Fantasy Football Player Profile – Jarius Wright, WR
Jarius Wright, WR, Minnesota Vikings
Player Profile
Height/Weight: 5-9/182
Birthdate: 11/25/1989
School: Arkansas
FANTASY FOOTBALL ANALYSIS
Young Jarius Wright has a real chance to shine in 2013 for the Vikings as the new Percy Harvin. Of course, he’s no Percy Harvin, but he was asked to play that role after Harvin was injured last season. And for a few games, Jarius looked...
Vikings Jarius Wright Gets Leveled By Kareem Jackson
The Minnesota Vikings pulled out an impressive upset win against the Houston Texans on Sunday but big victories don’t come easy, especially if your name is Jarius Wright. Wright, a Vikings wideout, got absolutely crushed by Houston’s Kareem Jackson when he tried to turn up field, causing Wright to cough up the football.
The play didn’t draw a flag, but should it have? It looks...
Wright: Consistency biggest NFL adjustment
Jarius Wright should be a big part of the Vikings offense again Sunday, but he admits that his jump to the NFL was a big step that took time to adjust to. Wright talked about the progress he has made and his outlook for the future.
Via min.scout.com
November 30, 2012
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Jarius Wright's Big Debut is No Guarantee of a Happy Birthday
It was only his first play in an actual NFL game, but it was a big one.
On the 5th play of the Vikings opening drive, facing a 3rd down and six yards from their own 45 yard line, Christian Ponder side stepped in the pocket and looked for rookie wide receiver Jarius Wright streaking down the middle of the field. Ponder heaved the ball and - while under thrown - had it drop into...
Wright brings playmaking ability to offense
MINNEAPOLIS Quarterback Christian Ponder was struggling and the Minnesota Vikings were going into Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions without league leading receiver Percy Harvin.
Enter little-known fourth-round draft pick Jarius Wright.
Previously compared to Harvin because of their similar stature and speed, Wright stepped in and helped fill Harvin's role, providing...
Via Fox Sports North
November 11, 2012
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All the Wright moves: Rookie has big night
Thursday night's fourth preseason game was important for the Minnesota Vikings and the players fighting to stay on the active roster when the deadline for cuts comes Friday evening.Minnesota has to release 22 players Friday to reach the 53-man limit. Some might be brought back for the eight-man practice squad after they clear waivers. Coaches only had only one more game the...
Via Fox Sports North
August 31, 2012
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Vikings still evaluating Wright on returns
Jarius Wright showed his explosiveness Friday night with a 24-yard punt return, but the Vikings still have concerns about his ability to consistently field punts outside.
Via min.scout.com
August 27, 2012
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Vikings coaches impressed with Jarius Wright
Minnesota Vikings 4th-round pick Jarius Wright has impressed coaches with his football knowledge, according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Receivers coach George Stewart stated that Wright’s route-running is still a work in progress, but he caught the attention of coaches with his ability to absorb the playbook and understand their various formations.
This is an encouraging sign...
Jarius Wright Gets Interviewed, Kind Of
Ahhh, there's nothing quite like seeing a freshly clothed rookie for your favorite football team. You get to envision what this individual will look like running around on the field for your team in the coming years, making big plays, touchdowns, and MEMORIES. It's like watching your child being born before they tell you to screw off and take all that money your own mother...
2012 NFL Draft-or-Bust Off: Jarius Wright
Welcome to Purple Jesus Diaries' 2012 NFL Draft-or-Bust Off where we cover all items related to the 2012 NFL Draft as pertains to the Minnesota Vikings. At this point in the year, we will continue reviewing this crop of draft picks. We've already looked at Matt Kalil, Harrison Smith, and Josh Robinson, so today we introduce you to the Minnesota Vikings' first receiver...
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