Pre-Snap Reads 7/15: Russell Wilson says relationship with Pete Carroll ‘stronger than ever’

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Seahawks News

Seattle Seahawks Training Camp Preview: Running Backs - Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
Over the past several seasons, the Seahawks have struggled to keep their running backs healthy and 2020 wasn't an exception.

Legends of DVOA: Dave Krieg | Football Outsiders
Quarterback controversies! Labor disputes! Cranky coaches! Lefty passers! Tiny hands! Our final Legends of DVOA installment looks at the two-decade career of Dave Krieg, a streaky passer who always seemed to have one foot in the playoffs and the other on the bench.

Russell Wilson says relationship with Pete Carroll 'stronger than ever' after offseason trade rumors
Russell Wilson wants Seattle Seahawks fans to know everything is good between him and head coach Pete Carroll.

Russell Wilson: New Seahawks OC Shane Waldron has been 'super collaborative'
After an interesting offseason where Seattle's franchise QB voiced his frustrations, Russell Wilson expands on what new offense coordinator Shane Waldron brings to the table and how he appreciates his collaboration effort.

‘Fortunate’ that Sherman’s bad night wasn’t worse – Sportspress Northwest
Bad as it was, Richard Sherman was lucky — as were his family, freeway construction workers and police officers, one of whom had to tackle the three-time, first-team All-Pro cornerback to the ground to make an arrest.

NFC West News

Rams preview: Between WRs and TEs, what should we expect from the passing offense with Matthew Stafford? – The Athletic
Jourdan Rodrigue takes a look at Los Angeles' receivers and tight ends and the passing game in general as the start of training camp nears.

How do Rams cornerbacks compare to rest of NFC West? - Turf Show Times
They do quite well.

49ers LB preview: What Dre Greenlaw needs to improve for place among NFL's elite – The Athletic
Azeez Al-Shaair's biggest competition for the No. 3 linebacker spot could come from a couple of players who don't even play linebacker.

The Shanaplan: The Trey Lance clothes episode - Niners Nation
Fans were upset that Lance was wearing something during a workout that wasn’t masculine enough for their liking.

Cardinals Release Practice Schedule, Public Dates for 2021 Training Camp - Sports Illustrated Arizona Cardinals News, Analysis and More
Soon fans will be welcomed back to State Farm Stadium as the Cardinals ready themselves for training camp.

Red Rain Podcast: Deck Stacked Against Kingsbury? (with since61 as our guest) - Revenge of the Birds
Special thanks to since61 for his outstanding insights.

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Around The NFL

Best team fits for remaining free agents entering '21 Game Theory
NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund and Brian Baldinger break down the best team fits for remaining 2021 free agents.

Report: Chris Godwin not expected to sign long-term deal
Word on Wednesday morning was that the Buccaneers and wide receiver Chris Godwin were set for more discussions about a long-term deal ahead of the Thursday afternoon deadline for franchise-tagged players to sign them.

Titans to add Bum Phillips, Jeff Fisher, Floyd Reese to Ring of Honor - National Football Post
The Tennessee Titans are adding the names of former coaches Bum Phillips and Jeff Fisher as well as ex-general manager Floyd Reese to their Ring of Honor...

Better, worse or the same? How the Raiders' defense has changed - Las Vegas Raiders- ESPN
After a 2020 season defined by late-game failures, the Raiders hope they did enough in free agency and the draft to bolster their defense.

Aaron Rodgers saga is all too familiar in Green Bay, and Brett Favre knows it well – The Athletic
Aaron Rodgers' summer of discontent feels to Packers fans a lot like another star QB's (Favre's) discontent with management 14 years ago.

NFL 100: At No. 88, Darrell Green, whose blazing speed made him 'unbelievable' – The Athletic
Green, arguably Washington's greatest player, never viewed himself as special despite a 20-year career and two Super Bowl titles.

Agent's Take: Which players will reset the market at their positions? Watch out for Davante Adams, T.J. Watt - CBSSports.com
A look at the best candidates to set the standard with their new deals.

Fantasy Football Rankings 2021: Sleepers from advanced model that predicted A.J. Brown's big season - CBSSports.com
SportsLine simulated the NFL season 10,000 times and identified must-draft Fantasy football sleepers 2021.