http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Tue, 21 May 2013 00:06:53 PDT Tue, 21 May 2013 00:06:53 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021024133_seahawks21.html?syndication=rss News that backup QB Josh Portis' had been charged with DUI on May 4 follows Friday's announcement of Bruce Irvin being suspended four games for using performance-enhancing drugs. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021024133_seahawks21.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:47:08 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021024499_nfl21.html?syndication=rss Mario Williams refused to be labeled as someone who was emotionally unstable in dismissing questions about his mental state raised by a... Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021024499_nfl21.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 23:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021024145_seahawksnotes21.html?syndication=rss No reason was given for the absence of Seahawks All-Pro running back Marshawn Lynch from voluntary workouts, but coach Pete Carroll says Lynch is healthy. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021024145_seahawksnotes21.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 22:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/a-few-more-notes-and-quotes-on-mondays-ota/?syndication=rss Today marked the first Seattle Organized Team Activity of the off-season — and the only one this week that will be open to the media. Much of the focus afterward was on the team’s recent off-field issues. But the larger story from a strict on-field standpoint may be the sudden worry over Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/a-few-more-notes-and-quotes-on-mondays-ota/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 19:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023503_apfbnprotectingteo.html?syndication=rss Manti Te'o isn't hiding out. He's just not talking to the media. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023503_apfbnprotectingteo.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 19:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/nfl-com-seahawks-could-be-fined-for-player-suspensions/?syndication=rss Some of the Seahawks’ recent off-field issues could hurt the team not only on the field  but in the pocketbook. NFL.com is reporting this afternoon that the league could fine the team for having multiple players suspended in a season for violating the league’s drug, steroid or perso Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/nfl-com-seahawks-could-be-fined-for-player-suspensions/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 19:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023998_apfbnravensricegunsstolen.html?syndication=rss Police say the Maryland home of Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice was burglarized over the weekend, and $2,000 and two guns were stolen. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021023998_apfbnravensricegunsstolen.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 19:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021783_apfbnmariowilliamsringlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Mario Williams refused to be labeled as someone who was emotionally unstable in dismissing questions about his mental state raised by a series of text messages from his former fiancee. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021783_apfbnmariowilliamsringlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/videos-percy-harvin-russell-wilson/?syndication=rss Today marked the official debut for Seattle’s prime off-season acquisition, receiver Percy Harvin. Harvin and quarterback Russell Wilson each addressed the media after today’s initial OTA. Here is some video of each: First, Harvin: Next, Wilson: Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/videos-percy-harvin-russell-wilson/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 17:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/carroll-on-recent-issues-this-is-a-challenge-for-us/?syndication=rss Following Seattle’s first OTA of the season Monday afternoon, Seahawk coach Pete Carroll met the media for the first time since it was revealed that DE Bruce Irvin would be suspended for the first four games of next season for using performance enhancing drugs, and that backup QB Josh Portis h Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/carroll-on-recent-issues-this-is-a-challenge-for-us/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 00:04:46 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021444_apfbnchadjohnsonarrest.html?syndication=rss Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021444_apfbnchadjohnsonarrest.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 16:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021867_apfbncardinalsdarylwashington.html?syndication=rss Arizona Cardinals linebacker Daryl Washington has pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, who authorities have said is the mother of his baby daughter. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021867_apfbncardinalsdarylwashington.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 14:01:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/seahawks-sign-fells-christine-release-steiner/?syndication=rss With their first Organized Team Activity of the 2013 off-season about to begin, the Seahawks announced a couple of roster moves this morning. Specifically, the team announced it has signed tight end Darren Fells and running back Christine Michael to multi-year contracts and released long snapper Ada Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/seahawks-sign-fells-christine-release-steiner/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 14:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/seahawks-backup-qb-portis-arrested-on-suspicion-of-dui/?syndication=rss Seahawks backup quarterback Josh Portis will be arraigned May 28 for driving while intoxicated, after being arrested on May 5. Portis was pulled over at 9:26 p.m. on May 5 after he was observed driving 80 miles an hour in a 60-mile-an-hour zone exiting the Mount Baker Tunnel on eastbound I-90 in a 2 Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/20/seahawks-backup-qb-portis-arrested-on-suspicion-of-dui/?