Just like that, Munnerlyn had become a cornerback. Im a miracle baby.. After just 29 stops last season, the veteran was closer to his career average of just over 50 this time around. The cruise ship was ready to pull out of Miamis port and Munnerlyn was looking forward to a week in the Caribbean with 60 of his family members (I didnt have to pay for everybody). Munnerlyn was inactive for Sunday's win over the Jets while recovering from a virus, but it appears his condition has already dramatically improved just one day later. [18] Munnerlyn did not play the following week's game against the Buccaneers as he was inactive but returned the next week to play against the 8-5 New England Patriots; in the game, he recovered a fumble by running back Sammy Morris. We have reached out to his agent for comment on the charges, but have not heard back at this point. I am very remorseful, he said. He was in another murder case when he was younger. As a freshman in 2006, he played in 11 games and recorded a season high five tackles in two. He was with this other guy and they shot at the guy, and when they shot at the guy, they ended up shooting the other guy. You cant even tell, Munnerlyn said about a half-hour after Hurneys call. He missed one game due to an infection in his forearm. Munnerlyn slots in as the Panthers' No. [19] In a Week 16 game at the New York Giants, he forced a fumble by quarterback Eli Manning on the last play of the first half. Chris is a graduate of Northwestern University, where he spent his college years watching the losingest team in the history of Division I-A football. In the beginning it was kind of rough. Instead of hitting the intended target, the bullet hit a 15-year-old boy in the back and killed him. Additionally, James Bradberry was the only Panther that topped his nine pass breakups. Charlotte Agenda is now Axios Charlotte -. They know me, so (other inmates are) pulling for Captain now, said Timothy, who doesnt have Internet access and gets much of his Vikings news by reading USA Today. MINNEAPOLIS -- Since the Minnesota Vikings' 2016 schedule was released, their trip to Charlotte, North Carolina, to face the Carolina Panthers -- the team that drafted Captain Munnerlyn, gave him his first chance to start, made him a key piece of a division championship team and let him leave in free agency -- was written in bold type in the 28-year-old's mind. Pat McCrory declared a state of emergency Wednesday, and though the NFL said Thursday it planned to keep the Vikings-Panthers game in Charlotte as scheduled Sunday, Munnerlyn admitted some uneasiness about the trip, and the fact his wife is already on the way there. Munnerlyn ended his first year with the Vikings with 61 combined tackles, one fumble recovery, 2 interceptions and 5 pass deflections. Hopefully, if he has some neurological issues, Munnerlyn will get those checked out. In Week 10 at the Denver Broncos, he matched a career-high in tackles with seven. He has covered the team since 2010, previously for the Charlotte Observer. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: profiles | Yet, hes managed to stick around for 10 years, with a pair of Panthers stints sandwiched around a three-year hitch in Minnesota. Lee had just arrived at the school. The Panthers have downgraded Munnerlyn (illness) from questionable to out for Sunday's game against the Jets, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports. It's kind of chaos down there right now. As you can see, Munnerlyn has had a rough time after leaving the NFL. Captain Munnerlyn was born on April 10, 1988. Munnerlyn is active with March of Dimes charities, a cause close to his heart as he was a premature baby himself. As a freshman, Munnerlyn was not redshirted and played in 12 games. With the amount of time Captain spends bowling, even this lower level entertainment area is a heavily utilized space. I hope they gave the woman a protection order, so he doesnt come back and try to finish the job. He started 11 of the last 12 games at left cornerback after Chris Gamble suffered a season-ending injury in Week 7. In his first start of the season in Week 12 against the Cleveland Browns, Munnerlyn stepped in front of a pass from Jake Delhomme intended for Mohamed Massaquoi to pick it off and return it 37 yards for the touchdown. 1 goal." In the wake of a wild week highlighted by blockbuster trades and high-profile signings, what is the current state of the NFL hierarchy? Cornerback Captain Munnerlyn was on a familiar practice field on Tuesday, but he wasnt on the same side of the field as the players he knows best. Munnerlyn played football for the University of South Carolina before being drafted to the Carolina Panthers. Gregory said he and Timothy both sold drugs, with Gregory having learned the ropes from his older brother. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Captain Munnerlyn poses for a photo at Vikings training camp in Mankato on Thursday, August 14, 2014. With the Gamecocks, Munnerlyns confident attitude never wavered. He now lives in Birmingham, Ala., where he is married to a doctor and does prison ministry work at a different facility from his brothers. However, he did issue a statement through his attorney, James J. Exum, vehemently denying the allegations brought against him. [11] Against Kentucky, Munnerlyn returned a kickoff 84yards before being tackled on the 16yard line. Anne Sweet. The Bills were forced to put veteran corner EJ Gaines on injured reserve Saturday, so team brass -- a good majority of the coaching and management staff has ties to the Carolina organization -- felt most comfortable signing a familiar face in Munnerlyn to take the roster spot. Is Josh Allen the top streamer? He is due back to the Mecklenburg County courthouse on March 1. Munnerlyn has not yet personally responded to the allegations. When Munnerlyn became a free agent in March, his old roommate got on the phone. Fans on Twitter reacted to the Munnerlyn news with a certain level of schadenfreude, pointing out Munnerlyns most glaring errors from the 2018 season (the Seattle game) and asking how much cap space the move created ($2 million). The shooting in Charlotte is the latest in a string of incidents that have put race relations in America -- and specifically the plight of African-Americans -- at the forefront of the public conscience. I ve been able to work with some great people and climb the ladder. Player stats at NFL.com. Captain Munnerlyn (born April 10, 1988) is an American football cornerback for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at South Carolina for three years. Munnerlyn is active with March of Dimes charities, a cause close to his heart as he was a premature baby himself. Munnerlyn recorded two solo tackles and a sack in Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Browns. Im just going to be honest. Saints running back Mark Ingram, who practiced Wednesday, said that while he remains in the concussion protocol, he has no symptoms and plans to play Sunday. He was then released in 2019, two years into his 4-year $21 million contract. Prior to the start of training camp, Munnerlyn told ESPN, "I want to help my team get to the playoffs," he said. CB Captain Munnerlyn earned $24,948,900 in his NFL career. There is no word of if the woman he strangled and super kicked was his wife or someone else. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Analytics expert Cynthia Frelund offers her rankings, projections, and five must-read stats for Week 11. Elliot Harrison updates his Power Rankings. I might do a little both. Munnerlyn (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Steve Reed of the Associated Press reports. In Week 6 at Minnesota, he ripped the ball away from Vikings running back Adrian Peterson to force a fumble. If the 10-year veteran is unable to get healthy in time for Sunday's tilt against the Falcons, expect Lorenzo Doss to see a slight uptick in snaps. I know the things they're tearing down.' Munnerlyn is accused of assaulting a woman in Charlotte on Jan. 3. Capt. WebMunnerlyn was cut by Buffalo on Saturday, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports. Beating his former teammates made for quite a day. He laughed loudly when I asked whether he planned to spend more time at the bar or the weight room. Sarah Munnerlyn. Munnerlyn totaled 29 tackles (24 solo) and two sacks in 14 games with the Panthers in 2017. Sign up for the Panthers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Captain Munnerlyn said he failed to meet his own expectations this season, "did some things my way, need to listen to Zim more." February 25, 2019: The Carolina Panthers released CB Captain Munnerlyn. Munnerlyn, listed in the NFL at 5 feet 9, never was very tall. And she was like, Aw, man. And I was like, Its cool. Im not upset. He was a longtime NBA writer with the Akron Beacon Journal, Rocky Mountain News and AOL FanHouse. (WATCH BELOW: Ex-NFL player Zac Stacy arrested on assault charge), Ex-NFL player Zac Stacy arrested on assault charge (NCD). With over 3 acres of land, this house is certainly private. It's nice to see that Bears coach John Fox is on the right side of history here. Should you believe in Theo Riddick against the Jaguars? [21] The Vikings wanted a four-year deal, but Munnerlyn signed a three-year deal so he could receive his third contract