‘Noles in the Pros: Week 16, Akers, Ramsey and Sweat take over
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Three former ‘Noles had outstanding games during the holiday weekend
The 2022 NFL regular season is beginning to come to a close. There are only two weeks remaining for former Seminoles to rack up stats. Here’s a look at the latest from the holiday weekend.
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Brian Burns, DE, Panthers (6-9)
Burns recorded two tackles, two tackles for loss, three quarterback hurries, a pass defended, and two sacks. He has 12.5 sacks on the year which is sixth in the NFL. The Panthers beat the Lions, 37-23.
Dalvin Cook, RB, Vikings (12-3)
Cook rushed 14 times for 64 yards and had three receptions for 13 yards. The Vikings beat the Giants on a 61-yard field goal, 27-24.
Jalen Ramsey, CB, Rams (5-10)
Ramsey recorded five tackles, three passes defended, and an interception. The Rams destroyed the Broncos, 51-14.
Cam Akers, RB, Rams (5-10)
Akers caught fire as he ran all over a top-five Bronco defense. He rushed 23 times for 118 yards and two receptions for 29 yards. Akers scored three rushing touchdowns in a career-best game.
Derwin James, S, Chargers (9-6)
James tallied three total tackles, two solo tackles, and an interception. The Chargers beat the Colts, 20-3.
Asante Samuel Jr. DB, Chargers (9-6)
Samuel recorded one solo tackle, a pass defended, and an interception which was his first of the season.
Josh Sweat, DE, Eagles (13-2)
Sweat made a terrific play in the first quarter as he batted a pass in the air, caught it, then returned it back for a 42-yard pick-six. He added three tackles, a tackle for loss, a pass defended, two quarterback hurries and 1.5 sacks. With 11 sacks, Sweat ranks eighth in the NFL. The Eagles fell to the Cowboys, 40-34
Demarcus Walker, DL, Titans (7-8)
Walker recorded two tackles and a tackle for loss. The Titans fell out of first place in the AFC South as they lost to the Texans, 19-14.
Honorable Mentions:
Mario Edwards Jr. (Titans) Derrick Nnadi (Chiefs) recorded three tackles, Graham Gano (Giants) went 3-3 on field goals (44, 55, 55). Jameis Winston (Saints) was active but did not play. Cameron Erving (Panthers) played as a reserve, and Bobby Hart (Bills) played as a reserve, Jermaine Johnson (Jets) recorded four tackles.
Keir Thomas (Rams) played as a reserve and had a solo tackle and a tackle for loss. Hamsah Nasirildeen (Jets), recorded two tackles, P.J. Williams (Saints) recorded two tackles.
Inactive/Bye:
Ronald Darby (Broncos), Rodney Hudson (Cardinals), Dustin Hopkins (Chargers). Joshua Kaindoah (Chiefs), P.J. Williams (Saints), Derwin James (Chargers). Lamarcus Joyner (Jets), Mario Edwards Jr. (Titans).
Practice Squad:
Roderick Johnson (Eagles), Jashaun Corbin (Giants), Xavier Rhodes (Bills), Derrick Kelly II (Saints), Marvin Wilson (Eagles), Janarius Robinson (Eagles)
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