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Seahawks News

Seahawks news from the week: Some good and some not
The Seahawks minicamp ended this week but there were some positives. But injury concerns also popped up and that might affect the season.

Rost: Honesty is the best policy when it comes to fixing Seahawks’ offense
If “tempo” is the theme for the Seahawks’ new offense, then “reflection” might be the theme for their approach to making it work.

Friday Round-Up: Pete Carroll Gives Some His Takeaways From Minicamp with 710 ESPN’s ‘Danny & Gallant’
The head coach spoke about the differences under new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, the team’s preparation during the offseason, and named some players who stood out during minicamp.

Seahawks HC Pete Carroll confident Jamal Adams deal will get done: ‘We expect him for camp and everything should be fine’
Following a first year in Seattle in which Jamal Adams appeared in his first postseason, a new deal is on the horizon and there’s little concern with it coming to fruition, according to Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll.

Thiel: A football Yoda has won over Seahawks | Sportspress Northwest
Without having called a game in the NFL, new Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron has evolved into a mythical being of great wisdom and cunning.

NFC West News

Kyle Shanahan’s 2-minute offense, explaining route trees, X receiver vs. the slot: Ted Nguyen’s mailbag – The Athletic
How does a defense get labeled “figured out”? Can a defense disguise as “man” up until the snap to throw off the offense?

Op-Ed: Juneteenth — Cardinals OL Kelvin Beachum is still learning
Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Kelvin Beachum writes an Op-Ed reflecting on Juneteenth and the day’s history in his hometown of Mexia, Texas.

Smartest Thing Kliff Can Do… – Revenge of the Birds
…is to channel his inner McVay.

Rams News: Daily Links 6/18/21 – Turf Show Times
Your source for Rams and NFL news from around the web.

Around The NFL (and such)

Ian Rapoport tells Packers fans to ‘buckle up’ regarding Aaron Rodgers
NFL insider Ian Rapoport has come out and told Green Bay Packers fans to ‘buckle up’ when it comes to the drama with Aaron Rodgers.

Ever the enigma, Chargers’ Joey Bosa adjusting to new defense – Los Angeles Chargers- ESPN
Bosa posed with a dog in a baby stroller this week while working on his role in the Chargers’ converted 3-4 defense under new coach Brandon Staley.

Report: Bills planning new outdoor stadium in Orchard Park – National Football Post
The Buffalo Bills are planning to build a new outdoor stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y., WROC TV reported Friday.

Cole Beasley talks with union after virus protocols complaints – National Football Post
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Cole Beasley said on social media Friday that he has spoken with the NFL Players Association about his issues with the NFL’s new virus policies.

CFL player goes viral for dunking an Oreo while doing a backflip
Never in my life have I dunked an Oreo the way Edmonton Elks wide receiver Shai Ross did.

5-time Pro Bowl guard visited Pittsburgh Steelers
Former Panthers and Chargers guard Trai Turner had a visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Father’s Day: NFL dads reflect on fatherhood during a pandemic – Sports Illustrated
With Father’s Day on the horizon, NFL players who are fathers discuss the difficulties—and joys—of parenting during these times.

Jaguars sign Laquon Treadwell: Former Vikings first-round bust looking to jump-start career in Jacksonville – CBSSports.com
Treadwell caught 71 passes during his first five seasons.

Jets encouraged by Zach Wilson’s desire to master offense following first minicamp
Zach Wilson knows being an NFL quarterback isn’t as easy as being drafted and putting on a helmet. It’s not an easy task, but the New York Jets‘ first-rounder isn’t shying from the challenge. He’s also not keeping the difficulty of it hidden.

New Browns DE Jadeveon Clowney: ‘It took me eight years’ to find a teammate like him in Myles Garrett
It’s June, prime season for the bliss of a football honeymoon phase, and Jadeveon Clowney has found himself quite a running mate with the Browns: Myles Garrett.

Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes & Tyrann Mathieu Speak to Media | Chiefs Press Conferences – YouTube
HC Andy Reid, QB Patrick Mahomes and S Tyrann Mathieu speak with the media during Veteran Minicamp.

Cleveland Browns RB Nick Chubb says he wants to stay with team when NFL rookie contract ends
As he enters the final year on his rookie contract, Browns running back Nick Chubb says “Cleveland is where I want to be.”