MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have been awarded defensive back Elijah Campbell off waivers from the N.Y. Jets and waived cornerback Jamal Perry.
Campbell made his NFL debut with the Jets in 2020, playing in three games. He played for the DC Defenders of the XFL in the spring of 2020 and the Birmingham Iron of the AAF in the spring of 2019. Campbell originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with Cleveland on May 4, 2018.
Perry has played in 27 games with seven starts for the Dolphins over the past two seasons (2019-20). He’s totaled 72 tackles (47 solo), one interception and seven passes defensed. Perry also has 11 special teams stops (seven solo). He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with Philadelphia on May 11, 2017.
| Name | Pos. | Hgt. | Wgt. | Birthdate | Exp. | College | Hometown | Acq. |
| Elijah Campbell | DB | 5-11 | 190 | 8/24/95 | 2 | Northern Iowa ’18 | St. Paul, Minn. | Wai., ’21 (NYJ) |
Jaguars Announce Roster Moves
JACKSONVILLE – The Jacksonville Jaguars have made the following roster moves, the team announced today.
- Claimed WR Tyron Johnson off of waivers from the Los Angeles Chargers. Johnson, 6-1, 193, spent time with Houston, Buffalo, Carolina and the Los Angeles Chargers during his rookie year in 2019. In 2020, he played in 12 games and recorded 20 receptions for 398 yards (19.9 yards per reception) and three TDs. The New Orleans native played collegiately at Oklahoma State, where he posted 80 receptions for 1,288 yards in 26 games.
- Signed the following players to the practice squad:
- CB Lorenzo Burns
- DT Doug Costin
- WR Jeff Cotton Jr.
- RB Nathan Cottrell
- WR Phillip Dorsett II
- WR Josh Hammond
- OL KC McDermott
- RB Devine Ozigbo
- DB Brandon Rusnak
- WR Devin Smith
- OL Badara Traore
- WR Laquon Treadwell
- OL Tre’Vour Wallace-Simms
- Waived DT Daniel Ekuale
- Released S Josh Jones from the team’s reserve/injured list via injury settlement.
| LIONS ANNOUNCE ROSTER MOVES Allen Park, Mich.— The Detroit Lions announced today the following roster moves: RELEASED TE Darren Fells S Dean Marlowe ACQUIRED VIA WAIVERS WR KhaDarel Hodge K Austin Seibert SIGNED TO THE PRACTICE SQUAD LB Tavante Beckett OLB Rashod Berry NT Miles Brown S Jalen Elliott K Zane Gonzalez DE Bruce Hector G Tommy Kraemer TE Alize Mack WR Javon McKinley RB Dedrick Mills T Darrin Paulo RB Craig Reynolds CB Nickell Robey-Coleman WR Sage Surratt TE Brock Wright |
OFFENSIVE LINE COACH GEORGE WARHOP
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September 1, 2021
(On OL Will Richardson Jr. switching positions to play guard) “The mindset this past week was that was just out of need. We were down to our fifth guard really and we thought Will [Richardson Jr.] was the best option for us going into that game with Trevor [Lawrence] playing quarterback. He can play guard. He’s played guard in camp, but he’s really a tackle first and a guard second. I think [if when] we get in season and we need him to do that, he has the ability to do that. I took my hat off to him because he didn’t practice. It was on a Saturday [that we said], ‘Hey, you’re going to go play guard.’ He said okay, took about 15 plays at walkthrough and he played, I don’t know, 15, 20 snaps in the game. That’s something that can happen, but right now he’s a tackle who can play guard.”
(On OL Walker Little’s performance) “I think Walker [Little]’s performed like most rookies perform. I think in some instances, he’s done really well and some instances he struggled a little bit. Most of his struggles are really just putting himself in position to win and that’s getting used to playing the game at this speed and at this level. I made the statement before about Walker, I think he’s the most prepared young guy I’ve had, and I still stand by that. But there’s still a process involved for a guy to come out of college to come into this league and have to play left tackle. Unless you’re a top five pick, and even those guys struggle playing left tackle, it’s a work in progress. Can he be better? There’s no question. Am I disappointed in him? Not at all. Is he going to get better over time? Yes, he’ll continue to get better. So, where he is, I’m pleased with. Where he is, I’d still like more. I don’t know if I’m answering your question, but I’m not disappointed in Walker at all.”
