I’ve written about how the Seattle Seahawks should release tight Ed Dickson and the response has proven to me that this is one of those fun times where my opinion is in..."A few times this offseason I’ve written about how the Seattle Seahawks should release tight Ed Dickson and the response has proven to me that this is one of those fun times where my opinion is in the minority. There is probably no “right answer” either Womens Alex McGough Jersey , it’s just my opinion. I think people often try so hard to say things that appeal to the masses, only to realize that the thing that people really find appealing is honesty.And I honestly think the Seahawks need another change at tight end. It’s not even a major one.Last offseason, Seattle signed Dickson to a three-year, $10.7 million contract with $3.6 million in guarantees. This was a smart move for a team looking to get back to being a top-ranked rushing team again because Dickson represented the best of the best at blocking tight ends in the minds of many. He also caught 30 passes for the Carolina Panthers in 2017 with 437 yards and while he’s never been a consistent threat in the passing game, he’s proven in the past that he’s a sometimes-threat.He’s also proven that he’s usually not a threat at all. In four of the last five seasons, including 2018, he’s caught between 10 and 17 passes. In nine years, Dickson has crossed over 200 yards just four times and over 300 yards just twice. He has 15 career touchdowns in 134 career games. It’s not what he does. He’s not a dual threat tight end. He blocks. And despite the Seahawks accomplishing their goal of being among the NFL’s top rushing teams, I don’t know that it’s fair to say that Dickson was a notable reason why.FieldGulls’ own Matty F Brown was critical of his blocking at several points during the year.And okay, it’s maybe a missed block here and there. But remember what Ed Dickson is. En total. The entirety of what Dickson represents to an NFL team: He’s a blocking tight end. A blocking tight end. A blocking tight end is no better than a sixth offensive lineman, except he’s probably being asked to do less than the other five guys. You know who else is a blocking tight end? George Fant. An undrafted free agent who barely played any football prior to his NFL career. A blocking tight end is available out there on the free agent market, I guarantee it.But Dickson’s cap hit in 2019 is $4.4 million. Is that the cost of a blocking tight end?The Seahawks would save $2.6 million in 2019 by releasing Dickson, as well as clearing out $3.4 million in 2020. Given that they’d need to spend at least $400,000 or so on a replacement tight end (Tyrone Swoopes as an example), it really saves Seattle about $2 million to release Dickson http://www.seahawkslockerroom.com/authentic-ethan-pocic-jersey , but it’s still $2 million that they’ll probably need. What does it leave them on the roster?Will Dissly was everyone’s favorite option thanks to his local hero status at the University of Washington and his 105-yard NFL debut against the Broncos. We can’t predict how he’ll respond to his repaired patellar tendon, but it certainly means that the Seahawks need more options than just Dissly.Nick Vannett was fine sometimes in 2018, when he got the most extensive playing time of his career and caught 29 passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns, but it’s tough to say that Vannett’s ceiling reaches much higher than this. He’s had his opportunities, and “number two tight end” does seem to be the height of his abilities. It’s possible that when Vannett becomes a free agent in 2020 (assuming he makes the team in 2019), he’ll struggle to compete for a professional job against tight ends who are younger, cheaper, and have more potential as blockers and receivers. Vannett is fine, but it hasn’t been a very ideal fit for him in Seattle.So how could I express concern for the health of Dissly and the abilities of Vannett and still suggest that the Seahawks should consider releasing Dickson, the presumed starter? Just because your best player at a position is limited it doesn’t mean that you should accept having a limited starter. Not in February.Seattle could target a tight end in the draft — which likely would not do much to help them at the position in 2019 because rookies rarely contribute significantly, regardless of draft status, mostly — or they could scan free agency and trades for more options. If an Ed Dickson was available last year, an Ed Dickson will be available this year. His skillset does not appear to be so rare that the team couldn’t test out other options. Maybe I’m wrong here. I’m open to that possibility because in theory, Dickson was the right decision for the team in 2018. I just didn’t see anything during that year to make me believe that he’s the right decision for the Seahawks in 2019. 