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Vikings, Texans Interested In Tramaine Brock

August 15th, 2017 at 12:04pm CST by Zachary Links

Tramaine Brock‘s market is heating up. The Texans and Vikings are now among the teams with interest in the free agent cornerback, Jason La Canfora of CBSSports.com (Twitter links) hears. La Canfora adds that it is “very likely” he will sign somewhere this week.

Brock is already meeting with the Seahawks and Seattle is very serious about signing him after four months of investigative work into the domestic violence allegations against him. After charges were dropped against Brock and his alleged victim characterized the incident as a verbal dispute rather than a physical one, teams seem to be more comfortable with the idea of adding him to the roster.

The Texans have been putting an emphasis on causing turnovers and Brock, who has eleven career interceptions, can help with that pursuit.

“One of the things we talked about as soon as we got back for OTAs is creating turnovers,” cornerback Kareem Jackson said (via ESPN.com’s Sarah Barshop). “We feel like as a defense unit, that’s our job, to create turnovers. If we can improve on that as well as continue to get better in some of the other defensive categories and situational football, [we will] continue to progress as a group.”

Brock, 28, has been a full-time starter in each of the past two seasons. Last year he graded out as the league’s No. 23 corner while playing 95% of San Francisco’s defensive snaps, according to Pro Football Focus.

Tramaine Brock To Visit Seahawks

August 14th, 2017 at 5:56pm CST by Dallas Robinson

Free agent cornerback Tramaine Brock will visit the Seahawks on Tuesday, according to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk.

Brock’s offseason has been eventful, to say the least, as domestic violence allegations in April led to his release from the 49ers. All charges were dropped against Brock last week, and both Brock and his alleged victim have since released statements on the episode, labeling the entire matter a misunderstanding.

San Francisco’s decision to cut ties with Brock earlier this year means a quality starting cornerback is now on the free agent market, and it’s no surprise that clubs are already showing interest. As many as five clubs had already reached out to Brock as of last week (although the 49ers aren’t open to re-signing him), and for good reason: The 28-year-old Brock has been a full-time starter in each of the past two seasons, and in 2016 graded as the league’s No. 23 corner while playing 95% of San Francisco’s defensive snaps, per Pro Football Focus.

Seattle has been searching for defensive back depth all offseason long, as DeShawn Shead — who started 15 games opposite Richard Sherman a season ago — is expected to begin the regular season on the reserve/PUP list as he recovers from a torn ACL. Jeremy Lane is considered the favorite to step into the starting lineup, but Brock would present immediate competition for that spot.

Tramaine Brock Releases Statement, Eyes NFL Return

August 11th, 2017 at 6:56pm CST by Sam Robinson

Authorities cleared former 49ers cornerback Tramaine Brock of wrongdoing in a domestic violence case earlier this week. And the soon-to-be 29-year-old free agent made his first public comments about the incident Friday night.

“I would like to formally apologize to my family and children for the verbal altercation that brought about this situation,” Brock said in a statement provided to Pro Football Talk. “These past five months have been a time to reevaluate and grow as a person. I had hoped to keep family matters private, but at this time I have to get the facts out. I have never put my hands on the mother of my children, as what has been publicly reported.

“The information in the police report is untrue. I stayed in an unhealthy relationship for the sake of my children, which was not in my best interest. As the case I was involved in has been dismissed, I am eager to move forward and focus on sharing custody of my two children and ensuring a stable environment for them.

“Lastly, I look forward to continuing my football career in the near future.”

The alleged victim’s attorney released a statement on Thursday indicating this was a verbal dispute. The NFL could still punish Brock, but as Mike Florio of PFT noted, that might be difficult without cooperation from the alleged victim.

Brock rated as the No. 23 cornerback in football last season, per Pro Football Focus. However, the 49ers seem to have moved on despite having plenty of cap space for a free agent of this sort. A former UDFA, Brock played the first seven seasons of his career in San Francisco.

