Bryce Hager LB FA Sun 12/27/20 8:27 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Hager notched a team-high 10 tackles (five solo), a tackle for loss and a pass defensed in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Browns.
EDGE Analysis
Hager finally got an opportunity to play on defense after previously being limited exclusively to special teams work, and he responded with a standout performance. The 28-year-old linebacker likely earned himself more playing time on defense in next week's season finale against the Patriots.
Bryce Hager LB FA Tue 11/3/20 6:58 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
The Jets signed Hager to the active roster Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hager was elevated to the active roster in each of the previous two games, and now he's earned a contract on the 53-man roster. The 28-year-old linebacker has played exclusively on special teams, and that's not expected to change for the time being.
Bryce Hager LB FA Tue 8/25/20 12:48 AM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
The Raiders cut Hager loose on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Hager landed in Las Vegas with the Raiders earlier this month, but he apparently hasn't impressed enough to keep a roster spot. After appearing in all 16 games the first four seasons of his career, Hager took part in just five contests last year. He's now free to pursue opportunities with other clubs.
Bryce Hager LB FA Fri 8/7/20 9:08 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Hager signed with the Raiders on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Hager struggled to secure a consistent role on the Rams defense over five seasons, so perhaps a change of scenery can help the 27-year-old linebacker. While a starting role looks unattainable with Nick Kwiatkoski and Nicholas Morrow on the roster, he'll seek more than the 14.6 defensive snaps per game he averaged in Los Angeles last year.
Bryce Hager LB FA Tue 11/12/19 5:30 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
The Rams placed Hager (shoulder) on injured reserve Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Hager watched the last three outings from the sidelines due to this injury, and the Rams will now shut him down for the season. The fifth-year pro will finish the campaign with 11 tackles (seven solo) through five contests. Cory Littleton and Troy Reeder will continue starting at inside linebacker. Hager's contract expires in March, so there's a chance he played his last game for the Rams.
Bryce Hager LB FA Fri 11/8/19 7:35 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Hager (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Cam DaSilva of USA Today reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hager was unable to practice at all this week, and with news coming Thursday that he would likely be placed on injured reserve, it is no surprise that he has been ruled out for Sunday's game. Troy Reeder is in line to take over for Hager at inside linebacker as long as the latter is out, which likely means the remainder of the season.
Bryce Hager LB FA Thu 11/7/19 9:30 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Coach Sean McVay said Hager (shoulder) will likely be placed on injured reserve.
EDGE Analysis
Hager wasn't able to practice Thursday, so he's already trending toward a third straight absence. If the fifth-year pro indeed lands on IR, his season would be over. Troy Reeder has served as the main replacement during Hager's absence and figures to continue this role if an IR designation becomes official.
Bryce Hager LB FA Fri 10/25/19 1:52 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Hager (shoulder) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals in London.
EDGE Analysis
Hager will miss his second straight game after the shoulder injury resurfaced late last week. Troy Reeder figures to see an uptick of defensive snaps in his place.
Bryce Hager LB FA Sun 10/20/19 12:07 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Hager (shoulder) is officially inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Vincent Bonsignore of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hager was a late addition to the injury report Saturday with the shoulder injury, and will miss his second game this season. With the 2015 seventh-round pick sidelined, look for Troy Reeder to be the primary beneficiary to receive an increased snap count for the contest.
Bryce Hager LB FA Sat 10/19/19 8:18 PM
Bryce Hager
LB FA
Hager is questionable for Sunday's game in Atlanta with a shoulder injury, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM Radio reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hager sat out Week 5 with a shoulder injury but it's unclear if he aggravated that injury or is dealing with a separate issue. He wasn't listed on the injury report at all this week prior to Saturday. Troy Reeder will likely see increased snaps at inside linebacker should Hager be unable to play Sunday.