Happy Tuesday! The Seattle Seahawks only have two days of mandatory minicamp instead of the originally planned three, so summer break is nearing! We’ve also got some contract extension news regarding Michael Dickson, which you can read about in our article. Gregg Bell has a nice story about Devon Witherspoon, Cooper Kupp has some Xs and Os insights, and there are prominent minicamp absences around the NFL.
Read on!
Seattle Seahawks News
Seattle Seahawks vet Cooper Kupp breaks down how NFL defenses are getting smarter - SI.com
Seattle Seahawks newcomer Cooper Kupp has seen the evolution of NFL defenses over his eight-year career.
Devon Witherspoon brings Nick Emmanwori to Seahawks defense | Tacoma News Tribune
Devon Witherspoon, Julian Love, Riq Woolen bringing rookie Nick Emmanwori from South Carolina into Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks defense. A Jalen Milroe update.
Could Seattle Seahawks' CB answer be Jaire Alexander? - Seattle Sports
The Seattle Seahawks still have a CB need, and two-time Pro Bowler Jaire Alexander is reportedly done in Green Bay. Michael Bumpus weighs in.
Ernest Jones IV Expects Seahawk Defense To Be ‘Something Crazy’ In 2025 - Seahawks.com
After joining the Seahawks midway through the 2024 season, linebacker Ernest Jones IV has high expectations for his team’s defense this year.
It appears leadership issues were a reason why the Seahawks pivoted from Geno Smith to Sam Darnold – Seahawks Draft Blog
If you recall, shortly before Geno Smith was traded to the Raiders, we discussed on this blog the not-so-amazing relationship between the quarterback and DK Metcalf. As it turns out, both moved on. It has since emerged that Metcalf himself might’ve been angling for a move for a decent amount of time.
Around the NFC West
49ers mandatory minicamp kicks off: What to expect | 49ers Webzone
The San Francisco 49ers report to mandatory minicamp today! Get the schedule, speaker lineup, and key insights as the 49ers wrap up their offseason program.
49ers' Brock Purdy, George Kittle relish Navy SEALs visit
Brock Purdy said Navy SEALs training opened his eyes and served as a highlight of the 49ers' offseason program that ends with minicamp Tuesday and Wednesday.
Michael Wilson is the Arizona Cardinals ‘X-Factor’ for the 2025 season - Revenge of the Birds
Who do you think is the Arizona Cardinals X-Factor for 2025?
Rams LB Jared Verse thinks he left 'around 10 sacks on the field' in rookie year: 'That's not happening no more'
Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse feels he left some plays unfinished as a rookie, and after watching the film he believes he could have tripled his 4.5-sack total with a couple small changes.
Around the NFL
Answering big questions on second-year NFL quarterbacks - ESPN
We answered key questions about quarterbacks from the 2024 draft class, including Michael Penix Jr., Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels.
T.J. Watt not attending Steelers' mandatory minicamp, sources say - ESPN
Steelers star pass rusher T.J. Watt is not attending this week's mandatory minicamp amid his pursuit of a new contract, sources told ESPN.
Dolphins without CB Jalen Ramsey, TE Jonnu Smith in minicamp - ESPN
Jalen Ramsey, amid trade talk, and Jonnu Smith, seeking a new contract, won't be in Dolphins camp this week.
Former Browns All-Pro RB Nick Chubb signs 1-year deal with Texans - Yahoo Sports
Nick Chubb is now getting a fresh start with the Texans.
AP removed "invalid" awards ballot, after the fact - NBC Sports
The Associated Press issued the various 2024 NFL regular-season awards during Super Bowl week.
Cincinnati Bengals release team captain, linebacker Germaine Pratt after six seasons - CBSSports.com
Pratt was a key figure for Cincinnati's defense
2025 NFL MVP dark horses: Ja'Marr Chase, Travis Hunter, Baker Mayfield among potential candidates
Could Jordan Love or Justin Herbert win the NFL's top individual award? Might Ja'Marr Chase or Travis Hunter steal the spotlight that's typically reserved for quarterbacks? Judy Battista identifies 10 dark-horse MVP candidates for the 2025 NFL season.
Colts announce ownership transition - Colts.com
The Colts on Monday announced details on the transition of team ownership from late Owner & CEO Jim Irsay to his daughters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt and Kalen Jackson.