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Projecting starters at Seahawks offensive tackle spots for Week 2

Here’s a review of the team’s options and depth at each position assuming Cross is out as well as Lucas.

It didn’t take long for the Seahawks offensive line to get shaken up. Right tackle Abe Lucas has been placed on injured reserve due to knee soreness, knocking him out until at least Week 7. Meanwhile, left tackle Charles Cross is day to day with turf toe and did not practice yesterday – an indication he’ll also be out on Sunday against the Lions.

Since the team learned that both Cross and Lucas are injured they have been very busy on this front. Seattle has signed two offensive linemen to their practice squad, bringing back Greg Eiland as well as signing 41-year old veteran Jason Peters. Yesterday, the Seahawks signed two more offensive linemen to their active roster, poaching offensive tackle Raiqwon O’Neal off the Buccaneers practive squad as well as tackle/guard combo McClendon Curtis off the Raiders practice squad.

Let’s break it all down and see if we can project who will wind up starting at each spot this week. Here’s a review of the team’s options and depth at each position – assuming Cross is out as well as Lucas.

Left tackle:

  • Charles Cross
  • Stone Forsythe
  • Raiqwon O’Neal
  • Jason Peters

The next man up on the depth chart after Cross is Stone Forsythe, which doesn’t inspire a ton of confidence given his experience level. The former sixth-round draft pick has only one start under his belt and has only been on the field for a total of 149 offensive snaps in his career. If head coach Pete Carroll doesn’t like Forsythe’s chances against Lions second-year edge Aidan Hutchinson, he may roll with one of the new tackles he brought in this week.

The nine-time Pro Bowler Jason Peters is the most-logical option to start here given his extensive experience at left tackle (200+ pro starts). However, it sounds like Peters won’t be ready to go until next week. That makes Raiqwon O’Neal the next-best option on the blindside for Seattle against Detroit. He played two years at Rutgers then transferred to UCLA last season, where he started 13 games at left tackle.

Prediction: Our best guess is that Forsythe will begin the game starting. However, it won’t take much for Carroll to pull him in favor of O’Neal.

Right tackle:

  • Abe Lucas
  • Jake Curhan
  • McClendon Curtis
  • Greg Eiland

On the other side we know for sure that Lucas is out, and this spot is the far more concerning one. While Forsythe somehow graded out well in pass protection according to PFF, Jake Curhan put in another poor grade, getting a 53.0 mark in pass blocking, the second lowest on the team. Curhan did well in run blocking (72.7) but that won’t help Geno Smith when Aidan Hutchinson lines up on that side and comes crashing into the backfield to pressure his throwing arm.

Next up on the depth chart is McLendon Curtis, one of several Senior Bowl darlings that Seattle was widely expected to pick on Day 3 of the draft. Curtis is one of the most highly-regarded undrafted rookie linemen in the league. While he doesn’t have Curhan’s experience, we’re willing to bet that his ceiling is higher.

Seattle also has Greg Eiland as a distant third option. He may be elevated from the practice squad this week for depth but it’s unlikely he will play significant snaps unless the other options both fail miserably or get injured.

Prediction: We’re going to go out on a limb here and pick Curtis to start over Curhan – who was the team’s worst offensive lineman last season and would be their weakest link up front if he does wind up starting.

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Former Hog Peters enters 20th NFL season after signing with Seahawks

Former Razorback Jason Peters has signed with Seattle for what looks to be his 20th NFL season.

It looks like former Razorback Jason Peters will get to play his 20th season in the NFL, after signing a deal with the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday.

The 41-year-old veteran offensive tackle had put teams on notice in the offseason that he wanted to return for one final season, before hanging up his cleats for good on a likely Hall of Fame career. As the season got under way this past weekend, the 9-time Pro Bowl tackle remained a free agent.

But after both of Seattle’s starting tackles suffered injuries in Sunday’s 30-13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, Peters was contacted to help provide some insurance for the Seahawks. Left tackle Charles Cross suffered a sprained toe and right tackle Abraham Lucas is dealing with soreness in his knee.

Peters is expected to initially be placed on the practice squad.

After coming to Arkansas as a defensive tackle in 2000, Peters was moved to tight end as a sophomore, eventually earning second-team All-SEC honors.

