Where he lines up, no one knows.
In Today’s Links: football fundamentals with Seaside Joe; Tush Push talk, and why our Seattle Seahawks voted to ban it, more roster take-aways, OTAs preview, etc, etc. We got you. Dive in. Enjoy the weekend.
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Seahawks News
Run Defense Basics – Seaside Joe
Time to refresh our football fundamentals
The NFL’s tush push was almost banned. Here’s why it had to live | The Seattle Times
What message was a tush push ban supported by 22 NFL teams (including the Seahawks) supposed to send? If at first you don’t succeed, riot and change the rules?
Nick Emmanwori is embracing Kam Chancellor comps. Will the Seahawks use him the same way? – The Athletic
It’s far too early to expect Emmanwori to have a Chancellor-level impact, but Mike Macdonald could deploy the rookie similarly.
Seahawks OC wonders if Elijah Arroyo could essentially replace DK Metcalf – Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
The Seattle Seahawks’ rookie tight end potentially has some big shoes to fill in 2025.
Seattle Seahawks OTAs Preview: What to Watch From Byron Murphy, Defensive Tackle Group — Emerald City Spectrum
Atop the depth chart, few NFL teams have more firepower than the Seahawks do in the interior of their defensive line. But losses in the offseason have created some questions that need to be answered in the depth department.
Can Seattle Seahawks rookie TE Arroyo also be an outside WR? – Seattle Sports
With a unique combination of size and speed, could Seattle Seahawks rookie tight end Elijah Arroyo also play as an outside receiver? Brock Huard weighs in.
Ex-Seattle Seahawks WR believes JSN, Kupp could be ‘fun’ duo – Seattle Sports
Former NFL wideout Bryan Walters explains why Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp could be a great pairing in the Seattle Seahawks’ new-look receiving room.
The Tush Push Lives! – But Should It? NFL Rules Changes – Sea Hawkers Podcast
With a vote of 22-10, NFL owners fell 2 votes short of the mandatory 24 votes to “Ban the Tush Push”. Some are surprised that Seattle ownership voted to ban it! Everyone’s got an opinion, no one seems to remember NFL history, and we’ll be talking about the league’s most infamous play, should it or shouldn’t it be banned AND all the other NFL rules that were changed or upheld today LIVE with you, the Flockers!
NFC West News
49ers news: Which 49ers player is the most underrated? – Niners Nation
Could there be another contract extension issue brewing for the 49ers?
Where 49ers QB Brock Purdy is Looking to Improve in 2025 – Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
49ers quarterback Brock Purdy revealed where in his game that he is trying to improve on heading into 2025.
Rams Draft Review: Chris ‘Pooh’ Paul Jr. Brings Enticing Traits – Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
The Los Angeles Rams drafted Ole Miss linebacker Pooh Paul in the fifth round. They may have gotten themselves a potential starter as a rookie.
Rams Draft Sleeper: Rookie WR Konata Mumpfield is a player to watch – Turf Show Times
The Rams have a history finding Day 3 gems at wide receiver and Konata Mumpfield could be next.
Cardinals’ Secondary Summer School 2025 – Revenge of the Birds
Are new lesson plans in the Cardinals’ pass coverage techniques a priority?
Amid Injury, Who Can Step Up in Arizona Cardinals CB Room? – Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
The Arizona Cardinals have a hole to fill in their secondary.
Around The NFL
4 first-year NFL defensive coordinators facing the toughest tasks – Yahoo Sports
The pressure will be on coaches like Kelvin Sheppard, who takes over a Lions defense that fell apart in the playoffs.
Fight continues as Browns plan to move from downtown, build indoor stadium – The Athletic
Cleveland’s mayor released a formal statement clarifying that the city intends to fight to keep the Browns in the downtown area.
Top extension candidate for every NFL team: Micah Parsons awaits new Cowboys deal; Patrick Mahomes raise? – CBSSports.com
NFL teams better get ready to back up the Brink’s truck for these players
Lions TE Sam LaPorta unfazed by smaller Year 2 stat line: ‘Everybody deserves the ball’ – NFL.com
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is unfazed by his Year 2 stat line, citing Detroit’s many offensive weapons and his continued progression as a blocker.
Top 25 Under 25: 10 players who were just outside the rankings – PFF
Earlier this week, we unveiled our list of the top 25 players under 25, a showcase of the NFL’s brightest young stars already making an impact at the highest level. But narrowing down the list wasn’t easy. Here are the players who just missed the cut.