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Rex Burkhead once again proved to be a do-everything back for the New
England Patriots in week one of NFL action.
Burkhead helped New England get off to
a good start with a 33-3 win over Pittsburgh by carrying eight times for 44
yards and making five catches for 41 yards in just 32 offensive snaps. Burkhead
also played 15 snaps for the Patriots on special teams.
In what was a cool moment for Burkhead,
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady came to the line of scrimmage, and
audibled to a new play by saying, "Lincoln, Lincoln," before turning
and handing the ball to Burkhead.
The former Husker showed he still has some shiftiness on the play.
Burkhead was the bright spot in what was an otherwise quiet weekend for
former Huskers in the NFL. Here's a quick look through some of the
stats.
Lavonte David, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Had seven tackles, including
one for loss in Tampa's loss to the 49ers.
Chris Jones, Arizona Cardinals: Made three tackles
and defended one pass in Arizona's game against Detroit.
Quincy Enunwa, New York Jets: Made one catch for -4 yards against
Buffalo.
Alex Lewis, New York Jets: Appeared on two special teams snaps for
the Jets against Buffalo.
Brent Qvale, New York Jets: Was placed on injured reserve prior to
the start of the season.
Rex Burkhead, New England
Patriots: Carried eight times for 44 yards and made five catches for 41 yards
against Pittsburgh.
Spencer Long, Buffalo Bills: Appeared in three special teams
snaps for the Bills against the Jets.
Joshua Kalu, Tennessee Titans: Was placed on injured reserve prior
to the season opener against Cleveland.
Andy Janovich, Denver Broncos: Was not active against
the Oakland Raiders because of a pectoral issue.
Brett Maher, Dallas Cowboys: Made all five of his extra point
attempts against the New York Giants.
Maliek Collins, Dallas Cowboys: Played in 51 defense snaps, but
did not record a tackle against the New York Giants.
Sam Koch, Baltimore Ravens: It was a quiet day for Koch, who
punted one time for 56 yards in Baltimore's 59-10 win over Miami.
Nate Gerry, Philadelphia Eagles: Appeared on two defense plays and
24 special teams snaps for the Eagles.
Prince Amukamara, Chicago Bears: Started at corner for the Bears,
making three tackles and defending two passes against Green Bay.
Ameer Abdullah, Minnesota Vikings: Carried two times for eight
yards in Minnesota's win over Atlanta. Abdullah appeared on four offensive
plays and 14 special teams plays.
Ndamukong Suh, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Had four tackles, including
one for loss in Tampa Bay's loss to the 49ers.
Devine Ozigbo, Jacksonville
Jaguars: Ozigbo was a healthy scratch by the Jaguars against the Kansas City
Chiefs and did not play.
Luke
Gifford, Dallas Cowboys: Was not active against the New York Giants.
Cethan Carter, Cincinnati Bengals: Made one special teams tackle
for the Bengals against the Seahawks.
Nick Gates, New York Giants: Played in three offensive
snaps and five special teams snaps against Dallas.
Suspended List:
Richie
Incognito, Oakland Raiders
Randy
Gregory, Dallas Cowboys