He went undrafted in 2004, but signed a free-agent deal with Buffalo, who eventually transitioned the big man to offensive tackle. He developed into one of the top linemen in the league during an 11-year stint in Philadelphia, where he became a 6-time All-Pro and was named to the Hall of Fame’s 2010s All-Decade team. He also won a Super Bowl ring with the Eagles in 2018.

Seahawks signing veteran LT Jason Peters

Obviously this is not a great sign for Cross or Lucas, but if there needs to be a backup plan Seattle would be hard pressed to find a better one than Jason Peters. 

The Seattle Seahawks suffered injuries to both their starting tackles, Charles Cross and Abe Lucas. While initial reports were positive from head coach Pete Carroll on Sunday following their Week 1 loss, it seems there are still lingering concerns for the two.

Apparently concerned enough to be bringing in a 41-year old veteran to the team. Although, it’s not just any veteran, it’s future Hall of Famer Jason Peters. It was announced Tuesday morning the member of the NFL’s All-Decade Team for the 2010’s would be signing with the Seattle Seahawks.

Peters has forged a remarkable NFL career during his now 20 years in the league. Originally an undrafted rookie with the Buffalo Bills in 2004, Peters spent the bulk of his prime with the Philadelphia Eagles. In his time with the Eagles, Peters helped deliver the first and only Lombardi Trophy to the City of Brotherly Love.

After two brief stints with the Chicago Bears and Dallas Cowboys, it seems Peters is still wanting to show he has some gas left in the tank. Obviously this is not a great sign for Cross or Lucas, but if there needs to be a backup plan Seattle would be hard pressed to find a better one than Jason Peters.

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Former Eagles’ left tackle Jason Peters is signing with the Seahawks ahead of Week 2

Former Philadelphia #Eagles’ legendary left tackle Jason Peters is signing with the Seattle Seahawks ahead of Week 2 matchup vs. Detroit Lions

The matchup is weeks away, but Eagles brass could get another look at future hall-of-fame left tackle Jason Peters.

Per his agents and Jordan Schultz, Peters is signing with the Seattle Seahawks, who are dealing with an injury to left tackle Charles Cross.

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Peters is a six-time All-Pro and nine-time Pro Bowler.

After going undrafted out of Arkansas in 2004, Peters signed with the Buffalo Bills before being traded to Philadelphia in 2009.

He flourished from there, playing 11 seasons for the Eagles and winning Super Bowl LII.

Following the 2020 season, Peters had 15 games for the Chicago Bears in 2021 and 10 games for the Dallas Cowboys in 2022.

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NFL Free Agency: OT Jason Peters to visit Seahawks tomorrow

According to a report by Ian Rapoport at NFL Network, the team is bringing in the 41-year old Peters for a free agent visit tomorrow.

The Seahawks are suddenly scrambling for offensive tackle depth after both Charles Cross (toe) and Abe Lucas (knee) suffered injuries in Sunday’s home loss to the Rams. Apparently one option they’re considering is signing long-time veteran Jason Peters.

According to a report by Ian Rapoport at NFL Network, the team is bringing in the 41-year old Peters for a free agent visit tomorrow.

Head coach Pete Carroll later confirmed that the team is in talks with Peters.

While he’s mostly played left tackle, Peters has also put in time at right tackle – so in theory he might be able to take over at either spot. He played 10 games for the Cowboys last season, bringing his career total to 238.

The Seahawks have also re-signed Greg Eiland to their practice squad for extra depth here.

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The former Arkansas Razorback is hoping to play a 20th season in a likely Hall of Fame career.

 

Free agent offensive tackle Jason Peters has let the New York Jets know he is is willing to suit up for one more season if they just pick up the phone, according to Kyle Brandt of NFL Network’s Good Morning Football on Wednesday.

The 41-year-old former Arkansas Razorback, has played 19 NFL seasons in what is likely to be a Hall of Fame career. After going undrafted as a tight end in 2003, he became a nine-time Pro Bowler, and was named to the league’s 2010s All-Decade Team. He has previously stated that he wants to play a 20th and final season, before hanging up the cleats for good.

Peters ended up signing a free-agent deal with Buffalo after leaving Arkansas. He has spent his NFL career with four franchises, most notably as the anchor of Philadelphia’s offensive line, from 2009-20. He spent his first five seasons with the Bills, who converted him from tight end to tackle. He was a full-time starter in Chicago in 2021, then filled in as a reserve in Dallas last season.

