In Today’s Links: reactions to our Seattle Seahawks signing Cooper Kupp, more info and analysis of the Sam Darnold signing, and well, that’s kind of it for the ‘Hawks-centric links. Some other stuff going on, too. But, mostly, that’s it. How are yall feeling about the Kupp signing? You think it will help or hurt the new Klint Kubiak offense? Let us know in the comments below!
#np Babooshka by Kate Bush
Seahawks News
Seahawks sign Cooper Kupp – Seaside Joe
The expected move has been made
Why Cooper Kupp’s WA homecoming is worth the risk for Seahawks | The Seattle Times
Yes, Cooper Kupp’s homecoming with the Seahawks is a win for the state of Washington. But scrape away the sentimentality, and the decision still makes sense.
Yakima’s Cooper Kupp is coming home to Seahawks, 3-year deal | Tacoma News Tribune
Yakima’s Eastern Washington star Cooper Kupp signing a 3-year contract with Seahawks worth up to $45 million. Super Bowl MVP with Rams now with Sam Darnold.
Seattle Seahawks QB Darnold hopes to ‘do something special’ – Seattle Sports
Once the Seattle Seahawks traded quarterback Geno Smith last week, 2024 Pro Bowler Sam Darnold saw his opening in free agency.
Bumpus: What Cooper Kupp provides Seattle Seahawks’ offense – Seattle Sports
Cooper Kupp is joining the Seattle Seahawks, but what can he provide at wide receiver at 31 years old? Former NFL WR Michael Bumpus explains.
Seahawks Agree To Terms With Super Bowl MVP Receiver Cooper Kupp – Seahawks.com
The Seahawks agreed to terms on a deal with former Rams standout Cooper Kupp, a Yakima native who will be returning to his home state.
Injuries have slowed down Cooper Kupp in recent seasons, but his remaining strengths should allow him to mesh well in Klint Kubiak’s scheme alongside Jaxon Smith-Njigba as part of a rebuilt Seahawks receiving corps.
Cooper Kupp agrees with Seahawks on 3-year, $45 million deal: Source – The Athletic
Since entering the league, Kupp has the sixth-most receptions, seventh-most touchdowns and eighth-most receiving yards among wide receivers.
Seattle’s offense is going to look very different in 2025.
Not only did your Seattle Seahawks just sign homestate hero Cooper Kupp to a 3-year deal to return to the pacific northwest, but they did it WHILE Jacson Bevens and I were recording today’s show. Tune in to see how that went, as well as Jacson’s full reaction to everything the Hawks have done over the last week.
NFC West News
Assessment of Day 4 of free agency for the Arizona Cardinals – Revenge of the Birds
Scoops on Dalvin Tomlinson, an OL signing and a UFA CB visit
The Arizona Cardinals changed the complexion of their approach with their recent free agent acquisition.
BREAKING: Rams Re-Sign Defensive Tackle – Sports Illustrated Rams News, Analysis, and More
The Los Angeles Rams have re-signed Larrell Murchison, the player who posted 2 sacks in his first game with the team back in 2022.
Is PED suspension why Rams let Michael Hoecht leave in free agency? – Turf Show Times
Former Rams edge Michael Hoecht faces 6-game suspension from NFL
49ers Free agency roundtable: What was the biggest surprise from this week? – Niners Nation
It was a busy week for the 49ers, but not in the way that many would have wanted. We look back to see what the biggest surprise was for the Niners in free agency
A couple of outlets haven’t been kind with their grades for the 49ers through one week of free agency.
Around The NFL
Bills say Michael Hoecht, Larry Ogunjobi will be suspended for PED violations – NBC Sports
The Bills signed Michael Hoecht and Larry Ogunjobi as free agents this week, but neither of them will be able to help the defensive line for the early part of the 2025 season.
2025 NFL free agency: Ranking QB moves, plus big questions – ESPN
Sam Darnold to Seattle. Geno Smith to Las Vegas. Aaron Rodgers to …? Our experts sort through quarterback signings, trades and extensions.uq
Jaguars will focus on adding key players at the NFL draft – ESPN
General Manager James Gladstone plans to draft rookies who will fill holes, contribute right away.
Are the Jets finally about to unlock Justin Fields’ full potential? Bucky Brooks explains how the QB could be exactly what New York’s offense needs in 2025. Plus, five perfect player-team marriages from the NFL’s first wave of free agency.
Bears O-line, Colts secondary, Rams WR corps among most improved units in free agency – The Athletic
Perhaps all of the new signings won’t pan out in the long term, but they should lead to immediate improvement.
Ten thoughts and observations relating to the early part of the offseason
2025 NFL free agency grades for all 32 teams – PFF
From big-money deals to bargain signings, teams have been busy reshaping their rosters in free agency. Below, we grade the major signings and assess which teams made smart investments—and which may have overpaid.
