Several teams, including the Dolphins and Bills, have expressed interest in signing veteran free agent punter Marquette King, a source tells ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter (Twitter link). However, there’s a bit of conflicting info when it comes to Buffalo’s interest – Vic Carucci of SiriusXM (on Twitter) hears that the Bills have no interest in King whatsoever.
King, one of the most well-known punters in NFL history, was released by the Raiders in April 2018, with reports indicating that head coach Jon Gruden wasn’t a fan of King’s outspoken personality. The 30-year-old received interest from the Vikings and Giants, but he landed with the Broncos on a three-year deal.
Unfortunately, his Denver run was short lived. After appearing in four games, King suffered a season-ending abductor injury and was ultimately released.
King’s 20 punts traveled an average of 44.1 yards last season, which ranked 22nd in the NFL. However, he managed to place seven punts inside the 20-yard line, placing him just outside of the top 10. Head coach Vance Joseph was critical of his lackluster performance against the Chiefs in Week 4, but the injury was likely to blame.
Well known???? Never heard of him until now.
Living under a rock? He is basically the only punter that is known by non raiders fans.
By the casual fan, maybe. If you’re an NFL fan, you can name more punters than that. The Colquitts, Michael Dickson who is the best punter in the league, Tress Way, Lac Edwards, Bosher who laid the wood on that punt returner last season, Morstead, Riley Dixon, Ryan Allen… Definitely can’t name them all, but NFL fans should be able to name some of these guys. If only Lechler hadn’t retired.
Can’t believe I left out Hekker. He might be the best, actually.
I am impressed.
yeah, with your mother, lol
ohhh that was so good I’m shook.
Always thought he was a perfect fit in Philly with his demeanor. Seems like a natural fit.
Every punter’s dream is to experience the joy of a Buffalo blizzard in December….lol.