With 2023 NFL training camps set to kick off the week of July 24, it's time to get up to speed on all 32 NFL teams. Christian Gonzales has the lowdown on position battles, key players and notable subplots across the NFC West:
Catch up on the Seattle Seahawks' offseason and 2023 outlook below ...
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1) Expectations at the quarterback position for the Seahawks last year were relatively low after the franchise's blockbuster trade of Russell Wilson. However, a career year for Geno Smith, in which he earned his first Pro Bowl nod and won Comeback Player of the Year, fueled Seattle to a playoff berth. How will Smith respond in camp now that expectations are heightened? He is the Seahawks' undisputed QB1 for 2023, signing a three-year deal in March. The Seahawks will likely need an encore performance from Smith to keep pace in the NFC West. And due to the structure of his contract, Smith might need another strong showing to secure his spot in Seattle beyond this season.
2) Training camp will give us an opportunity to see what type of impact rookie wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba could make in Year 1. Seattle drafted Smith-Njigba 20th overall this year to complement wideouts DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. Metcalf and Lockett were one of two teammate duos with 80-plus receptions and 1,000-plus receiving yards in 2022. If the rookie gets off to a fast start, the Seahawks could have one of the top receiving trios in the league.
3) How will carries be distributed following the Seahawks' offseason changes at running back? Rashaad Penny left in free agency to join Philadelphia. Will Kenneth Walker III be the feature back after leading all rookies in rush yards (1,050) and rush TDs (nine) last season? He could
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