Yardbarker: Joe Zelenka

Patriots Workout Long Snapper, Kicker, Punter

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:42:53 -0500

WEEI in Boston is reporting that the Pats have worked out a couple of long snappers and kickers: The Patriots have held workouts for several different free agents, including veteran long snapper Joe Zelenka, kickers Mike Nugent and Connor Barth and punter Tim Masthay.

Derek Cox: Welcome to the NFL

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 23:48:31 -0500

Maybe it was the fact that Virginia lost to William and Mary this afternoon that the Jaguars decided Cox could start in the NFL. Maybe it was the fact that Cox showed he could at least not get beat in the Jaguars fourth preseason game. Maybe it was the fact that Brian Williams played poorly. But most likely it is the fact that Brian Williams is no longer on the team. Take that veterans. Well if it wasn't clear before; its certainly clear now. This will be a young jaguars ...

Meet your new Jaguars - For now

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 23:31:47 -0500

Gene was ruthless in creating this roster. Tony Pashos was called in and asked to take a pay cut, not an unreasonable demand since guards make less than tackles. Nope, no deal was the reply and goodbye was the answer. Brian Williams got cut. Joe Zelenka needs a goodbye event, however. He was too much a part of this town to not say goodbye with class. Also, we understand that if Luke McCown passes a physical, he will be handed a playbook. If David goes down a...

Cut Down Day Thread

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 17:40:15 -0500

What We Know For Sure Made the Team:Tony Pashos Jarrett Dillard Zach Miller Nate Hughes Released: Michael Desormeaux Brock Bolen, Richard Angulo, C Stephenson, Josh Vaughn Tim Shaw Joe Zelenka Pete Ittersagen Up In The Air Tra Thomas Brian Williams Tiquan Underwood Rob Meier Ernest Wilford Mike Sims-Walker Mike Thomas Julius Williams

Saying Goodbye To Joe Zelenka

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:32:14 -0500

After 8 years, Long Snapper Joe Zelenka will no longer be a Jacksonville Jaguar. While Zelenka was a fan favorite and a great spokesman for the team, he was simply outplayed by third year man Jeremy Cain. The word came down before the game that Zelenka was going to be cut and it was confirmed [...]

Camp Battle 2009: Special Teams

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 06:29:09 -0500

More photos » by Phil Coale - AP 2 days ago: Jacksonville Jaguars long snapper Joe Zelenka snaps the ball to the punter during special teams practice at the NFL Jaguars football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, in Jacksonville, Fla.(AP Photo/Phil Coale) Browse more photos » Special teams are often the most overlooked aspect of football. No one remembers an eight yard punt return or a touch back ...

Offseason Blueprint: Jacksonville Jaguars

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:15:53 -0500

Notable Free Agents: Mike Peterson, LB; Brad Meester, C; Khalif Barnes, OT; Reggie Williams, WR; Chris Naeole, G; Joe Zelenka, TE. Projected 2009 Cap Space: $15,500,000 Draft Order: 8 Top Needs: OL, CB, LB, WR, RB. Offseason Outlook: Let the cleansing process begin. The Jaguars have already released long-time veteran running back Fred Taylor, 2008 free agent bust Jerry Porter and disappointing cornerback Drayton Florence. There's also little to no chance the team makes a play to re-sign m...

Offseason Blueprint: Jacksonville Jaguars

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:05:07 -0500

Jaguars Sign Veteran Long Snapper Joe Zelenka

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:37:37 -0500

The Jaguars on Thursday signed veteran long snapper Joe Zelenka to a contract extension. Terms were not disclosed for Zelenka, who has started a team-record 128 games dating to the start of the 2008 season. Zelenka, 32, spent the first two seasons of his career with the 49ers before signing with the Jaguars.

Breaking Down the Jaguars Roster Cuts

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 03:18:20 -0500

The Jaguars cut to 53 didn't offer too many shockers. But there were a few guys that the Jaguars let go that look like they can play. Here is a breakdown of the Jaguars openind day roster by position along with my analysis: QB(2): David Garrard, Cleo Lemon Analysis: Jack Del Rio saw enough out of Cleo Lemon against the Redskins to think that he could win a game or two with Lemon at the helm if David Garrard went out. I think it's possible that someone will pick up Bouman if the Jaguars aren't careful. RB(5): Fred Taylor, Maurice Jones-Drew, Greg Jones, Chauncey Washington, Montell Owens Analysis: No real surprises here. Washington will probably be a game-day inactice more often than not as long as the other guys are healthy, but he looks like a good developmental player. WR:(6): Jerry Porter, Reggie Williams, Dennis Northcutt, Mike Walker, Matt Jones, Troy Williamson Analysis: I think that D'Juan Woods could be headed for the practice squad and I'm really sorry that the Jaguars couldn't find a spot for Hoag. He's the kind of player you need to complete a team sometimes. He does a little bit of everything, including special teams, but after Williamson's big catch on Thursday, it was tough to keep Hoag. TE(3): Marcedes Lewis, Greg Estandia, Richard Angulo Analysis: I think you might see Charles Davis on the practice squad. He certainly passes the eye test. He just needs to work on his blocking. OL(9): Khalif Barnes, Vince Manuwai, Dennis Norman, Maurice Williams, Tony Pashos, Brad Meester, Richard Collier, Uche Nwaneri, Tutan Reyes Analysis: The only surprise here?and it's not a big one?is Reyes. But his flexibility make him valuable. He's a solid pro. The kind of player you need as a backup. DL(9): Paul Spicer, John Henderson, Rob Meier, Reggie Hayward, Derrick Harvey, Quentin Groves, Derek Landri, Tony McDaniel, Jimmy Kennedy Analysis: Kennedy may have saved his spot with a good performance on Thursday night. Other than Landri's health and where to put him, there weren't a lot of decisions to make here. I'm expecting to see Mkristo Bruce on the practice squad. LB (7): Darryl Smith, Mike Peterson, Justin Durant, Clint Ingram, Brian Iwuh, Brent Hawkins, Thomas Williams Analysis: Tony Gilbert held on a long time for a guy who wasn't very fast. That's a compliment to his work ethic and toughness. But he didn't make the cut this year. Hawkins is still trying to get comfortable with being a full-time linebacker. He'll have to contribute on special teams. That's also where Williams and Iwuh should offer their most valuable contribution. DB(9): Rashean Mathis, Brian Williams, Reggie Nelson, Drayton Florence, Scott Starks, Gerald Sensabaugh, Brian Witherspoon, Jamal Fudge, Pierson Prioleau Analysis: I did not expect the Jaguars to keep nine defensive backs. I expected Fudge or Prioleau, not both of them. This might be the deepest position group on the team. Witherspoon won't be used as a corner much right way. They're looking for him to be a difference maker on returns. ST(3): Josh Scobee, Adam Podlesh, Joe Zelenka Analysis: Absolutely no surprise here. There was not competition for any of these three. Who do I expect to see on the practice squad? Here's a shot in the dark (and you can grade me on Sunday): Mkristo Bruce, D'Juan Woods, Charles Davis, Rashod Moulton, Andrew Carnahan, Drew Miller, Chris Brown and another Big Body to be named.

Jacksonville Jaguars (Black and Teal)

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 23:39:11 -0500

Team MVP: Part of me is still expecting to wake up at the Jaguars' 2007 opening game as I hear the name "Byyyyyyyron Leftwich!" over the speakers. It wouldn't be a bad season, but it would be a season of seeing Josh Scobee trot out to win us our games through field goals. David Garrard turned around our team. I don't see this year being any different and with new weapons in the backfield we may finally have a good chance at that Super Bowl run we've been craving....