Pre-Snap Reads: Elijah Arroyo, more set to make leap for Seahawks in 2026

In Today’s Links: another look at the Seattle Seahawks’ 2026 schedule and their advantages there within, odds (if you are into that sort of thing), the sophomore class, lessons from the GM, and a little bit more of what you are looking for from us here at Field Gulls. Thanks for being here. Go, ‘Hawks!

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Seahawks News

The Seahawks exposed Sean McVay’s biggest weakness – Seaside Joe
If Mike Macdonald is “Bizarro McVay”, will the Rams have any counter-punch to Seattle’s counter-punch?

Seahawks have an underrated advantage in their 2026 schedule – Seattle Sports
The Seahawks have a challenging schedule, but their overall rest differential is in their favor.

Oddsmakers weigh in on Seahawks’ chances in 2026 | Analysis – The Seattle Times
Oddsmakers have the Seahawks’ schedule in hand. Here’s what they think of their chances in each game and what they think about their chances to repeat as champs.

Growth of Sophomore Class Gives Seahawks Shot to Be Even Better in 2026 – Emerald City Spectrum
Like most Super Bowl winners, the Seattle Seahawks leaned heavily on their established stars on the way to hoisting the Lombardi Trophy last season.

Three More Candidates To Make Big Improvements In The 2026 Season For The Seahawks – si.com
Don’t forget about these guys making a significant leap in 2026 to help Seattle reach their 2025 heights once again.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba reveals ‘disrespectful’ mistake on OPOY trophy – ESPN.com
Jaxon Smith-Njigba apparently has another reason to feel slighted — and this time, he’s speaking out about it.

500: Seahawks Super Bowl Window Then vs. Now — Lessons John Schneider Learned – Sea Hawkers Podcast
Episode 500 looks back at the Seattle Seahawks previous championship window to spot what fueled the decline from back-to-back Super Bowl appearances.

NFC West News

Jacoby Brissett once again missing from voluntary workouts – Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals veteran quarterback is still holding out for a new contract.

49ers news: Is Kyle Shanahan “pass happy” as a playcaller? – Niners Nation
Where does Shanahan rank in the NFL?

The most divided backfield we’ve seen in the Sean McVay era? – Turf Show Times
Sean McVay historically does not share running back work: Kyren Williams and Blake Corum seem ready to split the load