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James O'Shaughnessy: Joins Vikings' practice squad
James O'Shaughnessy signed with Minnesota's practice squad Monday.O'Shaughnessy has 80 games of NFL experience under his belt, split between the Chiefs and Jaguars. The 30-year-old tight end could be called upon to provide depth behind trade acquisition T.J. Hockenson.
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James O'Shaughnessy: Gets workout with Cleveland
James O'Shaughnessy (undisclosed) had a tryout with the Browns on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.O'Shaughnessy signed a one-year contract with the Bears in April, but he was released Aug. 30 with a non-football illness designation. Now apparently back to full health, O'Shaughnessy is working to find a new team. The Browns placed Jesse James (biceps) on IR last Tuesday and currently only have two tight ends on their active roster.
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James O'Shaughnessy: Let go with NFI designation
The Bears released James O'Shaughnessy with a non-football illness designation Tuesday, Larry Mayer of the team's official site reports.O'Shaughnessy appeared a fair candidate to secure a depth role in Chicago's tight end room, but he ultimately couldn't earn a spot on the team's initial 53-man roster due to an unknown aliment. The 2015 fifth-round pick appeared in 22 games over the past two seasons with Jacksonville, catching 52 of 72 targets for 506 yards, so once healthy, he figures to garner attention in free agency.
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James O'Shaughnessy: Released by Chicago
The Bears released James O'Shaughnessy on Tuesday, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.O'Shaughnessy appeared to be candidate to secure a depth role in Chicago's right end room, but he ultimately couldn't earn a spot on the initial 53-man roster. Once the Bears open up further roster spots, it's possible O'Shaughnessy could end up rejoining the team. At the moment, Cole Kmet and Ryan Griffin are the only tight ends on Chicago's roster.
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Bears' James O'Shaughnessy: Targeted once
James O'Shaughnessy posted a four-yard reception in the Chicago Bears' 21-20 win against the Browns on Saturday.O'Shaughnessy hauled in his lone target late in the first half when the Bears brought in their backups. With Ryan Griffin playing earlier with the starters, it's possible that O'Shaughnessy starts the season as the Bears' No. 3 tight end.
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Bears' James O'Shaughnessy: Corrals lone target
James O'Shaughnessy caught one pass for 16 yards in the Chicago Bears' 27-11 preseason win over the Seahawks' on Thursday.O'Shaughnessy took the field on the second drive, right after the Bears took their first-team offense off the field. His reception came from backup quarterback Trevor Siemian. The tight end will likely continue to battle with Ryan Griffin for the No. 2 tight end role behind Cole Kmet.
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Bears' James O'Shaughnessy: Back on practice field
James O'Shaughnessy (undisclosed) returned to practice Monday, Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.After missing last week's game due to the undisclosed injury, O'Shaughnessy's return to practice may put him on track to appear in Thursday's preseason game against the Seahawks.
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Bears' James O'Shaughnessy: Unlikely to play Saturday
James O'Shaughnessy (undisclosed) isn't expected to suit up for Saturday's preseason opener against the Chiefs, Alyssa Barbieri of USA Today reports.Among a number of players battling injuries, O'Shaughnessy was reported to be one of those who is not expected to face the Chiefs. Currently third on the Chicago Bears' depth chart at tight end, he's competing for a backup role with Ryan Griffin (undisclosed).
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Bears' James O'Shaughnessy: May be useful blocker
James O'Shaughnessy can seal off the edge as a run blocker while occasionally moving into the slot, Parker Hurley of BearGogglesOn reports.O'Shaughnessy will likely slot in as the third tight end on the Chicago Bears' depth chart behind Cole Kmet and Ryan Griffin. It's unlikely he'll be selected in most fantasy drafts. However, he was on his way to a career year last year with the Jaguars, when he caught 24 passes for 244 yards in seven games. Should he be forced into a prominent role at some point, he could be a capable receiver. Otherwise, it would appear that most of his snaps will see him function as a blocker.
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Bears' James O'Shaughnessy: Signed by Chicago
The Chicago Bears signed James O'Shaughnessy to a one-year contract Monday.O'Shaughnessy joins a tight end room led by Cole Kmet alongside Ryan Griffin and Jesper Horsted. The former was limited to just seven appearances with Jacksonville last season, as he dealt with hip and ankle injuries, but he now appears fully healthy. In those seven contests, O'Shaughnessy secured 24 of 34 targets for 244 yards, but he was held without a touchdown.