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Reports are out that Bennett is staying with Seattle...Hearing 4 years 32 million with $16 guaranteed.
Key signing.Reports are out that Bennett is staying with Seattle...Hearing 4 years 32 million with $16 guaranteed.
This is really exciting! I didn't think we had a chance of keeping him until this morning when I heard that playing time was a factor.3:08pm: Bennett has officially re-signed with the Seahawks, the team announced (via Twitter).
2:40pm: One of the top free agents on the market will be returning to the Super Bowl champions, according to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk. Florio reports (via Twitter) that the Seahawks and defensive end Michael Bennett have reached agreement on a four-year contract. Adam Schefter of ESPN.com confirms the deal (via Twitter), and adds that it should be in the neighborhood of $34MM for four years, for an average of between $8-$8.5MM annually. $16MM will be guaranteed, says John Clayton of ESPN.com (via Twitter).
Who else won't stay in Seattle?Bennett got his ring, now he is looking to get paid. There is no way he stays in Seattle.
We know that he didn't challenge his placement before the last positive drug test that got him busted. Both he and his agent said so and while they could certainly be lying, anything they're hiding could only make him look worse. No, you're. It an apologist. I was speaking more of the ITS types that are all over everyone's jock and no one does anything wrong and it's all a conspiracy against Seattle, until they're off the squad and then it's good riddance.This is what I was referring to when I brought up shades of gray. "If". Your choice of words. We don't know all the facts. Further, we can't see in the heart of any man. We don't know who knew what exactlyI would have zero trouble supporting him in fighting the placement in stage 3 if it occurred before he got busted. Afterwards, it comes off as disingenious at best to me.
Who are these "apologists"? Am I one because I choose not to drop harsh judgment on him without knowing all the details?However, that statement above is in reference to the idea that I ignored the facts in my opinion, which is clearly not the case. The apologists seem to gloss over the fact that in 3 years of constant drug tests that he or his agent never knew his status and that he didn't know the requirements of the drug policy when he went away from the NFL after getting caught in Denver. I think Goodell is the worst commissioner in league history and is doing a number of things that will hurt the NFL in the long run, so me siding with him is a big deal. All the evidence puts this into Browner's corner for being grossly stupid and irresponsible.
This could be a big signing if it allows leverage for miller to restructure.footballstar said:Another Seahawk "returns": http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/03/10/report-seahawks-to-re-sign-anthony-mccoy/
I really thought after his hospitalization and realization it could all be over in one play, that he would chase the money. I was wrong.Alkahsu said:Who else won't stay in Seattle?Bennett got his ring, now he is looking to get paid. There is no way he stays in Seattle.
Just giving you a hard, it looked like he was on his way out the door. This just reiterates that the power and draw of the 12th man should never be underestimated. The players love the Seattle fans.
Well, Jared Allen makes sense as we were rumored to be trying to trade for him last year. I'm not sure what kind of a deal we would be interested in doing but you have to think it would be a 2 or 3 year deal only.Who's next? Rumors?
Signing Hauschka?
Jared Allen?
Sounds like we might be out of the Ware sweepstakes, but nothing surprises me anymore....
2 year $12-14 million would be nice, basically replacing Clemons.Well, Jared Allen makes sense as we were rumored to be trying to trade for him last year. I'm not sure what kind of a deal we would be interested in doing but you have to think it would be a 2 or 3 year deal only.Who's next? Rumors?
Signing Hauschka?
Jared Allen?
Sounds like we might be out of the Ware sweepstakes, but nothing surprises me anymore....
I really like Clemons and I think he's excelled in our situational position, but Allen would be a beast in this defense. An absolutely beast.
Hearsay... but I read Allen would be willing to take 2-4 million per season for a legitimate shot at the SB.2 year $12-14 million would be nice, basically replacing Clemons.Well, Jared Allen makes sense as we were rumored to be trying to trade for him last year. I'm not sure what kind of a deal we would be interested in doing but you have to think it would be a 2 or 3 year deal only.Who's next? Rumors?
Signing Hauschka?
Jared Allen?
Sounds like we might be out of the Ware sweepstakes, but nothing surprises me anymore....
I really like Clemons and I think he's excelled in our situational position, but Allen would be a beast in this defense. An absolutely beast.
Even a 1 year deal would be fine.
We have an estimated $10M in cap space left right now, but you have to think:Jason Hatcher, Jared Allen, and Finley visiting and/or are in discussions with the Hawks.
Wow, if that is the case get him to sign on the dotted line NOW.Hearsay... but I read Allen would be willing to take 2-4 million per season for a legitimate shot at the SB.2 year $12-14 million would be nice, basically replacing Clemons.Well, Jared Allen makes sense as we were rumored to be trying to trade for him last year. I'm not sure what kind of a deal we would be interested in doing but you have to think it would be a 2 or 3 year deal only.Who's next? Rumors?
Signing Hauschka?
Jared Allen?
Sounds like we might be out of the Ware sweepstakes, but nothing surprises me anymore....
I really like Clemons and I think he's excelled in our situational position, but Allen would be a beast in this defense. An absolutely beast.
Even a 1 year deal would be fine.
The report is he's looking for "real" compensation otherwise he'll retire. That sound you just heard was Schneider crossing his name out of the list of players we want.Albert BreerVerified account@AlbertBreer 41m
The Seahawks have released DE Chris Clemons, per source.
