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In Today’s Links: a mailbag, a bit on Ernest Jones and his future, Abe Lucas and his injuries, Geno Smith and his QB1 status on the Seattle Seahawks, numbers of note, and more! What are your opinions regarding Sunday’s game? Should we sit starters and see what we’ve got going into next year? Or do we do our best to try and win a tenth game on the season? Let us know in the comments below. 2024 has been rough, for a number of reasons. Here’s hoping 2025 provides a bit of a smother path. Thanks for being here.
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Seahawks News
Did Seahawks meet your expectations? – Seaside Joe
Re-visiting pre-season Seahawks fan survey
It’s 2025. Will Ernest Jones stay with Seahawks? He says ‘everything is going that way’ – The News Tribune
The middle linebacker transformed Seattle’s defense after his trade in late October. The Seahawks’ next task is to keep him.
Bump: 3 O-linemen for Seattle Seahawks to target in free agency – Seattle Sports
Michael Bumpus names three potential free agents for the Seattle Seahawks to pursue this offseason at one of their biggest areas of need.
Seattle Seahawks Injury Report: OT Lucas has issue besides knee – Seattle Sports
Details on the Seattle Seahawks’ first injury report of the week before their season finale on the road Sunday against the Rams.
The Seahawks Can’t Make The Playoffs, But They Can Continue ‘Building Upon Our Foundation’ In Season Finale – Seahawks.com
Despite seeing their playoff hopes end in Week 17, the Seahawks will still have plenty of motivation when they face the Rams on Sunday.
Seahawks Mailbag: Future Opponents, Offensive Line Investment & More – Seahawks.com
You had Seahawks questions; we have answers.
By the Numbers: Dissecting Why the Seattle Seahawks Missed the Playoffs – Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
The Seahawks are officially eliminated from playoff contention. How did this happen? Let’s dive into the numbers.
Is Geno Smith About to Play His Way Off the Seahawks? – The Sea Hawkers Podcast
With the Seattle Seahawks now sitting outside the playoffs, the conversation turns to the potential for closing the season with a win and if this could be the final game with Geno Smith at the helm.
NFC West News
Kyle Shanahan says Josh Dobbs will start for 49ers against Cardinals – Niners Nation
With Brock Purdy out, Josh Dobbs will make his first start with the 49ers on Sunday.
Kyle Shanahan Explains Why the 49ers Passed 16 Straight Times vs. Det – Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
On Wednesday, Shanahan was asked why he abandoned the run against the Lions. Here’s what Shanahan said.Arizona Cardinals Address Post-Bye Blues – Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
The Arizona Cardinals haven’t played their brand of football since their bye week, and they know it.
Cardinals are on the clock in Round 1, you make the call – Revenge of the Birds
Which of these 5 prospects jumps out at you?
Rams Stock Report: Sean McVay must figure out issues with the offense – Turf Show Times
Can Sean McVay figure out the issues with the Rams offense before it’s too late?
Rams’ Sean McVay’s Fourth Division Title Cements Legacy – Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
Los Angeles Rams HC Sean McVay earned his fourth NFC West title in week 17, securing the Rams’ first division title since 2021.
Around The NFL
NFL Week 18 contract incentives: Marquee names could land big money – Yahoo Sports
Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans could be in for a big Sunday, in more ways than one. DeAndre Hopkins, meanwhile, needs a little help from Patrick Mahomes.
Colts’ Anthony Richardson says back injury kept him from standing or walking, could be chronic condition – Yahoo Sports
Richardson said a MRI revealed “a disc thing” that “might be chronic.”
Saquon Barkley: I was down to play, OK with sitting too – NBC Sports
Barkley had a chance to set the NFL’s single-season rushing record in Week 18.
NFL All-Pro team 2024: 50 best players, picks at every position – ESPN
Who have been the NFL’s actual best players this season? Bill Barnwell makes his first- and second-team All-Pro picks for 2024.
Chargers GM Joe Hortiz charted thoughtful course to turnaround – ESPN
First-year GM Joe Hortiz and the Chargers‘ front office have built an identity, and it showed in the Week 17 blowout of the Patriots.
RB Index, Week 18: Five teams that need to upgrade their running back rooms this offseason – NFL.com
Maurice Jones-Drew identifies five teams that need to upgrade their running back rooms this offseason. Plus, MJD updates his RB rankings heading into Week 18 of the NFL season.
Top rookies, MVP and Coach of the Year: NFL 2024 regular-season superlatives – The Athletic
Lamar Jackson, Jayden Daniels and Kevin O’Connell are among those who stood out with just one week remaining before the playoffs.
NFL Week 18 Power Rankings: Chiefs peaking at the perfect time; Baker Mayfield’s Bucs crack the top 10 – CBSSports.com
Pete Prisco shares his Power Rankings heading into Week 18 of the 2024 season
32 NFL observations after Week 17: Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen are dueling for MVP honors – PFF
Khaled Elsayed provides 32 observations based on the NFL’s Week 17 festivities.