Pre-Snap Reads 9/9: Duane Brown speaks on compromise with Seahawks

“I’m not saving the world, Patty. I’m saving you.”

Seahawks News

Need for speed: How Seahawks' DK Metcalf became so electrifyingly fast – The Athletic
If you think Seattle's physically freakish receiver was just genetically blessed to be fast, think again. And he wants to be even faster.

Seahawks vs. Colts odds, lines, picks: Expert predictions for NFL week 1 game – The Athletic
See odds, expert selections and storylines for Sunday's Week 1 game between the Seahawks and Colts.

Brian Baldinger Weighs In On Seattle Seahawks S Jamal Adams' Extension, 2021 Expectations - Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
NFL Network analyst and former player Brian Baldinger has always been a Jamal Adams fan. But does he think Seattle made the right choice paying him north of $17 million per year? And could he take his game to another level with contract negotiations behind him?

Breaking Down Shane Waldron's Usage of Pre-Snap Motion, Fly Sweeps With Seahawks - Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
Yes, Seattle's preseason was rather dull. However, Matty F. Brown still learned a lot about Shane Waldron's usage of "fly" motion and how the Seahawks' offense will achieve success on these plays.

Pleased By Contract Compromise, Duane Brown 'Ecstatic' to Be Back in Uniform For Seattle Seahawks - Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
While Brown admitted he didn't get the long-term security he desired, the veteran tackle said there's no bad blood between him and the Seahawks and with the two sides reaching a compromise, he's fully focused on preparing to face the Colts on Sunday.

Ranked: The 5 best moves the Seahawks made during the 2021 offseason
With just a few days left before the Seahawks start the season in Indianapolis, Mike Salk ranks the five best offseason moves the team made.

Podcast Player - sports.MyNorthwest.com - Brock and Salk Podcast
The Hawks' kick off the 2021 season this Sunday, and after having watched virtually no starters in the preseason, Brock & Salk are left wondering what to expect when the Hawks take the field for the first time.

Heaps: Why Seahawks' Jamal Adams can take a 'massive leap' this year
When it comes to the Seahawks' defense, Jake Heaps has very high hopes for Jamal Adams taking a step forward to help that group in 2021.

Seahawks Mailbag: Vaccine Requirement, Cornerback Changes & More
You had Seahawks questions; we have answers.

Curtis Allen’s week one watch points (vs Colts) « Seahawks Draft Blog
The promise of a new season is exciting and intoxicating. Especially this year.

Duane Brown on Seahawks ‘compromise,’ Russell Wilson mending | Tacoma News Tribune
Seahawks’ Duane Brown says “a compromise,” not what he wanted, got him back practicing. Russell Wilson came to Brown after the QB’s comments about getting hit.

NFC West News

Cardinals GM Steve Keim: Playoffs are the Expectation in 2021 - Sports Illustrated Arizona Cardinals News, Analysis and More
Arizona Cardinals GM Steve Keim believes the team should reach the playoffs in 2021.

Red Rain: Fantasy Tips and Week 1 Picks with Paul Buker - Revenge of the Birds
What a fun and informative conversation we had with Paul Buker of Braintree MA whom I consider to be the Draft King of Draft Kings!

Assessing the Los Angeles Rams Wide Receiver depth behind Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods - Sports Illustrated LA Rams News, Analysis and More
A look at the Los Angeles Rams wide receiver depth behind Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods.

2021 Los Angeles Rams: 7 players who will BREAK OUT this year - Turf Show Times
Common critiques against the Rams are a top-heavy roster and a lack of first round draft picks. Can breakout contributors arise to take the team deep into the playoffs?

49ers injury report: Multiple defensive starters miss 1st practice of Week 1
The 49ers had a mixed bag of injury news on the first practice report of the regular season.

49ers news: Ranking the best dressed defensive linemen on the team after their 70s’ party - Niners Nation
Nearly the whole team got together for a party before the regular season begins, and dressed like they were ready to dance the night away.

Three burning questions for the 49ers heading into the regular season - Niners Nation
The reserves, George Kittle’s return to All-Pro form, and the state of the NFC West.

Around The NFL

Justin Herbert and Keenan Allen: The NFL's next great QB-WR duo? – The Athletic
Herbert has unlocked another level in Allen's game. "He's always open," Herbert said. "No seriously," Allen adds. "I am always open."

NFL Power Rankings, Week 1: Another Chiefs-Bucs battle, plus one big question for every team – The Athletic
The 2021 NFL regular season begins Thursday, and not every QB picture is as clear as the ones in Kansas City and Tampa Bay.

Amid 'a lot of unknowns,' Aaron Rodgers prepares to begin 17th season with Green Bay Packers
With their futures among many "unknowns" as Green Bay prepares to open the season Sunday in Jacksonville, Florida, Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers will focus on returning to the NFC Championship Game this season ... and winning it this time.

Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence draws Texans in NFL debut - National Football Post
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence will begin his NFL career immersed in hype befitting a No. 1 overall pick and someone seemingly destined for greatness the moment he took his first snap as a ballyhooed freshman at Clemson.

Texans put K Ka’imi Fairbairn on IR, sign Danny Amendola - National Football Post
The Houston Texans put Ka’imi Fairbairn on injured reserve Wednesday, meaning their starting kicker will miss at least the first three games of the season.

Cam Newton teases video to get things 'off my chest' - National Football Post
Free-agent quarterback Cam Newton promised to share “a lot of things that I need to get off my chest” soon.

Jameis Winston grateful for his second chance as a starter
Jameis Winston‘s last NFL start came Dec. 29, 2019, when he played for the Buccaneers against the Falcons. On Sunday, Winston officially will become Drew Brees’ successor.

Fantasy football rankings: Christian McCaffrey looks to return to MVP form in Week 1
he NFL regular season has finally arrived, and it's time to start getting some answers to this year's most pressing questions.

2021 DVOA Projections Predict Bucs-Chiefs Rematch | Football Outsiders
Updated DVOA projections have the Kansas City Chiefs higher than the projection from Football Outsiders Almanac 2021, predicting a Tampa Bay-Kansas City rematch in Super Bowl LVI. Green Bay and Denver are also up; New Orleans, Indianapolis, and Baltimore have all declined since the book.

Nine last-minute predictions for the 2021 NFL season: Josh Allen and the Bills reign supreme
Are Josh Allen and the Bills about to run roughshod over the NFL? Can Derrick Henry log ANOTHER 2,000-yard season? Is Daniel Jones doomed? Just prior to kickoff, Adam Schein has nine juicy, last-minute predictions for the 2021 season.

QB Index, Week 1: Ranking all 32 starters entering 2021 NFL season
Gregg Rosenthal ranks all 32 starting quarterbacks heading into the 2021 NFL season. Where does Tom Brady land in the pecking order? Who's the highest-rated rookie?

Rams-Bears preview: Where LA struggled and thrived vs Chicago last year - Turf Show Times
Which of those players are facing off again on Sunday?