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2024 Fantasy Stats
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Win, 16-10
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2SEA
Loss, 20-23
0.00
3@NYJ
Loss, 3-24
0.00
4@SF
Loss, 13-30
0.00
5MIA
Loss, 10-15
0.00
6HOU
Loss, 21-41
0.00
7@JAX
Loss, 16-32
0.00
8NYJ
Win, 25-22
1.50
9@TEN
Loss, 17-20
0.50
10@CHI
Win, 19-3
0.00
11LAR
Loss, 22-28
0.00
12@MIA
Loss, 15-34
1.00
13IND
Loss, 24-25
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15@ARI
Loss, 17-30
2.00
16@BUF
Loss, 21-24
1.00
17LAC
Loss, 7-40
1.00
18BUF
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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2024 Fantasy Stats
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5MIA,
L 10-15
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6HOU,
L 21-41
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7@JAX,
L 16-32
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8NYJ,
W 25-22
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L 17-20
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10@CHI,
W 19-3
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11LAR,
L 22-28
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12@MIA,
L 15-34
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13IND,
L 24-25
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14Bye-----0.00
15@ARI,
L 17-30
2----2.00
16@BUF,
L 21-24
1----1.00
17LAC,
L 7-40
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18BUF,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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News

  • Won't debut Week 10

    Ngakoue won't play in Sunday's game against Chicago after being claimed off waivers by the Patriots on Friday, Mike Kadlick of CLNSMedia.com reports.

    Analysis: It would have been quite a feat for Ngakoue to have become familiar enough with New England's defensive playbook to be ready to suit up just two days after joining the team, and the Patriots are opting to hold out their new acquisition Sunday rather than pressing him into action. Ngakoue thus seems likely to make his New England debut Nov. 17 against the Rams.

    Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picked up by New England

    The Patriots claimed Ngakoue off waivers Friday, Evan Lazar of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue was signed to the Ravens' active roster Oct. 14 after being signed to the practice squad in late September. He was let go by Baltimore on Thursday, and because that occurred after the Nov. 5 trade deadline, Ngakoue was placed on waivers rather than released, which New England took advantage of Friday. Ngakoue played a rotational role at defensive end with the Ravens, and the 2016 third-round pick will likely do the same with the Patriots behind starters Daniel Ekuale (abdomen) and Keion…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets let go from Ravens

    Baltimore released Ngakoue on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Baltimore signed Ngakoue to its active roster from its practice squad ahead of Week 7, but now he's on his way back out in Week 10. With that said, the Ravens have signaled interest in bringing him back to their practice squad if he's not claimed from waivers.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 9:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed off practice squad

    The Ravens signed Ngakoue to their 53-man roster Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The outside linebacker signed with the team's practice squad in September and saw limited action in the last two games. Ngakoue, who recorded four sacks in 13 games for the Bears in 2023, will likely serve as a rotational pass rusher now that he's taking a permanent spot on Baltimore's roster.

    Published: Mon, Oct 14 at 7:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with Baltimore

    The Ravens signed Ngakoue to their practice squad Monday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue's time on the practice squad will likely be limited, as the 29-year-old is expected to be added to Baltimore's active roster once he ramps up his workload and gets reacquainted with the team's defense. The Maryland product was most recently with the Bears, recording 22 total tackles and four sacks across 11 games in 2023.

    Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to IR

    The Bears placed Ngakoue (ankle) on injured reserve Wednesday, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue fractured his ankle at some point during Sunday's 28-16 win over the Lions and will miss the rest of the season. Over 13 appearances on the campaign, Ngakoue registered 22 tackles (13 solo) and four sacks. In Ngakoue's upcoming absence, DeMarcus Walker or Rasheem Green will likely settle into a starting role at defensive end opposite the team's top pass rusher, Montez Sweat.

    Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 5:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks ankle, season over

    Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Ngakoue will miss the remainder of the season after fracturing his ankle, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue presumably suffered the injury in Sunday's 28-13 win over the Lions, though Eberflus didn't confirm as much. In any event, the 28-year-old edge rusher's season will come to a close with 22 tackles (13 solo) and four sacks over 13 appearances. The Bears will likely install either DeMarcus Walker or Rasheem Green as a starter at defensive end opposite Montez Sweat with Ngakoue done for the season. Ngakoue is scheduled to become a free agent this offseason.

    Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 10:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Fourth sack of season

    Ngakoue tallied four stops and a sack in the Bears' 28-13 win over the Lions on Sunday.

    Analysis: This was the second time in the last seven games that Ngakoue has more than a single tackle. He remains a sack-dependent IDP option, based on his frequently low scoring floor.

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    Ngakoue (knee) is active Sunday against the Lions.

    Analysis: Ngakoue closed out Week 14 prep with a full practice Friday but remained on the team's injury report and was considered questionable for Sunday's matchup. He'll ultimately take the field and start on the edge, opposite Montez Sweat, as he typically does.

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Chance to play Week 14

    Ngakoue (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.

    Analysis: The veteran edge rusher was able to log a full practice Friday, but he's still listed as questionable for Sunday's affair after popping up on Chicago's injury report earlier in the week. If Ngakoue is unable to suit up in Week 14, Rasheem Green would likely see an uptick in snaps on the Bears' defensive line.

    Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing knee issue

    Ngakoue (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Ngakoue wasn't listed on the Bears' injury report Wednesday, but he now seems to be dealing with some sort of knee injury that held him to limited work Thursday. The veteran edge rusher will likely have to log a full practice session Friday to not carry an injury designation into Chicago's Week 14 affair.

    Published: Thu, Dec 7 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should be good to go

    Ngakoue, who exited the Bears' Week 12 game against the Vikings with cramps, is no longer on the team's injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: Ngakoue is good to go following the team's Week 13 bye and should suit up Sunday against the Lions.

    Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves Week 12 contest with cramps

    Ngakoue exited Monday's game against Minnesota due to cramps and is questionable to return.

    Analysis: Ngakoue departed in the second half of a close contest. Prior to his exit, he recorded one assisted tackle. If Ngakoue doesn't return, he's unlikely to miss additional time given the nature of the issue and the fact that Chicago has a Week 13 bye.

    Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 7:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Third sack of season

    Ngakoue recorded three tackles and a sack in the Bears' 16-13 win over the Panthers on Thursday.

    Analysis: Ngakoue snapped a four-game streak in which he failed to tally a sack. It's possible that with recently acquired Montez Sweat playing across from him, Ngakoue could see elevated sack totals down the stretch.

    Published: Fri, Nov 10 at 4:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Manages full practice Thursday

    Ngakoue (back) was a full participant at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: After being limited at practice Wednesday, Ngakoue was able to participate in full Thursday and looks to be on track to play in Week 7. He'll be one of Chicago's top pass rushers Sunday when the Bears host a sputtering Las Vegas offense.

    Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice Wednesday

    Ngakoue (back) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue played a season-low 40 defensive snaps in Week 6 versus Minnesota, and that he's dealing with a back injury might help to explain why. He'll get two more chances to practice in full this week before Sunday's game versus Las Vegas.

    Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in sack column

    Ngakoue recorded a sack among his three tackles in the Bears' 40-20 win over the Commanders on Thursday.

    Analysis: Ngakoue has two sacks on the season while averaging 2.2 tackles per game. His IDP value is at its best when he gets rolling in the sack column, as he came into this season with at least 9.5 sacks in each of the past two seasons. When he fails to collect a sack, his weekly IDP value is often low.

    Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 7:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Collects first sack with Chicago

    Ngakoue recorded four tackles and a sack in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: With the Packers attempting just 27 passes and most of those being for short yardage, there were few opportunities for the Bears to get sacks, and Ngakoue was the only Chicago player to record one. The veteran posted 9.5 and 10 sacks in each of the last two seasons, and as Chicago's lead pass rusher, he could flirt with similar numbers this season.

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 6:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joining Bears on one-year deal

    Ngakoue (neck) signed a one-year, $10.5 million contract with the Bears on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue has posted at least eight sacks in each of his seven NFL seasons, so he should bolster a Bears pass rush that mustered a league-low 20 sacks in 2022. His pedestrian performance in run defense, as well as uncertainty over the status of the neck injury that cut his 2022 season short, had kept Ngakoue available in free agency up to this point, but he'll have the rest of training camp to get up to speed with Chicago.

    Published: Thu, Aug 3 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Paces Indy in sacks

    Ngakoue (neck) posted 29 tackles (18 solo), including 9.5 sacks, over 15 games before finishing the 2022 season on IR.

