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‘The Grantland NFL Podcast’: Breaking Down the Draft Picks in the NFC «
With the NFL draft finally finished, Robert Mays and Bill Barnwell start their recap by breaking down the picks from the NFC.
FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: Innovative Statistics, Intelligent Analysis | 2015 NFL Draft Report Card Report
This site won't pass firm judgments on this year's draft until 2021, but as we do every year, we have accrued snap reaction grades from the top media draftniks for our report on the teams that garnered the best, worst and most divisive draft classes. (Previous NFL Draft Report Card Reports can be found here: 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004.).
Atlanta Falcons rookie Grady Jarrett's house burned during the draft | The MMQB with Peter King
Slipping in the draft was the least of Grady Jarrett’s problems; while he waited to hear his name called on Friday night, he watched his childhood home burn down. But less than 24 hours later, he and his father shared one unforgettable moment as he stepped into the NFL
Oddsmaker gives 49ers longest odds to win NFC West | ProFootballTalk
In the last three seasons, the 49ers have gone from first to second to third place in the four-team NFC West. Perhaps, then, it is not a surprise to see San Francisco as the longest shot to win the West in 2015 at one notable Nevada sports book.
Which RB will have most successful rookie season? - NFL.com
Todd Gurley and Melvin Gordon are two rookie running backs with a chance to make a big impact this season. The Around The NFL crew debates which rookie rusher will be most successful in 2015.
Vikes' Mike Wallace: 'I'm the fastest player in the NFL' - NFL.com
If it's the time period between the NFL draft and the start of training camp, that means someone is honking about being the fastest player in the NFL. Up next: Mike Wallace.
Cinco de Mayo stars: Five most interesting 2015 NFL Draft picks - NFL.com
It's Cinco de Mayo, but instead of searching for the most interesting man in the world, CFB 24/7 looked for the five most interesting prospects from the 2015 NFL Draft.
2015 NFL Draft: Giants, Falcons, Rams geared up for playoff push? - NFL.com
In each of the past dozen years, at least one team picking in the top 10 has gone on to make the playoffs that season. Which franchise will it be in 2015? Vic Beasley's Atlanta Falcons? Let's debate!
Collateral benefits: Vets who benefited from the draft - NFL.com
Sam Bradford and Robert Griffin III survived the draft without competition from an early-round rookie. Find out which other veterans benefited from this year's infusion of talent.
Rookie minicamp Friday, Saturday, Sunday — likely with some increased scrutiny | Seahawks Insider - The News Tribune
The Seahawks announced yesterday their rookie minicamp this week will be on-field practices Friday, Saturday and Sunday at their team headquarters in Renton.
RENTON: Seahawks turned-around draft a tale of vastly different days | Seattle Seahawks | The News Tribune
Friday night’s controversial pick of DE Frank Clark brought unusual scrutiny and intensity around Seahawks headquarters. Saturday — and a contract decision Sunday — was to restore their “trust-us” vibe.
Seahawks remain favorites to win Super Bowl now that draft is over | The Seattle Times
Though the Seahawks likely will make some additions to the roster before training camp begins, the draft marked the last significant acquisition of talent for the offseason. Here’s a position-by-position breakdown.
So how did the Seahawks’ draft grade out? | The Seattle Times
Rounding up some grades for Seattle's 2015 Draft class, which were mostly positive.
Seahawks Address Offensive Line By Adding Three "Athletes" In 2015 NFL Draft | Seattle Seahawks
Seattle worked through day three of the 2015 NFL Draft with what head coach Pete Carroll described as an "emphasis" up front.
Greg Mattison (Coach of Frank Clark at Michigan) says Clark is 'outstanding football player and an outstanding young man' | Dave 'Softy' Mahler on Seattle's Sports Radio 950 KJR
Softy interviewed Greg Mattison, the former defensive coordinator at the University of Michigan (current defensive line coach), about the Seahawks second round pick, Defensive End Frank Clark. They spoke of Mattison's history with Clark (Mattison recruited him out of high school), the type of person, player, and athlete Frank Clark is, and much more.
Portland State punter Kyle Loomis, who left Oregon State after one year, to join Seattle Seahawks for mini-camp | OregonLive.com
Former Portland State punter Kyle Loomis has agreed to join the Seattle Seahawks' mini-camp as an undrafted free agent.
Cardinals TE John Carlson retires | ProFootballTalk
One of the Cardinals’ primary tight ends has decided to call it a career.
Breaking down Seattle’s picks in rounds 4-7 | Seahawks Draft Blog
At the combine he looked like an ideal guard or center with his body shape. The Seahawks love tackle converts to move inside. Pure guards in college usually aren’t great athletes. The ones who are (eg Mark Glowinski) get a shot in Seattle. Otherwise they’ll look at the tackles and find a guy who can slot inside.
Kam Chancellor’s half-brother Keenan Lambert among Seahawks undrafted free agents | ProFootballTalk
In addition to reaching an agreement with 34-year-old long snapper and former Green Beret Nate Boyer, the Seattle Seahawks have brought in Kam Chancellor's half-brother as a part of their undrafted free agent class.
Domestic violence expert weighs in on Seahawks draft pick
Some Seahawks fans are bringing heat on the team for drafting Frank Clark, a defensive end accused last year of domestic violence.
NFC West Report: Draft Grades Around the Division
This edition of the NFL West Report goes around the 49ers division to see how each of their three division rivals faired in the 2015 NFL Draft.