FA Stages 9-10 complete

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stages 11 and 12 are tomorrow at 1:30 pm PST

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Ogres Sign Veteran TE Ryan Tate to 3-Year Deal

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The Horsetooth Ogres have added much-needed experience to their tight end room, signing 7-year veteran Ryan Tate to a 3-year, $11.49M contract.

Tate arrives as a steady, assignment-sound veteran whose biggest impact may come off the stat sheet. Team officials say he was brought in specifically to mentor young tight ends Mathis and Blair, giving the group a dependable leader who understands the details of the position.

Known for his professionalism and reliability, Tate is expected to contribute in multiple roles — tight sets, situational downs, and special teams — while helping guide two promising young players through their early development.

A calm, stabilizing signing as the Ogres continue reinforcing their foundation

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Ogres Take a Developmental Swing, Sign C Malachi Dorash to 2-Year Deal

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The Horsetooth Ogres have added a developmental piece to their offensive line, signing center Malachi Dorash to a 2-year, $4.99M contract.

Dorash enters his third season and remains a raw but intriguing prospect. Coaches believe his physical tools give him a legitimate chance to grow into a future starter — but he’ll need a strong showing in training camp to climb the depth chart. The team sees this offseason as a critical evaluation window.

According to team officials, Dorash will be given every opportunity to prove himself, and if his development trends upward, he could become the Ogres’ long-term answer at center.

For now, Dorash arrives as a project player — but one with upside, and one the staff is eager to work with as the rebuild continues.

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Ogres Add Experienced Depth, Sign DT Manuel Benson to 2-Year Deal

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The Horsetooth Ogres have bolstered their defensive line with the signing of 5-year veteran defensive tackle Manuel Benson, agreeing to a 2-year, $7.99M contract.

Benson brings much-needed experience to the interior rotation. Known for his strong run-defense ability and solid pass-rush technique, he arrives as a dependable depth addition who can stabilize the middle when called upon. While he isn’t expected to start, his veteran presence gives the Ogres a trustworthy option to keep the defensive front fresh and physical.

Team officials believe Benson’s skill set fits well with their defensive philosophy, and his steady approach makes him a safe, reliable plug-in player for a unit that struggled with consistency last season.

A smart depth signing as the Ogres continue reinforcing the trenches.

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Ogres Sign Punter Abel Durnwith to 2-Year Deal

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The Horsetooth Ogres have secured their punting game for the near future, re-signing veteran punter Abel Durnwith to a 2-year, $6.49M contract.

Now entering his 5th season, Durnwith isn’t known for booming distance, but he brings two qualities the Ogres value highly on special teams: hang time and the ability to pin opponents deep. His control and consistency make him a field-position weapon, especially in tight, defensive games.

Coaches trust Durnwith’s feel for situational punting and see him as a steady presence for a young and evolving roster. While the Ogres continue to rebuild key areas of the team, having a reliable specialist like Durnwith locks down one of the most underrated phases of the game.

A quiet but important signing for a team looking to win the hidden-yardage battles.