“You can have a Hall of Fame quarterback,” Saleh said. “You can have two $10 million-plus receivers. You can have a reigning offensive rookie of the year. You can have all kinds of skill in the running back room. None of it (expletive) matters until the big boys up front change who the (expletive) we are.”

With tackles Duane Brown and Mekhi Becton currently battling injuries, questions are still lingering about how offensive line will perform in front of new $75M quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

With the season-opener against Buffalo just over two weeks away, the Jets are looking to make the playoffs for the first time in 13 years. Peters could be an ideal fit, certainly to provide depth, as well as adding a strong veteran presence at tackle.

3 last-minute free agent pickups the Saints should target

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We’ve got a better idea of which positions the New Orleans Saints should reinforce after two preseason games and a month of training camp practices, but time is running out with roster cuts looming a week away — and the start of the regular season sitting just beyond that.

And, as always in the NFL, it all starts in the trenches for the Saints. Their pass rush has been erratic throughout the summer and poor depth along the offensive line is a problem that isn’t going away. There are other areas of need, but those should be top priority. It’s possible that young guys can continue to develop and overcome those concerns, but the Saints have enough resources and high standards that shouldn’t let them feeling content about who they have in the building.

New Orleans has been proactive in bringing in veteran backups like linebacker Jaylon Smith, safety Johnathan Abram, running back Darell Williams, and wide receiver/returns specialist Lynn Bowden Jr. That same enterprising approach should extend to other positions.

The latest estimates from Over The Cap give the Saints $11.3 million to spend on fine-tuning their team, and none of these players would break the bank. With that in mind, here’s a quick list of veteran free agents who make a lot of sense for what the Saints still need to build this team:

Former Hog Peters hoping for 20th NFL season

Jason Peters is hoping that a NFL team gives him one more look before he decides to call it a career.

Jason Peters will likely be one of the next former Arkansas Razorbacks elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, after spending the past two decades as one of the game’s premier offensive linemen.

But before riding into the sunset, the 41-year-old Peters wants to saddle up one more time, for his 20th and final season. Unfortunately, with the regular season slated to kick off in three weeks, the 9-time Pro Bowl tackle remains a free agent.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Friday that Peters is still hoping to get a call from a team looking for help up front. He played in Dallas last season and suffered a hip injury during the Cowboys’ wild-card win over Tampa Bay, but now appears to be healthy and ready to sign, if a team is willing to pick up the phone.

Several teams, including the Bills, Patriots and Buccaneers, seem to be desperate for offensive line depth.

Peters arrived at Arkansas in 2000 as an athletic defensive tackle from Queen City, Texas. After spending his freshman year as a reserve defensive lineman, the athletic 320-pounder was then moved across the line to tight end as a sophomore, where he caught four passes for 37 yards. The following season, he hauled in 21 catches for 218 yards and four touchdowns — as well as registering 61 knockdown blocks — which earned him second-team All-SEC honors.

After going undrafted in 2004, Peters signed a free-agent deal with Buffalo, who eventually transitioned the big man to offensive tackle. And the rest is still history in the making.

In addition to his Pro Bowl appearances, Peters is a 6-time All-Pro and was named to the Hall of Fame’s 2010s All-Decade team. He also won a Super Bowl ring with Philadelphia in 2018.

Peters spent the first five years of his career with the Bills, but will mostly be remembered for his stellar 11 years as the anchor of the Eagles’ offensive line. He played the 2021 season in Chicago, before appearing in 10 games for the Cowboys last season. He has started in 219 of his 238 NFL games played.

The NFL’s best available free agents as training camps begin

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Rookies and veterans are reporting to training camps around the NFL, which means that our long national nightmare of life without professional football is nearly over. Yay, but for a lot of veterans in the league, there’s still an element of waiting by the phone to hear from their agents regarding interests from NFL teams.

Not every veteran — even veterans who are still playing at a high level — have homes when training camps start. A lot of the players listed below will find those homes before preseason games begin in early August, and some will have to wait longer. (Yes, there are veterans who would prefer to eschew training camp entirely, and that has something to do with it).

So, as we head into the pre-preseason, here are the best players who, at this point, are still looking for their new NFL destinations.