    Analysis: Ngakoue provided solid returns for the Colts after he was acquired via trade from Las Vegas last offseason. The 27-year-old pass-rushing specialist dealt with a nagging back injury to begin the season, though he still finished with a team high in sacks despite also missing the last two regular-season games on injured reserve with a throat injury. The 2017 Pro Bowler has now accumulated 65 sacks over seven seasons in the NFL. This campaign also completed a two-year, $26 million deal that Ngakoue…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 19 at 5:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for year

    Ngakoue (throat) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: The talented pass rusher was evidently hit in the throat during Monday's loss to the Chargers, an injury that will end Ngakoue's season early. The 27-year-old tallied a team-high 9.5 sacks in his first season with the Colts and proved to be a solid offseason addition. Alongside the young and emerging Kwity Paye and Dayo Odeyingbo, Ngakoue should be poised for more sack production in future seasons.

    Published: Sat, Dec 31 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Late add to Week 17 injury report

    Ngakoue is considered questionable to play Sunday versus the Giants due to a throat injury, Zak Keefer of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue popped up on the Colts' Week 17 injury report for the first time Friday. It's unclear when or how this throat issue first arose, as the 27-year-old defensive end still was still a full participant during the team's final practice ahead of Sunday's game. Ngakoue has recorded a team-high 9.5 sacks over 15 games during his first season with Indianapolis in 2022, so it will be worth monitoring his availability on the inactives list released 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 pm E.T. kickoff.…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to play Monday night

    Ngakoue (back) is not on the Colts' list of inactives for Monday's contest against Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: Ngakoue was added to Indianapolis' injury report as a limited practice participant Friday due to a back issue, and he sat out Saturday's session entirely. However, he's been cleared to take the field for Monday Night Football. DeForest Buckner (ribs/illness) is also active for the contest, so the Colts will be able to deploy their top two sackers against a Steelers squad that ranks in the bottom fourth of the league in sacks allowed per contest this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could sit Monday night

    The Colts list Ngakoue as questionable for Monday's game against the Steelers with a back injury.

    Analysis: Ngakoue avoided the Colts' initial Week 12 injury report, but he was added to the list Friday after he was limited in practice that day. He was then listed as a non-participant Saturday for the Colts' final practice of the week, a development that suggests he could be in danger of missing his first game of the season. The edge rusher has produced at least a half-sack in each of his last five appearances and is up to 6.5 through 11 appearances on the campaign.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets first sack as Colt

    Ngakoue had two tackles and a sack in Sunday's win over Kansas City.

    Analysis: Ngakoue played on 43 of the defense's 64 snaps despite being limited in practice during the week due to a back injury. He had his first productive game for the Colts after providing little pressure in the pass rush the first two games. The Colts need him to have a bigger impact following his trade from the Raiders for cornerback Rock Ya-Sin.

    Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Sunday

    Ngakoue (back) is active Sunday against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Ngakoue logged a limited practice Friday after missing Thursday. The seven-year-pro should start on the edge for the Colts, and will look to keep the pressure on Patrick Mahomes on Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 3

    Ngakoue (back) was limited at practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Kansas City, JJ Stankevitz of Colts.com reports.

    Analysis: The injury kept Ngakoue out of practice entirely Thursday, so at least he appears to be trending in the right direction. If he's not able to suit up Sunday though, the Colts will likely lean on Tyquan Lewis for most of the reps at defensive end across from Kwity Paye.

    Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two tackles in Indy debut

    Ngakoue started at right defensive end and had two tackles, a QB hit, two QB hurries and a tackle for a loss in Sunday's tie at Houston.

    Analysis: Ngakoue played on 57 of the defense's 70 snaps. Ngakoue logged 10 sacks in 17 games last season, so he'll likely get to the quarterback soon. He'll be a key element for Indy's pass rush after coming over from the Raiders in a trade for cornerback Rock Ya-Sin.

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to Colts

    The Colts acquired Ngakoue from the Raiders on Wednesday in exchange for cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The move comes on the heels of the Raiders agreeing to terms with veteran edge rusher Chandler Jones. With Ngakoue -- who logged 10 sacks in 17 games last season -- deemed expendable in Las Vegas, he'll head to Indianapolis to bolster the Colts' pass-rushing effort. In Indianapolis, Ngakoue will be playing for his fifth team since 2019.

    Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends 2021 campaign with 10 sacks

    Ngakoue wrapped up his 2021 campaign with 28 tackles (17 solo), 10 sacks, three passes defensed and two forced fumbles in 17 games.

    Analysis: Ngakoue's 10 sacks were the most he's tallied since his second season in the league with the Jaguars in 2017. Having signed a two-year deal worth $26 million last March, Ngakoue is slated to remain with the Raiders in 2022 as he and teammate Maxx Crosby have become one of the league's better edge-rushing duos.

    Published: Tue, Jan 18 at 7:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another pair of sacks

    Ngakoue recorded two tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Ngakoue recorded multiple sacks in a game for the third time this season. He got to Daniel Jones late in the first quarter, both taking down the quarterback and forcing his first fumble of the campaign. Ngakoue followed that up with his second sack of the game, taking down Jones for a four-yard loss that stalled a drive and forced a field-goal attempt late in the second quarter. On the campaign, Ngakoue now has six sacks and 17 total tackles.

    Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes down quarterback twice

    Ngakoue recorded four tackles, two sacks and two passes defended in Sunday's 33-22 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Ngakoue took down Jalen Hurts for losses of six and seven yards, logging his second multi-sack game in his last three. He's paired with Maxx Crosby to key the Raiders' pass rush this season.

    Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 6:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pair of sacks in loss

    Ngakoue posted three tackles (all solo), including two sacks, in Sunday's 20-9 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Ngakoue had been held without a sack throughout the first four weeks of the season, but he took down Bears rookie quarterback Justin Fields twice Sunday. Ngakoue will look to be disruptive again in Week 6 at Denver.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to face Steelers

    Ngakoue is active for the Raiders Week 2 matchup against the Steelers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Ngakoue suffered a hamstring injury during the team's season-opening contest. However, he managed limited practices every day throughout the week and is ready to bolster the Raiders' pass rush against Ben Roethlisberger.

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable

    Ngakoue (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official website reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue was a limited participant at practice all week. Although he is listed as questionable, head coach Jon Gruden expects him to give it a go. Still, final confirmation on his status will come closer to kickoff.

    Published: Fri, Sep 17 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures hamstring during MNF

    Coach Jon Gruden said Ngakoue "pulled a hamstring" during the second half of Monday's contest against the Ravens and never returned, NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Gruden said that they don't know the severity of Ngakoue's injury. Given that the Raiders have a short week, the 26-year-old will likely be a game-time decision heading into Sunday's matchup with the Steelers. He recorded four tackles and one pass defensed before leaving Monday's contest.

    Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moving on to Las Vegas

    The Raiders and Ngakoue agreed to terms on a two-year, $26 million contract Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue has racked up at least eight sacks in each of his five campaigns, bringing a much needed boost to a Las Vegas pass rush that produced just 21 in 2020. He'll join a group in which just one player (Maxx Crosby, seven) totaled more than three sacks last year.

    Published: Mon, Mar 15 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially in Sunday

    Ngakoue (thigh) is active for Sunday's wild-card game against the Titans.

    Analysis: Ngakoue will return to action after missing last week's win over the Bengals. The 25-year-old linebacker adds a strong pass-rushing element to the Ravens' defense, as he has posted eight or more sacks in each of his first five NFL seasons.

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to play Sunday

    Ngakoue (thigh), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play in Sunday's wild-card game against the Titans, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue was unable to play in Week 17, but the fifth-year outside linebacker looks ready for the first round of playoffs. The 25-year-old posted 24 tackles, eight sacks and four forced fumbles over 15 games during the 2020 season. He'll be a key part of pressuring Ryan Tannehill and slowing down Derrick Henry this week.

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Ngakoue (thigh) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old was considered a game-time decision for Week 17 but won't be available due to the thigh injury. Ngakoue will look to get healthy for the first round of the playoffs, assuming the Ravens secure a spot.

