Pre-Snap Reads 3/9: Carlos Dunlap becomes Seahawks’ first cap casualty

I know there’s a thing about the season ticket holders receiving a letter about the 2021 season and how Russell Wilson isn’t mentioned... I’m not going to link to it. Personally I believe it’s a nothing story much like Dak Prescott being left out of the Dallas Cowboys’ hype video was a nothing story. There’s enough news as it is to not need to manufacture it.

Okay, now on with the links!

Seattle Seahawks

Seahawks' all-in philosophy helped place Shaquill Griffin, on market - Seattle Seahawks Blog- ESPN
The Seahawks decided to concentrate on winning a title in 2020 instead of extending Griffin and Chris Carson and now face losing them.

Las Vegas Raiders don’t appear to be involved in Russell Wilson talks - Silver And Black Pride
Other teams seem to be more interested in the Seattle Seahawks QB

Michael Brockers hopes Seahawks trade Russell Wilson: 'You cross your fingers'
As Russell Wilson trade rumors spiral into a twister, fans of many teams outside Seattle clamor for the star QB to join their clubs. Rams DL Michael Brockers said he too hopes the Seahawks trade Wilson out of the NFC West.

Russell Wilson situation has put Seahawks in unfamiliar, unsettling position
The Seahawks don't usually have a question at QB, but Russell Wilson's unhappiness is bringing up conversations most would rather not have.

Seahawks Release DE Carlos Dunlap II
The Seahawks released veteran defensive end Carlos Dunlap II on Monday.

Around the NFC West

NFL Trade rumors: The 49ers are among three teams to watch for in the Sam Darnold sweepstakes - Niners Nation
Peter King said Darnold to the 49ers is his personal favorite in his FMIA column

J.J. Watt addition reflects urgency facing Steve Keim - Revenge of the Birds
The nine year Cardinal GM knows it’s time to win.

NFL Trade Rumors: Rams’ Robert Woods, Michael Brockers being discussed - Turf Show Times
Why the Rams need to be listening to offers

Around the NFL

Sources: Tennessee Titans shipping Isaiah Wilson to Miami Dolphins
Isaiah Wilson, the Titans' first-round pick last year who has had a series of off-field woes since, has been traded to the Dolphins, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Set to turn 28 this week, safety Marcus Maye receives franchise tag from New York Jets, source says
Safety Marcus Maye, poised to become an unrestricted free agent for the first time, learned Monday the New York Jets placed the franchise tag on him, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Washington tags Brandon Scherff again - ProFootballTalk

Jalen Hurts on Carson Wentz trade: Ain’t too much of my business - ProFootballTalk

Raiders news: Las Vega is cutting defensive back Lamarcus Joyner - Silver And Black Pride
Las Vegas sheds another big salary