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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch runs better in postseason Tue Jan 27, 04:12 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch averages more yards per carry and yards after contact (5.00, 2.67) during the postseason than during the regular season (4.41, 2.01).
| Footballguys view: Lynch is a powerful runner who gets stronger as the game--and the season--goes on. It's not surprising to see his postseason performances given how tough he is to contend with during the regular season. |
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Seahawks | Earl Thomas expects to lean on teammates Mon Jan 26, 01:58 PM
Seattle Seahawks FS Earl Thomas (shoulder) said he won't miss the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots with a dislocated shoulder, but he also admitted that it won't be a normal game for him as he plays through the injury. Thomas is unsure if he'll need to have surgery this offseason for his injury. 'My mindset is I have an opportunity to really trust my teammates,' Thomas said. 'This is the first game I'm going to have to trust them because of my injury. So I really, really, really trust my teammates, and that's what I'm banking on, my teammates doing what they need to do and I need to come through myself.'
| Footballguys view: We're expecting Thomas to be limited leading up to the Super Bowl on Sunday. The team won't want to push him too much in practice and re-aggravate the injury. |
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Seahawks | Seattle Seahawks struggles against TEs Mon Jan 26, 01:51 PM
New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski could cause a problem for the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl XLIX, because the Seahawks defense allowed 11 touchdowns to tight ends this season, which was third most in the NFL. Gronkowski led the Patriots in touchdown catches during the regular season.
| Footballguys view: The weak spot (yes, there is a weak spot) for the Seahawks defense is up the middle. Every team struggles with Rob Gronkowski, but he could be the difference maker for the Patriots offense. His ability to attack the deep middle seam will help open things up for Tom Brady and the passing game. |
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Seahawks | Byron Maxwell expected to be FA priority Sat Jan 24, 11:57 AM
Seattle Seahawks impending free-agent CB Byron Maxwell is expected to be one of the players the team wants to re-sign this offseason, according to general manager John Schneider.
| Footballguys view: The Seahawks want to keep their secondary together if at all possible. Opposing quarterbacks have targeted Maxwell often as they tend to stay away from Richard Sherman's side of the field. He'll be one of the best free agent corners on the market if he's able to explore his options. Seattle is already paying Sherman $40 million guaranteed and an annual average salary of $14 million. It may prove to be difficult to find enough money for Maxwell. |
Seahawks | Earl Thomas expected to play Fri Jan 23, 08:58 PM
Seattle Seahawks FS Earl Thomas (shoulder) will play in the Super Bowl, head coach Pete Carroll said Friday, Jan. 23.
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch probable for Super Bowl Fri Jan 23, 07:54 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) practiced in full Friday, Jan. 23, and is probable for the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots.
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Seattle Seahawks FS Earl Thomas (shoulder) is listed as questionable for the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. DE Michael Bennett (non-injury), OT Justin Britt (knee), LS Clint Gresham (neck), CB Richard Sherman (elbow) and OG J.R. Sweezy (ankle) are probable. Sweezy did not practice Friday, Jan. 23. Thomas was limited, while the others practiced in full.
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch sits out of practice Thu Jan 22, 07:39 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) sat out of practice for the second straight day Thursday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Let's get to next week before we start getting concerned about Lynch being out of practice. Nothing to see here people. |
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Seahawks | Thursday practice report for Super Bowl bye week Thu Jan 22, 07:39 PM
Seattle Seahawks OG J.R. Sweezy (ankle) and FS Earl Thomas (shoulder) did not practice Thursday, Jan. 22. DE Michael Bennett (non-injury), OT Justin Britt (knee), LS Clint Gresham (neck) and CB Richard Sherman (elbow) practiced in full.
