Pre-Snap Reads 7/7: Damien Martinez might be an X-factor for the Seahawks

Pre-Snap Reads 7/7: Damien Martinez might be an X-factor for the Seahawks
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Whether this year, or in the future, Martinez is an interesting prospect.

In Today’s Links: expectations for Daddy Darnold, 90-man roster breakdown, more on Klink Kubiak and the new look Seattle Seahawks offense. Rookies report very soon, veterans after. Thanks for being here.

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Seahawks News

Praising Canes - Seaside Joe
Seahawks running back Damien Martinez is used to climbing up the rankings

3 insiders' expectations for Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold - Seattle Sports
The 33rd Team's Sam Monson, The Athletic's Derrik Klassen and FTN Fantasy’s Aaron Schatz discussed their expectations for new Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold.

Seahawks 90-Man Rundown: Steven Sims Jr. Adds Explosive Presence to Return Game — Emerald City Spectrum
Previously returning kicks and punts for touchdowns in the regular season as well as the playoffs, Steven Sims Jr. has some exciting production on his resume. But can he do enough as a receiver to make the Seahawks in August?

Klint Kubiak must prioritize fixing Seahawks' inconsistent ground game - Sports Illustrated Seahawks News, Analysis, and More
The Seahawks have finished near the bottom of the NFL in rushing each of the past two seasons. New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak is addressing that issue.

NFC West News

Rams schedule preview: LA hosts CJ Stroud and Texans to kickoff 2025 - Turf Show Times
Rams open the regular season hosting CJ Stroud and the Houston Texans

Rams' Puka Nacua is Hitting His Peak - Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
The Los Angeles Rams receiver is entering his prime at the best time for him financially

Why Isaac Guerendo Could be the 49ers' Breakout Player this Year - Sports Illustrated 49ers News, Analysis, and More
Deebo Samuel is gone and Brandon Aiyuk might never be the same after tearing his ACL, MCL and meniscus. Which means the 49ers need someone new to step up and become a factor on offense.

49ers training camp: Offensive players under biggest pressure - Niners Nation
The 49ers have several players who will be scrutinized heavily as they prepare for what they hope will be a bounce -back year.

Arizona Cardinals fans think second year guard Isaiah Adams is the future of the position - Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals fans think Isaiah Adams is the next starter.

Why 2025 is Critical Year for Arizona Cardinals Coaches - Sports Illustrated Cardinals News, Analysis, and More
The Arizona Cardinals' coaching staff has some thing to prove in 2025.

Around The NFL

Travis Kelce on Travis Hunter: Opponents will try to wear out Jaguars rookie when he's on defense - NFL.com
Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter's plan to play on both sides of the ball is one of the most intriguing plotlines of the upcoming season. Star TE Travis Kelce wonders: How will opponents attack the two-way player?

NFL offseason power rankings: No. 18 Dallas Cowboys can't escape talk of their title drought - Yahoo Sports
The Cowboys famously haven't been to a...