(On if OL Walker Little is prepared to step into the position at any time this season) “Yeah, he would. He had to step in for Cam [Robinson] in the preseason. We went and played New Orleans and they had #92 [DE Marcus Davenport] out there who’s a pain in the derriere to deal with. I thought he went out there
and he handled his business really well with the guy that’s a high-end, pass rushing NFL defensive end. You go watch that game and they’re rolling that guy in and out through the first three quarters, and I thought for the most part, other than one snap when he let him go speed to power on him, I thought Walker handled himself really well. If you want to say, ‘Can he go play based off the preseason?’ Go watch that game against a really good player in the NFL.”
(On OL Jawaan Taylor going into the regular season) “Jawaan [Taylor] had some things we had to fix and we’re still working on those, but I saw progress. As long as he continues to work on those things and push himself to use the things that we need to use for him, I think Jawaan’s going to be a really good right tackle in this league. I think he already is a really good right tackle. I think he could become a better right tackle. I had one of my former players out of the blue shoot me a text and say, ‘I love your right tackle. I love how that guy’s playing.’ So, I think he has a chance to be what we want at the position, but he still has to continue to work at it.”
(On OL Ben Bartch’s development) “I think Ben [Bartch]’s behind actually and only because he didn’t have a real training camp last year. He’s probably my third guy, fourth guy I’ve had that’s been a Division III guy or Division II guy and the key for those guys is having a training camp and getting up to speed right away in terms of the change in the athlete they’re dealing with, the speed of the game, what’s required of them. I’d say the midpoint of last year, he was probably at where he should’ve been coming out of training camp, so coming into this training camp, I still think he was behind. From the start of this training camp to now, I think he’s made some unbelievable changes. He’s highly, highly competitive. He’s really a physical player. He does some things physically that I think are really unique in terms of bull rushes and power rushes. I’ve never seen a 6’6” kid that can just squeeze them off like he does. Does he still have a lot of work to do? Yes, yes, he does, but I’m fired up about Ben. I think Ben, if we need him to step in and play, he’ll step in and play and he’ll continue to get better.”
(On if he expects the starting five offensive linemen to be ready for Week 1) “That’s my anticipation, yes.”
(On protecting QB Trevor Lawrence during his rookie year) “That’s an interesting question. I think that’s more than just an o-line question, that’s an offensive question. I think protection starts with us and the backs. We have to do our part to protect the quarterback. He has to do his part by getting the ball out of his hand. It’s more than just the o-line and how we go about it or the backs or the tight ends with protections. There’s no question we have to do our job and I could really care less who’s back there. We don’t want the guy touched. Whether it’s a rookie or a 15-year vet, we have to protect the quarterback. But then it also becomes offensively how you deal with it. Is the ball coming out? Is he holding the ball? Are we moving him? Are we doing whatever? It’s a collective bill to protect the quarterback. I think the plan that we have for him, I think it’s going to be pretty effective.”
(On QB Trevor Lawrence’s relationship with the offensive line) “You met Trevor [Lawrence], correct? I mean he’s an engaging kid, he’s an upbeat kid, he’s that way. All our guys love him. He talks to them all, he engages them all. I’ve been most impressed with how he’s come in and really just related to everybody. There’s zero issue with him in terms of starting the relationship or even taking time to meet with [Tyler] Shatley or meet with [Brandon] Linder [and ask] ‘As a center, how you looking at this? How are you going to go about that?’ and those guys being on the same page. He’s a really good young pro. He has a tremendous personality and he’s already engaging these guys at a fairly high level.”
QUARTERBACK C.J. BEATHARD
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September 1, 2021
(On how Jacksonville’s offense compares with other offenses he’s been a part of) “Yeah, I mean, it’s a little bit different. A lot of it is the terminology, some of the route concepts are the same, but a lot of the terminology is different. And some of the protection schemes are little bit different, so it took a little time to kind of get that stuff down. But any time I try to bring anything to the table, whether it be a game plan thing that I can remember from college offense, I’ll definitely speak up about it and bring it to the table.”
(On what sets Jaguars Head Coach Urban Meyer and San Francisco Head Coach Kyle Shanahan apart from other offensive coaches) “I don’t know, I think it’s just the scheme, the scheme is different. Kyle [Shanahan] and Urban [Meyer] like to throw the ball around a little bit and at the same time, the run game is huge. I think in the NFL you have to have a solid run game in order for your pass game to be
effective. In both places I’ve been, here and there, they put a huge emphasis on run game because when you can run the ball well, not only does it take pressure off of the quarterback and the offensive linemen, but it gets guys to step up in the pass game, play action and all that kind of stuff.”