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 8:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered game-time call

    Ngakoue (thigh), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Bengals is considered a game-time decision, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: After hurting his thigh in last week's win over the Giants, Ngakoue wasn't able to practice in any fashion Wednesday through Friday. While the lack of activity in practice doesn't bode well for Ngakoue's chances of suiting up, the Ravens will apparently re-evaluate him early Sunday to see if his condition has improved enough for him to suit up in the regular-season finale. Since being acquired from the Vikings on Oct. 22, Ngakoue has made a limited impact as a rotational edge rusher, tallying…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 5:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures thigh Sunday

    Ngakoue suffered a thigh injury during Sunday's 27-13 win over the Giants, Daniel Oyefusi of The Baltimore Sun reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue had one solo tackle before being forced off the field in the fourth quarter. He didn't return to Sunday's contest, so the veteran defensive end's status will need to be monitored ahead of Baltimore's Week 17 road game against the Bengals.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Torments former team

    Ngakoue posted three solo tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble in Sunday's 40-14 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Ngakoue was dominant in his first matchup against the Jaguars, who traded him to the Vikings back in August. The 2016 third-round pick sacked Gardner Minshew twice, forcing a fumble on one of the takedowns. Ngakoue now sits at eight sacks this season, tying last year's total, and he'll have a good opportunity to hit double digits in the category for the second time in his career as the Ravens close out the regular season against the Giants and Bengals, respectively.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealt to Baltimore

    The Ravens acquired Ngakoue from the Vikings on Thursday in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick and a 2022 conditional fifth-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The edge rusher will join his third team in three months after the Vikings acquired him from Jacksonville in late August, giving up a 2021 second-round pick and a 2022 conditional fifth-round selection in the deal. With Minnesota sitting at 1-5 and facing an uphill battle to reach the postseason, the team has elected to move on from Ngakoue while getting most of its draft capital back in the deal. According to Schefter, Ngakoue will arrive in Baltimore in the next 24 hours to undergo COVID-19…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 22 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets first sack for Vikings

    Ngakoue had three total tackles, a sack, two tackles for a loss and two QB hits in Sunday's loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: After playing just 44 of 78 snaps on defense last week without a sack in his Minnesota debut, Ngakoue played 54 for the defense's 73 snaps and was much more disruptive in the pass rush. His improvement was about the only positive for a defense that struggled for a second consecutive game.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Underwhelms in Vikings debut

    Ngakoue did not have a tackle or a sack and just one quarterback hurry in Sunday's loss at Green Bay.

    Analysis: Ngakoue wasn't a starter on the first play of the game for the defense and played just 44 of the defense's 78 snaps. The Vikings eased him into action after he was traded from Jacksonville just two weeks before the team's first game. And, while the Packers focused on short passes to limit Minnesota's pass rushers, Ngakoue still underwhelmed in his Vikings debut.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks new contract with Vikings

    Ngakoue signed a one-year, $12 million contract with the Vikings on Sunday, Albert Breer of TheMMQB.com reports.

    Analysis: The Vikings acquired Ngakoue from Jacksonville on Sunday in exchange for a 2021 second-round pick and a conditional 2022 fifth-round pick. The 25-year-old is taking nearly a $6 million pay cut in Minnesota this season, as he could have played under the $17.8 million franchise tag had he made up with the Jaguars. That said, the Vikings agreed to negotiate a long-term deal with Ngakoue beginning in 2021, so the star defensive end should still be in line to receive his desired payday eventually.

    Published: Sun, Aug 30 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to Minnesota

    The Vikings acquired Ngakoue from the Jaguars on Sunday in exchange for a 2021 second-round pick and a conditional 2022 fifth-round pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue's move to Minnesota ends his prolonged dispute with the Jaguars, whom he told back in the spring that he had no intention of signing a long-term deal. Jacksonville instead placed a $17.8 million franchise tag on Ngakoue, who hadn't signed the tender nor reported to training camp. According to Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com, the 25-year-old will sign a restructured one-year deal worth around $12 to 13 million, which would then allow Minnesota to begin negotiations on a long-term deal with…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 30 at 5:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • No trade on tap

    The Jaguars aren't believed to be nearing an immediate trade of Ngakoue, as was erroneously rumored Wednesday.

    Analysis: Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, "as of now, no trade is imminent or close." This follows a Wednesday report in which a deal involving moving Ngakoue in exchange for a second-round pick was said to be imminent within the next two days. Ngakoue still has yet to sign his franchise tag, and he's made clear his desire to be dealt to a team where he'd be handed a new multi-year deal, but for now it looks as though no quick resolution is in sight.

