Miner Illustrated

Ex-Miner, Chris Francies, was cut by the San Francisco 49ers yesterday.  Let’s hope he catches on with another team soon.… Continue…

The San Francisco Chronicle’s Ray Ratto has an interesting article about the recent Raider news in addition to news about wide receiver Chaz Schilens and his  foot injury. The one positive thing to take from this article is that there is now a greater possibility for UTEP alum Johnny Lee Higgins to move up the depth chart and get more playing time. Best of luck Johnny Lee! (Thanks to depacheco for the note on the article.)… Continue…

According to eurobasket.com, former Miner Stefon Jackson has signed on to play with Darussafaka Istanbul of the Turkish TBL.  Congrats to DJ and best wishes with the new team!… Continue…

The Star Tribune out of Minneapolis-St. Paul is reporting this morning that former UTEP running back Marcus Thomas has been signed with the Denver Broncos after RB Ryan Torain was released. Torain was diagnosed with a strained knee ligament, the latest in a line of several injuries while with the Broncos. Click here for the full article.… Continue…

Baltimore Ravens right tackle, Oniel Cousins, has returned from injury and took his spot with the first team offensive line today at Ravens training camp.  Way to bounce back Big O!!… Continue…

Ex-Miner wide receiver, Chris Francies, has signed with the San Francisco 49ers.  With the continued absence of top draft pick, Michael Crabtree, opportunities have been more available at the wide receiver position.  We’ll keep you posted on Francies and thanks to J. Hernandez for the tip. Good… Continue…

After a couple of days of moving up the depth chart, ex-Miner, Oniel Cousins was carted off the field today sustaining a left leg injury. BaltimoreRavens.com reports that the extent of the injury is unknown as head coach, John Harbaugh, was unavailable for comment after practice.  We’ll keep you po… Continue…

Quintin Demps, ex-Miner, is in the thick of a heated position battle at safety for the Philadelphia Eagles.  According to an interview with general manager, Tom Heckert, on PhiladelphiaEagles.com, Demps is showing great ability and will be competing all through camp to solidify one of the starting… Continue…