Daily Recap – January 28, 2021

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More hardware for Derrick Henry, as he was named AFC Offensive Player of the Year by the NFL 101 Awards.

Derrick Henry selected as AFC Offensive Player of the Year

101 Awards 🏆 » https://t.co/ureMixe6id

— Tennessee Titans (@Titans) January 28, 2021

Derrick Henry also appeared on the Dan Patrick Show today.

cc @BamaProUpdates@KingHenry_2 was on the Dan Patrick show earlier today: https://t.co/NgAZpnuRIg #RollTide

— Chicago Gump (@GriffinTSmith) January 28, 2021

Mac Jones and Alex Leatherwood both received positive reviews from Thursday’s Senior Bowl practice. Towards the end of practice, however, Jones tweaked his ankle on a scramble, and is now questionable for Saturday’s game.

Leatherwood looking better in early scrimmages. The first is Newman's fault for not stepping up. Both were good, not perfect, reps for the LT. @Tide1009 pic.twitter.com/WnjypOF1Vn

— Jacob Harrison (@JJacobHarrisonn) January 28, 2021

After badly losing a pass rush rep to Miami's Quincy Roche yesterday, Alabama's Alex Leatherwood had something for him today. Drew praise from coaches for better hand usage on last day of practice.#SeniorBowl pic.twitter.com/Mh05Lq4Hcl

— Chase Goodbread (@ChaseGoodbread) January 28, 2021

Mac Jones working on the footwork on Day 3. In a jovial, upbeat mood,as you'd expect from The Joker @Tide1009 pic.twitter.com/gHznyn34Ij

— Jacob Harrison (@JJacobHarrisonn) January 28, 2021

UPDATE: Jones said he tweaked his left ankle and there’s “a chance” he won’t play in Saturday’s #SeniorBowl. Needs to get treatment. https://t.co/KIvnoLLTLR

— Jim McBride (@globejimmcbride) January 28, 2021

Mac Jones also did a brief interview at practice with the NFL Network.

.@AlabamaFBTL QB @MacJones_10 joined us from the Reese’s @seniorbowl! 👋 pic.twitter.com/JxVFe7bbpZ

— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) January 28, 2021

Meanwhile, there’s a report that the New England Patriots may be eyeing Mac Jones with the 15th overall pick.

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Alex Avila has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Washington Nationals, pending a physical.

Jarran Reed indicated on Instagram that he underwent surgery today, but doesn’t note any specifics about what kind of surgery.

The teams participating in the G League bubble have now reported to Orlando for quarantine prior to the start of play on February 10. Levi Randolph will be documenting the bubble with a video log.

“Stay focused, go after your dreams and keep moving toward your goals.“#Glubble Part 1 #Backdoor#LeviVlog @CantonCharge @cavs @nbagleague @NBA
Follow our journey❗️ pic.twitter.com/v3GqOVVlPO

— Levi Leland Randolph (@LeviRandolph20) January 28, 2021

Donta Hall’s G League Ignite coach doesn’t think that Hall will be in the G League for very long.

Here are a couple of roster decision articles on Kareem Jackson and Dalvin Tomlinson.

Pretty cool factoid on Collin Sexton:

There is currently one player in the entire NBA averaging better than 25 points while shooting at least 50% from the field and 45% from 3-point range. That player is #Cavs Collin Sexton.

— Chris Fedor (@ChrisFedor) January 28, 2021

Spencer Turnbull did an off-season media appearance with Tigers beat reporters. Turnbull touched on his off-season prep and his thoughts on the new coaching staff.

Eryk Anders was interviewed by the Awfully Irish Podcast to discuss his upcoming fight.

Community Outreach

Derrick Henry surprised some Nashville area healthcare workers by jumping on a virtual call with them this morning.

Transactions

• Alex Avila – agreed to terms with the Washington Nationals on a one-year deal, pending a physical.

Game Results

 SOCCER
  
 Levante 3, Atlético de Madrid 0.
 Merel Van Dongen (ADM) – no stats; played full match
  
  
 GOLF
  
 Farmers Insurance Open Rd 1:
 Robby Shelton – 73, +1, T107