(On his transition to Jacksonville and when he felt that he made the jump to QB2 on the depth chart) “I mean, yeah, it was—spring I was trying to get a feel for the offense, the terminology. It’s kind of like learning a new language. There’s some carry-over from certain offenses in the NFL, there’s a little bit here, but it really is like learning a new language. So, you’re just kind of trying to speak that language with the coaches and get on the same page with them. I’m still growing and learning and trying to do that as we go, and I will be for the next—however long I’m here. But it’s definitely slowed down a lot. This camp started to get going, preseason started to get going, it has slowed down a lot and I feel comfortable in it now.”
(On what clicked for him during the first preseason game against the Cleveland Browns) “I don’t know, I would like to say it’s just a lot of the experience, just being in the moments of games. I’ve played in a lot of games, a lot of NFL games, a lot of college games, but a moment is not too big for me. You just want to get out there—all the practice, all the mental gymnastics, all of that stuff goes out the door. It’s just going out there and playing at that point. And I think that’s where I’m at. When I’m on the field, I just feel real comfortable out there.”
(On how the catches from WR Jeff Cotton and WR Devin Smith rank on his list) “Oh those are up at the top, those are some great catches, some huge catches and big time points in the game. I really needed those and those guys came up big there.”
(On to what he attributes his preseason success) “I think the offense slowing down, the terminology slowing down. And really, in spring, in camp when you hear a play call, you call it in the huddle, get it out of your mouth, hit the play call and then you’re going for the last scrimmage, trying to visualize the play.
And the more you’re in that, the more you are repping that, it just slows down and you get more comfortable with it. The same thing goes for the protection calls, you’re seeing the defense better, just where you want to send it and stuff like that. It started to slow down a lot for me in camp and then once you get into the game, I think we’re put into real high-stress situations in practice. Some of the looks our defense gives us are some of the toughest looks that I’ve seen since I’ve been in the NFL. Our defensive coordinator, Coach [Joe] Cullen, does a great job at making things look exotic that when we get into these games, it makes it a lot easier for us.”
(On how intense the competition for the quarterback position was and what he learned from former QB Gardner Minshew II) “Yeah, it was a great competition. Any time you can compete with guys, good players like that, it ups your level of play no matter where you are. You know, it was great competing with them. And Gardner [Minshew] is an awesome dude. I’m pulling for him and I’m excited for his opportunity in [Philadelphia]. He’s one of a kind in personality and just the way he is around the facility and that kind of stuff. He’s just—it’s awesome to be around him and play with him for a little bit.”
(On his communication with former QB Gardner Minshew II after the news about his trade to the Philadelphia Eagles) “Yeah, I mean, it was a little weird just because we were in a quarterback meeting and then we kind of broke the meeting, then we got back to the meeting and that’s when the news was broken to us. Gardner went to go speak with Coach [Urban Meyer] and it was one of those things, any time—I’ve been in the league for, this is my fifth year—any time guys are moving and leaving and getting cut and traded, it’s tough man because I was competing with Gardner all spring and camp, but at the same time, these are peoples’ lives and livelihood you’ve got to look at. It was emotional and we were all sad in there and excited at the same time, that he was going into the opportunity he’s going to get. But it’s one of those things, they are human beings and it is their lives —you spend three years here, you did a lot for this organizations—it’s one of those things that you just wish him well and that kind of stuff.”
LINEBACKER SHAQUILLE QUARTERMAN
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September 1, 2021
(On gaining confidence and fitting into the defensive system) “I definitely think this defense is a player friendly defense for sure and that’s one of the first things the coaching staff implemented when they came in. They said the way to keep good players good players is to give them simple tasks, allow them to play fast. [Defensive Coordinator] Joe Cullen has done a great job with that. In terms of when the light came on, I knew as soon as I really got my opportunity to put my cleats on the ground, I would definitely gain confidence in knowing where I belong.”
(On how many of his friends and family will be attending home games) “It’s going to be a lot. I promise that for sure. I know I’m going to have a couple issues with ticketing and things like that for my family members, but I can’t really put a number on it.”
