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The NFL Divisional Round is here! We start with the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs in the early afternoon, followed by Dan Quinn’s Washington Commanders against the Detroit Lions on Saturday night. We continue with the Los Angeles Rams against our temporarily beloved Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday afternoon, then wrap up with the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills in the late afternoon/early evening.
In the meantime, check out these links. Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator talk, draft talk, playoff stuff, coaching changes around the NFL, and more. Terrance will be back either Sunday or Monday. I don’t have any music recommendations for you.
Seattle Seahawks News
An insider’s take on Seattle Seahawks OC candidate Byron Leftwich – Seattle Sports
Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat writer Rick Stroud gives the scoop on Byron Leftwich, the latest name to emerge in the Seattle Seahawks OC search.
How Coordinator Candidates Could Impact Seattle Seahawks’ Personnel Decisions – All Seahawks
Finding a replacement for Ryan Grubb will be the Seahawks first order of business, but that choice will likely have ripple effects on the roster.
(2) Draft Rules: Know Your Number – Seaside Joe
How to get the most out of media’s draft season
Blue Friday Fodder: Cash, Not Cap, May Limit Seahawks – Hawk Blogger
Expect an OC by next week.
Around the NFC West
Rams TE Tyler Higbee has no injury designation – NBC Sports
Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (chest) returned to full participation in Friday’s practice and has no designation for Sunday.
A big thank you from LA Rams to Arizona Cardinals, in newsprint
The Los Angeles Rams took the time to thank the Arizona Cardinals and Phoenix area for their hospitality over the past week.
Ex-49er Dana Stubblefield denied bail ruling, to remain in prison – ESPN
A judge ruled Friday that he lacked jurisdiction to make a bail ruling for former Niners star Dana Stubblefield, whose 2020 rape conviction was vacated late last year.
The 49ers are willing to make Robert Saleh the highest-paid defensive coordinator in the NFL – Niners Nation
The lack of interviews are telling, and the 49ers could very well be playing the waiting game for Robert Saleh and Nick Sorensen
Saquon Barkley questions Jared Verse calling out Eagles fans – ESPN
Philadelphia’s Saquon Barkley believes that Rams’ Jared Verse calling out Eagles fans was ‘probably not the smartest thing to say.’
Around the NFL
Ravens list WR Zay Flowers (knee) as doubtful vs. Bills – ESPN
Pro Bowl wide receiver Zay Flowers is doubtful for the Ravens’ game Sunday in Buffalo. Flowers missed last week’s game with a right knee injury.
Sources — Longtime exec Robyn Glaser set to leave Patriots – ESPN
Executive vice president of football business Robyn Glaser, who joined the Patriots in 2007, plans to resign from her post, sources told ESPN. She plans to work through mid-February.
Commanders K Zane Gonzalez discusses viral OCD moment – ESPN
National TV cameras picked up Gonzalez’s pre-kick routine, which led to a mix of responses, and a response from his wife.
Broncos fire special teams coach Ben Kotwica, sources say – ESPN
The Broncos have fired special teams coordinator Ben Kotwica, sources confirmed to ESPN, after two costly gaffes by his unit during the regular season.
Cowboys complete interview with Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore – NBC Sports
The Cowboys announced they have completed an interview with Kellen Moore for their vacant coaching position, the team announced.
Panthers part ways with Nate Carroll as passing game coordinator – The Athletic
Bryce Young enjoyed late-season resurgence, but Carolina will seek new coach to guide passing game.
Miami Dolphins announced as designated team for 2025 NFL Madrid game – NFL.com
The National Football League today announced that the Miami Dolphins will play as the designated team in the historic first-ever regular-season game in Spain, as part of the 2025 International Games.
Ranking NFL’s top 10 free-agent signings of 2024: Divisional Round teams capitalized on open market
Which free-agent signings from last offseason paid immediate — and enormous — dividends to NFL teams? Bucky Brooks provides his top 10, with half of the featured players preparing for this weekend’s Divisional Round. Does Derrick Henry or Saquon Barkley