Pre-Snap Reads 2/7: Kenneth Walker III may have more at stake than any Seahawk

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 04: Kenneth Walker III #9 of the Seattle Seahawks looks on during a practice ahead of Super Bowl LX at San Jose State University on February 04, 2026 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images) | Getty Images

In Today's Links: things to watch for during the Big Game on Sunday, analysis, previews, predictions, and more concerning our Seattle Seahawks' match-up with the New England Patriots; more on the closeness of this particular Hawks squad, a mailbag from John Boyle; a few bits on Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the best receiver in the world"; Jarren Reed and his life in the trenches, Nick Emmanwori is the prototype, and much more! One more sleep and then it's gameday! How we feelin?!? As usual, thank you for being here. Been a great year so far, and we could have never done it without y'all. You are appreciated. Go, Hawks!

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Seahawks News

Seahawks are battle-tested, but Patriots aren't Seattle-tested - Seaside Joe
Drake Maye didn't win MVP, but the Seahawks already faced the MVP 3 times anyway

Brock's 6 keys to watch in Seahawks-Patriots Super Bowl - Seattle Sports
The Seattle Seahawks are just two days away from getting the chance to earn their second Super Bowl title in franchise history.

Huard: This is the closest Seahawks team I've ever seen' - Seattle Sports
In the immediate aftermath of Sam Darnold's lowest point of the season - a nightmare four-interception performance that sunk the Seattle Seahawks in a 21-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 11 - linebacker Ernest Jones IV stepped up to the press conference podium anddelivered an impassioned defense of his quarterback.

Seahawks Mailbag: Takeaways From Super Bowl Week, A Bright Future & More - Seahawks.com
You had Seahawks questions; we have answers.

What To Watch In The Seahawks' Super Bowl LX Matchup With The Patriots - Seahawks.com
Players, matchups and storylines to watch when the Seahawks face the Patriots in Super Bowl LX.

Why no Seahawk encapsulates the team more than Jaxon Smith-Njigba- The Seattle Times
If there is one player who embodies the Seahawks' where did thatcome from?" vibe this year, it's a receiver who wears No. 11, Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

Super Bowl LX: Seattle Times staff's score predictions for Seahawks-Patriots- The Seattle Times
Seahawks or Patriots? Here are the score predictions for the Seahawks' Super Bowl matchup vs. the Patriots from Bob Condotta and other Seattle Times sports...

What player has more at stake personally in Super Bowl 60 than Kenneth Walker? - The News Tribune
The Seahawk with the most at stake, personally, in the Super Bowl sits alone.

Seahawks defensive anchor Jarran Reed relishes role and making a living in trenches - The News Tribune
Jarran Reed earns a living in the pit, the trenches of NFL combat, and this pleases the Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle to no end.

The Time is Now': How Nick Emmanwori's Versatility, Rapid Growth Powered Seahawks' Super Bowl Run - Emerald City Spectrum
Coming out of South Carolina, Nick Emmanwori had all of the physical gifts to be a star in the NFL, but unlocking his potential required the right team and right coach. The Seahawks checked off both boxes, and now, no player may be more critical to winning Super Bowl LX.

Curtis Allen's Super Bowl Watch Points (Part 2: Offense vs Patriots) - Seahawks Draft Blog
What an incredible transformation the Seahawks offense has gone through this season.

Kenneth Walker III Comments on his Future With the Seattle Seahawks - si.com
Super Bowl LX's most-likely touchdown scorer talks about what comes next.

Why Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak would be incredible' head coach - ESPN.com
One of theSeattle Seahawks most memorable offensive plays of the 2025 season came in a Week 6 win over theJacksonville Jaguars, whenSam DarnoldhitJaxon Smith-Njigbaover the top for a 61-yard touchdown.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the best in the world.' He also personifies the Seahawks' attitude - The Athletic
Jaxon Smith-Njigba's full name is a mouthful, so he's commonly known around the Seattle Seahawks' facility as Jax."

Countdown To Super Bowl 60: Seahawks vs Patriots Breakdown w/ Patriots Insider - The Hawks Eye w/ Bryce Coutts
We're live breaking down Super Bowl 60 as the Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots, and we're joined by Patriots insider Taylor Kyles for an inside look at the matchup.

Seahawks Playbook Podcast Episode 726: Super Bowl Preview Show with guest Dan Viens - Seahawks Playbook Podcast
Dan Viens of the Seahawks Forever Podcast joins Bill Alvstad and Keith Myers as we discuss the Super Bowl match up between your Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots.

NFC West News

Larry Fitzgerald a first ballot NFL Hall of Famer - Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals great has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

49ers exit interviews, WR: Multiple upgrades are needed to get back to 2023 receiver room - Niners Nation
Is a complete overhaul needed for the 49ers WR room?

How Kliff Kingsbury hire could foreshadow Rams' offseason plan - Turf Show Times
Kliff Kingsbury has developed Patrick Mahomes, Kyler Murray, and Jayden Daniels. Is a Rams future QB up next?