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Seahawks | Justin Veltung signs Thu May 23, 06:27 PM
The Seattle Seahawks signed undrafted free-agent WR Justin Veltung (Idaho) to an undisclosed deal Thursday, May 23.
Link to story Seahawks | Percy Harvin to be used in many ways Thu May 23, 12:47 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Percy Harvin will be used similarly to how he was used by the Minnesota Vikings, in a variety of ways. He'll likely line up in the slot as his regular position, but he'll also be utilized outside and could see handoff and kickoff returns. 'I'll be moving around - pretty much all around,' said the 5-foot-11, 184-pound Harvin. 'There'll be a little bit of running back coming up. But right now, we're just trying to get the foundation set, just running the base plays, and we'll see where it goes from there.'
| Footballguys view: Adding Harvin was a brilliant move by the Seahawks. He offers an instant upgrade to the WR corps and should become the favorite target of QB Russell Wilson. We expect the team to move him around the field in order to create mismatches they can exploit. |
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch's hearing delayed Thu May 23, 08:55 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch's hearing to suppress evidence stemming from charges of driving under the influence filed against him has been delayed to July 5.
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Seahawks | Josh Portis released Tue May 21, 02:47 PM
The Seattle Seahawks released QB Josh Portis Tuesday, May 21, following his arrest for driving under the influence earlier this month.
| Footballguys view: Portis was battling for a spot on the depth chart as the team's third QB. With his release it increases the chances that Jerrod Johnson could make the final roster. |
Seahawks | Two limited in OTAs Tue May 21, 12:43 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Christine Michael (hamstring) and CB Tharold Simon (foot) were limited in organized team activities Monday, May 20. RB Robert Turbin had the chance to take first-team repetitions with RB Marshawn Lynch a no-show.
| Footballguys view: Turbin is leading the competition for the team's RB2 right now. Michael will be strong competition for the spot but he needs to first get healthy. Durability issues kept Michael from playing up to his potential in college at Texas A&M. Michael has starter's ability if he can stay healthy and get an opportunity. |
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Seahawks | Cliff Avril hurting Tue May 21, 12:00 PM
Seattle Seahawks DL Cliff Avril (foot) is expected to start running later this week, but head coach Pete Carroll said Avril is hurting. Carroll said Avril won't be able to practice for 'another couple weeks at least.'
| Footballguys view: The team added Avril in free agency and will monitor him closely before and during training camp. They need Avril even more now that DE Bruce Irvin has been suspended four games for violating the league's substance abuse policy. |
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Seahawks | Russell Wilson more advanced Tue May 21, 11:05 AM
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said QB Russell Wilson is a million miles ahead of where he was last year. 'He threw a couple of balls today, things that we talked about over the offseason that he'd like to take a shot at, and he did it today just to see what would happen with full awareness of why he was doing it,' Carroll said.
| Footballguys view: Nothing but good news here. Wilson has improved weapons around him this year as the team traded for star WR Percy Harvin. That makes the Seahawks passing game even more deadly and should help Wilson avoid the sophomore slump. |
Seahawks | Doug Baldwin impressing Tue May 21, 08:36 AM
Seattle Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin looks quick and explosive in OTAs. He looks to be fully healthy after a disappointing sophomore season.
| Footballguys view: Baldwin is the fourth receiver on the depth chart behind Percy Harvin, Sidney Rice, and Golden Tate. He'll have to continue to impress if he wants to beat out rookie Chris Harper. |
Seahawks | Anthony McCoy carted off Tue May 21, 08:30 AM
Seattle Seahawks TE Anthony McCoy (ankle) was carted off the field Monday, May 20, with an ankle injury.
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Seahawks | Josh Portis was not arrested Mon May 20, 09:32 PM
Updating a previous report, Seattle Seahawks QB Josh Portis was not arrested for anything at all, according to a tweet from his agent.
Link to story Seahawks | Cliff Avril sits out Mon May 20, 05:17 PM
Seattle Seahawks DE Cliff Avril (foot) did not participate in organized team activities Monday, May 20, because of a plantar fascia issue. Head coach Pete Carroll said the team is monitoring the situation and will hold Avril out for a few weeks.
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch not at workout Mon May 20, 05:16 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch was not present during organized team activities Monday, May 20.
| Footballguys view: These OTAs are considered voluntary. Lynch is likely working out on his own and should be in attendance when voluntary camp begins. |
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Seahawks | Christine Michael expected to compete for backup role Mon May 20, 04:53 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Christine Michael is expected to battle with RB Robert Turbin for the backup duties to RB Marshawn Lynch this year. Michael is expected to see plenty of action. 'He's our kind of runner,' general manager John Schneider said this month. 'He's a tough, intense, up-field, one-cut guy. A very good football player.'
| Footballguys view: Michael is one of the more intriguing rookie RBs from this draft class. Multiple leg injuries held him back during his college career at Texas A&M. If healthy Michael is a high energy runner with good burst and short area quickness. He may never get his long speed back and was getting caught from behind at the Shrine Game earlier this year. |
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Seahawks | Josh Portis arrested Mon May 20, 04:08 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Josh Portis was arrested May 5, and has been charged with driving while intoxicated. He is scheduled to be arraigned Tuesday, May 28.
| Footballguys view: This won't help his chances of making the final roster. Portis is an incredibly athletic QB with a strong arm. He's competing with Jerrod Johnson to be the third-string QB behind Russell Wilson and Brady Quinn. |
Seahawks | Make pair of roster moves Mon May 20, 02:47 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have re-signed TE Darren Fells to a multi-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed. The team also released LS Adam Steiner.
