Seahawks NT Jarran Reed talks about working with Cliff Avril, Michael Bennett

Reed is back in the fold, but he is not the only former Seahawks defensive lineman back.

The culture Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks have cultivated for the better part of two decades is truly something special. Players who have been in the program always seem to find their way back, even if the endings were a bit unceremonious.

One such player is defensive lineman Jarran Reed. After two years away from Seattle – enjoying stints in Kansas City and Green Bay – Reed is back in the fold. But he is not the only former Seahawks defensive lineman back. Michael Bennett and Cliff Avril – the two wrecking balls of the Legion of Boom’s defensive line – are still around. Although they are no longer playing, Bennett and Avril can still impact Seattle with their knowledge, which is what they did when they briefly coached.

Reed remembers his former teammates well, and had nothing but kind words to say about Bennett and Avril. Their presense even inspired him to work harder as well.

Reed could not be coming back to Seattle at a more perfect time. The Seahawks are in desperate need to improve their defensive line, which was ranked 30th against the run last year. Reed will need to keep working hard if Seattle wants to improve from their abysmal effort last year.

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Cliff Avril tells a story about Earl Thomas snapping on him at practice

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The Seattle Seahawks in their peak Legion of Boom days were the most entertaining and compelling group of athletes in the world. One reason they were so dominant was an unparalleled intensity. Sometimes that high motor resulted in clashes behind the scenes, though.

Earlier this week Cliff Avril was a guest on K.J. Wright’s podcast and he told a story about Earl Thomas snapping on him for eating sunflower seeds during a walkthrough practice. Watch.

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77 days till Patriots season opener: Every player to wear No. 77 for New England

Here’s a list of every Patriots player to wear the No. 77 jersey number.

Another week has gone, and the New England Patriots are now officially 77 days away from their 2023 regular season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.

That means we’re listing the players throughout the history of the organization that have worn the No. 77 jersey.

One of the current players that come to mind is offensive tackle Trent Brown, who might end up being one of the team’s most important players heading into the season. He’s a behemoth of a human being and one of the better blindside protectors in the league when he’s on his game.

Another former Patriot that has worn No. 77 that comes to mind is three-time Pro Bowler Michael Bennett. His stay with the Patriots was obviously short-lived, but there was a time when he was considered one of the best pass-rushers in the NFL.

Of course, there are plenty of others left to be named as well. Here’s every Patriots player that has worn the No. 77 jersey:

Kate Scott part of Seahawks 2023 preseason TV broadcast team

On Wednesday, the team announced their lineup of broadcasters for this year’s three preseason games.

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Preseason NFL football is an abomination any way you cut it, but at least the Seattle Seahawks are trying to make their TV broadcasts interesting. On Wednesday, the team announced their lineup of broadcasters for this year’s three preseason games. The group includes Kate Scott and Paul Silvi, as well as several former Seattle players, including Michael Robinson, Michael Bennett and newcomer K.J. Wright.

The legendary Scott is the headliner, as she’s the only woman to broadcast games for the NFL, NBA, NHL, college football and the Olympics. Normally she does play-by-play for the Philadelphia 76ers – which she says will continue after the summer detour to Seattle.

The Seahawks are scheduled to host the Vikings on Thursday, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. PT, followed by the Cowboys on Saturday, August 19, also at 7:00 p.m. Pacific. Their preseason slate ends with an early game in Green Bay against the Packers on Saturday, August 26 at 10:00 am.

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Michael Bennett shares a message for new Seahawks DE Mike Morris

Watch Bennett share a message for former Michigan defensive end and fifth-round Seattle draft pick Mike Morris.

You don’t have to get drafted in order to have a great career in the NFL. Few players are better proof of that than former Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett.

Watch Bennett share a message for former Michigan defensive end and fifth-round Seattle draft pick Mike Morris.

Top-five rated Ohio State defensive tackle recruits since 2000

Top five rated Ohio State defensive tackle recruits since 2000 #GoBucks

We have been diving into some of the more highly touted recruits in Ohio State history. We recently discussed the quarterbacks, running backswide receiverstight endsoffensive tacklesguards, center and defensive ends but we wanted to look into the history of recruiting defensive tackles.

There are some very interesting names on this top-five recruiting list and even though 247Sports only goes back to 2000, there are some memorable names. It is always fun to reflect on how some of these guys performed and whether or not they lived up to expectations. This list only confirms the insanity of talent Ohio State has had at the defensive tackle position and some of the interesting guys that just missed the cut are Quinn Pitcock, future NFL center, Billy Price and Cameron Heyward. Let’s dive into the list.

Seahawks great Michael Bennett asks Pete Carroll why he traded him

However, the real MVP of tonight’s game was the broadcast debut of former Seattle defensive end Michael Bennett.

DeeJay Dallas is having a pretty strong preseason game for the Seattle Seahawks, having totaled 90 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown with five minutes to go in the fourth quarter.

However, the real MVP of tonight’s game is the broadcast debut of former Seattle defensive end Michael Bennett, who’s brought some life to the team’s preseason coverage. Watch the irrepressible Bennett open his sideline interview with asking head coach Pete Carroll why he traded him.

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Michael Bennett and Michael Robinson to join Seahawks broadcast team

Former Seattle Seahawks fullback Michael Robinson and defensive end Michael Bennett will join the team’s preseason broadcast in 2022.

The Seattle Seahawks have announced the 2022 preseason broadcast information, including the addition of two former players to the mix – fullback Michael Robinson and defensive end Michael Bennett.

Two of the Seahawks’ preseason games will air on KING, channel 5 in the Seattle area. The Aug. 13 matchup at Pittsburgh and Aug. 26 contest at Dallas will be called by play-by-play announcer Curt Menefee and Robinson in the broadcast booth, along with Paul Silvi and Ray Roberts on the pre and postgame shows. Bennett will also join as an analyst throughout the broadcasts.

ESPN has the rights to the Aug. 18 home preseason game against the Bears.

Regarding the radio side of the broadcasts, Steve Raible and Dave Wyman will once again call the action on 710 am Seattle Sports and KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM with Jen Mueller reporting from the sidelines. Michael Bumpus will host the pre and postgame shows alongside former Seahawks Jordan Babineaux, Paul Moyer, Ray Roberts, Marcus Trufant and Robert Turbin.

Last but certainly not least, the Seahawks announced that former Seattle running back Marshawn Lynch will “act as a special correspondent for the team, where he will produce creative content for a variety of projects” later in the season.

The first preseason game of the summer is set for this Saturday against the Steelers.

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Marshawn Lynch to serve as ‘special correspondent’ for Seahawks

Suffice to say it will be appointment viewing.

The product on the field for the Seattle Seahawks will likely take a big step backwards this year. However, in the absence of Russell Wilson or any realistic hope of winning a playoff game, the team will have a few franchise legends helping to improve their off-the-field product this season.

In addition to fan favorites Michael Bennett and Michael Robinson joining the preseason broadcast team, Seattle says Marshawn Lynch will serve as a “special correspondent” later this season and will produce creative content on a variety of projects.

We can’t wait to see what the team has cooked up for Lynch. Suffice to say it will be appointment viewing.

For now, we leave you with his impression of Darth Vader.

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