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Former Longhorn Tyrone Swoopes promoted to active NFL roster from practice squad

Former Longhorn Tyrone Swoopes promoted to active NFL roster from practice squad

Former Longhorns’ quarterback Tyrone Swoopes has made an NFL roster – but not as a quarterback. Swoopes transitioned to tight end in his first year in the NFL, and was promoted to the Seattle Seahawks’ roster to replace the injured Ed Dickson.

Aug 18, 2018; Carson, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Derwin James (33) defends Seattle Seahawks tight end Tyrone Swoopes (46) during the second half at StubHub Center. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports

Swoopes started only one of his four years at Texas, his sophomore season in 2014. That year, he threw for 2409 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions on 58.3% passing. Swoopes was a threat on the ground as well, with 966 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns over the course of his career.

The Seahawks promoted Swoopes due to need at the tight end position, where they have been injury struck all year. Ed Dickson is the latest tight end to go on IR, after Will Dissly’s season-ending injury and Luke Willson’s lingering hamstring injury.

Jacob Hollister continues to be a great pickup for Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll is thrilled with the performance of young tight end Jacob Hollister so far this season.

The Seattle Seahawks have had a healthy 2019 season across the board, with one glaring exception: the tight end position.

Season ending injuries to both Will Dissly and Ed Dickson, the latter just days after he was designated to return from the injured reserve, as well as veteran Luke Willson’s recent hamstring injury have left the Seahawks with few options.

Jacob Hollister, who began the year on the practice squad, has been forced to step into the leading role at that spot over the last month or so.

Hollister has not only filled in the usual run-blocking duties of a Seattle tight end, he has also established himself as a reliable pass-catcher and playmaker for Russell Wilson and the rest of this Seattle offense.

“Jake’s been a stud,” coach Pete Carroll commented on Monday. “He’s taken a lot of hits, he’s delivered a lot of them, man he’s playing good ball. He’s just doing such a good job. I’m so fired up for Jake. Talk about a great pickup. There’s a great pickup for us you know. He’s coming through for us in a big way. Still contributing in a big way on special teams too. I’m really excited about that.”

Hollister had two catches for 22 yards on Sunday against the Eagles, but if it weren’t for a shockingly misplaced throw from Wilson, a wide open Hollister would have easily hauled in his fourth touchdown in the last three games.

The Seahawks are hoping to get Willson back shortly, but fans can bet that Hollister will remain a crucial part of this team’s offense over the last five games of the regular season.

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Pete Carroll explains why Ed Dickson went back on IR

The Seahawks placed TE Ed Dickson back on the injured reserve just days after he was activated to the roster.

The Seattle Seahawks placed tight end Ed Dickson back on injured reserve just days after he was activated to the 53-man roster. The move seemed strange considering coach Pete Carroll had said Dickson would likely be ready for a full workload at the start of the week.

Carroll explained the unexpected move during his Friday afternoon press conference.

“We stepped up his work in the first couple days knowing that we were earnestly working to get ready,” Carroll said. “He’s just not ready. It’s unfortunate and I feel bad for him and all, but [placing him on IR is] just the right thing to do. He’s not ready to play yet. He was ready to get back to practice. He did that. When we pushed it up, you could just tell. We had to move him back to IR. The only way we could get him, we had to activate him on Wednesday to make him available.”

Had Seattle not made the roster move by Wednesday’s deadline, Dickson would not have been able to return this season.

“We had a good day’s work, and you could tell,” Carroll said. “I sat with him and talked about it and talked through it. He understood. He could tell. He doesn’t quite feel as ready as he needs to be.”

Seattle activated Tyrone Swoopes from the practice squad to take Dickson’s spot on the 53-man roster.

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Seahawks place TE Ed Dickson on IR, promote Tyrone Swoopes

The Seattle Seahawks placed TE Ed Dickson back on the injured reserve, promoting Tyrone Swoopes from the practice squad to take his place.

Ed Dickson’s second season with the Seattle Seahawks was over nearly as soon as it began. The veteran was placed back on the injured reserve just two days after he was activated, meaning he will not play a single snap in the 2019 season.

The Seahawks recalled tight end Tyrone Swoopes from the practice squad to take his place on the active roster. Swoopes will likely serve as the backup tight end behind Jacob Hollister, with Luke Willson (hamstring) not expected to suit up on Sunday against the Eagles.

Dickson missed the first six games of the 2018 season on the injured reserve before coming back and hauling in three touchdowns down the stretch. Seattle no doubt hoped for more of the same from the veteran in 2019, but a lingering knee injury never managed to resolve itself, ending his season and putting the 32-year-old’s career in jeopardy.

Swoopes originally joined the Seahawks as an undrafted free agent in 2017, converting from quarterback to tight end. He has appeared in two games over the past two seasons, hauling in one reception.

Sunday will likely be his first game on the active roster in 2019, and he could see regular action for Seattle at least until Willson is healthy.

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Report: Seahawks tight end Ed Dickson headed back to injured reserve

In an unexpected turn of events, Seahawks TE Ed Dickson – who was just activated this week – could be headed back to the injured reserve.

