Burkhead has opened Week 13 prep with two straight absences from practice and doesn't look to be trending toward being available Sunday against the Browns. On January 13, 2019 Burkhead scored his first-ever postseason touchdown in the Divisional Round with a six-yard run against the Los Angeles Chargers in a game New England won 4128. Burkhead was a first-team CoSIDA Academic All-American and an academic All-Big Ten selection in 2011. So put him second. 1. 3) DD: But you grew up in the DFW area. Instead, New England has signed former Bengals running back Rex Burkhead and Bills restricted free agent Mike Gillislee while meeting with other backs like Adrian Peterson (who is signing a two-year deal with the Saints). Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Nebraska had little experience at running back that season, and Burkhead got the majority of the carries, including a school-record 38 carries against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Burkhead caught three of five targets for 10 yards and did not have a rushing attempt in Sunday's 31-3 loss to the Jaguars. Burkhead was on the varsity team for all four years of his high school career and even played in the division 5A basketball playoffs his senior year. Having that older competition around made me a little bit more mature and toughened me up a little bit. President Barack Obama responded by inviting Jack and his family to the White House, and the family included Burkhead in its party. [23], Burkhead appeared in all 16 regular season games for the Bengals, including one start at running back. [54], Burkhead was the 2012 winner of the Uplifting Athletes Rare Disease Champion award. Burkhead's been marginalized, and rightly so, by rookie Dameon Pierce, but the veteran had managed at least one touch or target in a game until Week 11. 9) DD: Which teammates would you want with you on a long road trip? On offense, he had nine rushes for 27 yards and his first career touchdown (against the Cleveland Browns) and seven receptions for 49 yards. My dad actually knows Rex Ryan from when he was at Eastern Kentucky. Already Subscribed? Burkhead ran again up the middle for a 2-yard touchdown, sending the Patriots to Super Bowl LIII. The recovery process from his season-ending knee injury will be a determining factor when it comes to how much attention Burkhead will receive after the market opens on March 17. Rex Burkhead: 2022 Elevate Set Prism (REIGNMAKER) 2022 Reignmakers Football. If he's unavailable, Dare Ogunbowale and Eno Benjamin, who was recently claimed off waivers, could be in store for increased roles behind Dameon Pierce during Houston's matchup against Cleveland. ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. In 2012, with expectations high, Burkhead sprained his knee in the season opener and missed two games before re-injuring the knee four games later. Burkhead finished the season with zero carries over the final four games. We had a great team that freshman year. The veteran also showed up as a receiver out of the backfield by catching 25 of the 30 passes traveling his way and gaining 192 yards through the air. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. "What I saw today is what I've known all season: Rex still has it. [9] Burkhead missed six games total in the season, but still finished with five touchdowns and 675 yards on 98 carries for a 6.9 yard average. Use of any marks, trademarks, or logos on this website shall not constitute a sponsorship or endorsement by the trademark holder. If the injury lingers into Week 13, Dare Ogunbowale and Eno Benjamin will move up the depth chart. However, the backup running back is still considered questionable for Week 13. Burkhead and Dare Ogunbowale will share the backfield for the Texans with Dameon Pierce (ankle) hurt, and Burkhead is the preferred Fantasy option. Burkhead has two games this season with at least 12 PPR points as the backup to Pierce, and Ogunbowale has topped eight PPR points just once this year. Maher was 19 for 23 on field goals, including four of four from 40-49 yards out. The final time he touched the ball came when he recovered a Los Angeles onside kick, which enabled QB Davis Mills to kneel out the game clock on the next snap. The Patriots lost 4133 to the Philadelphia Eagles. 