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Seahawks News

Seattle Seahawks 90-Man Roster Primer: Colby Parkinson – Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
After missing most of his rookie season with a broken foot, Parkinson impressed during Seattle’s offseason program and the athletic 6-foot-7 tight end looks poised to play a significant role in the team’s aerial attack in 2021.

Heaps: 2 young Seahawks could make leap to the Pro Bowl this season
The Seahawks’ 2020 draft could look especially impressive if Jake Heaps is right about two players he sees as Pro Bowl candidates this year.

Predictions: 5 Seattle Seahawks Who Will Exceed Their 2020 Numbers – Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
It was a record-setting season for several Seahawks on both sides of the ball in 2020, so it’s hard to imagine just how better they could be. Nevertheless, with many newcomers arriving and players returning from injury, there’s always room to turn it up a notch.

NFC West News

Raheem Mostert loved 49ers signing Trent Williams, Alex Mack
Raheem Mostert is thrilled that the 49ers re-signed Trent Williams and brought in another former Pro Bowl offensive lineman.

Golden Nuggets: Carson Wentz believes Trey Lance is in a great situation with the 49ers – Niners Nation
Your daily San Francisco links for Sunday, June 27, 2021.

Which of these 6 former Rams QB had the best career ‘peak season’? – Turf Show Times
Now that the Rams have Matthew Stafford, let’s peek backwards at some of the former options.

You’ve Got Mail: In The Heat Of The Summer
ICYMI: Topics include the defensive line, Jalen Thompson and Zaven’s speed

Around The NFL

Aaron Rodgers opt out unlikely by July 2 deadline
One of the most surprising stories of the first slow week of the NFL offseason came courtesy of the 2021 opt-out rules.

Myles Garrett isn’t the best edge in the NFL but he’s on his way
The 2021 NFL offseason has been full of praise and adulation for the Cleveland Browns and its players. That continues today with Myles Garrett making the list of the 11 best edge players in the NFL.

Report: No ‘substantive’ contract talks between Baker Mayfield, Browns – National Football Post
The Cleveland Browns and quarterback Baker Mayfield have yet to engage in any “substantive talks” about a contract extension, the Cleveland Plain-Dealer reported Sunday.

Henry Ruggs film analysis: How the Raiders receiver can improve in Year 2 – The Athletic
In his first season in the NFL, Ruggs struggled against a higher volume of press coverage against better defenders.

FMIA Guest: Greg Cosell On The NFL Evolution Of X And O Film Study – Peter King, NBC Sports
Peter King’s Football Morning In America column has a guest author this week, Greg Cosell, who writes about game film study and how it’s changed the NFL.

So far, so good: A healthy Jadeveon Clowney is key to Browns’ defensive success – Cleveland Browns Blog- ESPN
Jadeveon Clowney signed a one-year deal this offseason with the Browns, and he looked to be at full speed in camp despite recovering from knee surgery.

Breaking down all of the Miami Dolphins’ roster battles on defense | Miami Herald
A look at all of the Miami Dolphins’ roster battles on defense, going position by position.