri Sep 9, 08:00 PM
Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak said Friday, Sept. 9, that RBs Steve Slaton, Ben Tate and Derrick Ward could all see time in Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts if RB Arian Foster (hamstring) is sidelined. 'They could possibly all play,' Kubiak said. 'Obviously, Derrick would be the starter and Tate would play and Steve's prepared to play, too, so we could use them all three.'
| Footballguys view: Sounds like we'll get to see if Steve Slaton could get closer to his rookie year form if Foster is out. |
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Texans | Steve Slaton makes final roster Sun Sep 4, 04:51 AM
Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton (hamstring) made the team's 53-man roster. Slaton did not play during the preseason due to a hamstring injury, but he still was able to make the team as their No. 4 running back.
| Footballguys view: Everyone under the sun thought Slaton would get cut and find a home elsewhere. Perhaps the team is keeping him around as insurance behind Arian Foster as he tries to battle back from another hamstring injury. Slaton could also be trade bait if the Texans feel Foster is healthy. |
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