Link to storyMichael Bennett player page
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Richard Sherman player page
J.R. Sweezy player page
Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch levied multiple fines Thu Jan 22, 09:48 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch was fined $20,000 Thursday, Jan. 22, for an obscene gesture he made after scoring a touchdown in the NFC Championship game, according to an NFL official. He's also subject to a fine for not speaking to the media after the game, and the league is considering fining him significantly more than the $50,000 he has been previously fined for not speaking to reporters. An NFL official said there would be increasing fines if Lynch misses sessions during Super Bowl week, with each fine being more than the two $50,000 fines already imposed and the upcoming penalty.
| Footballguys view: Of course he was. He should send a cake to the Patriots because this would be a bigger story this week and the next if it wasn't for a bunch of balls being under-inflated. It's long been thought Lynch might have some sort of anxiety issue and he might need more help from the NFL and his team. The guy is clearly uncomfortable in front of the press and yet he gets tossed out there with little support from either entity. Expect more of the same next week. |
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch in rarified playoff air Wed Jan 21, 07:40 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch is one of just seven NFL players in history that have rushed for more than 100 yards in five or more playoff games, joining Terrell Davis, Emmitt Smith, John Riggins, Thurman Thomas, Marcus Allen and Franco Harris. Lynch is averaging 94.3 yards in his last seven playoff games. He also leads the league in 100-yard games over the last four years with 24, one more than Houston Texans RB Arian Foster.
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Seahawks | Russell Wilson set for big payday Wed Jan 21, 07:38 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has a base salary of $662,434 this season, which is 25th among starting NFL quarterbacks. However, he will negotiate a contract extension this offseason that will make him one of the highest paid players in the league. A multi-year deal for Wilson is expected to be above $20 million per year with more than $50 million guaranteed. He is already the first player in NFL history to reach two Super Bowls in his first three seasons.
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Seahawks | Richard Sherman to practice in brace Wed Jan 21, 04:10 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Richard Sherman (elbow) said he will practice in a brace, but should not have any limitations on gameday.
| Footballguys view: Sherman's going to be limited between now and the Super Bowl. Expect him to start in the game against the Patriots. |
Richard Sherman player page
Seahawks | Richard Sherman feeling better Wed Jan 21, 03:07 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Richard Sherman (elbow) said his elbow is still a little sore, but it is feeling better.
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch sits Wed Jan 21, 02:03 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 21.
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Seahawks | Wednesday practice report for Super Bowl bye week Wed Jan 21, 01:38 PM
Seattle Seahawks DE Michael Bennett (not injury related), LS Clint Gresham (neck), OG J.R. Sweezy (ankle) and S Earl Thomas (shoulder) all did not practice Wednesday, Jan. 21. OT Justin Britt (knee) and CB Richard Sherman (elbow) both fully practiced.
Link to storyMichael Bennett player page
Earl Thomas player page
Richard Sherman player page
J.R. Sweezy player page
Seahawks | Richard Sherman has sprained elbow Mon Jan 19, 03:35 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Richard Sherman (elbow) suffered a sprained elbow during the NFC Championship game, according to a source, but should be able to play in the Super Bowl.
| Footballguys view: Our very own Dr. Jene Bramel says this injury is tough to play through, but Sherman should be able to play in the big game. Expect the Seahawks to limit Sherman leading up to Super Sunday so they don't aggravate the injury. |
Richard Sherman player page
Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch mulling retirement? Mon Jan 19, 01:59 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch may consider retirement if the Seahawks win the Super Bowl, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Lynch has reportedly told people in private that he may simply just walk away from the game.
| Footballguys view: Lynch marches to the beat of his own drum. It wouldn't shock us if he rushes for over 1,000 yards again in 2015 or retires and never plays football again. Dynasty owners should have already been prepared for both scenarios. |
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Seahawks | Earl Thomas has dislocated shoulder Mon Jan 19, 12:52 PM
Seattle Seahawks FS Earl Thomas (shoulder), who is dealing with a dislocated shoulder, said he will play in the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots.
| Footballguys view: Our very own Dr. Jene Bramel acknowledges that Thomas should be ready in time for the Super Bowl. Thomas is going to be very limited as he deals with this painful injury. |
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Seahawks | Richard Sherman, Earl Thomas to have MRIs Mon Jan 19, 12:17 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Richard Sherman (elbow) and FS Earl Thomas (shoulder) will both undergo MRI exams Monday, Jan. 19, after being injured in the NFC Championship game Sunday, Jan. 18. However, both Sherman and Thomas said they will play in the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. The preliminary diagnosis for Sherman was a sprain, but doctors were concerned he might have a nerve impingement, according to a source.
