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Dolphins | Miami moves on from two receivers Tue Sep 1, 02:12 PM
Miami Dolphins WRs Chester Rogers and Ricardo Louis were released Tuesday, Sept. 1.
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Dolphins | Miami adding Ricardo Louis Sat Aug 8, 04:06 PM
Free-agent WR Ricardo Louis (Dolphins) agreed to terms with the Miami Dolphins Saturday, Aug. 8, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: The Dolphins had two receivers (Allen Hurns, Albert Wilson) opt out for the 2020 season. Adding Louis for veteran depth makes sense. Louis was signed to a one-year deal (as an ERFA) earlier this year but was cut back in July. A neck injury (2018) and knee injury (2019) has kept Louis off the field for the last two regular seasons. Once thought of as a long-shot for the 53-man roster, his chances are better now. |
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Dolphins | Miami talking to receivers Thu Aug 6, 05:02 PM
Free-agent WRs Ricardo Louis (Dolphins) and Chester Rogers (Colts) have been contacted and put through physicals by the Miami Dolphins, according to a source Thursday, Aug. 6.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here. The Dolphins have had two receivers opt out (Albert Wilson, Allen Hurns) so their WR corps is getting a bit thin. Add in the fact that Preston Williams is still on the road to recovery from the knee injury he suffered mid-season in 2019, and you can see how the Dolphins would be in the market for more wide receivers. We'll see if any of these guys get signed. |
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Dolphins | Miami releases two players Sat Jul 25, 05:49 PM
Miami Dolphins QB Jake Rudock and WR Ricardo Louis were released Saturday, July 25.
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Dolphins | Ricardo Louis receives new deal Tue Feb 4, 06:09 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Ricardo Louis signed a new one-year contract with the Dolphins Tuesday, Feb. 4, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Louis hasn't seen the field since 2017. He missed 2019 with a knee injury and his missed 2018 with a neck problem. Louis was a fourth-round pick for the Cleveland Browns when he came out of Auburn in 2016. He's caught 45 passes for 562 yards and zero touchdowns in his pro career. |
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Dolphins | Knee issue for Ricardo Louis Sat May 18, 09:10 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Ricardo Louis (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list with a knee injury, according to a league source. It was initially reported that Louis was dealing with a neck injury.
| Footballguys view: Louis missed the 2018 season with a neck injury. Now, he's lost for the year due to a knee injury suffered this offseason. Louis is going to have a difficult time continuing his pro career that had some minor flashes early on when he was with the Browns. He's set to be an RFA for the Dolphins following this season. |
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Dolphins | MIA makes flurry of moves Thu May 16, 10:03 AM
Free-agent C Tony Adams (Patriots), OG Kyle E. Fuller (Redskins) and LB Nate Orchard (Seahawks) signed undisclosed deals with the Miami Dolphins Thursday, May 16. OG Isaac Asiata (undisclosed) was waived/injured. C Kirk Barron was waived. WR Ricardo Louis (neck) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list.
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Dolphins | Ricardo Louis signs with Miami Mon Apr 8, 09:34 AM
Free-agent WR Ricardo Louis (Browns) agreed to a one-year deal with the Miami Dolphins Monday, April 8. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis waived Mon Apr 1, 10:14 AM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis was waived Monday, April 1.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis to miss season Wed Jul 25, 12:19 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis (neck) will miss the entire 2018 season.
| Footballguys view: A fourth-round pick out of Auburn in the 2016 NFL draft, Louis injured his neck late last year but still managed to catch 27 passes on the year. With Louis out for the year and Josh Gordon taking some time to address his mental health, the Browns may consider making a move for a veteran wide receiver. Dez Bryant has been a consideration for the team according to their General Manager John Dorsey. |
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Browns | Week 13 injury report for Browns Fri Dec 1, 04:59 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Sammie Coates (ankle, knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 1, and has been ruled out for Week 13. WR Kenny Britt (knee), RB Isaiah Crowell (shoulder), WR Ricardo Louis (chest, ribs) and S Derron Smith (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Browns | Thursday practice report for Browns Thu Nov 30, 06:31 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Sammie Coates (ankle, knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 30. WR Kenny Britt (knee) and S Derron Smith (knee) were limited during practice. WR Ricardo Louis (chest, ribs) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Cleveland's Wednesday injury report Wed Nov 29, 06:18 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Sammie Coates (ankle, knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 29. WR Kenny Britt (knee) and S Derron Smith (knee) were limited during practice. WR Ricardo Louis (chest, ribs) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis finishes with 42 yards Sun Oct 29, 01:19 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis caught two passes for 42 yards against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis records 71 yards Sun Oct 8, 04:54 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis caught five passes for 71 yards against the New York Jets in Week 5.
