In Today’s Links: Q’s for Coach Macdonald, Riq Woolen and the mystery of one of the ‘Hawks most talented players, and the role Jake Bobo will play in our Seattle Seahawks offense. Plus, some other stuff from around the wicked and wild world of the NFL. Enjoy your Sunday. Thanks for being here.
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Seahawks News
Questions that wouldn’t insult Mike Macdonald – Seaside JoeTold Macdonald: “Bad S. Darn?” Gee I, Gee I…No!
Wyman: What’s different about Seattle Seahawks LB in Year 2 – Seattle SportsDuring an OTA practice this week, Dave Wyman noticed an area where Seattle Seahawks second-year linebacker Tyrice Knight appears to have made strides.
Talented but inconsistent Seattle Seahawks CB Riq Woolen among NFL’s biggest enigmas – Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and MoreSeattle’s athletic freak is going into the final year of his rookie contract.
Jake Bobo Staking Claim to Significant Role in Seattle Seahawks New Offense — Emerald City SpectrumSince breaking into the NFL undrafted two years ago, Jake Bobo has had to constantly prove himself with the Seahawks. But no matter the circumstances, he has delivered, and he’s silencing doubters again with another strong spring.
NFC West News
Arizona Cardinals’ First-Rounder Poised for Bigger Role – Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and MoreThe Arizona Cardinals’ 2024 first-round pick could have a larger role ahead of him in 2025.
Cardinals’ “Fro” a Top 10 Center Pick in 2025 per PFF – Revenge of the BirdsKudos to Hjalte Froholdt starting his 3rd season with the Cardinals
49ers 2025 season: What would make it a disappointment or a nightmare? – Niners NationHard to say what counts as disappointing. Brock Purdy regresses? Brandon Aiyuk misses the season? 49ers fans have lived through worse. They don’t do average years—it’s either “almost there” or “burn it down.”
The Best Move the 49ers Made this Offseason – Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and MoreThe 49ers’ best move of the offseason by far was hiring Robert Saleh as their defensive coordinator.
Terrance Ferguson Impressing at Los Angeles Rams OTAs: Week 1 Starter? – Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and MoreFormer Oregon Duck Terrance Ferguson is getting some shoutouts from the Los Angeles Rams’ coaching staff during OTAs, where the rookie caught a touchdown pass from quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Rams should consider vet LB Kyzir White to support Omar Speights in ‘25 – Turf Show TimesFormer Cardinals linebacker Kyzir White is an ideal option for Rams to support a Omar Speights’ breakout in 2025
Around The NFL
For these 5 NFL teams, the 2025 offseason can’t end soon enough: Lions, 49ers are trending downward – CBSSports.comExamining the five NFL teams that had the worst offseasons
Jordan Love “can’t wait” to face Aaron Rodgers when Packers play Steelers – NBC Sports“It’s going to be fun. It’s going to be awesome. I’m excited for it,” Love said.
There is almost no track record of success for 5th-round QBs before Shedeur Sanders – Yahoo SportsSanders may be more talented than most 5th-round QBs, but he’ll have an uphill battle to fight against history.
DeMeco Ryans welcomes ‘growth’ in Texans’ new-look offense – ESPNDespite quarterback C.J. Stroud’s limited participation, new OC Nick Caley has been rolling out Houston’s offense.
10 second-year players poised for bigger roles in 2025 – PFFSome rookies break out immediately, while others need a year to get their foot in the door.