Connor Benintendi

Connor Benintendi

Well-positioned to play significant snaps early, the Seattle Seahawks could be counting on major contributions from Byron Murphy and Christian Haynes as rookies.
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Predicting Which Seattle Seahawks Rookies Will Make Greatest Impact in 2024

Following up two stellar draft classes, the Seahawks hope to once again have several rookies play a key role right away in 2024.

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Among their most pressing questions, the Seahawks will have to wait and see on the health of Abraham Lucas and Jerome Baker.
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Biggest Storylines For Seattle Seahawks Entering 2024 Season

With a first-time head coach and first-time offensive coordinator, the Seahawks new coaching staff will be tested early heading into a new campaign.

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Sep 22, 2018; Morgantown, WV, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers wide receiver Marcus Simms (8) catches a pass and runs for extra yards during the fourth quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.
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Seattle Seahawks 90-Man Roundup: Can UFL Standout WR Marcus Simms Carve Out Role?

After spending the last two seasons with the Michigan Panthers of the UFL, wide receiver and kick returner Marcus Simms will get a chance with the Seahawks. Where does he fit?

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September 12, 2010, Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Lofa Tatupu (51) audibles a play against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half at Qwest Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
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Seattle Seahawks Top 100 Countdown: Modern Stars Well-Represented in No. 30-21

Featuring several standout linebackers, pass rushers and receivers, the eighth installment of the top 100 Seahawks countdown features plenty of post-2000 flair.

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Expectations are sky high for Jaxon Smith-Njigba entering year two with the Seattle Seahawks, while Mike Jackson could be a wild card to watch thriving in Mike Macdonald's defense.
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Seattle Seahawks Poised For Breakout Entering Training Camp

Breaking in new schemes on both sides of the football, Jaxon Smith-Njigba stands out among others as potential breakout candidates for the Seahawks in 2024.

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Oct 30, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu (10) celebrates following a sack against the New York Giants during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field.
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Seattle Seahawks 90-Man Roundup: Will EDGE Uchenna Nwosu Rebound From Injury?

Coming off his most productive season in the NFL in 2022, Seahawks edge rusher Uchenna Nwosu had his 2023 season cut short due to injury. Will he return to form in 2024?

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) pulls in a touchdown past Tennessee Titans cornerback Tre Avery (23) during the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023.
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Seattle Seahawks Top 100 Countdown: Big Play WRs Highlight No. 40-31

Wide receiver has been a well-drafted position by Seattle, and some of the team's best arrive in part seven of our Top 100 Seahawks countdown.

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Dec 24, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) jumps over a tackle attempt from Tennessee Titans cornerback Eric Garror (33) during the first half at Nissan Stadium.
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Will Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf Have a Career Year Under Ryan Grubb in 2024?

Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf was the seventh-leading receiver in the NFL in 2020, but hasn't cracked the top 15 since. Will that change in Seattle's new offense?

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Jan 7, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Seattle Seahawks Top 100 Countdown: Geno Smith Debuts in No. 60-51

Previously a long-time backup, Geno Smith's career resurgence with the Seahawks have vaulted him into the discussion among the franchise's best quarterbacks.

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Sep 10, 2017; Green Bay, WI, USA;  Seattle Seahawks defensive end Cliff Avril (56) sacks Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) in the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
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Seattle Seahawks Top 100 Countdown: Pass Rushers Wreak Havoc in No. 50-41

The Seahawks have had no shortage of quality edge rushers over the years and they are well represented in part six of our Top 100 Seahawks countdown.

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Dec 31, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) carries the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half at Lumen Field.
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'It’s Special to Be Part of it': Seattle Seahawks QB Geno Smith Ready for New Offense

Set to play under his fifth offensive coordinator in seven years, Seahawks QB Geno Smith continued to applaud Ryan Grubb's scheme ahead of training camp.

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Jan 1, 2024; New Orleans, LA, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive lineman Byron Murphy II (90) celebrates after a play during the second quarter in the 2024 Sugar Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at Caesars Superdome.
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What Are Realistic First-Year Expectations for Seattle Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II?

Seahawks rookie first-round pick Byron Murphy II won't win Defensive Rookie of the Year, but he will cement himself as a foundational piece of Mike Macdonald's defense.

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