Link to storyEarl Thomas player page
Richard Sherman player page
Seahawks | Seattle open to Marshawn Lynch returning Mon Jan 19, 10:16 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch is expected to return in 2015 with the team more than open to bringing him back at a $5 million salary. 'Mainly because he actually has outperformed his contract and clearly established himself as the identity of this team,' NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said on NFL Gameday Morning. 'Basically, they don't have a choice based on the way he plays to bring him back.'
| Footballguys view: Lynch is the centerpiece of the Seattle offense. They do have a couple of interesting young backs (Robert Turbin, Christine Michael) behind him, but we can't imagine Lynch getting dumped for salary reasons. |
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Seahawks | Richard Sherman expects to be fine Sun Jan 18, 11:02 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Richard Sherman (elbow) suffered an elbow injury in the NFC Championship Game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 18, but he said after the win that he expects to be fine for the Super Bowl. 'I'll be 100 percent to play,' Sherman said.
| Footballguys view: Sherman wouldn't miss the Super Bowl for anything. He'll be given some time off to heal, and the Seahawks will monitor him closely as he deals with this injury. |
Richard Sherman player page
Seahawks | Earl Thomas returns after injuring shoulder Sun Jan 18, 04:36 PM
Seattle Seahawks FS Earl Thomas (shoulder) briefly left the NFC Championship Game Sunday, Jan. 18, after injuring his left shoulder while tackling Green Bay Packers WR Randall Cobb. He returned to the game wearing a shoulder brace.
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Seahawks | Week 20 Inactives Sun Jan 18, 01:50 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have declared QB B.J. Daniels, TE Cooper Helfet, DL David King, SS Jeron Johnson, OT Justin Britt, OL Keavon Milton, CB Marcus Burley inactive for Week 20.
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Seahawks | Justin Britt a game-time decision Sat Jan 17, 07:05 PM
Seattle Seahawks OT Justin Britt (knee) will be a game-time decision for the NFC Championship Game Sunday, Jan. 18.
Link to story Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch probable against Packers Fri Jan 16, 05:12 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) practiced in full for the second straight day Friday, Jan. 16, and is probable for the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 18.
| Footballguys view: Lynch is going to be ready to rock against the Packers on Sunday. They'll use him to soften up the Packers defense early and often. |
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Seahawks | Friday injury report for championship weekend Fri Jan 16, 05:07 PM
Seattle Seahawks OT Justin Britt (knee) and S Jeron Johnson (elbow) are questionable for the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 18. DE Michael Bennett (non-injury), DT Tony McDaniel (shoulder), TE Tony Moeaki (calf), CB Tharold Simon (illness) and C Max Unger (ankle) are probable. Simon didn't practice Friday, Jan. 16. Britt was limited, while the others practiced in full.
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Michael Bennett player page
Tony Moeaki player page
Jeron Johnson player page
Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch back at practice Thu Jan 15, 07:33 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (non-injury) returned to a full practice Thursday, Jan. 15, after sitting out Wednesday, Jan. 14.
| Footballguys view: Lynch is the battering ram for the Seattle offense. They'll be leaning on him in the NFC Championship Game against the Packers on Sunday. |
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Seahawks | Thursday practice report for championship weekend Thu Jan 15, 07:31 PM
Seattle Seahawks DE Michael Bennett (non-injury), OT Justin Britt (knee), S Jeron Johnson (elbow), DT Tony McDaniel (shoulder), TE Tony Moeaki (calf) and C Max Unger (ankle) practiced in full Thursday, Jan. 15.
