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Seahawks seek answers after flopping vs. Giants: ‘We kind of underestimated them’The Seahawks were supposed to beat the short-handed Giants and get to 4-1. Perhaps those expectations were part of the problem.Michael-Shawn Dugar67Seahawks seek answers after flopping vs. Giants: ‘We kind of underestimated them’

Do Giants have a path to victory over Seahawks without Malik Nabers?There are an unusual number of parallels between the Giants and Seahawks, considering they’re in different divisions and 3,000 miles apart.Dan Duggan127Do Giants have a path to victory over Seahawks without Malik Nabers?

How Mike Macdonald's Seahawks defense has been the NFL's best through 3 weeksNo, the Seahawks haven't faced a great offense yet, but they've dominated those they've played, as a big test against the Lions looms.Michael-Shawn Dugar32How Mike Macdonald's Seahawks defense has been the NFL's best through 3 weeks

The biggest factors fueling the Seahawks' 2-0 startMike Macdonald's group has been resilient, but they've also had difference-makers emerge on both sides of the ball.Michael-Shawn Dugar29The biggest factors fueling the Seahawks' 2-0 start

Seahawks pay up for Leonard Williams, only the start of a major defensive rebuildThe Seahawks agreed to terms with defensive tackle Leonard Williams to keep him in Seattle, according to multiple reports Monday evening. The contract is reportedly worth 64.5millionoverthreeyears,whichwouldmakeWilliams—whowasacquiredinamidseasontrade—thehighest−paidplayerontheSeahawks’new−lookdefenseunderheadcoachMikeMacdonald.ThateclipsesfellowdefensivelinemanDre’MontJones,whosignedforthreeyearsand64.5 million over three years, which would make Williams — who was acquired in a midseason trade — the highest-paid player on the Seahawks’ new-look defense under head coach Mike Macdonald. That eclipses fellow defensive lineman Dre’Mont Jones, who signed for three years and 64.5millionoverthreeyears,whichwouldmakeWilliams—whowasacquiredinamidseasontrade—thehighest−paidplayerontheSeahawks’new−lookdefenseunderheadcoachMikeMacdonald.ThateclipsesfellowdefensivelinemanDre’MontJones,whosignedforthreeyearsand51 million one year ago. Live updates: Free-agent news from across the NFL FA tracker: New teams and contract details for the top 150...Michael-Shawn Dugar16Seahawks pay up for Leonard Williams, only the start of a major defensive rebuild

Vikings free-agency primer: How personnel additions could transform Brian Flores’ defenseThe Vikings should have about $50 million to work with in free agency. They're likely to focus on upgrading their defense. Here's how.Alec Lewis42Vikings free-agency primer: How personnel additions could transform Brian Flores’ defense

Seahawks free-agent fits: Who to re-sign and who to target once the market opensThe Seahawks have several key starters hitting the market, but they have the cap space to keep them and also add a few pieces.Michael-Shawn Dugar28Seahawks free-agent fits: Who to re-sign and who to target once the market opens

Howe: What I’m hearing about Senior Bowl QBs’ slow starts, Baker Mayfield’s future, Pats GMThe Senior Bowl QBs struggled this week, but that was to be expected. Is Mayfield headed toward a long-term deal to stay in Tampa Bay?Jeff Howe216Howe: What I’m hearing about Senior Bowl QBs’ slow starts, Baker Mayfield’s future, Pats GM

Seahawks 2024 offseason: Possible cuts, pending free agents, draft picks, moreTyler Lockett's and Quandre Diggs' contracts might need addressing, with the Seahawks over the cap and having several key free agents.Michael-Shawn Dugar65Seahawks 2024 offseason: Possible cuts, pending free agents, draft picks, more

For the Seahawks to steal games against contenders, pass rush must pick it upThe Seahawks' pass rush ranked top-five through eight weeks but has cooled, even with trade acquisition Leonard Williams impressing.Michael-Shawn Dugar27For the Seahawks to steal games against contenders, pass rush must pick it up

Giants GM: Evan Neal 'needs to play better'; team didn't take trade calls on Saquon BarkleyGM Joe Schoen addressed some of the biggest issues facing New York, including the reported tension between Brian Daboll and Wink Martindale.Charlotte Carroll104Giants GM: Evan Neal 'needs to play better'; team didn't take trade calls on Saquon Barkley

Amid disastrous season, the Giants' commitment to Daniel Jones must be questionedIt’s not ideal to be facing major QB questions after signing one to a $160 million contract. But that’s where the Giants are with Jones. Dan Duggan251Amid disastrous season, the Giants' commitment to Daniel Jones must be questioned

NFL trade deadline winners and losers: Vikings get their QB; why did Bears add Montez Sweat?The handwriting is on the wall for the Commanders after Tuesday's deadline moves — and that should concern coach Ron Rivera.Mike Jones423NFL trade deadline winners and losers: Vikings get their QB; why did Bears add Montez Sweat?

Grading the Leonard Williams trade: Seahawks pay Giants hefty price for impact DLThe Giants landed a premium pick for a player who isn't part of their future. Seattle added an interior disrupter for its playoff push. Jeff Howe93Grading the Leonard Williams trade: Seahawks pay Giants hefty price for impact DL

Giants, GM Joe Schoen turn focus to future, land impressive haul for Leonard WilliamsSchoen recognized his 2-6 team had no hope of contending, so he shifted his focus to the future. Will more Giants be on the move?Dan Duggan87Giants, GM Joe Schoen turn focus to future, land impressive haul for Leonard Williams

Seahawks trade for Giants DE Leonard Williams: What it means for both sidesDE Leonard Williams notched 21 tackles and 1 1/2 sacks through eight games for the Giants this season.The Athletic Staff138Seahawks trade for Giants DE Leonard Williams: What it means for both sides

NFL trade deadline: Giants unlikely to deal Saquon Barkley, but what about Adoree' Jackson?Who are the Giants' top trade chips and what could they expect to get for them? Dan Duggan134NFL trade deadline: Giants unlikely to deal Saquon Barkley, but what about Adoree' Jackson?

Giants haven’t produced a sack or turnover: What’s going on with Wink Martindale’s defense?The Giants have allowed the most points in the NFL. While the defense stepped up late in Arizona, it's still a major worry moving forward.Dan Duggan142Giants haven’t produced a sack or turnover: What’s going on with Wink Martindale’s defense?

Giants roster breakdown: One pre-training camp thought on every player on defenseThe Giants' improved depth at CB and DT stands out in our analysis of their roster. But do they have enough quality depth at OLB? Dan Duggan53Giants roster breakdown: One pre-training camp thought on every player on defense

Offseason 10-step plan revisited: Have Giants solidified themselves as NFC contenders?The Giants' offseason goal was to take strides toward being a contender without skipping any steps in the process. So, how'd they do?Dan Duggan297Offseason 10-step plan revisited: Have Giants solidified themselves as NFC contenders?

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