Just days after the Seattle Seahawks activated tight end Ed Dickson back to the 53-man roster, he might be headed back to the injured reserve.

A report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler indicates that’s exactly what is likely to happen.

“Seahawks expected to place TE Ed Dickson back on IR, according to sources,” Fowler tweeted early Thursday evening. “Dickson was activated this week but there’s concern over his recovery from injury.”

This report contradicts what coach Pete Carroll had said earlier in the week – that Dickson would actually be able to carry a full workload Sunday against the Eagles.

“He’s going to play a regular load if the week works out fine,” Carroll said Wednesday. “He’s been conditioning for a long time. He’s been practicing with us for quite a while. He should be ready to go. Weight’s in a good spot. He looks like he’s in good shape. He won’t play the whole game because we’ll be moving guys in and out. We expect him to play a regular role.”

If the Seahawks do place Dickson back on the injured reserve, they will undoubtedly have to active Tyrone Swoopes up from the practice squad.

This story is continuing to develop.

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Tight end Ed Dickson expected to see regular workload in Philadelphia

Activated back to the roster from the injured reserve, Seahawks tight end Ed Dickson is expected to see a full workload against the Eagles.

The Seattle Seahawks will be getting some extra help at the tight end position now that Ed Dickson has been officially activated back to the 53-man roster from the injured reserve.

The timing is critical for Seattle with fellow tight end Luke Willson battling a hamstring issue.

“It was a great time for him to be available to us,” coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday. “He wanted to get back a couple weeks ago. We couldn’t fit it in. Luke is kind of opening the door for him. I know you guys are probably wondering to ask about – because he has a hamstring, we can ask about that. Luke has been such an extraordinary healer over the years that I know there’s no category for it, but we’re going to call him probable. Even though it doesn’t exist, you never know.

“Ed coming back is great. He’s really excited to contribute and help out.”

Dickson has yet to see a game this season, but he looks to figure immediately into the plan this week in Philadelphia.

“He’s going to play a regular load if the week works out fine,” Carroll confirmed. “He’s been conditioning for a long time. He’s been practicing with us for quite a while. He should be ready to go. Weight’s in a good spot. He looks like he’s in good shape. He won’t play the whole game because we’ll be moving guys in and out. We expect him to play a regular role.”

The Seahawks and Eagles are set to square off Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. PT.

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Seahawks activate tight end Ed Dickson, waive cornerback Jamar Taylor

The Seattle Seahawks activated tight end Ed Dickson off the injured reserve, waiving veteran cornerback Jamar Taylor to make room.

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The Seattle Seahawks made a long-awaited move on Wednesday, activating veteran tight end Ed Dickson off the injured reserve, a mere hours before the deadline that would have prevented him from playing all season.

In order to make room on the roster, the team waived nickel cornerback Jamar Taylor.

After clearing the 53-man roster, Dickson began the season on the injured reserve with a knee injury for the second year in a row. He returned last year and hauled in 12 receptions (on 13 targets) for 143 yards and three touchdowns – serving primarily as a run-blocker.

The Seahawks will certainly hope for more of the same from the veteran, who will be counted on in a big role following the season-ending injury to Will Dissly and the current hamstring injury that Luke Willson is battling.

Taylor struggled in Seattle’s last game against San Francisco out of the nickel position, and the recent performance of rookie Ugo Amadi may have prompted his release.

“He’s one of those guys that have been with us long enough, it’s time for him to get some more opportunities,” Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said regarding Amadi on Monday. “Still a great competitor for us on a number of positions for us for playtime. Coming off the break we have a chance to revisit some of that stuff so, if it fits with different positions, and guys, and individuals, we’re looking to take advantage of that.”

Taylor signed with Seattle this offseason, got cut, and signed back with the team after Week 1. He’s played in nine games this year, recording 20 combined tackles and three passes defended, but has struggled in pass coverage.

The Seahawks also added linebacker Pita Taumoepenu to the practice squad, taking the spot vacated by Adrian Colbert’s departure to Miami.

Taumoepenu was a sixth-round pick by the 49ers back in 2017. He spent training camp with the Cardinals but was waived/injured during roster cuts and eventually waived off the injured reserve in September.

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Ed Dickson likely to return in light of Luke Willson’s absence

A hamstring injury is likely to keep tight end Luke Willson out for the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12 – but veteran Ed Dickson could return.

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The Seattle Seahawks are unlikely to be with veteran tight end Luke Willson on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles after he suffered a legit hamstring injury last week against the San Francisco 49ers.

“Luke’s working at it,” coach Pete Carroll reported on Monday. “It’s going to take Luke a bit. I don’t think he’ll have a chance to make it back this week. So, we’ll see what happens there.”

Losing Willson is another big blow to Seattle’s tight end group, which is already without Will Dissly who suffered a season-ending achilles injury in Week 5.

The Seahawks have also been without Ed Dickson all year, as the veteran spent the second consecutive season on the injured reserve to begin the campaign.

However, Dickson is eligible to return to the active roster, and in Willson’s absence it seems almost certain that he will take his spot next week.

