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FILE - In this Aug. 1, 2019, file photo, Seattle Seahawks' Ezekiel Ansah stands on the field at an NFL football training camp, in Renton, Wash. The addition of Jadeveon Clowney has stolen all the attention in Seattle. But Ziggy Ansah is also expected to make his Seattle debut in the season opener against Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
Ziggy Ansah, the other DE in Seattle, is ready for his debut

By Tim Booth Sep. 05, 2019 08:19 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals coach Zac Taylor, right, meets with Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich after an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
New era in Cincinnati begins with test against Seahawks

By Tim Booth Sep. 05, 2019 04:53 PM EDT

Bengals-Seahawks Capsule

By The Associated Press Sep. 05, 2019 04:05 PM EDT
CINCINNATI (6-10) at SEATTLE (10-7) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE — Seahawks by 7 2018 RECORD VS. SPREAD —...

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, Houston Texans' Jadeveon Clowney rushes during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. Houston added six players in four trades this weekend, which included a deal that sent 2014 top overall pick Clowney to the Seattle Seahawks after the team could not agree on a long-term deal with the defensive end. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
Duane Brown part of reason Jadeveon Clowney is with Seahawks

By Tim Booth Sep. 04, 2019 08:00 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins runs off the field during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Cousins, Vikings enter crossroad year, with more help for QB

By Dave Campbell Sep. 04, 2019 07:04 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 1

By Brandon C. Williams Sep. 04, 2019 06:26 PM EDT

Clowney expects to make his Seahawks debut in Week 1

By Tim Booth Sep. 02, 2019 07:41 PM EDT
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Jadeveon Clowney spent Monday exactly where he wanted to end up. He was no longer in Houston. He was in Seattle, the place former...

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns punter Britton Colquitt kicks against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game in Pittsburgh. The Minnesota Vikings have yet another new specialist, veteran punter Britton Colquitt, after making the swap for Matt Wile. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)
With Colquitt, Vikings hope to have found kicking continuity

By Dave Campbell Sep. 02, 2019 06:43 PM EDT

Texans work to integrate new players picked up this weekend

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 02, 2019 04:39 PM EDT
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans made a flurry of moves this weekend to give their team a new look. Now, as they prepare to open the season next Monday at New...

Lions seeking better start after messing up 2018 opener

By Paula Pasche Sep. 02, 2019 03:21 PM EDT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — A better start is on everyone's mind in Detroit. The Lions open the season at Arizona, hoping to perform far better than they...

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars middle linebacker Myles Jack (44) reacts after making a play during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Jacksonville, Fla. A person familiar with the situation says the Jaguars are giving Jack a four-year contract extension worth $57 million, a move that will give the team more flexibility with its franchise tag in 2020. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)
Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack signs 4-year, $57M extension

Sep. 02, 2019 11:19 AM EDT

FILE- In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, Houston Texans outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) rushes during the NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
Seahawks finalize deal to acquire Clowney from Texans

By Tim Booth Sep. 01, 2019 05:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler is sacked by Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Texans set to move on from Clowney, get franchise LT Tunsil

By Kristie Rieken Aug. 31, 2019 10:10 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith drops back during the first half of the team's NFL football preseason game against the Oakland Raiders, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Seahawks down to 1 QB after cutting Geno Smith, Paxton Lynch

By Tim Booth Aug. 31, 2019 08:30 PM EDT

Jets waive 3rd-rounder Polite, trade Nickerson to Seahawks

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Aug. 31, 2019 06:23 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — The Jets quickly cut ties with third-round pick Jachai Polite, a pass rusher from Florida who struggled to make an impact during training camp. ...

FILE - In this Aug. 9, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Laquon Treadwell (11) walks on the field in the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. Treadwell is likely closing in on the end of his lackluster tenure with the Vikings, three years after they drafted the wide receiver in the first round. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Kicker/punter prospect Vedvik among Vikings cuts

By Dave Campbell Aug. 31, 2019 06:17 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars middle linebacker Myles Jack (44) reacts after making a play during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Jacksonville, Fla. A person familiar with the situation says the Jaguars are giving Jack a four-year contract extension worth $57 million, a move that will give the team more flexibility with its franchise tag in 2020. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)
AP source: Jags' Jack to sign 4-year, $57M extension

By Mark Long Aug. 31, 2019 04:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler is sacked by Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars 10/21/2018

Aug. 31, 2019 01:19 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler is sacked by Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
AP sources: Seahawks close to landing Clowney from Texans

By Tim Booth Aug. 31, 2019 01:03 PM EDT

Master NFL historian writes masterful 100-season history

By The Associated Press Aug. 30, 2019 12:00 PM EDT
Joe Horrigan calls it a "many decades love affair with football." Readers of his book, "NFL Century," will call it masterful. Horrigan,...