before turning 30. You can read more at, Agenda Weekender: 15 things to do in Charlotte this weekend. He signed a three-year, $14.25 million contract last spring as a free agent and moved immediately into the starting lineup. WebAt 33 years old, Captain Munnerlyn height is 5 9 and Weight 185 lbs. Ex-NFL player Zac Stacy arrested on assault charge, WSOC TV facebook feed(Opens a new window), ALSO READ: Arrest made after vicious kidnapping, assault caught on doorbell camera, 13-year-old girl killed in crash involving tractor-trailer on I-485 in west Charlotte, police say, Shanquella Robinson case needing high-level diplomatic intervention, attorney says, Wells Fargo to close Charlotte-area branch, two others in NC in consolidation move, Shots fired during fight outside Northlake Mall, CMPD says, WSOC - TV Public File Contact / Program Director, WAXN - TV Public File Contact / Program Director. Since joining the Pioneer Press, Chris has won 11 awards in Pro Football Writers of America contests and been named a national top-10 beat writer by the Associated Press Sports Editors (APSE) for the years of 2020, 2021 and 2022. Munnerlyn attended Murphy High School in Mobile, Alabama, where he starred in both football and track. Munnerlyn has experience with the current Buffalo brass dating back to his Carolina days, but the team decided to go with younger players that offer more versatility. [7] Munnerlyn played in 36 games with 28 starts for the Gamecocks and entered the NFL Draft following his junior season. [2] On November 29, Munnerlyn suffered a concussion against the New York Jets but said days later that he planned on playing in the next game despite the NFL's changing of the concussion policy. Last year, he was the keynote speaker for a Boys and Girls Clubs of South Alabama event. endstream endobj startxref Munnerlyn played football for the University of South Carolina before being drafted to the Carolina Panthers. He beat that one. Find out the answer and more here. Carolina Panthers cornerback Captain Munnerlyn wanted to be "a living witness" to the youngsters gathered today for the Boys and Girls Clubs of South Alabama Youth of the Year Luncheon. Munnerlyn eventually said of the conversion and his mother's prayers that he would stay out of trouble, "Without her prayers, I don't think I could be here in the NFL right now".[2]. [9] In the same game, South Carolina wide receiver Kenny McKinley fielded a punt and flipped it to Munnerlyn who gained eightyards. You got to know the history, Gregory said. When Munnerlyn was 6, his father, Larry Crear, was murdered in a bar by a cousin in a dispute over a woman. Adams posted his thank-you and farewell to the Panthers late Monday morning. Captain Munnerlyn. As of 2017[update]'s NFL off-season, Captain Munnerlyn held at least 2 Panthers franchise records, including: On March 13, 2014, Munnerlyn signed a three-year, $14.25 million contract with $7 million in guaranteed money with the Minnesota Vikings. Crear had never married Munnerlyns mother and had left the family a few years earlier. After working out with Packers stars Aaron Rodgers and Clay Matthews in Los Angeles last offseason, Munnerlyn reported to camp 16 pounds lighter and in a better frame of mind. Captain was born three months premature and at birth weighed three pounds, eight ounces. I was like, 'Man, instead of leaving this offer out there I'm just going to take this. He collected two interceptions and led the team with a career-high 13 passes defensed. Super Bowl LII is in another city Munnerlyn knows well. As Munnerlyn was growing up, he realized he was one of the fastest kids in Happy Hill, and he was able to channel that into sports. But as I look back on it, it was truly a blessing. Timothy is said to have become a model prisoner at J.O. But it turned out to be a blessing in disguise as he eventually earned a scholarship to South Carolina. Who else is switching teams on Day 2 of NFL free agency? Join the 119,577 smart Charlotteans that receive our daily newsletter. He has since gotten out of jail after posting $7,500 bond. (Pioneer Press: Ben Garvin), Minnesota Vikings cornerback Captain Munnerlyn during Vikings training camp in Mankato on Thursday, August 14, 2014. In Week 11, he picked off a pass by Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman and returned it 74 yards for a touchdown, his second of the year. And while his window isn't as small as Peppers' or Davis', Munnerlyn feels like the time is now for the Panthers to make a long playoff run. When they called me, Marty was like, Aw, shit. It was kind of tough for me to watch that, but it's out of my control. "[14] Munnerlyn majored in criminal justice while