    Published: Thu, Aug 20 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trade imminent

    The Jaguars expect to trade Ngakoue in exchange for a second-round pick Wednesday or Thursday, Michael Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Lombardi hasn't revealed which team or teams Jacksonville is working toward a deal with, but a firm offer for the defensive end is supposedly in place. As a result, it looks as though Ngakoue, who requested a trade earlier this offseason, will get his wish of moving on elsewhere. No matter where he lands, the 25-year-old will presumably hope to sign a pricey, multi-year extension.

    Published: Wed, Aug 19 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Talking with team again

    Jaguars GM Dave Caldwell says he's spoken to Ngakoue, who recently fired his agent, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue still hasn't signed his franchise tag and is holding out from training camp, hoping his trade request eventually will be met. A lack of progress on that front could lead him to change his mind, as he'd be giving up more than a million dollars for each game he sat out this upcoming season. The 25-year-old has 37.5 sacks and 14 forced fumbles through 63 regular-season games with the Jaguars.

    Published: Tue, Aug 11 at 7:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not present for camp

    Ngakoue hasn't reported to training camp, nor has he had any conversations with coach Doug Marrone, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: It's no secret Ngakoue wants to be traded, and his agent has criticized the Jaguars for demanding too much in their discussions with other teams. The 25-year-old edge rusher still hasn't signed his franchise tag, so he can't be fined for missing training camp. Ngakoue could end up skipping games if he isn't traded.

    Published: Thu, Jul 30 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal progress on trade

    The Jaguars haven't shown much willingness to trade Ngakoue to another team since he put in a trade request earlier this year, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Jaguars applied the franchise tag to Ngakoue in March and seem to have granted him permission to discuss a trade and potential contract terms with other teams. Schefter suggests the contract is less of a problem than the Jaguars' trade demands, with the team apparently asking for significant compensation in return. Ngakoue hasn't signed his franchise tag, so he can hold out from training camp without accruing fines.

    Published: Wed, Jul 15 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Franchise tagged by Jags

    The Jaguars placed their franchise tag on Ngakoue on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Ngakoue expressed disinterest in coming to terms with Jaguars on a long-term deal earlier this month, a hint that he may look to pursue a trade now that he's constrained by the franchise tag. Entering his age-25 season, Ngakoue boasts four straight campaigns with at least eight sacks and 14 quarterback hits. He also forced four or more fumbles in three of those four seasons. In any event, Ngakoue's youth and history of production at a premier position will likely lead to a future long-term deal…read more

    Published: Fri, Mar 13 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hoping for tag-and-trade?

    Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Jaguars will use their franchise tag on Ngakoue, who tweeted Monday that he no longer has interest in signing a long-term deal with the team.

    Analysis: It's possible Ngakoue changes his mind if the Jaguars improve their offer, but it sounds like he's hoping for a tag-and-trade at the moment. The 2016 third-round pick will turn 25 in March, following four consecutive seasons with eight or more sacks and 14 or more QB hits. Given his age, position and production, Ngakoue likely wants at least $20 million per year on his long-term contract.

    Published: Mon, Mar 2 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Forces fumble in finale

    Ngakoue had one solo tackle and a forced fumble in Sunday's win over the Colts.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old finished the 2019 campaign with 41 tackles (36 solo), eight sacks, one interception, four forced fumbles and a defensive touchdown in 15 games. Ngakoue is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the spring with his rookie contract now concluded, and there's a good bet he opts to test the market after posting 37.5 sacks, two interceptions and 14 forced fumbles through his first four seasons.

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Delivers two sacks

    Ngakoue had five solo tackles, two sacks and a pass defensed during Sunday's win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Ngakoue posted his third multiple-sack game of the season and also tied his season high in tackles. The 24-year-old has 40 tackles (35 solo), eight sacks, three forced fumbles, one interception and one touchdown in 13 games.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 9:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Forces third fumble

    Ngakoue had two solo tackles, a strip-sack and fumble recovery in Sunday's 42-20 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Ngakoue's strip-sack and subsequent fumble recovery at the start of the second quarter was the defensive highlight of the day for Jacksonville, as Tennessee averaged 9.1 yards per play. The 24-year-old had only two sacks through the first six games of the season, but he now has four sacks and two forced fumbles over his last four games.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets to Brissett

    Ngakoue recorded four solo tackles, a sack and a forced fumble in Sunday's 33-13 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Ngakoue's sack total looked like it was regressing from last year's 9.5-sack mark, but he now has five through nine games and could match that total. The fourth-year pro will look to get to Ryan Tannehill in Week 12.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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