http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Wed, 22 May 2013 22:03:23 PDT Wed, 22 May 2013 22:03:23 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021036949_seahawks23.html?syndication=rss Former Viking receiver is being counted on to stay healthy, provide Seahawks with explosiveness, athleticism. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021036949_seahawks23.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 22:01:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021037697_nfl23.html?syndication=rss Coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed that 49ers No. 1 wide receiver Michael Crabtree suffered a torn right Achilles tendon and that Crabtree underwent... Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021037697_nfl23.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 22:01:09 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/22/defensive-tackle-jesse-williams-can-jump/?syndication=rss Jesse Williams, Seattle’s fifth-round draft pick, is 6 feet 4 and somewhere in the neighborhood of 330 pounds. But he is also been praised before for his athleticism. Here’s a small sample of why. Williams posted this video to his Vine account showing him jumping on a stack of mats in wh Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/22/defensive-tackle-jesse-williams-can-jump/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036982_apfbn49erscrabtree.html?syndication=rss The San Francisco 49ers suddenly have a huge void in their receiving corps as they chase another Super Bowl berth: Michael Crabtree is sidelined after surgery on his right Achilles tendon. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021036982_apfbn49erscrabtree.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 17:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021033043_apfbnurlacherretires.html?syndication=rss Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021033043_apfbnurlacherretires.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 20:24:59 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/22/report-49ers-receiver-michael-crabtree-tears-achilles/?syndication=rss Multiple outlets are reporting that 49ers receiver Michael Crabtree tore his Achilles tendon on Tuesday, which would mean he is likely out for the season. The injury, which the 49ers haven’t confirmed yet and for which no timetable for return is set, is a huge blow to San Fransisco. Crabtree c Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/22/report-49ers-receiver-michael-crabtree-tears-achilles/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 13:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/22/morning-kickoff-wilson-picking-up-where-he-left-off-and-more/?syndication=rss A roundup of some of the top stories on the Seahawks and the NFL on a Wednesday morning. … — Here’s our lead story for the Wednesday paper on how different Russell Wilson is heading into this season than a year ago; — And our story on Josh Portis; — ProFootballTalk say Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/22/morning-kickoff-wilson-picking-up-where-he-left-off-and-more/?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 10:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021030046_apfbnjimlitke052213.html?syndication=rss The NFL is free to twist arms, just like anybody else. So maybe it's just coincidence that all five of the new stadiums that will come on line during Roger Goodell's brief tenure as NFL commissioner have now been awarded Super Bowls. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021030046_apfbnjimlitke052213.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021026730_apfbnnflmeetings.html?syndication=rss Build a new stadium, host the Super Bowl to show it off. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021026730_apfbnnflmeetings.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 02:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021029516_seahawks22.html?syndication=rss Former third-round pick looking to build on his 2012 rookie performance Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021029516_seahawks22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 20:06:56 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029655_apfbnraiderswoodson.html?syndication=rss Charles Woodson is coming back home to Oakland. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021029655_apfbnraiderswoodson.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 22:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021029570_nfl22.html?syndication=rss Let the Bay Area's Super Bowl party begin. NFL owners on Tuesday selected the San Francisco 49ers' new Santa Clara stadium to host the 50th... Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021029570_nfl22.html?syndication=rss Wed, 22 May 2013 20:23:02 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/tonights-poll-who-is-seattles-biggest-active-professional-sports-star/?syndication=rss The Times is asking readers tonight to vote on who they think is the biggest active professional sports star. Two of the choices are Seahawks — Marshawn Lynch and Russell Wilson. Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/tonights-poll-who-is-seattles-biggest-active-professional-sports-star/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021029507_portis22.html?syndication=rss Team had just signed him to a free-agent contract last month. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021029507_portis22.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 21:12:15 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021025006_apfbncowboysromoout.html?syndication=rss Tony Romo pointed here and there, showing receiver Dez Bryant the best way to use a block on the first day of offseason practice. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021025006_apfbncowboysromoout.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 17:16:03 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/yahoo-says-seahawks-lotulelei-got-biggest-bonus-for-an-undrafted-free-agent/?syndication=rss There’s some interesting stuff in this Yahoo.com breakdown of the contracts NFL teams  have doled out this year to undrafted free agents. Included is the note that the biggest bonus paid to any one player is $25,0o0 to by Seattle to linebacker John Lotulelei. The Seahawks snapped him up a Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/yahoo-says-seahawks-lotulelei-got-biggest-bonus-for-an-undrafted-free-agent/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 16:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/future-super-bowls-set-for-san-francisco-houston/?syndication=rss In the department of advance planning, the NFL today announced the sites for the 2016 and 2017 Super Bowls — San Francisco and Houston. Here are the  details via NFL.com. As noted, this year’s Super Bowl (48, for those who can’t read Roman numerals) is in New York/New Jersey, Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/future-super-bowls-set-for-san-francisco-houston/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 14:31:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021027124_apfbnnfltechnology.html?syndication=rss Imagine Sean Payton holding up a Surface tablet instead of a cardboard playsheet on the sideline. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021027124_apfbnnfltechnology.html?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 14:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/seahawks-waive-josh-portis/?syndication=rss The Seahawks have just announced that they have waived backup quarterback Josh Portis. The news comes a day after it was revealed that he had been arrested on suspicion of DUI on May 5. Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/seahawks-waive-josh-portis/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 18:41:02 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/morning-kickoff-reviewing-the-first-day-of-otas/?syndication=rss The first day of OTAs for the Seahawks is in the books. The next one that is open to the media is Tuesday. For now, links wrapping up Monday’s beginning of OTAs, and some other stuff. … — Here is our main story on Pete Carroll’s opening statement Monday; — And the  Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/05/21/morning-kickoff-reviewing-the-first-day-of-otas/?syndication=rss Tue, 21 May 2013 09:46:04 PDT 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 Tue, 21 May 2013 21:13:52 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