at South Carolina, where he was teammates and roommates with former Viking linebacker Jasper Brinkley. Munnerlyn was charged with assaulting a female and assault by strangulation. And though Pro Football Focus had Munnerlyn ranked 169th among 229 defensive backs last season in pass coverage (Adams was at the bottom), Munnerlyn felt like he put his best foot forward. Captain Munnerlyn dives to intercept Flacco near turf. He knows thats not the way to go.. We love Captain here.. hbbd``b`$BA, H ". Who Is Captain Munnerlyns Wife? Just look at me. hb```"aB;8800 @R"|Z)6_xA.s20m9 $ I got the odd name. In Week 5 against the Seattle Seahawks, he intercepted a pass by quarterback Russell Wilson and returned it 33 yards for a touchdown. I got the odd name. Munnerlyn was nicknamed Miracle Baby because he survived after having been born more than three months premature and weighing just 3 pounds. Munnerlyn played his first full campaign since 2015, starting five contests along the way. He graduated from Murphy in 2006. Since then, the city has been shaken by violent protests, which left a civilian dead from gunshot wounds and other officers and civilians injured. In 2008, he was elevated to starting cornerback while also returning kicks and punts. Some take to social media to vent their frustrations and air the organizations dirty laundry. February 05, 2022 8:27 AM ET Font Size: Former football star Captain Munnerlyn has reportedly been arrested. My sisters and brothers have normal names. WebCarolina Panthers cornerback Captain Munnerlyn is inactive for Sunday's tilt versus the Green Bay Packers. I know what area they're in. The five interception returns for touchdowns through his first five seasons were tied for the most for any NFL player that began his career since 1970. According to a recent report from WSOCTV, the former Carolina Panthers star was arrested after he allegedly strangled a woman and kicked her in the face in Charlotte in early January. Personal life. Munnerlyn is active with March of Dimes charities, a cause close to his heart as he was a premature baby himself. When asked why his name is Captain, Munnerlyn said, "My momma promised my grandmomma that she could name the last child. I was the boy of the family, and she named me Captain. The accusations stem from an incident that took place on Jan. 3, in which the alleged victim claims she was strangled and kicked in the face by Munnerlyn. "We couldn't believe what was going on," he said. Munnerlyn is married to Lakisha and has two sons, Captain and Champ, and daughter, Eden. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Captain Munnerlyn poses for a photo at Vikings training camp in Mankato on Thursday, August 14, 2014. It has made him realize no one deserves to be put through that again. $7500 bond seems pretty light for what he did. He had talked trash Thats what motivates him. The reason I say that is because Captain is experiencing firsthand how my situation has caused so much hurt and pain to our family and to others as well. He also accounted for six special teams tackles. Though Vikings players have thus far refrained from public protests like the decision by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick to kneel for the national anthem, Munnerlyn sounded grateful for the healthy discussion of race-related issues he said happens between players in the Vikings' locker room. In Week 13 at the Miami Dolphins, he compiled a single-game career-high and team-leading 13 tackles as the Panthers won 2016. I agree with that 100 percent, Timothy said. The former Carolina Panthers cornerback CaptainMunnerlyn is in the grips of the police for allegedly assaulting, strangling, and kicking a woman in the face. of the British and Tories. The 30-year-old cornerback appears on track to suit up against the Buccaneers in Week 9. Munnerlyn started 14 games at right cornerback for the Panthers in his third season with the team and responded with a then career-high 58 tackles to go along with two sacks, one quarterback pressure, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery and seven passes defensed. Those charges have since been dismissed. 