NFL Preview: Seattle Seahawks

2010 Record: 7-9



Offense:



The Seahawks lost Matt Hasselbeck this offseason and gained Tarvaris Jackson in his place. If that isn't a downgrade I don't know what is. Their RBs aren't that bad with Lynch and Forsett, but with a bad offensive line I don't see this offense being able to move the ball. Signing Sidney Rice was a nice move, I think him, Zach Miller, and a resurgent Mike Williams is a really nice group to build around, but with Jackson/Whitehurst throwing the ball around it won't really matter. It jut amazes me that they are willing to go into this season with those QBs.



Defense:



Having Red Bryant and Colin Cole on the defensive line helps the Seahawks stop the run. Both guys are over 325 pounds, and when they were both on the field early last season they held opposing offenses 74 rushing yards or fewer. The problem is Bryant is coming off a torn MCL, and you have to wonder if he will be the same. Brandon Mebane and Chris Clemons should add a nice pass rush for Seattle. Clemons was a bust with Philly, but in 2010 he had 12 sacks. This defensive line is going to need to be good, because Seattle is terrible against the pass. Last year they ranked 26th against the pass, and the team really did nothing to upgrade their unit. Free Safety Earl Thomas is going to need to come in and play strong, but it is asking a lot for a rookie to come in and really improve this defensive backfield. You have to remember that Seattle lost Lofa Tatupu, and although David Hawthorne will take up his spot his leadership and overall skilled will be felt.



Overall:



I hate this team, I really do. I hate what they have done other then their WRs/TEs, I hate Pete Carroll, and I think they are going to be one of the worst teams in the NFL.



2011 Record: 4-12

Pete Carroll Invites Nate Robinson To Seahawks Camp

Former Celtics guard Nate Robinson, who played a year of football at the University of Washington before deciding to focus on basketball, might get another shot on the gridiron during the NBA lockout. On Tuesday, Robinson traded tweets with Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, who had tried to recruit Robinson to USC a decade ago. Robinson, now with the Thunder, wrote to Carroll: give me a chance and I'll prove it to you. The exchange ended with Carroll writing: see you at practice at 1:30. bring your cleats. Robinson did not show up at the afternoon session, but Carroll left the door open, telling the assembled media: "He may be a little distracted with basketball, I don't know. If he is, he probably won't be able to do it. But if he can get focused, there's always a chance (WEEI)."

I was following these tweets yesterday because they were pretty funny and a lot of the NFL craziness has slowed down. I think Nate has 0% chance of actually making the team, but I would love to see him try. He is fast as hell and I would like to see him play in an exhibition game or two. I mean Nate can jump, he is quick, so maybe he would be decent in coverage, but I just don't see him being strong enough. It would be pretty cool if I was wrong and Nate actually made the team. We haven't had a good 2 sport athlete in a while.

Around The NFL

Ronnie Brown joined the dream team for a 1 year deal.

Ronnie is a perfect complement to Leshon McCoy, Ronnie has been outstanding for the 1st half of the year and then fizzles out. So maybe backing up McCoy for the tough yards, will make things easier for Brown/ Vick and McCoy. They could also throw in some trick plays as well.

Zach Miller to the Seahawks.

A source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter it is a five-year, $34 million deal with $17 million guaranteed. Miller will be a great safety blanket for whoever the Seahwaks QB is. But I don't know why the Raiders had this guy slip through their fingers. Jason Campbell just lost a huge target.

Ty Warren joins Broncos

Apparently he wasn't interested in re-signing with the Patriots. The Broncos signed Ty to a 2 year, 10 million dollar deal. This is a good deal for a bad defensive front. Low risk.

David Harris re-signs a 4 year deal with the Jets

This is a smart move for the Jets because at the end of the day, Harris could be their best defender.

Tommie Harris signs with Colts
Great move here, the Colts defense is as soft as a pillow, Harris brings some toughness to a finesse defense.

Around The NFL (4 UPDATES)

The New Orleans Saints and Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms of a trade that would send former Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush to Miami, according to FoxSports.com.

With the Saints gaining Mark Ingram and having pretty decent back ups (Chris Ivory and Pierre Thomas). Miami has a few questions surrounding the RB situation Ricky Williams and Ronnie Brown may not be back, so having a good receiving option can help alleviate some pressures.

The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to a five-year, $41 million contract with wide receiver Sidney Rice, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

A 6-4 WR never would hurt whoever is playing QB for Seattle.

***UPDATE***

We will do the same thing we did yesterday and just keep updating this post with all the moves made around the NFL...

- SF have told Nate Clements that he will released after not being able to work out a contract. Could be a nice fall back option for whoever loses out on Asomugha.

- Cardinals continue to try to rebuild that offense line scooping up fomer Packers offensive lineman Daryn Colledge for 5 years 27.5 million.

- Most people seem to think the Viking will heavily go after Braylon Edwards now that they lost Sidney Rice to the Seahawks.

- Steve Smith will no longer asked to be traded out of Carolina, which I think is a huge mistake on his part. Even with their draft and resignings by the time they are good he will be all washed up.


***UPDATE 2***

- Redskins have reached an agreement with former Cowboys DE Stephen Bowen (5 years $27.5 million $12.5 signing bonus). This could mean Cullen Jenkins could be making his way back to the Packers.

- Arizona Cardinals have asked Joey Porter to take a pay cut from his $5.75 milliion salary. If he declines, he'll be released.

***UPDATE 3***

- Kevin Kolb is about to traded to the Cardinals for Rodgers-Cromartie and a draft choice (rumored to be a 2nd round pick).

- Saints have signed IT Jermon Bushrod to a 2 year deal.


***UPDATE 4***

- Bills have signed WE Brad Smith to a 4 year $15 million deal.

- Kolb is getting a 5 year deal from the Cardinals worth $63.5 million, $21 guaranteed.