Pre-Snap Reads 6/18: Dak Prescott, future Seattle Seahawk?

In Today’s Links: Seattle Seahawks Coach Macdonald chats it up, a little from Ray Roberts and the state of the offensive line; some more of those things we’ve learned from OTAs; and an update on Jerrick Reed II as he returns from injury. Get yours (links) and fuel up. Thanks for being here.

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Seahawks News

They'll never understand the Seahawks - Seaside Joe
Any ESPN writer who names Seahawks as potential 'Dak Prescott suitor' doesn't do their homework on franchise identities: Seaside Joe 1934

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald on why he likes joint practices - Seahawks Wire
For the first time since the 1991 season, the Seattle Seahawks will be participating in joint practices later on this summer.

Mike Macdonald discusses Seahawks’ plans for DK Metcalf in 2024 - Seahawks Wire
Here's what head coach Mike Macdonald had to say about Metcalf when he was a guest on NFL Network last week.

The biggest position battle on the Seattle Seahawks' O-line - Seattle Sports
Former Seattle Seahawks OL Ray Roberts explains why he sees right guard as the biggest position battle on Seattle's offensive line.

6 Things We Learned From The Seahawks 2024 Offseason Workout Program - Seahawks.com
Takeaways from the Seahawks’ first offseason under new head coach Mike Macdonald

Seattle Seahawks 90-Man Roundup: How Will Jerrick Reed II Bounce Back From Injury? - Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
A standout on special teams last season before suffering a torn ACL, Reed is returning to a safety room that is deep, but lacking premier talent. Will he have a role in 2024?

NFC West News

Why the 49ers rookie class could be the key for a Super Bowl in 2024 - Niners Nation
The 49ers have a good chance to follow a key trend that many Super Bowl winners have recently.

Brandon Aiyuk on stalled negotiations with 49ers: 'They don't want me back' - Yahoo Sports
Aiyuk has taken his contract negotiations to TikTok. Where do things stand between him and the 49ers?

SI's Albert Breer Says 49ers Defense is Less Top Heavy Than Last Year - Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
The 49ers' defense was extremely top-heavy last season. So the 49ers released Armstead this offseason and signed four defensive linemen. Now, Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer believes the 49ers have regained their depth.

Revisiting Reactions to Arizona Cardinals Hiring Jonathan Gannon - Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
As Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon enters Year 2 in the desert, we take a look back at who said what when he was hired.

How can Drew Petzing maintain a dynamic running game and elevate the team’s passing efficiency? - Revenge of the Birds
What offenses could the Cardinals try to emulate in 2024?

Sean McVay says lost purpose and perspective led to retirement thoughts - Turf Show Times
The Rams coach spoke openly about why he was thinking about leaving and what renewed his passion for the game

Rams Notes: McVay’s Retrospective, Stafford’s Deal, Rookie Revelations - Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
All things from the Rams over the last 24 hours!

Around The NFL

NFL makes major announcement about in-season edition of 'Hard Knocks' - Larry Brown Sports
The NFL and HBO Films made a major announcement about this year's in-season edition of 'Hard Knocks' on HBO

In Sunday Ticket trial, Roger Goodell defends Sunday Ticket as "premium product" - NBC Sports
Commissioner's testimony sparks broader coverage of major attack to the way the NFL does business.

Where has Patriots QB Drake Maye made strides this spring? - ESPN
Minicamp ended on a high note, Tom Brady is now a Patriots Hall of Famer and eight other notes from this past week.

Move the Sticks: Keys to being a successful undrafted player with Chris Harris Jr. - NFL.com
Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back with a new episode of Move the Sticks.

2024 NFL season: Ten biggest remaining roster holes - NFL.com
Who is the Steelers' WR2? Will the Commanders be able to protect rookie QB Jayden Daniels? Can Ezekiel Elliott still carry the load for the Cowboys? Kevin Patra identifies the 10 biggest roster holes remaining across the NFL.

State of the QB position in 2024: Five trends to know, including historic youth movement, richer deals - CBSSports.com
The QB position is seeing more impatience, money, injuries, youth and running than ever before

7 NFL teams under the most pressure to succeed in 2024 - PFF
Pressure is mounting for these NFL teams to compete for the playoffs and more in 2024, headlined by Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets.