Seattle, WA
Under Larry Izzo, Seahawks Continue to Put ‘Special’ in Special Teams
Since getting off to the races with a 6-3 begin to surge to the highest of the NFC West, little has gone proper for the Seahawks as they’ve fallen out of the playoff image by shedding 4 of their previous 5 video games.
However whereas Seattle hasn’t been in a position to run the ball with any consistency on offense nor decelerate opposing run video games and restrict explosives on protection for greater than a month, behind the scenes, the particular groups unit has as soon as once more emerged as arguably the most effective within the NFL. Thriving in all sides within the third part of the sport, based on Soccer Outsiders, the workforce leapfrogged Baltimore into first place in particular groups DVOA with three video games left to play.
Following the lead of coordinator Larry Izzo, who was an esteemed Professional Bowl specialist throughout a stellar 14-year profession with the Dolphins, Patriots, and Jets, the Seahawks play sensible, aggressive, and hard on particular groups. His imprint will be seen on all the pieces they do from kick and punt protection to subject purpose block to the kick return recreation.
Showcasing the velocity coach Pete Carroll raved about through the offseason and coaching camp with quite a few younger gamers similar to receiver Dareke Younger and security Joey Blount contributing, Seattle’s kickoff and punt protection items fly down the sphere, swarming returners earlier than they’ve an opportunity to rise up to hurry. Anchored by captain Nick Bellore, who leads the workforce with 11 particular groups tackles and completed second in Professional Bowl voting amongst NFC specialists, they rank first in kickoff DVOA (6.1) and seventh in punt DVOA (4.4).
Earlier within the season, the Seahawks punt protection workforce single-handedly propelled the workforce to a 27-13 victory over the Giants, as tight finish Will Dissly and working again Travis Homer compelled a pair of fumbles by returner Richie James that set the offense up with nice subject place. The 2 turnovers led on to 10 factors for the house workforce, together with a game-clinching landing run by Ken Walker III halfway via the fourth quarter that prolonged the result in 14 factors.
With punter Michael Dickson having fun with one other robust season booming the ball off his proper foot and the protection workforce rapidly cleansing up returners in pursuit, Seattle ranks second within the NFL netting 45 yards per punt. Per Professional Soccer Reference, the workforce has solely allowed 159 punt return yards all season, the eighth-lowest complete within the league.
In the meantime, kicker Jason Myers has continued his odd pattern of taking part in at his greatest throughout even-numbered years, rating first in subject purpose and additional level DVOA at 9.5. Coming off a disappointing 2021 marketing campaign by which he made lower than 75 p.c of his subject purpose makes an attempt, he is been near-automatic this 12 months for the Seahawks, splitting the uprights on 26 out of 27 subject purpose makes an attempt and every of his previous 21 kicks courting again to Week 4.
Already with extra made subject objectives than his historic 2020 season the place he made all 24 makes an attempt, Myers has taken his recreation to a different stage with free company proper across the nook. The veteran place kicker has been cash from lengthy distance, nailing all six of his subject purpose makes an attempt of 50-plus yards and placing him one away from tying a career-high for makes in a season from that distance. When accounting for his near-perfect 37 for 38 additional level totals, he is accounted for 8.2 factors per recreation, fifth-most within the NFL in 2022.
Making Dickson and Myers’ success much more spectacular, they have not missed a beat with out lengthy snapper Tyler Ott, as Carson Tinker has achieved a improbable job in his absence and completed fifth in Professional Bowl voting.
Even within the return recreation the place the workforce has struggled at occasions, Seattle ranks a good seventh in kick return DVOA (3.6). The latest arrival of speedy working again Godwin Igwebuike, who was elevated from the apply squad the previous two video games, has offered a serious jolt on particular groups as he has returned six kicks for 187 yards and north of 31 yards per return in these two contests. For the season, they rank sixth in return yardage per kickoff.
If there’s one blemish on the Seahawks in any other case dynamic particular groups unit, Izzo hasn’t but been capable of finding a viable resolution for returning punts. Averaging solely 6.5 yards per return, the fifth-lowest complete within the NFL, they rank twenty fourth in punt return DVOA (-3.0), simply their worst rating within the third part of the sport. They’re considered one of six groups this 12 months that hasn’t had at the very least one punt return of 20 or extra yards.
Nonetheless, throughout the board, Seattle has acquired excellent manufacturing on particular groups all season lengthy, together with cornerback Tariq Woolen blocking a subject purpose in a Week 2 loss at San Francisco that was returned for a landing by teammate Mike Jackson. Even when accidents have struck, together with Homer lacking a complete of 5 video games resulting from rib and knee points and Bellore lacking a recreation with a concussion, Izzo has been capable of finding succesful replacements to step in and hold the unit buzzing at full capability.
In actuality, this success should not be a revelation. Since Izzo took the reins in 2020, Seattle has completed within the high 5 in particular groups DVOA all three seasons. It has been one fixed for a franchise that has undergone substantial roster and training adjustments together with curler coaster outcomes on offense and protection throughout that point. Within the course of, Izzo has constructed a rock strong resume for a head teaching place down the street if he desires one.
Contemplating how a lot the Seahawks have struggled defensively for a lot of the season and the regression on offense with out a working recreation to enrich Geno Smith, they may probably want their particular groups items to ship clutch performs to complete robust and push for a playoff spot. Fortunately, Izzo’s group has given no purpose to imagine they will not be up for the problem and no person ought to be shocked if they arrive via with a key turnover or two whereas Myers retains dialing up from lengthy distance over the following three weeks.
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SEATTLE – Seattle is at a breaking point as fearless street racers continue to scoff at the law.
