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Vols in the NFL - Week 15
December 19, 2023 | Football
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – As the NFL playoffs draw closer, VFLs across the league continue to make an impact for their respective teams.
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara reached another milestone and helped his team defeat the New York Giants, 24-6. With 110 all-purpose yards (66 rushing, 44 receiving) on Sunday, Kamara became the 16th running back in NFL history to have 1,000+ scrimmage yards in each of his first seven seasons, eight of which have reached the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Alvin Kamara just reached 1,000 yards from scrimmage for the season!
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) December 17, 2023
He becomes just the 16th RB in #NFL history to have 1,000+
scrimmage yds in each of their first 7 seasons (8 are in HOF) pic.twitter.com/iE3XSli2St
Defensive end Derek Barnett made his third appearance and first start for the Houston Texans and made some key plays in their 19-16 victory over the Tennessee Titans. Barnett tallied his first sack of the year, four combined tackles, two TFLs, and a pair of quarterback hits in the win.
Too strong 😤#HOUvsTEN pic.twitter.com/eLd2GRz85h
— Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) December 17, 2023
After a six-week absence, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer returned from injury and caught four passes for 113 yards while adding his second touchdown of the season during the Chargers' loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.
we scored. pic.twitter.com/tUlolwTTWX
— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) December 15, 2023
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson cracked the endzone with a two-yard scamper for the Falcons' only touchdown of the game against the Carolina Panthers.
WHY SO SERIOUS? 🃏#ProBowlVote x @ceeflashpee84
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) December 17, 2023
📺 FOX | NFL+ pic.twitter.com/aZht385iMv
A full recap of Vols around the league can be found below.
Micah Abernathy - Falcons - S
Played 18 special teams snaps during the Falcons' 7-9 loss to the Panthers.
Derek Barnett - Texans - DE
Made his first start of the year and recorded his first sack of the season, four combined tackles, two TFLs and two quarterback hits during the Texans' 19-16 win over the Titans.
Matthew Butler - Raiders - DT
On practice squad.
Marquez Callaway - Saints - WR
Played 13 offensive snaps for the Saints during their 24-6 victory over the Giants.
Morgan Cox - Titans - LS
Executed 11 successful snaps and tallied a tackle during the Titans' loss to the Texans.
Joshua Dobbs - Vikings - QB
Was inactive for the Vikings.
Princeton Fant - Cowboys -TE
Did not see any action against the Bills.
Hendon Hooker - Lions - QB
On Reserve/Non-Football Injury list.
Jalin Hyatt - Giants - WR
Made his fifth start of the season and logged 44 offensive snaps but did not contribute any catches.
Theo Jackson - Vikings - DB
Played 17 special teams snaps and seven defensive snaps during the Vikings' 24-27 loss to the Bengals.
Jauan Jennings - 49ers - WR
Posted a productive game, making two catches for 25 yards during the 49ers' 45-29 win against the Cardinals.
Alexander Johnson - Dolphins - LB
On practice squad.
Jakob Johnson - Raiders - FB
Got his fourth start of the season, played 15 offensive snaps and 10 special teams snaps while adding one tackle.
Velus Jones Jr. - Bears - WR
Recorded 10 offensive snaps and 12 special teams snaps while gaining 23 yards from two rushing attempts during the Bears' 17-20 loss to the Browns.
Alvin Kamara - Saints - RB
Picked up 66 rushing yards on 16 attempts and produced 44 yards from five receptions during the Saints' 24-6 victory over the Giants. Became the 16th player in NFL history to eclipse 1,000 scrimmage yards in each of his first seven seasons.
John Kelly Jr. - Browns - RB
On practice squad.
Cade Mays - Panthers - OL
Started his third game of the season and played 66 offensive snaps on the offensive line in a 9-7 victory over the Falcons.
Emmanuel Moseley - Lions - CB
Placed on injured reserve on Oct. 14.
Joshua Palmer - Chargers - WR
Returned after missing six weeks due to injury. Caught four passes for 113 yards and added his second touchdown of the season during the Chargers' loss to the Raiders.
Cordarrelle Patterson - Falcons - RB
Notched one reception for two yards and found his way to the endzone for his first touchdown of the season during the Falcons' 7-9 loss to the Panthers.
Kyle Phillips - Saints - DE
Saw action for the third time this season, played nine defensive snaps and two snaps on special teams for the Saints.
Jalen Reeves-Maybin - Lions - LB
Logged 22 snaps on special teams and ten defensive snaps while collecting a pair of tackles during the Lions' 42-17 win over the Broncos.
Trey Smith - Chiefs - OL
Started and played 65 offensive snaps for the Chiefs during their 27-17 win over the Patriots.
Cameron Sutton - Lions - CB
Started at cornerback and played 62 defensive snaps while logging three tackles and a pass breakup for the Lions in their 42-17 win over the Broncos.
Alontae Taylor - Saints - CB
Started at cornerback and matched his season-high six combined tackles for the second week in a row while also adding a TFL during the Saints' win over the Giants.
Darrell Taylor - Seahawks - DE
Contributed two solo tackles during the Seahawks' 20-17 win over the Eagles on Monday night.
Cedric Tillman - Browns - WR
Tied his career-high four catches for 52 yards during the Browns' win over the Bears.
Shy Tuttle - Panthers - DL
Started his 14th game in a row and played 17 defensive snaps during the Panthers' 9-7 victory over the Falcons.
Kendal Vickers - Cardinals - DE
On practice squad.
Darnell Wright - Bears - OL
Started and played 73 offensive snaps for the Bears during their 17-20 loss to the Browns.
Byron Young - Rams - DE
Started his 12th consecutive game at defensive end and tallied three combined tackles during the Rams' 28-20 victory against the Commanders.
