Oshiomogho Atogwe - #43 - S
| Status | Inactive |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 205 lbs. |
| Birthday | 06/23/1981 |
| Birthplace | Windsor, ON |
| College | Stanford |
| Years played | 8 |
| Drafted | 2005, 3rd round, 2nd pick by Rams |
Eagles cuts include CB Hanson, DT Dixon
The Eagles released veteran CB Joselio Hanson, DT Antonio Dixon and P Mat McBriar on Friday.
Atogwe gives Eagles depth, experience
Eagles GM Howie Roseman slow played making a move at safety, and we believe he did so as a way of not sending the wrong message to their young players.
Reports: Eagles add S Atogwe
The Eagles have agreed to terms with S O.J. Atogwe, according to multiple media reports.
Redskins release FB Sellers and S Atogwe
The Redskins, in an effort to shed some salary before free agency begins, released FB Mike Sellers and S O.J. Atogwe on Monday.
Redskins won't ignore secondary need
The Redskins' biggest need on defense appears to be in the secondary, even though new position coach Raheem Morris will help.
Redskins' defense might just need tweaking
With all the attention the Redskins' offense is sure to get this offseason, it's easy to forget about the other side of the ball.
Redskins' Landry done in D.C.?
The Redskins placed S LaRon Landry on I.R. with a painful Achilles tendon. The question now is whether his career with the team is over.
Return of Landry could boost Redskins' defense
The Redskins can't wait to see a healthy LaRon Landry lined up next to Oshiomogho Atogwe, who has been a playmaker in his career at free safety.
Rams sign S Mikell
Quintin Mikell was cut by one team and agreed to terms with another on Tuesday, although neither move will be official until Friday.
Eagles will trade Kolb once demand picks up
Although Philadelphia is in no hurry to trade QB Kevin Kolb, it's almost certain it eventually will, according to NFC Whispers. The Eagles will wait to get top dollar before they pull the trigger.
Redskins sign S Atogwe
The Redskins signed former Rams S O.J. Atogwe to a five-year deal on Thursday, adding a quality player to their secondary.
Rams' FS situation looks wide open
It appears the options are numerous for the Rams at free safety in the wake of O.J. Atogwe's release after the team opted not to pay him an $8 million roster bonus.
Rams release S Atogwe
The Rams released S O.J. Atogwe on Friday instead of paying him a reported $8 million roster bonus, according to PFW correspondent and St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Jim Thomas.
Could Orton be headed to Arizona?
It's much too early to call it anything more than a rumor, but one team insider says that Broncos QB Kyle Orton would make perfect sense for the QB-needy Cardinals, according to NFC West Whispers.
Recap of Friday's NFL fines
Here is a recap of the fines handed out by the NFL on Friday for actions taken in Week 14 games.
PLAYER NEWS
Atogwe is active for Sunday's game against the Bills.|||||||
Atogwe was hurt last week against Philadelphia. Reed Doughty will start in a secondary that will also be without cornerback Byron Westbrook, who was ruled out after hurting a hamstring in practice Wednesday.
Atogwe has signed a five-year, $26 million contract with the Washington Redskins, upgrading a vital position on a defense that ranked 31st last season.|||||||
The signing reunites Atogwe with Redskins defensive coordinator Jim Haslett. Atogwe spent three of his seasons in St. Louis playing for Haslett, who was the Rams' defensive coordinator and later interim head coach. Atogwe has 22 career interceptions, including three last season.
Atogwe has paid a visit to the Washington Redskins as he seeks a new team following his release by the St. Louis Rams.|||||||
Atogwe arrived Tuesday to meet with Redskins coaches, who are looking to upgrade the free safety position. Atogwe was cut Friday after six seasons with the Rams. He has 22 career interceptions, along with 16 forced fumbles and five sacks.
The availability of Atogwe against Seattle will be a game-day decision.|||||||
Atogwe bruised his thigh in last week's win over Washington. He did not practice either Wednesday or Thursday.
The St. Louis Rams have signed Atogwe to a multi-year contract.|||||||
Atogwe has been with the Rams for five seasons and started 60 consecutive games since the beginning of the 2006 season. He missed four games last year after injuring his shoulder, but still finished second on the team with 82 tackles.
