NFC Notes: 49ers, Cardinals, AJ Green, Rams, Sean McVay

49’s

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan mentioned RB Elijah Mitchell (knee) had a powerful coaching week and is predicted to play in Week 18.

“Had a terrific coaching week” Shanahan mentioned via David Bonilla of 49ersWebZone. “He seemed actually good as we speak and I am going to speak to him right here on Friday and Saturday, however I am ready to get him on his toes proper now and I am hoping to play a bit right here on Sunday.”

cardinals

Cardinals WR AJ Green He admitted that he’s contemplating retirement after this season.

“It is a determination I’ve to make with my household, however regardless of the determination is, I am at peace with it.“Inexperienced, team’s website. “I really feel like I’ve caught with this recreation my total profession, I’ve completed every little thing proper, so if it is time for me to go away, I will be prepared.”

Cardinals HC Kliff Kingsbury He praised Inexperienced for being the final word professional and mentioned he embodied what he was in search of as an actor.

“He was a wonderful skilled,mentioned Kingsbury. “I can not say sufficient good issues about him. (He) final 12 months was very productive for us. This 12 months hasn’t been the identical form of playtime for a lot of causes, however he reveals up on daily basis and helps work with these younger gamers, motivates these younger gamers, after which does it proper. If I had a son – which I in all probability by no means will, but when I did – I’d need him to hold himself and deal with different folks like AJ.”

Inexperienced reiterated that he was glad along with his determination if this was actually his final journey.

“You already know me, I am very modest.mentioned Inexperienced. “This recreation is sweet for me, man. So if that is my final, I’ll take pleasure in it after which transfer on to the subsequent chapter of my life.”

Cardinals DE J.J. Watts Expects to play at Week 18 regardless of affected by a groin damage: “I want it did not rain, that may assist… I’ve handled a lot worse issues earlier than.” (darren urban)

coaches

Coach HC Sean McWay He mentioned he was happy with the eye he acquired from TV channels and may even see himself getting into a broadcasting enterprise sooner or later, however is at present specializing in his present position as head coach of Los Angeles: “[I haven’t] To flee the truth that that is one thing I am focused on, sooner or later or each time… However I need to be right here proper now, deal with that, and that is the place I’m.” (Sarah Barshop)

McVay mentioned he was humiliated by the crew’s wrestle this 12 months: “This 12 months has been an expert failure in my view. He was humble. It was exhausting.” (Peter Schrager)
ram OC Liam Coen He confirmed that he had acquired a suggestion from Kentucky, however didn’t say whether or not he was contemplating taking the job. (Jourdan Rodrigue)
Coen added that he needs to complete this season with the Rams and take time to contemplate his choices along with his household.