7 WebGenealogy for Charles Lewis Munnerlyn (1787 - 1857) family tree on Geni, with over 240 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Adam Rank is back with 11 sleepers to help fantasy managers through semifinal week. Channel 9 also learned he was arrested in 2020 in Miami for writing bad checks. That's my No. So weve switched over from the Carolina Panthers to the Minnesota Vikings. Gregory also talks about having turned his life around when he got out of prison. Munnerlyn was charged with assaulting a female and assault by strangulation. Carolina Panthers CB Captain Munnerlyn joins the Panthers in going out on a shopping spree with 20 underprivileged kids for the holidays. I was the boy of the family, and she named me Captain. Cam Newton said Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson assured players there would be no repercussions from the team if players took action during the national anthem moving forward. Web358 posts. We talked a little bit. Things reached a boiling point that December when Munnerlyn walked out of a practice, prompting Rivera to make him inactive for a game against the Packers that week. Kevin Patra previews that NFC showdown and the rest of the Week 12 slate. 38 0 obj <>stream Its now for sale and hits the market Friday, asking $3,230,500. I had a curfew for the first time in my life. Munnerlyn stated, "I had other visits set up but the number that Minnesota offered me was the number I was looking for. He generated .488 wins above replacement, which carried a value of $12,004,800. Munnerlyn has spent seven of his 10 NFL seasons with the Panthers, but now he'll join fellow Panthers veteran Kurt Coleman to try and round out some depth in the Buffalo secondary this season. Jay Gruden said Friday the wideout is listed as doubtful for Sunday's matchup with the Vikings. }Bc(+e:hFB+( C[ _jX(jew.~kU->Gab\eMqihT>\%iOE2RRf^;->gjk]\+uvz|>4KrhIT=4N9F-8,yJm+(qOxe=fO>"8E?C'HLCZc_Yy&>qy?s>ywkei#+|/ 9my#d)[y-l'd'_$OsD}[Pkyxv8lW)j\Z5}Vnv#u\VG3/y&27CS{yg'?ZI?AfxO~tf/G v;;eUUJ|;/ ? After starting all 16 games at outside cornerback in 2014, Munnerlyn settled into nickel back role, playing in all 16 regular season games with five starts as well as the Wild Card Round of the playoffs. He also batted down six passes and was credited with two quarterback pressures, contributing to a unit that ranked 10th in the NFL in total defense. (Pioneer Press: Ben Garvin). He was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the seventh round, 216th overall of the 2009 NFL Draft. section: | slug: | sport: football | route: player_profile_home | She got hit by a bullet, and nothing happened to me.. The Vikings' cornerback was one of several players who shared their thoughts on the protests in Charlotte following the shooting of Keith Lamont Scott, a 43-year-old African-American man, by a black police officer Tuesday. Records from theCharlotte Mecklenburg Police Department indicate thatMunnerlyn was arrested on January 10, 2022, in Lincoln County. While living there, he attended the Josephine Allen branch of Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama. Flip the page for a news video explaining how the assault went down. 2 seed in the NFC for the playoffs. He is due back to the Mecklenburg County courthouse on March 1. Following high school, he chose to play college football for the South Carolina Gamecocks after receiving scholarship offers from two other teams. He'll turn 31 in April and won't be mistaken for a dominant coverage man, but his track record of competence in a difficult role should be enough to draw interest from multiple teams. But Munnerlyn refused to say anything critical of the secondary coaches who replaced Wilks and Curtis Fuller (one of whom, Jeff Imamura, was fired in a December staff shakeup). WebCarolina Panthers CB Captain Munnerlyn joins the Panthers in going out on a shopping spree with 20 underprivileged kids for the holidays. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. The history of trades for the No. Brinkley had played for the Vikings from 2009-12 and re-signed with them after a year with Arizona. Kids used to tease me a little, but it fits my personality, because I feel like I'm a leader. 1,645 following. The 2009 seventh-round draft pick out of the University of South Carolina appeared in a total of 107 games with the organizationtotaling 357 tackles and a franchise-record five interception returns for a touchdown. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Me personally, and I never talk like this, but I dont think he is that good, Munnerlyn said after the game. brother. "[14] Munnerlyn holds the Panthers career interception return touchdown record with 5 touchdowns and is tied for the club's single-season record with 2, a feat he achieved in both 2012 and 2013 seasons, the only Panthers player to have multiple interception return scores in a season twice. He also returned 33 kickoffs for 754 yards (22.8 ypa) and 37 punts for 283 yards (7.6 ypa). Photos by Matthew Benham Photography, courtesy of Kendall Phills. Find out everything else you need to know in this week's Cheat Sheet. This may be a good place to introduce yourself and your site or include some credits. Although