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Pre-Snap Reads 7/6: Seahawks O-Line might be the position group with the most upside

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With all the talk of the upgrades our Seattle Seahawks made at WR and CB a mildly forgotten bunch might be the offensive line. Basic American Football knowledge tells you a strong and stout line allows your team to control the flow of the game as well as the play-calling. If your trenches are good, the team is good. Exciting as the newest additions to the edges are, it may be the fellas in the middle of the field that make the biggest impact on the 2023 season. Two and a half weeks ‘til training camp.

Seahawks News

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NFC West News

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