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I think people often try so hard to say things that appeal to the masses, only to realize that the thing that people really find appealing is honesty.And I honestly think the Seahawks need another change at tight end. It’s not even a major one.Last offseason, Seattle signed Dickson to a three-year, $10.7 million contract with $3.6 million in guarantees. This was a smart move for a team looking to get back to being a top-ranked rushing team again because Dickson represented the best of the best at blocking tight ends in the minds of many. He also caught 30 passes for the Carolina Panthers in 2017 with 437 yards and while he’s never been a consistent threat in the passing game, he’s proven in the past that he’s a sometimes-threat.He’s also proven that he’s usually not a threat at all. In four of the last five seasons, including 2018, he’s caught between 10 and 17 passes. In nine years, Dickson has crossed over 200 yards just four times and over 300 yards just twice. He has 15 career touchdowns in 134 career games. It’s not what he does. He’s not a dual threat tight end. He blocks. And despite the Seahawks accomplishing their goal of being among the NFL’s top rushing teams, I don’t know that it’s fair to say that Dickson was a notable reason why.FieldGulls’ own Matty F Brown was critical of his blocking at several points during the year.And okay, it’s maybe a missed block here and there. But remember what Ed Dickson is. En total. The entirety of what Dickson represents to an NFL team: He’s a blocking tight end. A blocking tight end. A blocking tight end is no better than a sixth offensive lineman, except he’s probably being asked to do less than the other five guys. You know who else is a blocking tight end? George Fant. An undrafted free agent who barely played any football prior to his NFL career. A blocking tight end is available out there on the free agent market, I guarantee it.But Dickson’s cap hit in 2019 is $4.4 million. Is that the cost of a blocking tight end?The Seahawks would save $2.6 million in 2019 by releasing Dickson, as well as clearing out $3.4 million in 2020. Given that they’d need to spend at least $400,000 or so on a replacement tight end (Tyrone Swoopes as an example), it really saves Seattle about $2 million to release Dickson http://www.seahawkslockerroom.com/authentic-ethan-pocic-jersey , but it’s still $2 million that they’ll probably need. What does it leave them on the roster?Will Dissly was everyone’s favorite option thanks to his local hero status at the University of Washington and his 105-yard NFL debut against the Broncos. We can’t predict how he’ll respond to his repaired patellar tendon, but it certainly means that the Seahawks need more options than just Dissly.Nick Vannett was fine sometimes in 2018, when he got the most extensive playing time of his career and caught 29 passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns, but it’s tough to say that Vannett’s ceiling reaches much higher than this. He’s had his opportunities, and “number two tight end” does seem to be the height of his abilities. It’s possible that when Vannett becomes a free agent in 2020 (assuming he makes the team in 2019), he’ll struggle to compete for a professional job against tight ends who are younger, cheaper, and have more potential as blockers and receivers. Vannett is fine, but it hasn’t been a very ideal fit for him in Seattle.So how could I express concern for the health of Dissly and the abilities of Vannett and still suggest that the Seahawks should consider releasing Dickson, the presumed starter? Just because your best player at a position is limited it doesn’t mean that you should accept having a limited starter. Not in February.Seattle could target a tight end in the draft — which likely would not do much to help them at the position in 2019 because rookies rarely contribute significantly, regardless of draft status, mostly — or they could scan free agency and trades for more options. If an Ed Dickson was available last year, an Ed Dickson will be available this year. His skillset does not appear to be so rare that the team couldn’t test out other options. Maybe I’m wrong here. I’m open to that possibility because in theory, Dickson was the right decision for the team in 2018. I just didn’t see anything during that year to make me believe that he’s the right decision for the Seahawks in 2019. Seattle Seahawks should look into signing DeMarcus Lawrence in free agencyThe Seattle Seahawks could get a major upgrade on defense next season with the addition of current Dallas Cowboys defensive end, DeMarcus Lawrence.Prospect Profile: Could Seahawks Draft Tackle of the Future in Andre Dillard? - SeahawkMaven.ioDillard may need time to develop Womens Tyler Lockett Jersey , but he could become an eventual starter at either tackle spot for Seattle.Seahawks 2018 draft: Redrafting Seattle's entire classRedrafting the Seahawks 2018 NFL draft class. Did Seattle make the right picks? Here is what they have done in last year's draft.Thursday Round-Up: 12 Flag Raisers Of 2018 Season RecapA collection of the 12 Flag raisers throughout the 2018 season at CenturyLink Field.Nine Huskies, Three Cougars Among List Of 2019 NFL Scouting Combine ParticipantsThe list of 338 NFL Scouting Combine invitees includes nine players from the University of Washington and three from Washington State.Seahawks Join Seattle Sports Greats at 84th Annual MTRWestern Sports Star Of The YearSeahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett and former staff member Sandy Gregory attended the 84th Annual MTRWestern Seattle Sports Star of the Year awards show on Thursday night.Lance Zierlein publishes 2019 scouting reports 芦 Seahawks Draft BlogShould the Seahawks pursue edge rusher Andrew Trumbetti?The Chicago Bears just waived linebacker/edge rusher Andrew Trumbetti, should the Seahawks make a claim?Falcons release veteran defensive end Brooks Reed - NFL.comThe veteran housecleaning in Atlanta continued on Thursday. Two days after cutting Robert Alford and one sleep after letting Matt Bryant walk, the Falcons released defensive end Brooks Reed.No kickoffs as AAF action kicks off this weekend - NFL.comAlliance of American Football action will begin this Saturday with plenty of different rules from the NFL, not the least of which is there will be no kickoffs in games.ATN Podcast: Offseason storylines to track and not - NFL.comA room filled with some heroes bring you all the news including Eagles QB Carson Wentz responding to reports about his temperament and Nick Foles informing the Eagles that he will void his $20 million option.Cardinals sign CB Robert Alford to three-year deal - NFL.comRobert Alford has found a new home. The Arizona Cardinals have signed the cornerback to a three-year, $22.5 million contract, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reportedBucs sign Danish kicker Andersen from German league - NFL.comTampa Bay announced Thursday that it signed Phillip Andersen, a Danish kicker who most recently booted for the Berlin Rebels of the German Football League.Kyler Murray expected to attend NFL Scouting Combine - NFL.comThree-hundred-and-thirty-eight college prospects are slated to attend the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis later this month, but one of them stands out: Kyler Murray.Cam Newton details shoulder injury: 'I felt so scared' - NFL.comCam Newton unveiled Thursday a behind-the-scenes YouTube docuseries, during which he admits how his shoulder injury affected his play as the Panthers nosedived to the finish after a 6-2 start.Brian Cushing eager to get to work as a strength coach for the Texans – ProFootballTalkBrian Cushing is the all-time leading tackler in Houston Texans history, but he was known almost as much for his offseason work as his on-field work. That was true in both a good way -- he's been known for an intense weight room work ethic since high school, when he worked out with the great trainer...Report: Alabama running backs coach Joe Pannunzio to return to Eagles staff – ProFootballTalkThe Philadelphia Eagles are getting a familiar face back in their building. According to Cole Cubelic of the SEC Network, Alabama running backs coach Joe Pannunzio is returning to the Eagles in an unspecified off-field role.
e slated to attend the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis later this month, but one of them stands out: Kyler Murray.Cam Newton details shoulder injury: 'I felt so scared' - NFL.comCam Newton unveiled Thursday a behind-the-scenes YouTube docuseries, during which he admits how his shoulder injury affected his play as the Panthers nosedived to the finish after a 6-2 start.Brian Cushing eager to get to work as a strength coach for the Texans – ProFootballTalkBrian Cushing is the all-time leading tackler in Houston Texans history, but he was known almost as much for his offseason work as his on-field work. That was true in both a good way -- he's been known for an intense weight room work ethic since high school, when he worked out with the great trainer...Report: Alabama running backs coach Joe Pannunzio to return to Eagles staff – ProFootballTalkThe Philadelphia Eagles are getting a familiar face back in their building. According to Cole Cubelic of the SEC Network, Alabama running backs coach Joe Pannunzio is returning to the Eagles in an unspecified off-field role.