Gregory was acquitted in that case, he did soon serve a year in prison on a robbery conviction. I sold my body to men to get what I needed to do for my kids, she said. The 29-year-old's absence will open the door for Kevon Seymour and Ladarius Gunter to log extended workloads Sunday. Answering key offseason questions for every NFL team: Intel on Tua, Lamar and the No. Munnerlyn (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, David Newton of ESPN.com reports. I do tell him about not making the same mistakes I did, Timothy said. Panthers coach Ron Rivera has never hidden the admiration he has for the 5-9, 195-pound Munnerlyn, whos been told hes too small or too slow to succeed in the NFL since the Panthers drafted him in the seventh round in 2009. "They know it's not right. endstream endobj 19 0 obj <>/Pages 16 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 20 0 obj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 21 0 obj <>stream Munnerlyns NFL career came to a close with 529 total tackles, 64 pass breakups, 12 interceptions, 10.5 sacks and five forced fumbles, while also recording six defensive touchdowns. A native of Williamsport, Pa., Joe is a graduate of William & Mary, known for producing presidents and NFL head coaches. It's not even about race. "Hopefully they get it under wraps, and the city can move on and build back up," he said. When was Captain Munnerlyn born? [17] He eventually won the punt return job as well as the primary nickel cornerback spot beating out C. J. Wilson and Sherrod Martin (who was drafted 157 picks before Munnerlyn) by the end of September. Munnerlyn was miffed after Newton hit Curtis Samuel on a long touchdown pass in 7-on-7s on a play Munnerlyn claims would have been blown dead in an actual game. en]{\:]M]g!W&~~LwWwg/\5|nV\)hb=:N&OV#:/_lNtW.&J\uf4iOiS{lUS He figured he had gotten his point across to the new coach. [3], In week 6, head coach Steve Spurrier benched Munnerlyn for the first series of the game against Ole Miss due to Munnerlyn missing class and team weightlifting sessions. She made me go to Sunday Bible school. In Week 7, he set the second fastest touchdown to start a game in team history after he intercepted a pass by Rams quarterback Sam Bradford on the first offensive play of the game and returned it 45 yards for the score, coming 21 seconds into the game; later in the game, he also recovered a fumble by wide receiver Tavon Austin that set up a field goal for the Panthers. Show 14 more transactions Frequently Asked Questions [12] In the same game, Munnerlyn returned a blocked field goal for an 81-yard touchdown. The house features a herringbone patterned entry, custom curved staircase, soaring ceilings, an open chefs kitchen and tasteful, bright finishes throughout. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/reg/free/playerprofiles, McCarthy discusses taking over Cowboys' play-calling, Brett Favre welfare funds scandal explained, Reich says Carr 'checks a lot of boxes' after meeting, Lewan explains why Titans put his things in trash bags. He has done so much for the community, Lee said. His career came shortly after another successful career in the college ranks, where he shined under former South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier. Cynthia Frelund is back with another bunch of projections, rankings and must-read fantasy stats. According to the arrest warrants from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department, the 33-year-old was arrested on Jan. 10 in Lincoln County. Where was Captain Munnerlyn born? Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! We really appreciate how you came in, was a pro and didnt complain about playing time. It was exciting to hear my name get called. He tied for the team lead with two interceptions and tied the team record for interceptions returned for scores in a season as he returned both interception for touchdowns, a record that was previously accomplished by Eric Davis in 1998 and Mike Minter in 2003. I wish them the best. You could hold him in the palm of your hands, said his mother, Evelyn Munnerlyn, who at one point turned a shoe box into his crib. Ben Roethlisberger's working with a stacked Steelers offense, while Matt Ryan's Falcons boast top-level players across the roster -- but neither is No. 1 pick in the NFL draft: Could Chicago do it this year? In 1995, the family had a wake-up call. When he and Gregory, then 15, were driving in a car and saw the guy who allegedly took them, Timothy opened fire. Captain Former Houston Texans linebacker John Simon is heading to Indy on a three-year, $14 million contract. 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