Century Links 5/7: Seahawks Hope Penny can be 3 Down Back

Seahawks want Rashaad Penny to be a three-down back – ProFootballTalk
The Seahawks got their first look at first-round running back Rashaad Penny on the field during their three-day rookie minicamp and the first reviews of his work are positive ones.

Six Takeaways From Seahawks 2018 Rookie Minicamp
What we learned from the Seahawks' three-day rookie minicamp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center.

Are Seahawks too quick to move on from young veterans?
The '18 draft is considered a hit. But are the Seahawks transitioning too fast on players who have been with the organization but not given an opportunity?

O'Neil: Takeaways from Seahawks' rookie minicamp
710 ESPN Seattle's Danny O'Neil says it was impossible to miss new Seahawks' CB Tre Flowers at rookie minicamp this past weekend.

Seahawks don't need to replace Jimmy Graham's targets in new offense
The Seahawks featured Jimmy Graham in the past three seasons, and replaced him with blocking tight ends. They really don't need to replace his targets.

Michael Dickson boots impressive punt at Seahawks camp
Michael Dickson launched what appeared to be a near 80-yard punt at the Seattle Seahawks rookie training camp.

Pete Carroll confirms Earl Thomas skipping Seattle Seahawks workouts
Seahawks coach Pete Carroll confirmed Sunday that Earl Thomas hasn't been present at the team's offseason workouts and he isn't sure when the safety will show up.

Jets sign two, cut two after rookie minicamp – ProFootballTalk
The Jets wrapped up their weekend by signing two draft picks and two undrafted players, including one who tried out for the team over the weekend. They announced that linebackers Frankie Luvu and Anthony Wint have both been added to the 90-man roster.

Gruden: Raiders needed a pass-rusher other than Mack and Irvin – ProFootballTalk
The Raiders were willing to take a chance on pass-rusher Arden Key in the third round, since the reward was worth the risk of a third-round pick. And they're hoping he's ready to play a role this year, to take some of the pressure off veteran pass-rushers Khalil Mack and Bruce Irvin.

Saints see pass rusher as a premium position like quarterback, left tackle, cornerback – ProFootballTalk
Why did the Saints pay such a high price to draft Marcus Davenport? Because they think pass rushers are worth it. Saints coach Sean Payton said after the Saints used both this year's first-round draft pick and next year's first-round draft pick to trade up and draft Davenport that pass rusher is ...

Browns sign potential Thomas replacement Corbett - NFL.com
Joe Thomas' retirement created a massive void at left tackle for the Cleveland Browns. They took a step toward addressing that Sunday, signing second-round pick Austin Corbett to a rookie contract.

Michael Griffin to sign one-day contract, retire as Titan - NFL.com
Michael Griffin is making one last trip to Nashville as a professional football player. The 33-year-old safety is signing a one-day contract to retire as a member of the Tennessee Titans.

McCarthy: Kizer would've been first-round pick in 2018 - NFL.com
Mike McCarthy's quarterback situation is as solid as possible at the top, but he's welcoming a fresh face to the depth chart. The coach showered praise on his team's recent acquisition, DeShone Kizer.

Browns' Baker Mayfield does extra work under center - NFL.com
Whereas most of his college career was played from the shotgun formation, Cleveland Browns' top pick Baker Mayfield took the bulk of his snaps during rookie camp from under center.