Latest On CB Tramaine Brock

August 10th, 2017 at 5:21pm CST by Dallas Robinson

Tramaine Brock was cleared of domestic violence charges on Wednesday, and today the lawyer of his alleged victim released a statement offering an explanation of the incident, as Ian Rapoport of NFL.com tweets.

“On August 8, 2017, my client chose not to testify, availing herself of her Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination,” attorney Alan M. Lagod writes. “She then was given immunity and continued to refuse to testify utilizing the protections afforded by California Code of Civil Procedure § 1219. She was subsequently found in contempt and fined $100.00.

“My client’s choice not to testify was voluntary and not dependent upon past or future actions by any part. She has indicated to me that this was a verbal altercation. She and Mr. Brock look forward to co-parenting their two young children.”

The statement should arguably enable Brock to land a new contract, especially if the episode was indeed simply a verbal altercation. Several clubs have reportedly already reached out to Brock with interest, but the 49ers aren’t expected to re-sign him. The 28-year-old Brock has been a full-time starter in each of the past two seasons, and in 2016 graded as the league’s No. 23 corner while playing 95% of San Francisco’s defensive snaps, per Pro Football Focus.

The NFL is still entitled to hand Brock a suspension, but as Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk writes, it will be tough for the league to issue a ban if Brock’s alleged victim won’t cooperate with an investigation.

NFC West Notes: Kaepernick, Seahawks, 49ers

August 9th, 2017 at 3:53pm CST by Zachary Links

Although the Seahawks chose to sign Austin Davis instead of Colin Kaepernick, Seattle general manager John Schneider had nothing but positive words for the free agent quarterback, according to Jeremy Bregman of NFL.com.

“He is committed to football, there’s no question about it,” Schneider said. “The thing that maybe is a misconception is he’s a really, really nice man and he has his thoughts, he has his plan and it’s one of those things where it’s right time, right fit and I’m sure he’s going to find it.”

Kaepernick was internally discussed as an option for the Dolphins before they signed Jay Cutler, and he’s also on the Ravens‘ radar while Joe Flacco deals with a back injury.

Here’s more from the NFC West:

Prior to his release earlier this year, the 49ers were in discussions with Tramaine Brock about a new contract, Jason Cole of Bleacher Report tweets. However, the Niners will not circle back to him even after learning that the charges against him have been dropped.
49ers guard Joshua Garnett will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery and the team admits his Week 1 status is shaky. “Timeframe, I haven’t been given one yet,” Shanahan said (transcription via PFT). “I’m hoping that he has a chance for Week 1, but I know that’s going to be a battle.” That jibes with previous reports about Garnett’s timeline.
The release of Jeremy Zuttah was a difficult decision, but coach Kyle Shanahan said it was made easier by the fact that Daniel Kilgore has established himself at center (Twitter link via Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com). Kilgore will likely serve as the team’s starting center now that Zuttah is out of the picture.

49ers Not Interested In Tramaine Brock

August 9th, 2017 at 1:23pm CST by Zachary Links

After he was cleared of domestic violence charges on Wednesday morning, it may not be long before we see Tramaine Brock back in the NFL. It just won’t be with the 49ers. Despite a report to the contrary, a Niners spokesman says the team did not reach out to Brock’s camp and there is no interest in re-signing him (Twitter link via Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area).

Brock, a top-25 cornerback last season according to Pro Football Focus, is objectively the most talented cornerback left on the open market. Still, teams will be wary of the public relations backlash that comes with signing him. There’s also a strong possibility that he will have to serve a multi-game suspension during the 2017 season.

Brock appeared in 80 games for the Niners over the years, including starts in game in 2015 and 2016, save for one missed contest.

Tramaine Brock Has Charges Dropped

August 9th, 2017 at 11:17am CST by Zachary Links

The felony domestic violence case against former 49ers cornerback Tramaine Brock has been dismissed, according to the Santa Clara district attorney’s spokesman (Twitter link via Mike Garafolo of NFL.com). Brock is currently a free agent and he may wind up as one of the league’s most popular available players in the coming days.