If we sign Allen, I will absolutely freak out....in a good way.
It's also the sound of reason when looking to buy a player's jersey. When we made the uniform switch, Clem and Bryant were 1a and 1b of who I wanted to get. One was the motor of the D and the other was the captain. I couldn't find either and today I realize how pissed I'd be if I had. Now pass another pass rushing DE is needed as well as run stuffers. I trust the twins but they're also fallible at times so hard not to be disappointed.The report is he's looking for "real" compensation otherwise he'll retire. That sound you just heard was Schneider crossing his name out of the list of players we want.Albert BreerVerified account@AlbertBreer 41m
The Seahawks have released DE Chris Clemons, per source.
If we sign Allen, I will absolutely freak out....in a good way.
We don't use our TEs for a lot more than blocking so I would think even a spry Finley doesn't actually equate to more than TE12. Zach Miller (in my 0.5 PPR) was TE24 last year and I don't see it getting too much better.If Finley comes to Seattle, where do you rank him?
Is Jared Allen willing to call it quits?The report is he's looking for "real" compensation otherwise he'll retire. That sound you just heard was Schneider crossing his name out of the list of players we want.Albert BreerVerified account@AlbertBreer 41m
The Seahawks have released DE Chris Clemons, per source.
If we sign Allen, I will absolutely freak out....in a good way.
This is a pretty underrated move right now, but if one of Hill, Scruggs, or Williams doesn't pan out for 2014 we're going to love this.Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 55s
Seahawks and DT Tony McDaniel reached agreement, per league source. Seattle keeps one of its own.
Barry quit because he didn't love football. Nothing wrong with that but I don't think quitting because you don't want to go to your job anymore is something to admire and try to emulate."I will tell you this," Rapoport said. "Jared Allen has a ton of admiration for Barry Sanders, who walked away from football while still having his best, still able to play at a high level. He walked on his own terms, it's something Jared Allen has always respected."
We still wonder if a team like Seattle -- currently in talks with Allen -- could nab him for less. After all, the Seahawks offer Allen a chance to do what Sanders, in all his glory, never did: Go out a winner.
Not good in pass protection. We can upgrade that spot for a lot less money.New York JetsVerified account@nyjets 1h
BREAKING: We've agreed to terms with RT Breno Giacomini- http://bit.ly/1iCDjOw #NFLFreeAgency pic.twitter.com/6xS3ewsB4U
This one sucks. I'm a fan of his. Big mauler that got a lot better fast.
Did Blount really start that conversation with Sherman? If so, it annoys me a little less. Sherman was actually pretty classy at first, and Blount wouldn't let it go.Sorry if a Honda, thought this was awesome as Blount and Sherman go at it on Twitter.
http://bdcwire.com/l...-it-on-twitter/
Free agent DT Henry Melton will visit the Seahawks on Friday.
As if the Seahawks needed to get stronger up front on the defensive line. Melton, 27, entered free agency as our No. 12 overall player available and would have been higher if he wasn't coming off a September torn ACL. Melton's market has been relatively quiet -- he's visited the Vikings -- but if he's struggling to find better than one-year offers, going to Seattle to rehab his value on a prove-it deal could be the best option. Melton had 13 sacks from 2011-12.
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Seahawks are interested in re-signing free agent Sidney Rice.
Rice could take Golden Tate's old spot on the perimeter of Seattle's offense. Rice was released by the Seahawks in a needed cap maneuver, but the club still believes he can help their passing game. When healthy, Rice remains an effective winner of jump-balls and can score touchdowns. He's also only 27.
This is pretty exciting as he was a very valuable in-line blocker. I was concerned we were taking his blocking for granted since we haven't had great O-line health in years. Now we just need to solidify our pass-catching TE. If Finley is actually healthy he could come cheap...Danny 710ESPNSeattle @BrocknDanny 4m
TE Zach Miller agrees to new deal with the #Seahawks. New contract will allow him to stay with team 2014 AND 2015.
Someone should talk Finley out of playing in the NFC West. I don't think that is the best division for someone to play in coming off cervical spine surgery. He needs to play in the NFC East where tackling is discouraged,This is pretty exciting as he was a very valuable in-line blocker. I was concerned we were taking his blocking for granted since we haven't had great O-line health in years. Now we just need to solidify our pass-catching TE. If Finley is actually healthy he could come cheap...Danny 710ESPNSeattle @BrocknDanny 4m
TE Zach Miller agrees to new deal with the #Seahawks. New contract will allow him to stay with team 2014 AND 2015.
Jesus....this defense is just loaded.Free agent DT Henry Melton will visit the Seahawks on Friday.
As if the Seahawks needed to get stronger up front on the defensive line. Melton, 27, entered free agency as our No. 12 overall player available and would have been higher if he wasn't coming off a September torn ACL. Melton's market has been relatively quiet -- he's visited the Vikings -- but if he's struggling to find better than one-year offers, going to Seattle to rehab his value on a prove-it deal could be the best option. Melton had 13 sacks from 2011-12.
After being concerned with Hauschka in 2012 he really came through nicely in 2013 and I'm happy to have him back. At $3.05M/year averaged his contract is not even in the top 10 for 2014 so it was an extremely team-friendly deal at first glance.