The Texans announced on Tuesday that they have waived veteran LB Cory Littleton and activated OT Charlie Heck from injured reserve. Littleton, 30, is a former undrafted free agent out of Washington signed by the Rams in 2016.
The Houston Texans announced they signed LB Cory Littleton off of the Saints’ practice squad to their active roster. Houston also signed WR Alex Bachman to their practice squad and cut WR Jared Wayne in a corresponding move. Littleton, 29, is a former undrafted free agent out of Washington signed by the Rams in 2016.
Practice squad additions rarely get a lot of coverage in today's NFL. However, the expansion of veteran practice squad spots are helping to extend league careers and open up further opportunities for talented players even when active roster spots are not available across the league.
The Las Vegas Raiders made a move on Thursday that costed the New Orleans Saints some depth on defense. They pulled linebacker Jaylon Smith off New Orleans' practice squad.
NBC affiliate KPRC Houston reported on Thursday morning that the New Orleans Saints are signing LB Cory Littleton to their practice squad. The news was confirmed by NFL Insider Aaron Wilson.
According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans are activating DL Hassan Ridgeway from injured reserve, as well as elevating CB D’Angelo Ross and releasing LB Cory Littleton.
The Texans have made a pair of roster moves that should boost their defensive depth. Houston has designated defensive tackle Hassan Ridgeway to return from injured reserve, opening his 21-day practice window.
Aaron Wilson reports that the Texans are re-signing LB Cory Littleton to their active roster and signing CB D’Angelo Ross to their practice squad. Littleton, 29, is a former undrafted free agent out of Washington signed by the Rams in 2016.
According to Ian Rapoport, the Texans have claimed OLB Myjai Sanders off the waiver wire from the Cardinals. The former third-round pick in 2022 was just waived by Arizona yesterday after no trade offers materialized.
Running back Mike Boone and linebacker Cory Littleton are back with the Texans after a brief absence. Both players were released as the team worked to set its 53-man roster this week, but they re-signed with Houston on Thursday.
According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans are re-signing veteran LB Cory Littleton to a contract on Wednesday. He was among Houston’s final roster cuts on Tuesday. Littleton, 29, is a former undrafted free agent out of Washington signed by the Rams in 2016.
Multiple veteran linebackers are receiving their walking papers from the Texans this week. Following the Christian Kirksey cut, the Texans are releasing Cory Littleton.
Free agent veteran linebacker Cory Littleton is signing a one-year deal with the Houston Texans, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston. Littleton spent one year with the Carolina Panthers, primarily serving as the backup to Shaq Thompson at the SAM.
DeMeco Ryans‘ team has been active during the first week of free agency, and the Texans will add another experienced starter to the mix.
On Friday, Carolina Panthers interim head coach Steve Wilks said he expected every player on Week 14’s final injury report, particularly those marked as “questionable,” to be a go against the Seattle Seahawks.
The report unraveled despite the fact that two players who have been most closely linked to trades — Christian McCaffrey and Shaq Thompson — were brought in before Rhule arrived.
LB Cory Littleton Height: 6'3" Weight: 228 College: Washington NFL Stats: 495 tackles, 26 TFLs, 16 QB hits, 9 sacks, 5 fumble recoveries Projected 2022 Stats: 71 tackles, 3 TFLs, 2 QB hits, 2 sacks Depth Chart Projection: Starter Littleton brings a much-needed veteran presence to the Panthers' defense.
The Carolina Panthers announced a free agency signing on Sunday night that they hope will boost their linebacking group in 2022.
The Raiders have released LB Cory Littleton after two seasons with the team. Littleton signed a three-year, $35 million contract in 2020. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that Littleton will be designated a post-June 1 release, which will eventually save the team $11+ million against the cap in 2022.
The Raiders have informed Littleton they'll be releasing him after the new league year opens next Wednesday.
Certain spots on the Raiders' defense haven't exactly carried their share of the weight this season. Altogether, it's been an inconsistent group, but second-year Raider linebacker Cory Littleton has made his presence felt in nearly every game thus far.
The Las Vegas Raiders defense as a whole is having an impressive 2021 campaign with Gus Bradley leading the way. Linebacker Cory Littleton is quietly having a solid year, bouncing back from 2020, a year that left a lot to be desired.
The Las Vegas Raiders defense is starting to come together as it was envisioned to do this year. The offseason brought in a new defensive coordinator, a robust defensive draft class, and veteran free agents to help turn this defense around, and it's starting to pay off during training camp.
After coming to the Las Vegas Raiders with much fanfare, linebacker Cory Littleton’s tenure has been underwhelming. Fortunately, he’ll have a legitimate shot at redeeming himself this season.
Teams across the league faced many challenges leading into the 2020 NFL season. Coronavirus protocols, the absence of offseason programs, not having the ability to build chemistry and cohesiveness with the team, challenges that hurt everyone coming into a new team.
Cornerbacks Chris Harris (Chargers) and Bryan Poole (Jets) and linebacker Cory Littleton (Raiders) are free-agency bargains. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Michael Nania and Chris Mueller explain why.
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