11) DD: Let's rank the Rexes: Rex Burkhead, Rex Ryan, Rex Grossman, Tyrannosaurus Rex and Rex from the Toy Story movies. Burkhead's first carry was a harbinger of the good things to come, as he dashed for nine yards on the Texans' first offensive play. Sources: Texans' Pierce (ankle) out at least game, Playing for a tie? Burkhead filled his usual role, occasionally filling in for starter Dameon Pierce on passing downs while playing 16 snaps. He's the Texans' clear workhorse back heading into the 2023 campaign. Ogunbowale could end up as the lead option, but he has topped eight PPR points just once this year. Houston's 119 YAC as a team was their fourth most in a game since 2006. Made my job easy back there.". So there's some family history there, I guess. He handled his usual role, occasionally filling in for Dameon Pierce on passing downs while playing 16 snaps. 1) DD: You won a state title as a freshman with the Plano HS basketball team. Rex Burkhead exploded on Sunday against the Chargers. What is his projected free agency outcome? He is from United States. If Burkhead is unable to pass the protocol prior to facing the Browns in Week 13, Dare Ogunbowale and Eno Benjamin will both be candidates to fill Burkhead's usual change-of-pace role behind Dameon Pierce. Login Here. Let's move on to the next play. [17], Burkhead played in all four preseason games, rushing 28 times for 130 yards with one touchdown, and five receptions for 39 yards. He graduated from Nebraska in three-and-a-half years with bachelor's degree in history. The Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA) named Laremy Tunsil to their 2022 All-AFC team on Monday. [38], On January 13, 2019, Burkhead scored his first-ever postseason touchdown in the Divisional Round with a six-yard run against the Los Angeles Chargers in a game New England won 4128. Here's the latest on the injury report heading into Week 9. [47] He finished the 2020 season with 67 carries for 274 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns to go along with 25 receptions for 192 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns. Copyright 2023 Houston Texans. Burkhead caught one of two targets for one yard in a 32-31 victory over the Colts in Week 18. Daniel Burkhead, a "forty-something" year old English teacher, has been working at Wilcox for eight years and been the yearbook advisor for three. Davis Mills to Rex Burkhead makes it a two-possession game in Houston. Partnered with the USA TODAY Sports Media Group|Powered by, Signed a 1 year $2.35 million contract extension with Houston (HOU), Signed a 1 year $1.5 million contract with Houston (HOU), Signed a 1 year $3 million restructured contract with New England (NE), Signed a 3 year $9.75 million contract with New England (NE), Signed a 1 year $3.15 million contract with New England (NE), Signed a 4 year $2.26 million contract with Cincinnati (CIN), Drafted by Cincinnati (CIN): Round 6 (#190 overall), $2.1M guaranteed (signing bonus + 2022 salary), Per Game Active Bonus: $14,705 ($400,000, 16 LTBE). Patriots release backup offensive lineman Hayden Howerton. I plan on keeping it here for a good amount or as long as my wife lets me, I guess. After being selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the sixth round of the 2013 NFL Draft with the 190th overall pick, Burkhead signed with the team on May 13, 2013. Even with Dameon Pierce (ankle) done for the rest of the year, the 32-year-old . We just needed to get him healthy. Burkhead ran up the middle for 10 yards and another three yards on the next play setting up 1st and Goal. As a freshman at the University of Nebraska in 2009, Burkhead played in nine games, rushing for 346 yards on 81 carries with three touchdowns. What's your hoops background? [20] He had the most productive game of his career in the Bengals' Wild Card Round loss to the Indianapolis Colts, in which Burkhead started at wide receiver and totaled three receptions for 34 yards and one rush for 23 yards. 2022 Reignmakers Football #/1. The Houston Texans offense appeared to be clicking against the Los Angeles Chargers late in the third quarter in Week 4 at NRG Stadium. Former New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead has found a home with the Houston Texans. Burkhead appeared to be trending toward playing this weekend after he returned to practice Friday as a full participant, but he apparently wasn't able to gain clearance from an independent neurologist, which is the final step for players to exit the NFL's concussion protocol. [6] He ended up rushing for 1,357 yards on 284 carries with 15 touchdowns and was named a first team All-Big Ten selection. He has a career-high 49 targets in 2022, which is not surprising given that Houston often plays from behind. [7][8] In 2012, with expectations high, Burkhead sprained his knee in the season opener and missed two games before re-injuring the knee four games later. Over the next four seasons, he became a regular of New Englands running back rotation and special teams units despite occasionally dealing with injury. Teams such as the San Francisco 49ers or Tampa Bay Buccaneers might be interested in bringing him in as an experienced rotational option capable of contributing on both offense and in the kicking game. [41] In New England's three playoff games, Burkhead totaled seven receptions on seven targets for 45 yards and registered one tackle on special teams. Because of Burkheads versatile skill set that enables him to run the ball, catch passes, block in pass protection, and play special teams, New England Coach Bill Belichick has described him as a rare four-down player.". Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. If Burkhead is unable to pass the protocol prior to facing the Browns in Week 13, Dare Ogunbowale and Eno Benjamin will both be candidates to fill Burkhead's usual change-of-pace role behind Dameon Pierce. Houston head coach Lovie Smith confirmed the running back was being evaluated for a concussion. It's also the most he's gained in a game in his career. Also, by disabling these cookies you will also disable banner ads served by Google Adsense on this website.. For more information about these items, view our complete privacy policy.Read More. $350.00. Burkhead finished the season with zero carries over the final four games. For his second and final season as the San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator, DeMeco Ryans won the Associated Press Assistant Coach of the Year. That he was limited to receiving duties following Pierce's season-ending ankle injury should indicate his future with the organization, which will be hiring a new head coach for the third consecutive season. Burkhead (concussion) is back at practice Friday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports. Fullback Troy Hairston went 1-on-1 with Drew Dougherty of Texans, and the duo discussed the rookie's celebrity lookalike, his walkup music and much more. Burkhead, who turns 33 in the offseason, becomes a free agent in March and is unlikely to be back with Houston in 2023. New Englands roster is down to 58 players. [30] He thus became the first player to both catch a touchdown pass and block a punt in the same NFL game since 1977. At 7.7 ppg, Brett Maher was the third-leading scorer in the Big Ten last season behind RB Montee Ball and teammate Rex Burkhead. He finished the game with three receptions for 41 yards. [1] As a junior, he rushed for 1,762 yards and 28 touchdowns, leading the school to a state semifinal appearance in the Texas 5-A football playoffs. Burkhead was speculated to be in line for the top job in the backfield with starter Dameon Pierce (ankle) inactive, but he was never handed the ball. Instead, he watched Dare Ogunbowale (27 snaps, eight carries, 14 yards) and elevated practice-teamer Royce Freeman (24 snaps, 11 carries, 51 yards) lead the ground attack, leaving Burkhead with a bleak fantasy outlook even if Pierce misses additional time. His role in the kicking game continued to increase over the following two seasons, but he still continued to see only marginal action at the running back position. After he toted the ball 14 times in the season opener, the Texans quickly turned to rookie Dameon Pierce (ankle) as the lead back. He played out the contract before joining the Patriots on a one-year, $3.2 million contract in 2017; the following offseason, he signed a three-year extension at a value of $9.8 million one that was renegotiated in 2020. [28] On September 17, against the New Orleans Saints in Week 2, he recorded his first touchdown as a member of the Patriots when he hauled in a 19-yard pass from quarterback Tom Brady in the first quarter of the 3620 victory. Just the atmosphere on gameday was unbelievable. I've played with him quite a few years. Rex Burkhead exploded on Sunday against the Chargers. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Burkhead averaged 13 PPR fantasy points per game with the . Las mejores ofertas para Postal~Light House~Eagle Harbor, Michigan~A95 estn en eBay Compara precios y caractersticas de productos nuevos y usados Muchos artculos con envo gratis! He was activated off injured reserve on November 26, 2018. Burkhead offered to meet Jack, and his involvement in their relationship led to national notice when he arranged for Jack to suit up in a Cornhusker uniform and run for a touchdown in the 2013 Nebraska spring football game before a crowd of more than 60,000. When I was a kid I rooted for Grossman because we had the same name. Burkhead is a low-end flex option in Week 15 against Kansas City, with Ogunbowale a desperation flex in PPR. Burkhead has opened Week 13 prep with two straight absences from practice and doesn't look to be trending toward being available Sunday against the Browns. [46] He