DAVE TOLLEFSON RUMORS

Tale of the Tape: Dave Tollefson

The most hotly sought after player that the Raiders signed in free agency wasn't starting RG Mike Brisiel, starting LB Philip Wheeler or former starting CBs Ron Bartell or Shawntae Spencer, it was former Giants backup DE Dave Tollefson.  When the Raiders signed him to a 2 year contract there were reportedly offers or interest from other teams as well including the Giants...
Via Thoughts from the Dark Side  |  April 25, 2012

Raiders sign former Giants DE Dave Tollefson

The Oakland Raiders have signed defensive end Dave Tollefson, the latest New York Giants free agent to land in the Bay Area this offseason. The Raiders announced Tollefson's signing Saturday. The 29-year-old had a career-high five sacks last season while playing in a reserve role for the Super Bowl champion Giants. Tollefson was drafted by new Raiders general manager Reggie...
Via AP on Fox  |  April 07, 2012

Dave Tollefson Signs 2-Year Deal with Oakland Raiders

Dave Tollefson, New York Giants back up defensive end and special teams player, has signed a two year, $2.5 million deal with the Oakland Raiders, with an estimated $500,000 in incentives. It was pretty clear Tollefson would be out the door during this free agency period; he has spent five years with the Giants, but never cracked the starting lineup. With him moving on he gives himself...
Via Rant Sports  |  April 07, 2012

Ex-Giant Tollefson to join Raiders

Dave Tollefson, a reserve defensive end and popular presence in the Giants' locker room, will sign a two-year, $2.5 million contract with the Raiders. The deal could be worth up to $3 million with incentives. Tollefson, who received a modest offer from the Giants, visited the Seahawks, Packers, Raiders and Titans before deciding to return home to the Bay Area. "This is...
Via Fox Sports  |  April 07, 2012

Dave Tollefson will sign with the Raiders

According to Steve Corkran of the Contra Costa Times, free agent defensive end Dave Tollefson has agreed to sign with the Oakland Raiders.  His contract will be a 2-year, $2.5 million deal. The 29 year-old Tollefson is from Walnut Creek, CA–so in essence he’s going back home. Tollefson was on the Raiders practice squad in 2007, he was then released and picked up by...
Via Giants Football Today  |  April 06, 2012

Raiders Sign Defensive End Dave Tollefson

Going in to the NFL Draft, the Oakland Raiders had a need for depth at almost every position. The Oakland Raiders got themselves some help. According to Steve Corkan the Raiders have the framework of a contract that will bring Dave Tollefson to the Silver and Black. The specific details of the contract (years, money, [...]
Via Silver and Black Daily  |  April 06, 2012

Report: Dave Tollefson verbally agrees to join Raiders

According to multiple sources free agent defensive end Dave Tollefson has agreed, verbally, to sign with the Raiders.  He will provide depth on the line and also is a boost on Special Teams. Tollefson was part of a bidding war today after visiting Green Bay, Oakland and Tennesse.  All three were vying for his services and he had an offer from the Giants, as well, where he'...
Via Thoughts from the Dark Side  |  April 06, 2012

Raiders try out DE Dave Tollefson

The Raiders had a tryout with former Giants free agent DE Dave Tollefson, today.  He was once a player on the Raiders practic squad before signing with the Giants active roster in 2007, becoming a member of their formidable defensive line rotation and a sometimes starter when injuries demanded. If he signs with the Raiders he will fill much the same role - a backup and situational...
Via Thoughts from the Dark Side  |  April 03, 2012

Dave Tollefson Meets With Oakland Raiders, Awaits Offer

Free agent defensive end Dave Tollefson met with the Oakland Raiders on Tuesday, according to Andrew Brandt. Photo Credit: Giants.com Over the past four years with the New York Giants, the 6-4, 266-pound Northern California native has appeared in 57 games (just two starts) and amassed 77 total tackles, 10.0 sacks and three forced fumbles. Tollefson proved to be an overlooked and...
Via Gridiron Grit  |  April 03, 2012

Free Agency Update for 3/21

According to Adam Caplan, Giants defensive end Dave Tollefson is scheduled to visit the Seahawks sometime tomorrow. Tollefson will be thirty next season and has spent the last five seasons with the Giants as a backup lineman. He's not the biggest guy around (6'4", 255 lbs), but he did register five sacks last year and appears to hold up relatively well against the...
Via Seahawk Addicts  |  March 21, 2012
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