Former Broncos and Raiders punter Marquette King will visit the Texans on Tuesday, a source tells Adam Schefter of ESPN.com (on Twitter). King’s market has been relatively quiet in recent weeks, but he could find a home once the compensatory pick formula is taken out of the equation.
King, one of the most outspoken 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 personality. The 30-year-old received interest from the Vikings and Giants, but he landed with the Broncos on a three-year deal.
Unfortunately, King’s Denver run was short lived. After appearing in four games, King suffered a season-ending abductor injury and was ultimately released.
Last month, the Dolphins expressed some interest in signing King. The Bills, according to one report, also showed interest in King, though a separate report put that in question.
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.
If signed, King would replace – or compete with – incumbent punter Trevor Daniel. Last year, Daniel averaged 43.7 yards per boot.
Not a fan of king but he has no problem with brown, burfect and possibly incognito? I know the guy is a punter but seriously….
None of those guys disrespected Gruden the way King did. If you show disdain for your future boss, don’t be shocked when he gets rid of you.
King went out of his way to make a video mocking Gruden as a chucky doll after we lost a game to them. There was a to be continued message at the end but since he didnt play much after that win and Oakland beat them the next game it never happened . Screw him , he is a clown.
At least that was after he was on another team. While he was still ON the team, he was asked about his thoughts on Jon Gruden and he responded “Who’s that?”.
I don’t see Texans signing him. They aren’t much for outspoken players. It’s all about high character good teammates. But it would not be a for sure spot Trevor won that spot last year from the greatest punter of all time.