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Michael Bennett player page
Tony Moeaki player page
Jeron Johnson player page
Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch sits out Wednesday Wed Jan 14, 08:04 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (rest) was sitting out of practice Wednesday, Jan. 14.
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Seahawks | Wednesday practice report for championship weekend Wed Jan 14, 08:01 PM
Seattle Seahawks DE Michael Bennett (non-injury), OT Justin Britt (knee) and DT Tony McDaniel (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday, Jan. 14. S Jeron Johnson (elbow) and TE Tony Moeaki (calf) practiced in full.
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Michael Bennett player page
Tony Moeaki player page
Jeron Johnson player page
Seahawks | Paul Richardson to IR Tue Jan 13, 07:28 AM
Seattle Seahawks WR Paul Richardson (knee) was placed on season-ending injured reserve Monday, Jan. 12.
| Footballguys view: A sad way for Richardson's rookie season to end. Richardson had a history of knee problems while in college at Colorado, and this injury could prevent him from being ready at the start of the 2015 season. His dynasty upside certainly takes a hit here. After so many knee problems, Richardson may never fully be able to develop into the player he could have been as a pro. |
Paul Richardson player page
Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch likes scoring at home Mon Jan 12, 11:51 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch has scored 11 of his 13 rushing touchdowns at home this season, including two in a Week 1 win over the Green Bay Packers.
| Footballguys view: The Packers are going to have their hands full with Lynch. He's the centerpiece of the Seahawks offense, and Lynch will be used to grind down the Packers defense. |
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Seahawks | Michael Zimmer back on practice squad Mon Jan 12, 06:44 PM
The Seattle Seahawks re-signed LB Michael Zimmer to their practice squad Monday, Jan. 12.
Link to story Seahawks | Tony Moeaki expected to play Mon Jan 12, 06:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks TE Tony Moeaki (calf) is expected to play in the NFC Championship game after missing the Divisional Round playoff game because of a calf injury.
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Seahawks | Byron Maxwell should be able to play Mon Jan 12, 04:31 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Byron Maxwell (illness) is expected to be fine for the NFC Championship game versus the Green Bay Packers this weekend. Head coach Pete Carroll said it seems that Maxwell has recovered from an illness he suffered last week.
Link to story Seahawks | Byron Maxwell's status uncertain Mon Jan 12, 01:41 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Byron Maxwell's (illness) status for the NFC Championship game is uncertain, because he was not able to catch his breath during the Divisional Round playoff game.
Link to story Seahawks | Max Unger expected to be fine Mon Jan 12, 01:40 PM
Seattle Seahawks C Max Unger (ankle) looks to be fine after leaving the Divisional Round playoff game because of an ankle injury. Unger initially thought the injury was the same one that kept him out of multiple games earlier in the season, but the injury appears to be a different injury and a less severe one.
Link to story Seahawks | Kevin Norwood to have bigger role? Mon Jan 12, 12:24 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Kevin Norwood will likely have a bigger role in the offense after the season-ending injury to WR Paul Richardson (knee). Norwood had nine catches for 102 yards this year, but he was inactive for the teams' divisional round win.
| Footballguys view: Norwood is a good player who runs strong routes and has very good hands. He's quicker than fast, and Norwood could develop into a strong pro. |
Seahawks | Doug Baldwin likely for kickoff duties Mon Jan 12, 12:23 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin will likely take over the kickoff duties in the playoffs with WR Paul Richardson (knee) done for the rest of the year.
