Pre-Snap Reads 8/1: Two weeks until the Seahawks’ preseason opener!

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Seahawks News

Seahawks camp report: Seattle set to sign another QB, CBs Ahkello Witherspoon and D.J. Reed impressing – The Athletic
The Seahawks are soon expected to bring QB Sean Mannion into the fold. Plus, observations involving DK Metcalf, the O-line and more.

Salk: Seahawks OC Shane Waldron has ‘one of the hardest jobs in Seattle’
New Seahawks OC Shane Waldron finds himself in a tough spot, Mike Salk says, as he works between Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson.

Seahawks DE Aldon Smith on field for now, but uncertainty awaits
It remains unclear whether another off-field transgression will keep Aldon Smith from playing this season for the Seahawks.

Marquise Blair “Playing Everywhere” In Third Training Camp With Seahawks
Coming off of an ACL injury, Marquise Blair is making a strong impression early in training camp.

NFC West News

Everything You Need to Know About Cardinals Back Together Saturday – Sports Illustrated Arizona Cardinals News, Analysis and More
The league-wide initiative will feature Arizona’s first padded practice for the upcoming season.

11 takeaways from Cardinals’ Saturday training camp practice
The Arizona Cardinals held their “Back Together Saturday” practice Saturday afternoon at State Farm Stadium in front of thousands of fans. While some things have changed because of the pandemic, it felt like a regular training camp.

49ers training camp practice recap, Day 4: The QB narrative is starting to shift – Niners Nation
Recapping what happened on offense, from the quarterback to the offensive line.

Kyle Shanahan Explains What Went Wrong in 2020 for Mike McGlinchey – Sports Illustrated San Francisco 49ers News, Analysis and More
2020 was a down year for Mike McGlinchey. Kyle Shanahan breaks down why it was.

49ers training camp: Samson Ebukam aims to reward defensive line coach Kris Kocurek’s faith – The Athletic
Newcomer edge rusher Samson Ebukam is turning heads in 49ers camp and getting the most out of D-line coach Kris Kocurek’s intense style.

Inside a high-energy, highly competitive Rams red-zone period that brought highlights and hints at the future – The Athletic
Fans were treated to a fun Matthew Stafford vs. Jalen Ramsey showcase during the Rams’ practice Saturday.

Rams News: Rams rank 8th in NFL top offensive-defensive duo rankings – Turf Show Times
Your source for Rams and NFL News from around the web.

Around The NFL

NFL training camp updates — Super Bowl champ Buccaneers on field, Lions Olympic watch party, more
All 32 NFL teams are on the field Saturday and we are covering it live. Tom Brady and Tampa Bay start their quest to win back-to-back titles.

With ‘a good grasp of the system,’ Jameis Winston focusing on making better decisions during New Orleans Saints training camp
In competition with Taysom Hill for the Saints’ No. 1 spot on the quarterback depth chart, New Orleans’ Jameis Winston is focusing on his decision-making skills at training camp, and taking “what they give you.”

Vikings QB Kellen Mond tests positive, Kirk Cousins close contact – National Football Post
Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback Kellen Mond tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, NFL Network reported, as three of the team’s QBs were out for Saturday’s practice, including starter Kirk Cousins.

Agent: Devonta Freeman agrees to deal with Saints – National Football Post
Running back Devonta Freeman agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the New Orleans Saints, his agent Drew Rosenhaus announced Saturday.

Cowboys, Colts are showing why the 49ers held onto Jimmy Garoppolo
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan will tell you that he has lived with all his eggs in one quarterback basket. And he’ll be the first to tell you that decision turned out poorly more than once, leaving him to learn a tough lesson.

Browns and RB Nick Chubb agree to 3-year, $36.6 million extension
Nick Chubb and the Browns reached a deal that will keep him in Cleveland for another three years.

Dolphins CB Xavien Howard ‘enjoying every moment with my teammates’ as trade request looms
In the midst of a busy Back Together Saturday, Xavien Howard faced questions about his interest in moving on from Miami.

Jerry Jones: Cowboys-Buccaneers in Kickoff Game is ‘David against Goliath’
Jerry Jones knows how to buy and sell. He’s done a fair share of both heading into the 2021 season, investing hundreds of millions to improve the Cowboys and marketing their Week 1 game against the Bucs as “David against Goliath.”

Vikings will honor late Korey Stringer prior to Saturday night’s practice
The Minnesota Vikings will commemorate the late Korey Stringer, a Vikings Ring of Honor member, prior to Saturday night’s practice at TCO Stadium.

Mike McCarthy signals that the Cowboys are ready to be smarter about Ezekiel Elliott – Blogging The Boys
It should mean more touches for Tony Pollard.