Link to story Seahawks | Christine Michael signed Mon May 20, 02:45 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have signed second-round draft choice RB Christine Michael (Texas A&M) to a multi-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Michael is an intriguing prospect to keep an eye on in dynasty leagues. He's an aggressive runner and his legs churn like pistons when running between the tackles. He'll compete with Robert Turbin to be the primary backup behind Marshawn Lynch in 2013. Michael has starting level talent but will have to wait for an opportunity. |
Seahawks | Bruce Irvin suspended Fri May 17, 04:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks DE Bruce Irvin has been suspended four games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs.
| Footballguys view: Irvin will be able to compete in training camp and preseason with the team. Once the regular season begins he'll have to stay away until week five. The Seahawks are deep enough to withstand the loss because they added free agent pass rushers Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett earlier this year. |
Seahawks | Spencer Ware contract details Fri May 17, 04:03 PM
Updating a previous report, the Seattle Seahawks signed RB Spencer Ware to a $2.257 million deal, including a $97,432 bonus Thursday, May 16.
Link to story Seahawks | Spencer Ware signs Thu May 16, 06:43 PM
The Seattle Seahawks signed RB Spencer Ware, their sixth-round draft pick, to a multi-year deal Thursday, May 16.
| Footballguys view: Ware is your classic banger between the tackles. He can be used effectively to pick up short yardage situations and can line up at fullback as well. |
Seahawks | Make roster moves Mon May 13, 07:35 PM
The Seattle Seahawks signed TE Victor Marshall (British Columbia) and DE Benson Mayowa (Idaho) Monday, May 13. Terms of the deals were not disclosed.
Link to story Seahawks | Release Ramon Buchanan Mon May 13, 07:35 PM
The Seattle Seahawks released LB Ramon Buchanan Monday, May 13.
Link to story Seahawks | Five draft choices signed Fri May 10, 03:00 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have signed fourth-round draft choice WR Chris Harper, fifth-round draft choices DT Jesse Williams and TE Luke Willson, and seventh-round draft choices OG Ryan Seymour and C Jared Smith to multi-year deals. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Harper is the player to watch here. He was impressive at the Senior Bowl where he didn't drop a single pass all week during practice. Harper reminds some in the scouting community of a young Anquan Boldin (49ers) because of his size and run after the catch ability. |
Seahawks | Ty Powell signs Fri May 10, 11:55 AM
The Seattle Seahawks signed seventh-round pick DE Ty Powell to a $2.209 million deal that includes a $49,432 signing bonus.
Link to story Seahawks | Jordan Hill signs Fri May 10, 11:35 AM
The Seattle Seahawks signed third-round pick DT Jordan T. Hill to a $2.76 million deal that includes a $544,140 signing bonus.
Link to story Seahawks | Greg Scruggs could miss 2013 season Thu May 9, 08:33 PM
Seattle Seahawks DE Greg Scruggs (knee) suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament before the 2013 NFL Draft and could miss the entire season. He is scheduled to undergo surgery this week.
Link to story Seahawks | Darren Fells cut Wed May 8, 05:14 PM
The Seattle Seahawks cut TE Darren Fells Wednesday, April 8.
Link to story Seahawks | Will try Jared Smith at center Fri May 3, 02:18 PM
Seattle Seahawks offensive line coach Tom Cable said the team will see if OL Jared Smith can play center during offseason workouts. Smith played at defensive tackle during his college career.
Link to story Seahawks | Two candidates for punt return duties Sun Apr 28, 03:20 PM
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said WR Golden Tate will be given the first opportunity to earn the punt return duties. RB Christine Michael will also be given the chance to earn the role.
| Footballguys view: With the addition of Percy Harvin, this is one of the ways that Tate can increase his contribution to the team, since he'll be getting fewer snaps and target on offense. That Michael can return punts at 220 pounds shows you just how dynamic he is. |
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Seahawks | Jared Smith expected to change positions Sun Apr 28, 03:17 PM
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll indicated the team will be moving DT Jared Smith to offensive guard.