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Seahawks | Torn ACL for Paul Richardson Sun Jan 11, 06:34 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Paul Richardson (knee) will miss the remainder of the playoffs and could miss the start of next season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the divisional round of the playoffs Saturday, Jan. 10.
| Footballguys view: Bad news for the rookie receiver here. He missed the 2012 season at Colorado with a knee injury, and Richardson was known to have durability issues in college before that. We'll see if he can come back at some time next year. The Seahawks could put him on PUP at the beginning of the 2015 season. |
Paul Richardson player page
Seahawks | Hold tryouts for three players Sun Jan 11, 07:20 AM
The Seattle Seahawks held tryouts for DL Shawn Lemon, QB Dominique Davis and CB Keon Lyn earlier this week. DT Delvin Breaux was also in for a visit but did not work out.
| Footballguys view: Davis is an interesting prospect to monitor, but only in the deepest of deep dynasty leagues. He's athletic and has a strong arm, but Davis needs to work on being more accurate. |
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Seahawks | Russell Wilson tosses three scores Sat Jan 10, 11:39 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson threw for 268 yards and three scores and ran for 22 yards in a 31-17 victory over the Carolina Panthers in the divisional-round playoff game Saturday, Jan. 10.
| Footballguys view: Wilson was able to have his way with the Panthers secondary on Saturday night. Now, Seattle gets to host the NFC Championship next Sunday. |
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Seahawks | Paul Richardson suffers knee injury Sat Jan 10, 10:22 PM
Seattle Seahawks WR Paul Richardson (knee) left the divisional-round playoff game against the Carolina Panthers Saturday, Jan. 10, with a knee injury and is doubtful to return.
| Footballguys view: Bad news for the rookie WR here. Richardson had a history of severe knee problems in college at Colorado. Hopefully, he's avoided any sort of major injury. Stay tuned to the news here at Footballguys for the latest. |
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Seahawks | Byron Maxwell exits game Sat Jan 10, 08:59 PM
Seattle Seahawks CB Byron Maxwell (undisclosed) left the divisional-round playoff game against the Carolina Panthers because of shortness of breath Saturday, Jan. 10, but is expected to return.
Link to story Seahawks | Week 19 Inactives Sat Jan 10, 06:56 PM
The Seattle Seahawks have declared SS Jeron Johnson, OL Keavon Milton, WR Kevin Norwood, DL Landon Cohen, C Lemuel Jeanpierre, CB Marcus Burley, TE Tony Moeaki inactive for Week 19.
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Seahawks | Russell Wilson to be highest-paid QB Sat Jan 10, 01:31 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson is expected to become the NFL's highest -paid quarterback this offseason when the team signs him to a long-term extension.
| Footballguys view: Wilson has certainly outplayed his contract to this point. He was a third-round pick by the Seahawks in the 2012 NFL draft, and Wilson was among the lowest paid players at his position. It's great to see his hard work is going to lead to a big payday. |
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Seahawks | Jimmy Staten re-signed Fri Jan 9, 05:02 PM
The Seattle Seahawks re-signed DT Jimmy Staten to the practice squad Friday, Jan. 9, and released LB Michael Zimmer in a corresponding move.
Seahawks | Friday injury report Fri Jan 9, 04:21 PM
Seattle Seahawks SS Jeron Johnson (elbow) has been ruled out for the Divisional Round playoff game. TE Tony Moeaki (calf) is listed as questionable, while DE Michael Bennett (non-injury), DE Demarcus Dobbs (ankle), TE Cooper Helfet (ribs), WR Jermaine Kearse (hamstring), CB Byron Maxwell (illness), CB Tharold Simon (shoulder) and C Max Unger (ankle, knee) are listed as probable. Johnson and Moeaki did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 9, while the other players fully participated in practice.
Link to storyMichael Bennett player page
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Jeron Johnson player page
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Seahawks | Marshawn Lynch should play Fri Jan 9, 04:11 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (back) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 9, and is listed as probable for the Divisional Round playoff game.
| Footballguys view: Lynch is going to be the centerpiece of the Seahawks offense. He may have the biggest day of any RB left in the Divisional Round of the playoffs. |
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