The Statesman

Stony Brook alums Contressa, Kamara and Morrison sign as UDFAs following NFL Draft

Ethan Tam • May 2, 2021

Three former Seawolves football players — safety Augie Contressa, defensive tackle Sam Kamara and defensive back TJ Morrison — signed contracts with NFL teams as undrafted free agents.

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Former Stony Brook tight end Connor Davis signs with the New York Jets

Ethan Tam • August 17, 2020

On Saturday, Aug. 15, the New York Jets announced the signing of former Stony Brook Football tight end Connor Davis. Davis played a total of 41 games at Stony Brook over five seasons.

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Seawolves hope to catch on in XFL

Andrew Zucker • October 19, 2019

With the XFL draft now in the rearview mirror, three former Stony Brook University football players have found new homes.

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Stony Brook football season preview

Andrew Zucker • August 16, 2019

This year, college football is marking its 150th anniversary, but the Stony Brook Athletic Department has its own milestone achievements that will inspire them to greater heights this season. Welcome to the Wolves Den!

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Chuck Priore brings on additions to coaching staff

Sasha Podzorov • March 27, 2019

Stony Brook Football head coach Chuck Priore finalized his staff for the 2019-2020 season on March 25 with the hirings of Caleb Haynes, Josh Heinrich and Diamond Weaver.

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Shayne Lawless offered workouts from NFL teams

Ethan Tam • March 17, 2019

Stony Brook Football linebacker Shayne Lawless, who completed his senior season in 2018, has received offers to complete private workouts with the New York Giants, New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles.

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Will Tye added to Eagles practice squad

Ethan Tam • November 14, 2018

Stony Brook football alumnus Will Tye will get another chance to play in the NFL after signing to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad on Tuesday, Nov. 14.

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Priore inks deal to remain head coach through 2022

Ethan Tam • November 3, 2018

Director of Athletics Shawn Heilbron announced on Thursday, Nov. 1 that head coach Chuck Priore has agreed to an extension through the 2022 season.

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Five Seawolves get chance to shine following NFL Draft

Gregory Zarb • April 30, 2018

Despite not having any players drafted once again this year, five players have proven their worth to participate on an NFL roster.

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Will Tye reportedly joins New England Patriots practice squad

Tim Oakes • October 12, 2017

Former Stony Brook Football tight end Will Tye joined the New England Patriots practice squad on Thursday.

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Stony Brook alum Will Tye cut from Jets roster

Joseph Konig • October 5, 2017

Stony Brook Football alumnus Will Tye was cut from the New York Jets on Wednesday after playing in three games and catching four passes this season.

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Will Tye embraces his move to the Jets

Gregory Zarb • September 10, 2017

Despite the negative predictions NFL experts and fans are giving the Jets, Tye is not focused on that. He has his sights set on his personal and team goals.

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