Pre-Snap Reads 5/21: The Grey Zabel Story

Pre-Snap Reads 5/21: The Grey Zabel Story
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In Today’s Links: Seattle Seahawks sign Jalen Milroe to rookie contract, a mild Division Rivals preview, and a little bit more from around the league, and such. Thanks for being here. The weekend is almost here!

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Seahawks News

What nobody knew about Nate Burleson - Seaside Joe
Seahawks trivia answers: Part II

Seahawks sign third-round pick QB Jalen Milroe | The Seattle Times
Jalen Milroe can officially call himself an NFL quarterback after signing his rookie contract with the Seahawks.

Seahawks to get more rest than their opponents in 2025 - Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
The Seattle Seahawks have a favorable net rest differential this season.

Zero to Hero: Inside Grey Zabel’s Journey From No-Star Recruit to Seattle Seahawks First-Round Pick — Emerald City Spectrum
Six years ago, Grey Zabel didn’t look the part of a future NFL prospect weighing under 250 pounds, drawing minimal interest from Division I schools. Now a Seahawks first round pick, his story once again proves the process matters far more than the number of stars.

Seahawks Sign Third-Round Pick Jalen Milroe - Seahawks.com
The Seahawks signed quarterback Jalen Milroe on Tuesday, the ninth member of their 2025 draft class to sign.

Which NFC West team has brightest future? An insider's take - Seattle Sports
FOX Sports NFC West reporter Eric Williams weighs in on how the Seattle Seahawks' future compares to that of their division rivals.

NFC West News

Jared Verse and Puka Nacua Among Top Young Rams Players Entering 2025 - Turf Show Times
The Rams’ top young players and assets that could shape the team’s future.

How Does Rams' Sean McVay Keep Producing Head Coaches? - Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
It appears the Sean McVay's methods continue to infect the league

Did the San Francisco 49ers make a mistake in signing Brock Purdy to $265 million contract extension? - Yahoo Sports
That's the question Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson debated on the latest edition of the Inside Coverage podcast.

49ers Have Identified and Cemented Their Core Players - Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
With three contract extensions finalized this offseason, the 49ers have identified and cemented who their core players on the team are.

49ers news: Pushing back on a popular narrative about Brock Purdy - Niners Nation
Are all narratives rooted in reality?

Kyler Murray’s #1 passing improvement: catchable ball rate of 20+ yards with no pressure - Revenge of the Birds
Come watch and analyze all of Kyler Murray’s 20+ yard open throws in 2024

7 Breakout Candidates for Arizona Cardinals - Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
The Arizona Cardinals could see these players hit the next level.

Around The NFL

What mattered from Joe Burrow, Zac Taylor comments: Hendrickson, schedule, Burton - The Athletic
Nobody quite knows what will happen next in the Trey Hendrickson drama.

[Eagles extend Nick Sirianni: Inside the coach's improbable journey from...