Link to story Seahawks | Will use Spencer Ware as FB Sun Apr 28, 03:15 PM
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said the team will be grooming RB Spencer Ware as a fullback but could also be used as a running back at times.
| Footballguys view: Ware has a lot of speed and good receiving ability out of the backfield. He might not be totally done as a running back, but this develop certainly hurts his prospects as a deep dynasty sleeper. |
Seahawks | Jesse Williams will compete for playing time Sun Apr 28, 03:03 PM
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said DT Jesse Williams will compete for playing time on early downs as a run stuffer.
| Footballguys view: Williams was considered a first-round prospect by some, but rumors of a knee issue circulated during the draft as he fell to the fifth-round. As usual, the rich get richer. |
Seahawks | Several UDFAs agree to terms Sun Apr 28, 12:54 AM
The Seattle Seahawks agreed to terms with undrafted free agents WR Matt Austin, OT Alvin Bailey, DE Kenneth Boatright, LB Ramon Buchanan, LB John Lotulelei, SS Ray Polk, G Jordon Roussos and RB Dominique Whaley Saturday, April 27.
Link to story Seahawks | JaJuan Harley added Sat Apr 27, 11:49 PM
The Seattle Seahawks signed undrafted free-agent S JaJuan Harley (Middle Tennessee) Saturday, April 27.
Link to story Seahawks | Craig Wilkins signed Sat Apr 27, 11:00 PM
The Seattle Seahawks signed undrafted free agent LB Craig Wilkins (Old Dominion) Saturday, April 27.
Link to story Seahawks | Christine Michael selected 62nd overall Fri Apr 26, 08:36 PM
The Seattle Seahawks selected Texas A&M RB Christine Michael with the 62nd overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.
| Footballguys view: Michael is a fast running back with durability issues. He is probably no more than a change of pace back for Marshawn Lynch. |
Seahawks | Tyrann Mathieu missed meeting Fri Apr 26, 04:59 PM
Louisiana State CB Tyrann Mathieu missed a meeting with the Seattle Seahawks earlier in the week because of an illness.
Link to story Seahawks | Jerrod Johnson signed Wed Apr 24, 07:23 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have signed free-agent QB Jerrod Johnson (Steelers). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Seahawks | Kam Chancellor contract update Wed Apr 24, 10:05 AM
Updating a previous item, Seattle Seahawks SS Kam Chancellor received a $5 million signing bonus as part of his recent contract extension. His base salary guarantees are $2.825 million, $4.725 million and $4.45 million, and he has a total of $17 million in guaranteed money.
Link to storyKam Chancellor player page
Seahawks | Kam Chancellor underwent surgeries Mon Apr 22, 05:28 PM
Seattle Seahawks SS Kam Chancellor (ankles) said he underwent surgeries this offseason to remove bone spurs in each ankle. He is able to run and cut at this point.
Link to storyKam Chancellor player page
Seahawks | Kam Chancellor extension update Mon Apr 22, 03:43 PM
Updating a previous report, the Seattle Seahawks have signed SS Kam Chancellor to a five-year extension worth $35 million. The deal includes $17 million in guaranteed money.
Link to storyKam Chancellor player page
Seahawks | Kam Chancellor getting extension Mon Apr 22, 03:28 PM
The Seattle Seahawks are believed to have signed SS Kam Chancellor to a five-year contract extension.
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Seahawks | Two to compete for PK job Sat Apr 20, 01:44 PM
Seattle Seahawks PK Steven Hauschka and Carson Wiggs will compete for the kicker job during training camp.
Link to storySteve Hauschka player page
Seahawks | Steven Hauschka re-signed Fri Apr 19, 04:53 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have re-signed free-agent PK Steven Hauschka. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storySteve Hauschka player page
Seahawks | Tony McDaniel expected to see time on early downs Thu Apr 18, 03:44 PM
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said DT Tony McDaniel likely will be used as a run-stuffing defensive tackle on early downs next season.
Link to storyTony McDaniel player page
Seahawks | Bruce Irvin could see time at LB Thu Apr 18, 03:40 PM
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider is not ruling out the possibility of using DE Bruce Irvin at outside linebacker at times next season.
| Footballguys view: Irvin is a pass rush specialist who can line up all over the field. It won't surprise us to see him used in multiple ways this season. |
Seahawks | Cliff Avril could be used at OLB Thu Apr 18, 03:33 PM
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said DE Cliff Avril could be used as a strongside linebacker next season because he played the position when he was in college.
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Seahawks | Chris Clemons doing well in rehab Thu Apr 18, 03:32 PM
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said trainers have told him DE Chris Clemons (knee) is doing very well in his rehab from a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Schneider said he is not sure if Clemons will have to go on the Physically Unable to Perform list.
| Footballguys view: Clemons could start the season on the PUP list if he needs more time to rehab from his late season knee injury. In the meantime the Seahawks will turn to Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett to get pressure from the DE position. |
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Seahawks | Cooper Taylor visits Thu Apr 18, 02:23 PM
The Seattle Seahawks visited with University of Richmond SS Cooper Taylor.
Link to story Seahawks | Antoine Winfield contract update Thu Apr 18, 10:59 AM
Seattle Seahawks CB Antoine Winfield's contract with the team is for one year and $2 million, plus $1 million in 'not likely to be earned' incentives, according to a source.
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Seahawks | More on Dexter Davis Wed Apr 17, 09:40 PM
Updating a previous report, the Seattle Seahawks waived DE Dexter Davis due to a failed physical.
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