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Seahawks Rookie Profile: Quinton Jefferson | Cover32
Next up in our first in a series of articles about the rookies joining the Seattle Seahawks in 2016 is Maryland DT Quinton Jefferson.

Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson sends message to Jarryd Hayne
Former San Francisco 49ers running back Jarryd Hayne surprised many when he retired from the NFL over the weekend but Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson didn't let the surprise stop him from sending Hayne a special message.

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Nick Saban talks about DT Jarran Reed's potential impact

Seahawks Sign LB Khairi Fortt, Waive/Injured LB Christian French | Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks made a roster move Monday, signing linebacker Khairi Fortt. Rookie linebacker Christian French was waived/injured.

Seahawks Kicker Steven Hauschka Hits Penalty Kick in Charity Soccer Match | Seattle Seahawks
Seahawks kicker Steven Hauschka suited up for a charity soccer match Sunday with former Seattle Sounders FC standout Steve Zakuani.

Five former or current NFL players could compete in the 2016 Olympics | ProFootballTalk
Five different athletes with NFL experience are vying to compete in the 2016 Olympics, with two trying to make Olympic rugby teams, two trying to run the 100 meters and one having a real shot at gold in the long jump.

Richard Sherman throws hilarious Twitter caption contest
Richard Sherman had to know what was coming when he started this Twitter caption contest.

Brandon Mebane: Chargers defense more talented than Seahawks | ProFootballTalk
Defensive tackle Brandon Mebane was the longest tenured member of the Seattle Seahawks prior to signing with the San Diego Chargers this offseason. Mebane was a third-round pick by Seattle in 2007 and spent the first nine seasons of his career in a Seahawks' uniform.

Panthers release Brandon Boykin two months after signing him - CBSSports.com
It's been a long, strange year of travels for the four-year veteran cornerback

Seattle Seahawks intend to keep 'angry' Doug Baldwin -- NFL contract year
Doug Baldwin is a 'heartbeat' player for Seattle, according to general manager John Schneider. The question is whether he's worth the type of money a No. 1 wide receiver typically gets.

Here's a valuable life lesson: Stop selling Russell Wilson short - CBSSports.com
What fuels the Seahawks star QB? Just listen to his graduation speech

NFL - Best offseason acquisitions for all 32 teams - free agency, coaches, general managers, draft picks
From free agents to coaches and draft picks to general managers, NFL Nation reporters pick the top offseason pickup for every team. No. 1 overall pick Jared Goff and Hue Jackson make the list.

Bryce Petty: My development shows in 'Madden' play - NFL.com
New York Jets second-year quarterback Bryce Petty believes he has developed as a QB. He sees it in how he plays video games. See what Petty had to say about playing Madden.

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Jim Trotter discusses Doug Baldwin's comments about Seahawks

Sammy Watkins suffers small broken bone in foot - NFL.com
Sammy Watkins suffered a small broken bone in his foot, according to Ian Rapoport, per a source informed of the situation. Watkins is expected to be ready for the Bills' training camp.

Report: Week 1 in question for Pats' Danny Amendola - NFL.com
Danny Amendola is reportedly recovering from offseason knee and ankle surgeries. The New England Patriots receiver could be questionable for the start of the 2016 season.