“There’s a really good chance,” Carroll said of Dickson’s return. “We’ve been waiting for the opportunity to get Ed to go. We’re thinking that’s where we would go with this. Wednesday we have to declare, so we’ll take care of business by then. There’s a really good chance that’s gonna happen.”

Dickson needs to be activated by Wednesday or else he will have to miss the entire 2019 season. It sounds like his health is no longer an issue, so this should clear space for him to contribute at tight end alongside Jacob Hollister for Seattle.

Finding a spot on the active roster might be more difficult. The team could opt to place Luke Willson on the injured reserve, or they could cut receiver John Ursua who has only been active one game this season.

Regardless, don’t be surprised to see Dickson make his season debut on Sunday when the Seahawks take on the Eagles in Philadelphia.

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Jacob Hollister gives Seahawks the complete package at tight end

The Seattle Seahawks may be down to their last tight end, but Jacob Hollister has exceeded expectations over the past few games.

The Seattle Seahawks have suffered multiple injuries at the tight end position this season.

For the second year in a row, the team did not begin the season with veteran Ed Dickson, who started the last two seasons on the injured reserve and remains there still – although he’s expected to be back in Week 12.

Then, also for the second year in a row, the Seahawks lost Will Dissly to a season-ending injury, this time to his achilles heel.

As if that wasn’t enough, a hamstring injury is currently ailing Luke Willson as well, leaving the team with just one true healthy tight end on the roster – former practice squad player Jacob Hollister.

However, Hollister has more than risen to the occasion, hauling in his first three career touchdowns in the last two games, including a game-winner in overtime against Atlanta.

Hollister has immediately proven to be a capable red zone target for Russell Wilson, and coach Pete Carroll believes his previous football experience helped develop the chemistry between the two.

“Jacob is just a good ball player,” Carroll commented. “He’s a really good football player. I think he’s a really good all-around athlete and I love that he was a quarterback growing up and played other sports. He’s just a really good ball player. He’s tough as hell. He’s delivering blows and taking hits. Competing like crazy. It shows up.”

Hollister came to the Seahawks from the Patriots for a seventh round pick over the offseason. He immediately made a great impression on the team during training camp and in the preseason. Although he did not make the active roster, he was quickly added to the team’s practice squad and was activated in Week 6.

Hollister’s first few games saw him contribute primarily on special teams, but his performance on those units helped boost Carroll’s confidence in his young tight end.

“When a guy is really good on special teams and he gives great effort in blocking and he catches the football, that’s a complete package guy,” Carroll continued. “I think Jacob is going to be a tremendous asset for us going down there. I don’t think this is any fluke or anything. He’s just a good football player. He’s learned well.”

Hollister has showed up in a big way in the passing game these past few games, but a big part of Seattle’s offense involves blocking up front from the tight end, which is what makes players like Dickson, Willson, Dissly and tackle-turned-tight end George Fant appealing.

While Hollister’s size limits him as a run blocker, Carroll still appreciates the effort.

“He gives us great effort; he gives us everything he’s got,” Carroll continued. “He’s not a big guy so, he has to really work hard. Technique-wise his footwork is really good, his hand placement is good, and he fights you. We’re getting everything we can from him and that’s all we can ask.”

Hollister and the Seahawks will enjoy Sunday’s slate of games from home before they get set to take on the Eagles in Philadelphia in Week 12.

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Seahawks tied for 2nd-most players on the injured reserve

The Seattle Seahawks are no stranger to the injury bug. They’re still finding ways to win despite having one of the highest injury totals.

Injuries, like in any sport, are a part of the game of football. Some injuries can derail seasons and others can, unfortunately, end careers. The Seattle Seahawks are no stranger to the injury bug, but they aren’t letting it impact them this year.

Heading into their bye week, the Seahawks are tied with the Texans, Jaguars, and Broncos with 13 players on the injured reserve. That is good for the second total, behind only the Falcons. Of that group, Seattle surpasses only the Falcons in terms of money on the IR.

The teams at the top of the list, at least financially, lost their starting quarterbacks. The Seahawks find themselves near the top in both categories because of the sheer quantity of players on the IR – although they have been fortunate that the impact felt by many of those losses has been minimal. As such, the team’s record is 8-2, and they just dethroned the last undefeated team in the league.

One of the biggest contributors to Seattle’s cap money tied to the IR is tight end Ed Dickson, who is expected to be activated soon. His return will be a big help on the field, which only adds to the potential of this team down the stretch.

Even though the Seahawks haven’t lost a player like Ben Roethlisberger or Cam Newton, they are still stinging from the losses of starting center Justin Britt and tight end Will Dissly.

Hopefully, the “big money” injury (a la Russell Wilson or Tyler Lockett) isn’t on the horizon and the team can continue to heal.

On the other end of the bye week, the Seahawks will be taking on the  Eagles, likely with the help of Dickson.

A healthy Dickson not only lowers the amount of money tied up on the injured reserve, but it also gives Seattle more depth at a key area of need for the rest of the season.

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