Pre-Snap Reads 7/2: Are the 2024 Seahawks underrated?

As the offseason shuffles along, one prevailing point heard throughout our Seattle Seahawks podcast-dom is that the previous coordinators did not properly utilize the talent presented to them. Both offensive and defensive players were mis-schemed and asked to take on tasks either beyond their abilities or experience level. Subsequently, those coaches are not in the building anymore, their parking passes having been revoked. Another oft-stated point heard this offseason is that our new coaching staff is particularly marvelous at getting the best out of each and every player in their purview. Logic would persist that our squad, on balance, will perform much better this upcoming season. What say you? Are the ‘Hawks underrated? Will they surprise the league, and possibly yourselves, by advancing in the playoffs? Or, do you expect more of the same from the ‘Hawks, struggling to hover around .500?

#np My Ship by Melissa Aldana

Seahawks News

'Seahawks are best "off-the-radar" team going into season' - Seaside Joe
Will Seahawks surprise people in 2024? Seaside Joe 1948

Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II proposes to girlfriend - Seahawks Wire
Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II proposes to girlfriend

Why Leslie Frazier could be so valuable for Seattle Seahawks - Seattle Sports
Brock Huard and Bob Stelton explain how new assistant head coach Leslie Frazier could make a big impact on the Seattle Seahawks.

PHOTOS: Seahawks Host Two-Part Coaching Clinic - Seahawks.com
The Seahawks hosted a two-part coaching clinic with USA Football for youth tackle and girls flag coaches at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton, Washington on June 29th, 2024.

Could Seattle Seahawks Look to Move Tyler Lockett At Some Point in 2024 Season? - Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
While he doesn't look to be going anywhere right now, depending how the season turns outs, Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett could be a midseason trade target.

NFC West News

49ers news: Which Day 3 pick from the ‘24 class has the best chance to succeed? - Niners Nation
You have multiple options at different positions from the 2024 San Francisco 49ers draft class

Can Rookie WR Jacob Cowing Earn a Role in the 49ers' Offense? - Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
It'll be tough for rookie receiver Jacob Cowing to see the field give the abundance of talent the 49ers have on offense, but it's not impossible for him to get opportunities.

Cardinals safety Budda Baker 'big leader' for young defense - ESPN
Baker, the second-longest tenured Cardinal on the roster, wants to stay in Arizona after his contract expires at season's end.

Three Cut Candidates for Arizona Cardinals - Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
The Arizona Cardinals will surely depart with some veterans - here's who it could be.

Arizona Cardinals cornerback room full of youth, intrigue and uncertainty heading into 2024 - Revenge of the Birds
Lets take a look at the Arizona Cardinals cornerback room heading into training camp.

Matthew Stafford film study: Rams QB wins with ‘world class anticipation’ - Turf Show Times
In a 3-part series on Matthew Stafford, The QB School talks the highs and lows for Rams QB

Rams News: Sean McVay Breaks Down Huge Upside Of Free Agent Offensive Lineman - Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay spoke about the huge upside of free agent offensive lineman addition.

Around The NFL

Does Bo Nix even have real competition as Broncos' starting QB? - Yahoo Sports
The Broncos' selection of Nix 12th overall was controversial in the first place, and everyone else in their quarterback room as training camp approaches is established non-starter talent.

NFL offseason power rankings: No. 23 Los Angeles Chargers should be rejuvenated by Jim Harbaugh's NFL return - Yahoo Sports
The Chargers got a character in Jim Harbaugh, and a good coach too.

Three takeaways from Jim Harbaugh's first offseason as Chargers coach - ESPN
Here's how the team's veteran stars have responded to Harbaugh, plus a look at the rookies making an impact.

State of the Houston Texans: What will C.J. Stroud and Co. do for an encore after 2023's breakthrough? - NFL.com
As a rookie, C.J. Stroud helped Houston surge into first place in the AFC South and then win a playoff game in spectacular fashion. What's next for the wunderkind QB and this upstart team? Adam Rank explores the state of the Texans heading into the 2024 N

Move the Sticks: Building a perfect fantasy football team with Marcas Grant (Part 1) - NFL.com
Bucky Brooks is back with a new episode of Move the Sticks.

CeeDee Lamb, Ja’Marr Chase and one player contract worth watching for every NFL team - The Athletic
Whether it's Tua Tagovailoa's deal or finding the right price for Brandon Aiyuk, NFL teams have plenty work to do at the negotiating table.

Ranking top 20 offensive tackles for 2024: 49ers' Trent Williams remains No. 1 over rising All-Pro at position - CBSSports.com
The top-20 offensive tackles heading into the 2024 season

2024 NFL offensive line rankings: Lions take top spot, led by Penei Sewell and Frank Ragnow - PFF
We rank all 32 NFL offensive lines ahead of the 2024 season, beginning with the Detroit Lions.