Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Mon 10/12/15 5:10 PM

The Patriots reportedly worked out Nicks, ESPN's Field Yates reports.
EDGE Analysis
Per the report, Nicks "continues making the workout rounds," so it doesn't appear as though as a signing is imminent here. As wideout injuries mount around the league, however, it wouldn't surprise us to see the 27-year-old Nicks (who played for the Colts in 2014) catch on with another NFL franchise sooner rather than later.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Tue 9/29/15 9:58 AM

Nicks will work out for the Giants on Tuesday, ESPN's Josina Anderson reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nicks doesn't have much left in the tank, but even with Victor Cruz (calf) hoping to return this week, the Giants are sorely lacking in depth at wide receiver. If Nicks ends up signing with his former team, which doesn't seem too likely, he'll only be fourth or fifth on the depth chart.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Sat 9/5/15 2:53 PM

Nicks (leg) was released by the Titans on Saturday, TitanInsider.com's Terry McCormick reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nicks hoped to push Harry Douglas for a starting job, but Douglas and Kendall Wright emerged as the clear Week 1 starters, with Dorial Green-Beckham and Justin Hunter providing some big-play ability (and plenty of size) off the bench. Nicks may get another chance because of name recognition, but at this point in his career, he's a borderline NFL talent who doesn't contribute on special teams.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Fri 8/28/15 11:58 PM

Nicks suffered a minor leg injury in Friday's game, The Tennessean's John Glennon reports.
EDGE Analysis
He limped off the field after making a catch in the preseason matchup against the Chiefs and did not return. Nicks had two catches for 19 yards before suffering the injury. His status should be updated prior to Thursday's preseason game, but it does not sound like anything serious enough for him to be held out of the first regular season game.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Fri 4/24/15 2:01 PM

Nicks agreed to a one-year contract with the Titans on Friday, ESPN's Paul Kuharsky reports. Nicks will join a wideout corps that includes Kendall Wright, Justin Hunter and Harry Douglas, making a major resurgence unlikely for the 27-year-old former Giant. More important than the competition at his position, Nicks consistently struggles to separate from defensive backs, as he's one of the slower wide receivers in the league. He caught 38-of-70 targets for 405 yards and four touchdowns with the Colts last season, and there's little reason to expect much more in 2015.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Fri 4/24/15 1:04 PM5 Comments

Nicks is expected to sign with the Titans, Mike Garafolo of FOX Sports reports. Nicks visited with the Titans earlier this week, and other interested teams have apparently been told that he'll sign with Tennessee. While the Titans lack a proven top-notch wideout, they do already have Kendall Wright, Justin Hunter and Harry Douglas on the roster. It thus seems unlikely that Nicks will earn an every-down role, and he may just be the No. 4 receiver in a questionable offense.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Mon 4/13/15 8:57 PM

Nicks visited with the Titans on Monday, The Tennessean reports. Nicks was released in March by Indianapolis, for whom he caught 38 balls for 405 yards and four touchdowns in 16 games (six starts) in 2014. The six-year veteran has also visited with the 49ers during the offseason. Tennessee added veteran wideout Harry Douglas early in free agency to join returnees Kendall Wright and Justin Hunter, but there's certainly room for more.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Mon 3/30/15 3:45 PM

Nicks will make a free agent visit with the 49ers this week, ESPN reports. Nicks managed a career-low 38 catches for 405 yards in a reduced role during his only season with the Colts last year. However, in playing 16 games last term, Nicks turned in the first complete season across his six-year career thus far. Although his upside remains limited by diminished explosiveness, Nicks could add decent depth behind top options Torrey Smith and Anquan Boldin for the 49ers next season, should talks progress into a contract signing.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Sun 12/21/14 8:47 PM

Nicks had nine catches for 72 yards in Sunday's 42-7 loss to the Cowboys. He was targeted a team-high 11 times. With T.Y. Hilton (hamstring) inactive, the Colts turned their focus to Hakeem Nicks, resulting in season highs in both receptions and yards. With a first-round bye now out of reach for Indianapolis, the Colts may consider resting Hilton again to get him fresh for the playoffs, which could lead to another game of increased opportunities for Nicks.

Hakeem Nicks
WR FA
Mon 12/15/14 2:15 PM

Nicks had two receptions for 44 yards, including a 26-yard touchdown, in Sunday's win over Houston. It was a surprising performance since Nicks had just one catch the previous three games and seemed to be stuck on the bench behind Donte Moncrief. Nicks still played fewer snaps on offense than Moncrief (36 to 21) and Moncrief had four targets, so it may not indicate a big reversal of playing time.