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Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast: Mistake to not draft a WR
After watching the Seahawks' rookie minicamp over the weekend, Michael-Shawn has a question – why didn't Seattle draft a receiver? (To listen to this podcast on your mobile device, click here) Christopher and Michael-Shawn discuss whether Seattle made a mistake in its draft strategy, along with much more from rookie camp. → Read More
Seahawks sign 5 tryout players after rookie minicamp
Receiver Damore'ea Stringfellow, free safety Tevon Mutcherson, center Marcus Henry, tackle Nick Callender and tackle Avery Young officially signed Monday afternoon. → Read More
Seahawks' Bobby Wagner is the face of beef jerky
Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner gives autographs to fans before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer) Bobby Wagner, one of the few familiar faces remaining in the Seahawks defense, has teamed with Oberto Beef Jerky to be the face of the Seattle-based brand. "I spend an enormous amount of time perfecting my… → Read More
Former Seahawk Cliff Avril to co-host local sports radio show
Cliff Avril, unable to continue playing football because of a neck injury suffered in October, will join Sports Radio 950 KJR-AM and co-host "The Jason Puckett and Cliff Avril Show" weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning July 9. → Read More
Pete Carroll: 'We'll see' if Earl Thomas shows up this offseason
Earl Thomas still hasn't shown up to Seattle's offseason workout program. It's voluntary, so the Seahawks free safety isn't required to be there. He also doesn't appear to be only veteran absent from the workouts. Seattle just concluded rookie minicamp, a three-day talent showcase for the nine draft picks, 15 undrafted signees and about 50 tryout prospects. For the returning players, Phase Two… → Read More
Seahawks have a few options if anthem policy changes
NFL owners are scheduled hold their annual spring meetings in Atlanta later this month and they are reportedly considering a policy that would allow individual teams to mandate whether players stand during the national anthem, according to Mark Maske of the Washington Post. → Read More
6 Takeaways from Seahawks rookie minicamp
six takeaways from the Seahawks' rookie minicamp. → Read More
Seahawks' Shaquem Griffin: Stardom was fun, now back to football
RENTON -- Shaquem Griffin was the star of the NFL draft. After being selected by Seattle with the No. 141 overall pick in the fifth round, Griffin was celebrated on every sports media network, playing the leading role in the feel-good story of the weekend. His No. 49 Seahawks jersey reportedly ranked fifth in rookie sales, trailing only Saquon Barkley, Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold and Josh Allen… → Read More
Seahawks sign 15 undrafted free agents, three draft picks
The Seahawks weren't done acquiring young talent just because the NFL draft ended. With 76 of the 90 roster spots filled, Seattle still has room to sign a crop of undrafted free agents. → Read More
Seahawks release Cliff Avril due to neck injury
The Seahawks released defensive end Cliff Avril on Friday with a failed physical designation, perhaps signaling the end of his NFL career. → Read More
Seahawks' reported undrafted free agent signings
The Seahawks weren't done acquiring young talent just because the NFL draft ended. With 76 of the 90 roster spots filled, Seattle still has room to sign a crop of undrafted free agents. → Read More
Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast: How was Seattle's draft?
Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the draft and reveal who will be the best player in this class. → Read More
Did the Seahawks have a strong 2018 draft?
Instead of waiting until three or four years after the NFL draft to decide whether the Seahawks landed a good haul, how about some instant analysis? Thankfully, there are plenty of opinions floating around from draft pundits, and we've gathered them in the gallery above. Here's Seattle's full draft class: San Diego State RB Rashaad Penny (No. 27 overall), USC DE Rasheem Green (No. 79 overall),… → Read More
Meet the Seahawks' 2018 draft class
The Seahawks' 2018 draft had enough drama, twists and turns to be a blockbuster movie -- and it would be way better than "Draft Day." → Read More
Seahawks end draft with QB Alex McGough
The Seahawks concluded the NFL draft Saturday afternoon by picking Florida International quarterback Alex McGough with the 220th overall pick in the seventh round. He's the first quarterback Seattle has drafted since taking Russell Wilson in 2012. In his senior season, McGough (6-3, 218 pounds) completed 65.4 percent of his passes and threw for 2,798 yards and 17 touchdowns against eight… → Read More
Seahawks draft Temple DE Jacob Martin with 6th-round pick
Temple Owls defensive lineman Jacob Martin rushes the pocket during a college football game between the Temple Owls and the Villanova Wildcats on September 9, 2017 at Lincoln Financial Field. With the No. 186 overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, Seattle add another pass-rusher, selecting Temple's Jacob Martin in the sixth round. Martin, Seattle's only pick in the sixth round, had 12 tackles… → Read More
Seattle addresses O-line needs, drafts OT Jamarco Jones
It happened perhaps later than expected, but Seattle addressed its offensive line needs in the fifth round of the NFL draft Saturday, selecting Ohio State's Jamarco Jones at No. 168 overall. "I'm just thankful for the opportunity that the organization and the coaches have given me," Jones said. At 6-foot-4, Jones is considered to be on the short side for an offensive tackle, though at 299 pounds… → Read More
Seahawks trade up, draft punter Michael Dickson in 5th round
After trading up in the fifth round of the NFL draft Saturday, the Seahawks selected punter Michael Dickson of Texas with the No. 149 overall pick. Seattle gave the Denver the 156th pick and the 226th pick in the seventh round to move up and make its fourth selection of the day. A consensus All-American, Dickson won the Ray Guy Award in 2017, which is given to the nation's top punter. In each of… → Read More
Seahawks use fifth-round selection on CB Tre Flowers
Seattle grabbed its first defensive back on the NFL draft at No. 146 overall on Saturday, selecting Tre Flowers of Oklahoma State. A four-year player for the Cowboys, Flowers had 209 solo tackles, four interceptions and four forced fumbles over his career. Listed as a safety in college, Seattle projects the 6-foot-3, 200-pound Flowers as a cornerback, a position of need of additional depth for… → Read More
Family matter: Seahawks draft UCF LB Shaquem Griffin in 5th round
The Seahawks wrote the feel-good story of the 2018 draft and reunited a family in the process. They also got a hell of a player. With the No. 141 overall pick in the NFL draft, Seattle picked Central Florida linebacker Shaquem Griffin. His twin brother, Shaquill, was drafted by Seattle with the 90th overall pick in the 2017 draft. Twin brothers naturally have a bond but the Griffin brothers are… → Read More