City Attorney Ann Davison is determined to change that by proposing hefty fines and making video, including social media posts, admissible as evidence.
“We need to have our laws matter,” Davison said. “With our understaffing with Seattle Police, we need to be smart in how we address this.”
Seattle Police Department street takeover dashcam video
On June 22 and 23, 2024, Seattle Police officers responded to street takeover events in the city.
On Tuesday morning, Davison and leaders with the Seattle Police Department presented their proposal to members of the City Council Public Safety Commission.
Seattle Police report that social media posts often inspire swarms of people to attend these dangerous events. What begins as death-defying donuts often escalates into deadly consequences: gunfire, hit-and-runs and even homicides.
One example of that blatant disregard is Miles Hudson, the man-behind-the-wheel of the infamous “Belltown Hellcat.” Despite a slew of criminal charges, thousands of dollars in fines and constant demands to stop, Hudson continues to post videos of him speeding and revving his souped up car on his Instagram.
Belltown Hellcat exploits WA’s new street racing law
Despite facing two reckless driving charges and over $80,000 in fines, “Belltown Hellcat” driver Miles Hudson is still on the streets and posting new content in his 2023 Dodge Charger.
“I saw how people were laughing at officers because it felt like they couldn’t do anything,” remarked Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth. “I’m assuming people come to Seattle to do it because we don’t have particular laws that prevent this from happening.”
Davison suggests imposing a $500 fine for cars caught spinning out. She also argues that video evidence, including dash or body camera footage and social media content, should be used to prosecute offenders.
During the discussion, Councilmember Rob Saka expressed strong support for following the city of Kent’s lead in criminalizing spectators too. Saka promised to reach out to Kent mayor Dana Ralph to learn more.
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The waiting is almost over! We’re one month away from the the first Seattle Seahawks training camp under new head coach Mike Macdonald. The team has announced the schedule and start times for the public practices, all but one of which will be held at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center (VMAC) in Renton. There’s a special scrimmage/mock game at Lumen Field as part of the team’s annual Football Fan Fest.
All training camp practices begin at 1 PM PT except for the Aug. 5 session, which is a “rise and shine!” 9:45 AM start.
Seahawks 2024 training camp dates
Wednesday, July 24 – Season Ticket Holder Day (and their guests)
Friday, July 26 – Back Together Weekend
Saturday, July 27 – Back Together Weekend
Tuesday, July 30 – Kids Day
Thursday, Aug. 1 – Season Ticket Holder Day (and their guests)
Friday, Aug. 2 – College and Alumni Day
Saturday, Aug. 3 – Football Fan Fest at Lumen Field (mock game)
Monday, Aug. 5 – Kids Day (9:45 AM)
Wednesday, Aug. 7 – Mascot Mayhem Day
Thursday, Aug. 8 – Throwbacks Day
As our own John P. Gilbert noted last week, Seahawks rookies report to camp on July 17, followed by veterans on July 23.
Do you want to go to Seahawks training camp? Go to the official team registration site here and follow the steps to get your free (but limited availability) tickets. There is a $15 transportation fee per person to attend the VMAC practices, since fans will be shuttled to the facility. Again, cell phones and cameras are not permitted during practice, but will be allowed before and after.
Paid tickets for the mock game are on sale now and start at an appropriate $12. If you can’t attend, there are YouTube live streams provided by the Seahawks, although don’t expect actual training camp plays and scrimmages to be shown.
Are you planning on attending any of these practices? Let us know in the comments!
The Seattle Police Department (SPD) seized at least two dozen guns in separate incidents, one Friday and another early Sunday. The incident Sunday was notable as it resulted in two people being shot and an investigation that led to an apartment where a suspect was hiding with at least 20 guns nearby.
2 people shot in Chinatown district; dozens of weapons recovered
The SPD stated it is investigating after two people were shot in the Chinatown-International District shortly after midnight Sunday. The shootings led to one man being arrested.
According to a post in the SPD Blotter Monday, an officer located two men shot near 8th Avenue South and South King Street at 12:29 a.m. Sunday. Members of the SPD moved the victims to a secure location as more law enforcement resources responded.
Two men, one is 37 years old and the other is 28, were treated on scene by the Seattle Fire Department (SFD) and transported to Harborview Medical Center in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries, the department wrote in its online statement.
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Officers determined the shots came from the window of a second-floor apartment nearby. SPD officers found the suspect hiding inside and arrested him.
The suspect, 24, was taken to the hospital for a medical issue not related to the shooting. Once cleared, the suspect was booked into King County Jail on two counts of first-degree assault.
A firearm was located near the window overlooking a parking lot where the victims were believed to be shot. Multiple firearms and firearm accessories also were located inside the residence and seized as evidence upon service of a search warrant, the SPD Blotter post states. The SPD added a photo from the scene to its online post and it contains at least 25 guns it seized from the scene.
The department concluded its statement by saying additional charges may follow as detectives with the Gun Violence Reduction Unit complete their investigation.
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2 guns, ammunition taken by police during operation arrest
SPD officers conducted an operation and arrested suspect in possession of two guns, ammunition, and narcotics downtown Seattle Friday afternoon, the SPD reported in a separate SPD Blotter post Monday.
Officers were in the area of 3rd Avenue and Pike Street at 2:44 p.m. Friday when they located a suspected narcotics dealer. A 26-year-old man ended up getting arrested.
Multiple items of evidence were seized including two semi-automatic handguns, ammunition, magazines, and drugs, the department noted in its online statement.
The SPD post concluded by stating the man was booked into King County Jail for two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm and a “Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act (VUCSA) Narcotics Sale and Delivery.”
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