Already, at least five teams want to bring Brock in for a workout, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle (on Twitter) hears. Caplan terms Brock as the best available cornerback remaining on the market, and there’s definitely a case to be made for that at this stage of the offseason. Despite some rumblings to the contrary, the incumbent 49ers are not among the clubs with interest.

Brock, 29 later this month, was arrested on domestic violence charges in April. Officers responded to a domestic violence report and found “visible facial injuries” on the woman Brock is dating. The league may have something to say about the incident, but, legally speaking, Brock is in the clear.

The 28-year-old Brock has spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Niners after first joining the team undrafted free agent in 2010. He went on to start in 40 of 80 appearances and totaled eleven interceptions.

He’s coming off his first 16-start season, in which he amassed a career-high 58 tackles, logged 14 passes defensed and picked off a pass. He also ranked 23rd in overall performance among Pro Football Focus’ 111 qualified corners.

Tramaine Brock Charged With Felony Domestic Violence

June 6th, 2017 at 7:43pm CST by Connor J. Byrne

Free agent cornerback Tramaine Brock was charged Tuesday with felony domestic violence and misdemeanor child endangerment stemming from an April arrest, reports Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee. The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s office accused Brock of punching his girlfriend in the face and attempting to strangle her multiple times, including when she was holding their 1-year-old child, and he could face up to five years in prison.

Brock is expected to plead not guilty, per Barrows, but it’s clear his NFL career is in serious jeopardy. Almost immediately after Brock’s arrest, the 49ers released the corner, thereby ending his seven-year tenure with the franchise.

In discussing the choice to cut ties with the 28-year-old Brock, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said: “We spent the day trying to figure out all the information as much as you can. You never do get all of it, but there was enough there that we felt it was a decision we had to make and move on from (Brock).”

While the 49ers weren’t willing to continue with Brock on the heels of his arrest, other teams were reportedly “keeping tabs” on him after he reached free agency. Given his strong play in the past, including 31 starts and four interceptions from 2015-16, there were rumblings that Brock would be in line for a contract worth $10MM-plus per year if he were to escape charges. That didn’t happen, though, and it’s now possible Brock has played his last down in the league.

Teams “Keeping Tabs” On Tramaine Brock

April 15th, 2017 at 6:16pm CST by Dallas Robinson

If free agent cornerback Tramaine Brock is not officially charged following a purported domestic violence incident last week, he could be in line for a $10-11MM per year contract on the open market, according to Jason Cole of Bleacher Report (video link). Numerous clubs are reportedly keeping an eye on Brock’s situation following his recent release from the 49ers.

Brock, without the DV charges hanging over his head, would easily be the best cornerback on the free agent market, as the rest of the crop includes Jason McCourty, Darrelle Revis, Brandon Flowers, Alterraun Verner, and Sam Shields. The 28-year-old Brock has been a full-time starter in each of the past two seasons, and in 2016 graded as the league’s No. 23 corner while playing 95% of San Francisco’s defensive snaps, per Pro Football Focus.

But Brock, of course, isn’t hitting free agency unfettered, as the domestic violence charges are an incredibly serious matter that NFL clubs are now increasingly dealing with in a zero-tolerance manner. Police found “visible facial injuries” on the woman involved in the episode, while 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said the team gathered enough information that made cutting ties an easy decision. Brock could face a four-year prison sentence if found guilty of felony domestic violence.

Before the domestic violence accusations forced them to release Brock, the 49ers were interested in extending Brock, per Cole.

NFC Notes: Sherman, Saints, 49ers, Falcons

April 10th, 2017 at 6:31pm CST by Connor J. Byrne

No NFLer has come up in more trade rumors this month than Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman, but it’s likely he’ll stay put, writes Tom Pelissero of USA Today. It would take something along the lines of a first- and third-round pick to acquire Sherman, and that price probably isn’t going to come down, Pelissero hears. Plus, even though Sherman requested a trade, the relationship between him and the Seahawks is hardly in shambles. Sherman is content to continue his career in Seattle, and the team would have no problem retaining the four-time Pro Bowler, per Pelissero.