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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 head coach Chuck Priore during a game in 2016. EVAN YUSON/STATESMAN FILE

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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Footballs with the Stony Brook Seawolves logo.BRIDGET DOWNES/ STATESMAN FILE

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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Junior linebacker John Haggart (No. 37) and Senior defensive back Jaheem Woods (No. 8) team up to make a tackle in a game against Sacred Heart University

Stony Brook defensive coordinator to coach Wake Forest next season

Kunal Kohli • January 13, 2017
After spending four seasons as defensive coordinator at Stony Brook, Lyle Hemphill will head to Wake Forest to serve as the Demon Deacons’ defensive assistant.
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Junior linebacker John Haggart (No. 37 left) tackles a player in a game agstin Sacred Heart University on Sept. 24. He forced three fumbles and three sacks against Delaware on Oct. 22. ARACELY JIMENEZ/THE STATESMAN

Upon Further Review: Haggart’s big game sparks defensive line

Kunal Kohli • October 23, 2016
Stony Brook’s defensive line is looking a lot better than it was early in the season.
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Ochi looks for his place in NFL

Ochi looks for his place in NFL

Kunal Kohli • October 2, 2016
Stony Brook Football’s all-time sacks leader Victor Ochi made his return to New York after signing with the New York Jets’ practice squad on Sept. 13.
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Ochi joins Jets practice squad following medical clearance

Kunal Kohli • September 13, 2016
Stony Brook Football’s all-time sacks leader Victor Ochi has signed to the New York Jets’ practice squad, according to Jared Fox, one of his agents.
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Football Defensive Season Preview: A return to dominance

Football Defensive Season Preview: A return to dominance

Kunal Kohli • September 8, 2016
After a season of defensive success, there are many questions for Stony Brook Football coming into this season.
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Jets, Ochi do not sign following apparent practice squad agreement

Jets, Ochi do not sign following apparent practice squad agreement

Skyler Gilbert • September 5, 2016
Former Stony Brook Football star Victor Ochi has not signed with the New York Jets, according to a tweet from the team's official account.
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Upon Further Review: No Ochi, no problem

Upon Further Review: No Ochi, no problem

Kunal Kohli • September 4, 2016
The Seawolves held the Fighting Hawks to 177 total yards and forced two turnovers in their 13-9 win against the University of North Dakota.
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Victor Ochi waived in final round of Baltimore Ravens roster cuts

Chris Peraino • September 3, 2016
Victor Ochi, Stony Brook’s all-time career sack leader, was waived from the Baltimore Ravens this Saturday during their final round of preseason cuts, the Ravens announced.
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Tyed up in battle: Former SBU star fights for Giants starting TE job

Tyed up in battle: Former SBU star fights for Giants starting TE job

Tim Oakes • August 28, 2016
Former Stony Brook football star Will Tye has found himself in a positional battle with Giants veteran tight end Larry Donnell.
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