Slap the Sign » notre dame players in the nfl draft http://slapthesign.com A Notre Dame Fighting Irish Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more. Fri, 17 May 2013 03:24:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 Ethan Johnson signs a deal with the Kansas City Chiefs http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/29/ethan-johnson-signs-a-deal-with-the-kansas-city-chiefs/ http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/29/ethan-johnson-signs-a-deal-with-the-kansas-city-chiefs/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:48:02 +0000 http://slapthesign.com/?p=1748 Notre Dame’s defensive end, Ethan Johnson, went undrafted in the NFL Draft this year. But he still found a way to land a contract with an NFL team, striking a deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. Due to family problems, Johnson wasn’t at Notre Dame’s Pro Day, so that was a huge set back with [...]

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]]> Notre Dame’s defensive end, Ethan Johnson, went undrafted in the NFL Draft this year. But he still found a way to land a contract with an NFL team, striking a deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.

September 24, 2011; Pittsburgh,PA, USA: Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Tino Sunseri (12) is tackled by Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Kendall Moore (rear) and defensive end Ethan Johnson (90) during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USPRESSWIRE

Due to family problems, Johnson wasn’t at Notre Dame’s Pro Day, so that was a huge set back with many NFL teams. However, the defensive end kept in touch with Kansas City and told them about his situation. Apparently, they believe he can still compete with the players they have. I like Johnson and I think he has a good shot at making special teams for the Chiefs.

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]]> http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/29/ethan-johnson-signs-a-deal-with-the-kansas-city-chiefs/feed/ 0 Undrafted rookies Jonas Gray and Taylor Dever sign free agent contracts http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/28/undrafted-rookies-jonas-gray-and-taylor-dever-sign-free-agent-contracts/ http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/28/undrafted-rookies-jonas-gray-and-taylor-dever-sign-free-agent-contracts/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 02:36:38 +0000 http://slapthesign.com/?p=1745 Despite not being selected in this years NFL Draft, former Irish players Jonas Gray and Taylor Dever landed themselves free agent contracts on Saturday, making them NFL players. Jonas Gray signed a deal with the Miami Dolphins, who may use him for special teams and short yardage plays. Miami’s top running back is Reggie Bush, [...]

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]]> Despite not being selected in this years NFL Draft, former Irish players Jonas Gray and Taylor Dever landed themselves free agent contracts on Saturday, making them NFL players.

Nov. 12, 2011; Landover, MD, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jonas Gray (25) celebrates after Notre Dame defeated the Maryland Terrapins 45-21 at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-US PRESSWIRE

Jonas Gray signed a deal with the Miami Dolphins, who may use him for special teams and short yardage plays. Miami’s top running back is Reggie Bush, so Gray will have his hands full to try to improve his spot on the team.

Taylor Dever announced via Twitter that he was also becoming a professional football player. Dever signed a deal with the Dallas Cowboys. He made a good impression with offensive line coach, Bill Callahan during the NFL Combine, so this signing didn’t surprise most people.

The contract information hasn’t been released, but that doesn’t matter to these former Notre Dame players. All that matters to them is living out their childhood dreams.

 

 

 

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]]> http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/28/undrafted-rookies-jonas-gray-and-taylor-dever-sign-free-agent-contracts/feed/ 0 Darius Fleming chosen by the 49ers in the NFL Draft http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/28/darius-fleming-chosen-by-the-49ers-in-the-nfl-draft/ http://slapthesign.com/2012/04/28/darius-fleming-chosen-by-the-49ers-in-the-nfl-draft/#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2012 22:16:07 +0000 http://slapthesign.com/?p=1740 Notre Dame’s Darius Fleming will join a great linebacker core in San Franisco. He was selected 165th overall in the 5th round by the 49ers He will likely be primarily in a special teams role if Fleming hopes to make the final roster. He will be in the depth chart along with All-Pros Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman [...]

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]]> Notre Dame’s Darius Fleming will join a great linebacker core in San Franisco. He was selected 165th overall in the 5th round by the 49ers

Sept. 12, 2009; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Tate Forcier (5) escapes pressure by Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Darius Fleming (45) in the third quarter at Michigan Stadium. Michigan won 38-34. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-US PRESSWIRE

He will likely be primarily in a special teams role if Fleming hopes to make the final roster. He will be in the depth chart along with All-Pros Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman and standout rookie Aldon Smith.

I believe Fleming could be useful in kick-off returns and as well as punt returning. It may not be the most glamoring job, but if he can gold his role there, he can have a chance at competing for the linebacker position.

For a complete list of Notre Dame players are eligible for this year’s Draft, click here.

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