James Casey

James Casey

39-Year-Old Tight EndTE
 Free Agent  
2023 Fantasy Outlook
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$Released by the Broncos in October of 2015.
TEFree Agent
October 10, 2015
The Broncos released Casey on Saturday, Aaron Wilson of the Baltimore Sun reports.
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Casey was active for three games this year but did not record any statistics. He was removed from the roster to open up a spot for Derek Wolfe, who is returning from a suspension.
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Height
6' 3"
 
Weight
240 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.66 sec
 
Shuttle Time
4.48 sec
 
Cone Drill
7.00 sec
 
Vertical Jump
36.0 in
 
Broad Jump
116 in
 
Bench Press
28 reps
 
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Casey set career-highs with 34 catches on 45 targets for 330 yards and three touchdowns for the Texans in 2012, and things looked up after he joined the Eagles the following season. However, he barely played on offense, catching just six catches on nine targets for 90 yards in the last two years combined. He joined the Broncos to help fill the void left by Julius Thomas, though Owen Daniels is the clear top tight end on the depth chart, and Casey also sits behind blocking-first tight end Virgil Green.
After a career year in his final season Houston in 2012 (34 catches for 330 yards and three scores), Casey took his talents to Lincoln Financial Field in Philadephia, only to see his role shrink drastically, procuring a mere three receptions for 31 yards in 15 games in 2013. With Brent Celek the primary receiving tight end and sophomore Zach Ertz representing the future at the position for the Eagles, the 29-year-old Casey will have a difficult time cracking the regular rotation.
Casey has the ability to catch passes from the TE spot and out of the backfield. He could be an intriguing pass-catching option for new Eagles coach Chip Kelly.
Casey made the complete transition to full back in 2011, beginning the season as the team's starter before suffering an injury mid-season. At that point, Lawrence Vickers took over and stayed there even when Casey was healthy again. The team loves his work ethic and IQ, but there are fullbacks out there that block better than Casey. Even though Vickers left in free agency, Casey is not a lock as the starter. Moran Norris was brought in during the offseason and the two will vie for the job.
Casey will get the first crack at the starting fullback job after Vonta Leach left in free agency for Baltimore. For the past two seasons, Casey's been blocked from serious playing time at a crowded tight end spot. As a receiver by trade, he has pass-catching ability and the Texans utilize their fullback in the passing game as much as any team. It all comes to down to how Casey handles blocking assignments. Houston added a little competition for Casey in the form of Lawrence Vickers, a veteran who's played the last five seasons with the Browns.
Casey enters preseason the lone healthy and experienced tight end on the roster, but he wasn't a big factor on offense in 2009. He strained a hamstring during organized team activities, but will be ready to go by training camp. He has a lot to learn if he's going to gain a bigger role -- and needs to work on his blocking -- but his value depends on the recovery of Owen Daniels (knee) and Joel Dreessen (shoulder, ankle).
The Texans like Casey's athleticism and vow to find a spot for him on the field. He's played a few positions in college, including quarterback, but he lined up at tight end in organized team activities and is a lock to be a regular on special teams. He'll need to work on his blocking, before he can showcase some of his skills as a pass-catcher and runner.
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TEDenver Broncos
April 11, 2015
Casey agreed to a one-year deal with the Broncos on Saturday.
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TEFree Agent
February 19, 2015
The Eagles have released Casey, the team's official site reports.
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TEPhiladelphia Eagles
February 2, 2014
Casey caught three passes for 31 yards during the 2013 season.
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TEPhiladelphia Eagles
Groin
October 20, 2013
Casey (groin) is active for Sunday's game against Dallas.
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TEPhiladelphia Eagles
Groin
October 18, 2013
Casey (groin) is probable for Sunday's game against Dallas.
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