| Footballguys view: Louis was Kevin Hogan's favorite target and could have end of the bench desperation play value going forward. |
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Browns | Ricardo Louis catches five passes Sun Oct 1, 04:54 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis caught five passes for 64 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 4.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis primed for bigger role Tue Sep 19, 01:07 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis 'figures to move in the pecking order' following the Week 2 injury to Corey Coleman, according to ESPN's Pat McManamon, who adds he expects Rashard Higgins to remain the team's slot receiver.
| Footballguys view: Like Higgins, Louis was picked in the 2016 NFL draft by the Browns. While Higgins was a fifth-round pick for the Browns, they actually selected Louis in the fourth round. Coming out of Auburn, Louis had a nice size/speed combination at 6'2" 215 pounds. He can make plays after the catch and is developing as a route runner. |
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Browns | Ricardo Louis continues to draw praise Sat Jul 8, 11:49 AM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis has 'really helped himself' and 'is a talented young man,' according to senior offensive assistant Al Saunders.
| Footballguys view: The Browns wide receiver group is unsettled after Kenny Britt and Corey Coleman, so an opportunity is there for Louis and other youngsters like Jordan Payton and Rashard Higgins. This isn't a pass offense that can support three fantasy relevant wideouts, but Louis's top-end measureables and possible separation from his fellow 2016 third-day picks merits attention in deep dynasty leagues. |
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Browns | Ricardo Louis could be No. 3 WR Sun Jun 18, 04:24 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis appears to be one of the leading candidates for the No. 3 receiver job this season because of his versatility and run after the catch ability, in the opinion of The Cleveland Plain Dealer's Dan Labbe.
| Footballguys view: There has recently been a flood of positive stories about Louis coming out of Browns camp. His main competition for the no3 spot could be Rashard Higgins or Jordan Payton. The Browns QB situation is a hot mess, but they'll be supported by a strong offensive line and a solid rushing attack. Louis likely has little fantasy value in redraft leagues even if he's the no3 WR for the Browns, but dynasty owners should be monitoring his progress through training camp. |
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Browns | Ricardo Louis to train with Brandon Marshall Fri Jun 16, 12:26 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis expects to spend some of his down time this summer working out with New York Giants WR Brandon Marshall. He also hopes to pick the brains of Pittsburgh Steelers WR Antonio Brown and retired receiver Andre Johnson - each of whom is a Miami native like he is.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis ready to step up? Thu Jun 15, 09:11 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis is more confident and comfortable in the offense this year, according to ESPN.com's Pat McManamon, and McManamon believes Cleveland's lack of depth at the receiver position could lead to Louis playing an important role.
| Footballguys view: It's a steady and interesting drumbeat that has been there this offseason. Louis is someone that beat writers are pegging as an improved player. A fourth-round pick in 2016, Louis had a 5-for-65 stat line against the Titans in Week 6 last year and then it was all downhill for him as he barely saw the field. |
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Browns | Friday injury report for Cleveland Fri Dec 30, 05:29 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Trey Caldwell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 17, while LB Cam Johnson (groin) and CB Joe Haden (groin, neck) are listed as questionable. Caldwell and Johnson did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 30, while Haden was limited during practice. LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin), LS Charley Hughlett (hamstring), CB Jamar Taylor (groin) and TE Randall Telfer (ankle, thumb) were limited during practice but are not on the injury report. WR Andrew Hawkins (finger, knee), WR Ricardo Louis (thumb) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Browns | Thursday practice report for Cleveland Thu Dec 29, 09:39 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin), LS Charley Hughlett (hamstring), CB Jamar Taylor (groin) and TE Randall Telfer (ankle, thumb) were limited participants in practice Thursday, Dec. 29. WR Andrew Hawkins (finger) and WR Ricardo Louis (thumb) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Wednesday injury report for Cleveland Wed Dec 28, 04:58 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Trey Caldwell (hamstring), CB Joe Haden (groin, neck), LB Cam Johnson (groin) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 28. LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin), LS Charley Hughlett (hamstring), CB Jamar Taylor (groin) and TE Randall Telfer (ankle, thumb) were limited during practice. WR Andrew Hawkins (finger) and WR Ricardo Louis (thumb) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Friday's Browns injury report Fri Dec 23, 03:29 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Jamar Taylor (groin), TE Randall Telfer (ankle, knee, thumb) and LB Dominique Alexander (abdominal, groin) were limited participants in practice Friday, Dec. 23. Meanwhile, TE Seth DeValve (hip), CB Joe Haden (groin), WRs Andrew Hawkins (finger), Ricardo Louis (thumb), LS Charley Hughlett (hamstring), DL Stephen Paea (knee) and OL Joe Thomas (knee) practiced in full. Alexander and Telfer are considered questionable for the team's Week 16 game Saturday, Dec. 24, against the San Diego Chargers.
