Pre-Snap Reads 6/21: Derick Hall has a chance to build on a tough rookie year

Derick Hall may be another one of the Seattle Seahawks under-utilized and/or unrealized in the former Clint Hurtt defensive scheme. Next season, under the direction of a new band leader, there is a very good possibility that Hall, and several other ‘ Hawks players, will show marked improvement. Get excited. We have the talent. Now, we need Coach Macdonald to bring em all together.

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Seahawks News

Patriots RB contract sets tone for Ken Walker-Seahawks negotiations - Seaside Joe
When it's time to extend Ken Walker or Zach Charbonnet, the Rhamondre Stevenson deal will play a factor: Seaside Joe 1937

Seahawks get a B grade from ESPN for 2024 offseason moves - Seahawks Wire
The Seahawks made some massive changes to their organization this offseason. While the roster went through some significant turnover, the real difference is on the sidelines, where Seattle moved on from Pete Carroll as head coach after 14 years and hired Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald to replace him. Whatever the Seahawks have done to their roster, that was the biggest move of the year – and most experts approve. Seth Walder at ESPN just came out with letter grades for all 32 teams around the NFL for their moves this offseason.

What makes Seattle Seahawks' new D a 'conundrum' for QBs - Seattle Sports
NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger explains how new Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald's defense puts opposing quarterbacks in a bind.

Seahawks Mic'd Up: Geno Smith - Minicamp | 2024 Seattle Seahawks - Seahawks.com
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith was wired for sound for one of the team's minicamp practices.

Seattle Seahawks 90-Man Roundup: Will Derick Hall Improve Upon Quiet Rookie Season? - Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
After playing in 17 games as a rookie for the Seattle Seahawks, will Derick Hall build upon it and get his first sacks as an NFL player?

NFC West News

Red Rain Podcast: Can a Top-Paid QB/WR win a Super Bowl? - Revenge of the Birds
Can a QB/WR tandem that counts over a quarter of their team’s salary cap win a Super Bowl? Especially now that top QBs are making more than $50M a year and top WRs are making more than$34M? The...

Moves Arizona Cardinals Still Need to Make - Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
The Arizona Cardinals need to make these moves ahead of training camp, according to B/R.

Rams News: Can Jared Verse Challenge For DROY This Season? - Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
Will Los Angeles Rams rookie Jared Verse challenge for the Defensive Rookie of the Year award?

Rams Roster Prediction: Who’s a lock and a long shot in training camp? - Turf Show Times
How will the Rams roster shake out during training camp?

49ers news: How does Brock Purdy stack up against the NFL when using play-action? - Niners Nation
Taking a look how important play-action is to San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy’s success

Why the 49ers Won't Sign Brandon Aiyuk to an Extension - Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
The current situation on a contract extension between the 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk is not looking too great. It could very well maintain through training camp that prevents an agreement ever getting done.

Around The NFL

Dan Quinn reverses strict rule Commanders players had to follow - Larry Brown Sports
New Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has made a big change to a strict rule players had been subject to.

NFL offseason power rankings: No. 31 New England Patriots start over with Drake Maye and Jerod Mayo - Yahoo Sports
The Patriots' reign atop the NFL is already a distant memory. It's time for a fresh start with a new head coach and quarterback.

Collusion grievance over fully-guaranteed quarterback contracts goes to trial this summer - NBC Sports
The NFL's summer of law continues with a grievance sparked by Lamar Jackson's contract adventure.

2024 NFL offseason: Final moves for all 32 teams before camp - ESPN+
We suggested one final offseason move for all 32 NFL teams. Which signings and extensions should happen this 2024 offseason?

Travis Kelce, George Kittle highlight Tight End University - ESPN
The camp started by George Kittle, Travis Kelce and Greg Olsen continues to grow and featured QBs such as Dak Prescott.

2024 NFL season: One player to root for from each NFC team - NFL.com
With training camps just a month away, Dan Parr picks one player to root for from each NFC team in 2024. Why should fans be pulling for Giants QB Daniel Jones? Will a Packers journeyman have his moment?

Why Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons haven’t signed new deals, and when they could - The Athletic
Contracts for three of the Cowboys' cornerstones are in question. Is there a resolution in sight this summer?

Chiefs safety Justin Reid to handle kickoffs over Harrison Butker; veteran points out extra positive with move - CBSSports.com
Reid has seven career kickoff attempts with five touchbacks, and plenty of experience as a tackler

Eight key NFL training camp battles: Russell Wilson vs. Justin Fields and more - PFF
The biggest quarterback battle of the offseason will take place in Pittsburgh, with Justin Fields and Russell Wilson vying for the starting spot.