Laviska Shenault Jr. Held Without A Catch In Week 15
Laviska Shenault Jr. failed to record a catch on just one target in a Week 15 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Panthers' passing volume with Sam Darnold at quarterback remained low on Sunday, but Shenault was completely shut out of the receiving game for the first time since Week 9. Shenault has flashed potential in Carolina's offense this season but cannot be viewed as anything more than a stash in dynasty leagues for the time being.
Source: ESPN
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Source: ESPN
Laviska Shenault Jr. Released By Chargers
Laviska Shenault Jr. from the practice squad on Tuesday to make room for the signing of veteran running back Ezekiel Elliott. Shenault was released by the Seattle Seahawks in the middle of the regular season and was picked up by Los Angeles. The 2020 second-round pick by the Jacksonville Jaguars appeared in just one game for the Chargers but did not log a touch. Shenault has totaled 163 receptions for 1,587 and six touchdowns to go along with 253 rushing yards and a score across 63 career games with four organizations. Needless to say, he's unlikely to be a key contributor anytime soon for any team.
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
The Los Angeles Chargers released wide receiver Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Laviska Shenault Jr. Signing With Chargers
Laviska Shenault Jr. to their practice squad on Thursday. Shenault was waived by the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, so it didn't take him long to find a new home. The former second-round pick was been quiet this season with five receptions for 36 yards in 11 games. He hasn't done much in the league since his first two seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars. This was likely just a move to add experienced depth to their roster. In a corresponding move, fellow wideout Dez Fitzpatrick has been cut from the practice squad. The former fourth-round pick has five receptions for 49 yards over the course of his first three professional seasons. He'll look to catch on elsewhere as depth going forward.
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The Los Angeles Chargers added free-agent wide receiver Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Laviska Shenault Jr. Cut Loose By Seattle
Laviska Shenault Jr., the team announced Monday. Shenault, 26, had appeared in 11 games with Seattle this season, catching all five of his targets for 36 yards through the air. He primarily played on special teams, returning a total of 16 kicks for 459 yards and one touchdown. While he had been a dependable special teamer for a while, Shenault muffed two kicks on Sunday and also coughed up a fumble on a return. His numerous gaffes in Week 13 ultimately cost him his job and will prompt the Seahawks to look elsewhere for their next kick return specialist.
Source: Seattle Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks have waived wide receiver Source: Seattle Seahawks
Laviska Shenault Jr. Sidelined As Week 12 Prep Begins
Laviska Shenault Jr. (back) did not practice on Wednesday. The fifth-year receiver injured his back during last Sunday's win over the San Francisco 49ers. As of now, his status for Week 12 is up in the air, but Wednesday's absence isn't a good sign. Regardless of whether Shenault suits up this week against the Arizona Cardinals, he should be left on waivers in all fantasy leagues.
Source: John Boyle
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Source: John Boyle
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