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Browns | Thursday injury report for Browns Thu Dec 22, 03:32 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin), LS Charley Hughlett (hamstring), DT Stephen Paea (knee), CB Jamar Taylor (groin), TE Randall Telfer (ankle, knee, thumb) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) were limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 22. TE Seth DeValve (hip), CB Joe Haden (groin), WR Andrew Hawkins (finger) and WR Ricardo Louis (thumb) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Wednesday injury report for Browns Wed Dec 21, 04:18 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Jamar Taylor (groin), TE Randall Telfer (ankle, knee, thumb) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 21. LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin), LS Charley Hughlett (hamstring) and DT Stephen Paea (knee) were limited during practice. TE Seth DeValve (hip), CB Joe Haden (groin), WR Andrew Hawkins (finger) and WR Ricardo Louis (thumb) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Friday injury report for Cleveland Fri Dec 16, 05:16 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 16, and is listed as questionable for Week 15. CB Jamar Taylor (groin) was limited during practice but is not on the injury report. CB Joe Haden (groin), WR Andrew Hawkins (finger), WR Ricardo Louis (thumb), DE Jamie Meder (thigh), TE Randall Telfer (thumb) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Browns | Cleveland's Wednesday injury report Wed Dec 14, 05:51 PM
Cleveland Browns OT Joe Thomas (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 14. LB Dominique Alexander (abdomen, groin), WR Ricardo Louis (thumb), DE Jamie Meder (thigh) and CB Jamar Taylor (groin) were limited during practice. CB Joe Haden (groin), WR Andrew Hawkins (finger) and TE Randall Telfer (thumb) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Wednesday injury report for Browns Wed Nov 9, 03:54 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Jamar Taylor (groin) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 9, and has been ruled out for Week 10. CB Joe Haden (groin), WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring), DT Jamie Meder (knee), DE Carl Nassib (eye) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) fully participated in practice and are not on the injury report.
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Browns | Tuesday practice report for Browns Tue Nov 8, 08:32 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Jamar Taylor (groin) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) did not practice Tuesday, Nov. 8. CB Joe Haden (groin), WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring), DT Jamie Meder (knee) and DE Carl Nassib (eye) participated fully.
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Browns | Monday practice report for Browns Mon Nov 7, 06:49 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Jamar Taylor (groin) and OT Joe Thomas (knee) did not practice Monday, Nov. 7. WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring) and DE Carl Nassib (eye) were limited. CB Joe Haden (groin) and DT Jamie Meder (knee) participated fully.
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Browns | Browns injury report for Friday Fri Nov 4, 04:27 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 4. LB Tank Carder (concussion), C Cameron Erving (shoulder) and CB Jamar Taylor (groin) were able to get in a limited session, while CBs Marcus Burley (hamstring), Joe Haden (groin), TE Randall Telfer (back), OL John Greco (knee) and Joe Thomas (knee) practiced in full. Carder, Erving, Louis and Taylor are all listed as questionable for Week 9.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis could draw a start Wed Oct 19, 10:01 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis might start opposite WR Andrew Hawkins in Week 7 against the Cincinnati Bengals if WR Terrelle Pryor (hamstring) is unable to go.
| Footballguys view: Louis is a good route-runner, but he's not the athlete that Pryor is. If Pryor doesn't play, then we can't recommend any target in the Browns passing game. |
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Browns | Cleveland's Friday injury report Fri Sep 9, 03:13 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Marcus Burley (groin) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 9, and has been ruled out for Week 1. CB Tracy Howard (hamstring), WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring), LB Emmanuel Ogbah (hamstring) and CB Tramon Williams (toe) fully participated in practice and are not listed on the injury report.
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Browns | Thursday injury report for Cleveland Thu Sep 8, 06:57 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Marcus Burley (groin) did not practice Thursday, Sept. 8. LB Emmanuel Ogbah (hamstring) was limited. CB Tracy Howard (hamstring), WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring), OT Joe Thomas (non-injury related) and CB Tramon Williams (toe) participated fully.
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Browns | Cleveland's Wednesday injury report for Week 1 Wed Sep 7, 04:53 PM
Cleveland Browns CB Marcus Burley (groin) and OT Joe Thomas (non-injury) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 7. CB Tracy Howard (hamstring), WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring) and CB Tramon Williams (toe) fully participated in practice.
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Browns | Ricardo Louis injures hamstring Mon Aug 15, 12:13 PM
Cleveland Browns WR Ricardo Louis (hamstring) pulled up in practice Sunday, Aug. 14, with a hamstring injury. He is the third Browns receiver to suffer such an injury this offseason, joining WRs Corey Coleman and Andrew Hawkins.
| Footballguys view: Louis is the best physical specimen of the trio of rookie wideouts taken on the third day. He's still at best competing for the #5 job once Josh Gordon is back. |
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