Jim Thomas @jthom1 2h
Rams make practice squad move; Add OT Mike Remmers, release OT Sean Hooey.
Interesting–Remmers was with the Vikes.
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Vikings claim Mike Remmers off waivers
Curtis Crabtree
November 25, 2013
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/11/25/vikings-claim-mike-remmers-off-waivers/
With the release of cornerback A.J. Jefferson on Monday due to an arrest regarding a domestic violence incident, the Minnesota Vikings had an open roster spot to fill.
The Vikings filled the spot by claiming offensive lineman Mike Remmers off waivers from the San Diego Chargers.
Remmers was released by the Chargers on Saturday to make room for the addition of practice squad tackle Kenny Wiggins.
Remmers has played for the Denver Broncos, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Chargers after being undrafted out of Oregon State in 2012. He was signed off the Buccaneers practice squad to the Chargers active roster in October and appeared in just one game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Remmers replaced King Dunlap at left tackle in the game briefly before suffering a high-ankle sprain and being carted off.
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Mike Remmers
School: Oregon State
Position: T
Height: 6-5
Weight: 295
40: 5.3
http://www.draftinsider.net/reports/2012/T/Mike-Remmers
Bio: Four-year starter who lined up at both left and right tackle.
Positive: Underrated tackle prospect with size and growth potential. Effectively bends his knees, blocks with a wide base and immediately gets his hands into defenders. Fights hard throughout the action, keeps his feet moving and strong at the point. Makes good use of blocking angles and body positioning. Patient in pass protection, stays square and anchors at the point of attack.
Negative: Lacks lateral blocking range and footwork in space. Does not get much movement run blocking. Looks like a marginal athlete blocking in motion.
Analysis: Remmers was productive and durable on the college level yet lacks the footwork to play on the left side and overall strength to be a right tackle. He offers some upside and should get consideration on a practice squad as a developmental right tackle.
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