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TBT: The Seahawks 2012 draft class | Cover32
The Seattle Seahawks 2012 draft class might go down as one of the best in NFL history. It's also one of the most instructive.

Thomas Rawls helps within his two communities
As Seahawks running back Thomas Rawls continues down his road to recovery, he's something else important on his mind -- helping within the community.

Doug Baldwin not concerned about new Seahawks deal - NFL.com
Doug Baldwin is a candidate for a contract extension after he tied for the NFL lead in touchdown receptions last season. Will the Seahawks jumpstart negotiations after the draft?

Is German Super Sleeper WR on Seahawks radar?
Moritz Boehringer is a freakishly gifted WR from the German league who's trying to make the leap to the NFL. Would he fit with the Seahawks?

Seattle Seahawks mock draft roundup: O-line or D-line? - seattlepi.com
Under GM John Schneider and head coach Pete Carroll, the Seahawks have targeted players they believed had unique traits, whether or not they played at perceived positions of need.

Here’s why '12 draft grades for Broncos, Seahawks and 49ers were comically bad - Yahoo Sports
From Yahoo Sports: The collective mark for the Broncos' class of rookies: C. That group featured four who landed at least $108.5 million in free agency.

CFL adopts device for fixing officiating errors quickly | ProFootballTalk
In 2016, the CFL will be doing something that the NFL needs to be doing, too. But the NFL needs to go even farther. Via the Canadian Press, the Canadian Football League has added a video official, with the goal of correcting blatant officiating mistakes quickly.

NFL says 2017 compensatory draft picks can be traded now: What it means for the Seahawks | The Seattle Times
According to ESPN's Field Yates, NFL team were informed on Wednesday they can immediately trade compensatory draft picks for 2017 and future seasons.

A look at the Seahawks and pre-draft visits from college players | The Seattle Times
NFL teams such as the Seahawks are now entering the phase of their pre-draft preparation where they are bringing in prospects for visits. Here's a look at what the Seahawks have reportedly done so far.

2016 Seattle Seahawks' preseason schedule includes dress rehearsal vs. Cowboys
The Seahawks will get a chance to see the Chiefs, Vikings, Cowboys and Raiders before the start of the regular season.

FOOTBALL OUTSIDERS: Innovative Statistics, Intelligent Analysis | 2010 NFL Draft: Six Years Later
Football Outsiders is the internet home for Innovative Statistics and Intelligent Analysis of the NFL and college football. Our writers, led by Aaron Schatz, also provide content to ESPN.com and write the annual book Football Outsiders Almanac.

2016 NFL Draft: RB, TE could have just one first-rounder combined - CBSSports.com
Teams with a pressing need at the tight end or running back position definitely won't like the non-existent depth at those positions in the 2016 NFL Draft. Other than Ohio State RB Ezekiel Elliott, there are no automatic first-round picks in this bunch.

KeiVarae Russell, Braxton Miller are ready for 2016 NFL draft | The MMQB with Peter King
Notre Dame’s KeiVarae Russell and Ohio State’s Braxton Miller might have had the most to gain in the post-combine part of the pre-draft process. Here’s how they made the most of their pro days. Plus more draft notes

A.J. Tarpley Retires From N.F.L. at Age 23, Citing Concussions - The New York Times

Tarpley, an undrafted linebacker, played in 15 regular-season games for the Bills last season after four years at Stanford.

Terron Beckham wows NFL scouts in speed/strength drills - NY Daily News

Nobody knows whether the bodybuilding cousin of Odell Beckham Jr. can actually morph into an NFL running back.

Some teams aren’t on board with NFL’s plans to play in China | ProFootballTalk

As the NFL moves forward with its international growth ambitions, a regular-season game in China is expected in 2018. But not every team is on board with that idea. According to ESPN, executives with the Packers and Giants were among those to raise objections with the idea of playing in China.

The 10 best games on the NFL's preseason schedule | FOX Sports

The 10 best games on the NFL's preseason schedule