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 18:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021341_apfbnnflmeetings.html?syndication=rss Where the Super Bowl will celebrate a half-century of existence will be decided this week by NFL owners. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021021341_apfbnnflmeetings.html?syndication=rss Mon, 20 May 2013 10:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/19/seahawks-begin-otas-tomorrow/?syndication=rss A quick reminder that the Seahawks will  begin OTAs (Organized Team Activities) on Monday. Seahawks.com had a good breakdown earlier this week of where the team is in its off-season program. Not all of  the workouts are open to the media, but we will cover those that are. As the linked sto Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/19/seahawks-begin-otas-tomorrow/?syndication=rss Sun, 19 May 2013 23:00:19 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011096_apfbnchargersfreeney.html?syndication=rss The San Diego Chargers agreed Saturday to a two-year deal with aging star pass rusher Dwight Freeney that could be worth $13.35 million. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021011096_apfbnchargersfreeney.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/18/morning-kickoff-irvin-suspension-and-more/?syndication=rss Bruce Irvin’s four-game suspension was obviously the big news of Friday. Here’s our story, as well as that from ESPN.com, the ESPN NFC West blog and USA Today.  And a 49ers’ defender has no sympathy for Irvin. In other news. … — Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com l Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/18/morning-kickoff-irvin-suspension-and-more/?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 19:42:58 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008661_apfbnmariowilliamsringlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Bills defensive end Mario Williams isn't any closer to getting back his $785,000 diamond engagement ring from his former fiancee, Erin Marzouki. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021008661_apfbnmariowilliamsringlawsuit.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 01:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021007929_seahawks18.html?syndication=rss Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin was suspended for four games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021007929_seahawks18.html?syndication=rss Sat, 18 May 2013 13:34:13 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021004923_apfbnjetsgoodsonarrested.html?syndication=rss New York Jets running back Mike Goodson is facing drug and weapons charges after he was found in a car with an acquaintance early Friday morning on Interstate 80 in New Jersey. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021004923_apfbnjetsgoodsonarrested.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 20:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021004696_apfbnwoodsonfreeagency.html?syndication=rss Charles Woodson pushed back a visit to Oakland to pursue a reunion with the Raiders because extending his career in the NFL isn't his only mission. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021004696_apfbnwoodsonfreeagency.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 17:31:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/17/bruce-irvin-suspended-four-games-for-violating-nfl-policy-on-performance-enhancing-substances/?syndication=rss Bruce Irvin, Seattle’s first-round pick a year ago, has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the season for violating the NFL’s policy on performance enhancing substances, the team announced Friday. Irvin will not get paid for the first four games — amounting to a Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/17/bruce-irvin-suspended-four-games-for-violating-nfl-policy-on-performance-enhancing-substances/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 18:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/17/morning-kickoff-a-few-seahawks-links/?syndication=rss I’ll start off with the personal note that I will be in-studio on KJR-AM 950 this morning from 10 a.m.-Noon with Elise Woodward. We will probably talk mostly about the Sonics situation. But we also plan to talk some Seahawks. Now, a few links. … — Earl Thomas is No. 66 on the NFL Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/17/morning-kickoff-a-few-seahawks-links/?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 09:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021001257_seahawks17.html?syndication=rss Spencer Ware, a fullback from LSU, has signed a multiyear contract with the Seahawks. Ware was a sixth-round pick in April's NFL draft. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021001257_seahawks17.html?syndication=rss Fri, 17 May 2013 00:15:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/16/seahawks-sign-spencer-ware/?syndication=rss The Seattle Seahawks have just announced they have signed sixth-round draft choice fullback Spencer Ware to a multi-year contract. Ware was the 194th overall selection in April’s NFL Draft out of LSU and becomes the eighth Seahawks draft choice under contract. Running back Christine Michael (s Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/16/seahawks-sign-spencer-ware/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 18:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021000967_apfbnchadjohnsonarrest.html?syndication=rss A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson in South Florida. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021000967_apfbnchadjohnsonarrest.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 16:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/16/governor-inslee-to-sign-seahawks-and-sounders-license-plate-bill/?syndication=rss Governor Jay Inslee will sign the Seahawks and Sounders license plate bill on Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seahawks training facility in Renton. The bill will allow Seahawks and Sounders fans to buy special license plates with the proceeds going to three non-profit organizations. Inslee will be joined Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/16/governor-inslee-to-sign-seahawks-and-sounders-license-plate-bill/?