was placed on injured reserve on November 28, 2020. On September 17, against the New Orleans Saints in Week 2, he recorded his first touchdown as a member of the Patriots when he hauled in a 19-yard pass from quarterback Tom Brady in the first quarter of the 3620 victory. Burkhead: Yeah, absolutely. [43], In Week 3 of the 2020 season, Burkhead recorded 98 scrimmage yards to go along with two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown in the 3620 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Burkhead upgraded to full practice participation last Friday but nonetheless ended up on the inactive list for this past Sunday's loss to the Browns. The restructuring includes a $550K signing bonus, $1.05M in base salary and $400K in per . Burkhead maintains a minor presence in the backfield, largely due to his ability as a receiver. Burkhead's imprending return will result in Dare Ogunbowale moving back to a special-teams role. "Rex is a phenomenal back," WR Chris Conley said. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. [51] Overall, in the 2021 season, Burkhead finished with 122 carries for 427 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns to go along with 25 receptions for 186 receiving yards. Why should he be expected back? Burkhead was moved to season-ending injured reserve and underwent surgery on his injured knee just a short time later. One week later, he scored the game-winning touchdown in overtime as part of the 2019 AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Rex Burkhead signed a 1 year, $2,350,000 contract with the Houston Texans, including a $500,000 signing bonus, $2,100,000 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $2,350,000. 1 overall. Burkhead had two carries for minus-3 yards and caught his lone target for five yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Cowboys in Week 14. Then, the dinosaur is pretty awesome. He played college football at Nebraska and was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the sixth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Burkhead (concussion) is back at practice Friday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports. [24] In the Bengals' Week 17 game against the Baltimore Ravens, Burkhead carried the ball 27 times for 119 yards. No portion of HoustonTexans.com may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form. [13][14], He graduated from Nebraska in three-and-a-half years with a bachelor's degree in history. Los Angeles used its second timeout, then called its final timeout the next play and Burkhead went to work again, rumbling 14 yards on a 2nd-and-12. Burkhead will receive. They love going out there and playing every single day. Burkhead: Oh, man. I would expect Burkhead to get more carries, with Ogunbowale working on passing downs, but the Texans can use both -- much like they did their quarterbacks in Week 14 at Dallas. Rex Burkhead was born on 2 July, 1990 in Winchester, Kentucky, United States, is an American football running back. President Barack Obama responded by inviting Jack and his family to the White House, and the family included Burkhead in its party. He is a member of famous Player with the age 32 years old group. He played college football at Nebraska and was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the sixth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. What did his 2020 season look like? In the third quarter of the Patriots loss against the Houston Texans, he suffered a serious knee injury that later turned out to be a torn ACL. He was signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2013. Part of those could be bringing back the players scheduled to enter free agency and there are quite a few of them. He also had four receptions for 28 yards. Copyright 2023 Houston Texans. 5) DD: Was having a big brother one of the first things that kind of made you a better athlete? Over that span, he's had exactly two fantasy-relevant seasons. Browse our online application for MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, EPL, or MLS player contracts, salaries, transactions, and more. Feb 1, 2018 at 8:27 am ET 5 min read BLOOMINGTON, Minn. - When you talk with the teammates and coaches of New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead about what makes the 27-year-old so. At the same time, he knew the talent I had and he was just going to do whatever he could to keep me on the right path. * First Team All-Big Ten (Coaches & Media, 2011) * Honorable Mention All-Big 12 (Coaches, 2010) * Nebraska Lifter of the Year (2010) * Big 12 Commissioner's Fall Academic Honor Rolle (2009, 2010)
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