(On having preseason games this year) “It has been something that I’ve really been waiting for just having these opportunities that I’ve been longing for. It kind of almost got to a point where I was like I really can’t wait to execute, to show improvement because I have been gaining this confidence just knowing that I’m a very, very … I believe in myself as far as playing the position of linebacker. This preseason has meant a lot to me just being with this coaching staff that’s allowing us to play fast and free. My confidence has been rising.”
(On if he grew up a Jaguars fan) “Yes sir. A couple times I used to go out to the public signings, and I actually got a couple things signed by MJD [former Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew] and [former Jaguars running back] Fred Taylor for sure.”
(On playing for his hometown team) “I think it’s a real dream for sure come true because I have so many friends and loved ones and just supporters here in the city. Being able to go to [the University of] Miami and come back is something that you don’t see often. So, having this opportunity, I definitely don’t take it for granted.”
(On his favorite moment being a Jacksonville Jaguar) “I think every time I can be at the stadium after having a good day with these guys and preparing for these games and practice and just learning new things from all these savvy vets we have around, being able to go to where I grew up and have a dinner with my family. Being able to do both of those things is really unlike anything I have had before.”
(On his relationship with LB Myles Jack) “Myles [Jack] has been a very big help in my process and becoming a Jaguar. He’s the first person I go to for any type of advice since I got the call that I was coming back home. He is really showing me how things are done as a pro, and I really appreciate that. I’ve gotten a chance to hang out with Myles, get to know him outside of just the building, and I really do appreciate him as a savvy vet taking me underneath his wing.”
(On LB Myles Jack’s relationship with former teammates and becoming a mentor himself) “He’s definitely mentioned how Poz [former Jaguars linebacker Paul Posluszny] used to run things and the things that he’s been able to learn from him. The big brother program, he’s really seeing how it’s affected him and his transition into the league and him just becoming who he’s been and being a great linebacker. So, him seeing that in me and trying to teach me the same things, it means a lot.”
(On advice LB Myles Jack has given him) “The first thing that he told me is to keep the main thing the main thing. Coming into the league, especially in the COVID year where we didn’t have the same opportunities, we had to really roll with a lot of the punches. He told me to prepare for every game as if it were your last game, even with having to deal with outside distractions and things going different than you planned them. You just always prepare and then when you get off the field and you finally put your cleats up, you’re done watching your film, you can focus on everything else that you need to. But keeping those things separate really has helped me in a lot of ways of being able to perform more freely on the field by not thinking about just the off the field issues and things of that nature. He said that he learned that especially from Poz [former Jaguars linebacker Paul Posluszny] of how pro-like he was and just the way he carried himself in a way he was able to switch in and switch out of those work days.”
(On where he moved to when he came back to Jacksonville) “I’m in Clay County often because my family stays close to there and things of that nature. I’m there all the time to support my Oakleaf Knights. I’m not in Clay County, but I’m close to it.”
(On the Oakleaf Knights performance last weekend) “There was a rain delay, was there not? I think they did very well. I try to come in and talk to them every chance that I get, but I feel as though the culture is still there from when I was there and that’s one of the great things I like seeing about them. They still have that Oakleaf Knight pride in them that the team I was on and the team before me [had] when Darren Owens passed it down to me. I still see the hunger there.”
(On changing his role between college and different coaching staffs) “When I was at Miami, the defense was pretty and is pretty similar to the operation that we have here now. It’s a lot of blitzing. It’s a lot of good stuff in general. It really was the terminology and then once you get the terminology down it’s really about being able to process it and then play it and execute it at a high level. Moving into this system has helped me with that a lot. The last system for my rookie year was a little bit different in a way, but a lot of same scheme. The terminology was just a little more complex. But this one is very player friendly and like I said, I love it because it allows us to play fast. We can still communicate and get everything done that we need done and run around and do what we’re supposed to do.”
(On his role within this defense) “I think ‘The Thumper’ is just a part of my DNA and the way I love to play the game. But as far as my position on the defense as a MIKE linebacker, you very much have to communicate all the way across the board from d-end to d-end to corner to corner. It’s your job to relay the call as well as be that field general for the defense. On every play, I feel the MIKE linebacker should be in the frame or on the ball or right smack dab in the middle. All we do it is run and hit and relay communication. That’s what I try to do.”
(On Miami playing Alabama this weekend) “I’m so excited to watch my Miami Hurricanes do what they are supposed to do. I know that they’re prepared for this game. I’ll be sitting, wish I could make it, but I’ll be sitting, waiting, watching at 3:30.”
