Pre-Snap Reads: Seahawks, Sam Darnold looking for consistency on offense

First off, happy Friday, yall! We made it to the weekend. Hope you have something fun planned. Second, the links. We’ve got a bit more discourse on what ails the 2026 version of the Seattle Seahawks offense. Turnovers aside, what stands out to you as far as the biggest issues? How quickly can our squad turn it around? We’ve also got injury updates. What are your realistic expectations for Zach Charbonnet? Should he be on a pitch count, as it were? Got some of your favorite pods, as well. It’s a full day. Dive in. Enjoy yourself. Thanks for being here. Go, ‘Hawks!

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Seattle Seahawks News

Chiefs fans are mad at me – Seaside Joe
Where was all this support for Kenneth Walker’s gifts when he was on the Seahawks?

Breakdown: The crux of Seahawks’ offensive struggles – Seattle Sports
NFL Network’s Trevor Sikkema detailed how Seattle’s ineffective rushing attack has created a negative ripple effect on the entire offense.

Sam Darnold & Seahawks Looking To Be More ‘Consistent’ Moving Forward – Seahawks.com
The Seahawks have taken the time to self-scout and evaluate areas they can grow in ahead of Week 7.

Seahawks activate RB Zach Charbonnet from PUP list – The Seattle Times
The Seahawks activated Zach Charbonnet from the physically unable to perform list, making him eligible to play as soon as this week against the Chiefs.

Seahawks offense is struggling. Here’s what’s wrong | Analysis – The Spokesman Review
The question: “What’s wrong with the Seahawks offense?” would be hovering ominously this week in the wake of two straight turnover-fueled defeats regardless of Sunday’s opponent.

Elijah Arroyo Lost for Season, Casting Questions on Seahawks’ Future – Emerald City Spectrum
Two seasons into his NFL career, Elijah Arroyo has continued to struggle staying healthy with limited on-field production. Now done for 2026, whether fair or not, it’s worth pondering what his future may look like in Seattle.

Talking Seahawks with Jeff Simmons at 12:30pm PT – Seahawks Draft Blog
Jess Simmons Show: Crossover with Rob Stanton

Byron Murphy II’s Emergence is Huge For Seahawks’ Defense – si.com
The former Seahawks first-round pick has taken another step in his third season.

Kenneth Walker III is thriving with Chiefs. Why did the Seahawks let him go? – ESPN.com
Moments after Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III ripped off a 33-yard touchdown run Sunday inside Arrowhead Stadium, the CBS broadcast showed a sign of the rough times in the Seattle Seahawks‘ backfield. It was an actual sign, too, held by a fan wearing a royal blue Seahawks jersey amid a sea of Chiefs red.

Coach Mike’s Biggest Challenge Yet: Chiefs at Seahawks GAME PREVIEW – Sea Hawkers Podcast
The Seattle Seahawks are 3-3, the Kansas City Chiefs are 5-0, and Sunday Night Football is heading to Lumen Field. Can we bottle up Kenneth Walker, our former Super Bowl MVP, now carrying the load for Kansas City? Who shines brighter under the lights, JSN or Walker?

Seahawks Reinforcements Are Coming… Is That Enough? | Seahawks Syndicate – The Hawks Eye Podcast
🚨 THE SEAHAWKS NEED ANSWERS NOW — AND HELP IS FINALLY ON THE HORIZON! 🚨

NFC West News

Jeremiyah Love expected to still be out with ankle injury against Broncos – Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals did not see Jeremiyah Love against the Los Angeles Rams, who are a good defense but we saw maybe the most impressive rushing attack of the season from the Mike LaFleur offense.

Fact or fiction: The 49ers need to trade for a wide receiver ahead of the deadline – Niners Nation
Examining the most popular topic surrounding the 49ers

Rams have signed 9 different kickers since Greg Zuerlein left – Turf Show Times
The Rams keep falling into the same trap on special teams

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