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020997225_apfbnbillswhaley.html?syndication=rss Doug Whaley was promoted to take over as Buffalo Bills general manager, making the team's near top-to-bottom offseason overhaul complete. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020997225_apfbnbillswhaley.html?syndication=rss Thu, 16 May 2013 16:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2020993973_nfl16.html?syndication=rss The New England Patriots released defensive tackle Kyle Love after he was diagnosed with diabetes. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2020993973_nfl16.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992999_apfbnchiefsalexsmith.html?syndication=rss It hasn't taken long for Alex Smith to become the leader of the Kansas City Chiefs. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992999_apfbnchiefsalexsmith.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 17:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992423_apfbnleseanmccoysuit.html?syndication=rss A woman has sued Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy, claiming he or a body guard hit her, threw a drink at her and tossed her off a party bus on the New Jersey Turnpike last December. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020992423_apfbnleseanmccoysuit.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:46:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993027_apfbnravensmcclainretires.html?syndication=rss Linebacker Rolando McClain has told the Baltimore Ravens that he's retiring from the NFL. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020993027_apfbnravensmcclainretires.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 16:31:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/15/morning-kickoff-espn-assesses-seattles-off-season-and-more/?syndication=rss Not a lot out there this morning on the Seahawks, but here are a few things. … — ESPN.com has an off-season glance at the Hawks; — Jason LaConfora of CBSSports.com ranks the Seahawks fifth among NFL front offices; — Grantland.com says the rest of the NFL should be worried no Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/15/morning-kickoff-espn-assesses-seattles-off-season-and-more/?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 10:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985805_apfbnbroncosholliday.html?syndication=rss Trindon Holliday quickly put his historic playoff performance behind him just as he did all those gasping defenders scattered in his wake. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020985805_apfbnbroncosholliday.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 02:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2020985352_nfl15.html?syndication=rss The Philadelphia Eagles signed ex-Dallas Cowboys running back Felix Jones to a one-year contract. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2020985352_nfl15.html?syndication=rss Wed, 15 May 2013 00:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982826_apfbnobitmuncie.html?syndication=rss Chuck Muncie, a Pro Bowl running back with both the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, has died at age 60, the NFL clubs and a family spokesman said Tuesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020982826_apfbnobitmuncie.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 18:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984839_apfbnpicksixnflstadiumsignatures.html?syndication=rss When the Minnesota Vikings unveiled the design of their new stadium, they introduced another attention-grabbing image to the NFL's stadium collection: The see-through roof. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2020984839_apfbnpicksixnflstadiumsignatures.html?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 17:16:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/report-seahawks-claim-raiders-long-snapper/?syndication=rss The Seahawks announced today they have claimed long snapper Adam Steiner from the Raiders. They waived/injured DB Chandler Fenner to make room on the 90-man roster. Seattle has one long snapper on the roster in Clint Greshman, who is due to make $1.32 million this season. Steiner had been cut b Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/report-seahawks-claim-raiders-long-snapper/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 19:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/nfl-releases-entire-preseason-schedule/?syndication=rss The NFL has today released the entire 2013 preseason schedule. Here it is. Here is Seattle’s full 2013 schedule. Seattle’s preseason games are as follows: Aug. 8 — at San Diego, 7 p.m. Aug. 17 — Denver, 7 p.m. Aug. 23 — at Green Bay, 5 p.m. Aug. 29 — Oakland, 5 p. Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/nfl-releases-entire-preseason-schedule/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 16:01:06 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/six-seahawks-on-cbssports-com-lists-of-top-100-players-in-the-nfl/?syndication=rss This may be a slow time of the NFL season, but it’s far from listless. Instead, it’s the time of year when there are lists galore, of best this and top that, as NFL writers try to fill the void. One list of the Top 100 Players in the NFL comes today from CBSSports.com’s Pete Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/six-seahawks-on-cbssports-com-lists-of-top-100-players-in-the-nfl/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 12:16:03 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/morning-kickoff-assessing-the-draft-picks-and-more/?syndication=rss Time for a few morning links. … — Jayson Jenks reviews how the Seahawk draft picks performed during last weekend’s rookie mini-camp; — ESPN.com’s Mike Sando says Jesse Williams, Luke Willson and Spencer Ware should all compete for playing time this season; — A fe Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/14/morning-kickoff-assessing-the-draft-picks-and-more/?syndication=rss Tue, 14 May 2013 08:01:06 PDT