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Dissly gives the Chargers their best run-blocking tight end since Hunter Henry, and Hurst should help stretch the field in the passing game.
Daniel Popper19
Yes, the Chargers want to run the ball. But they still need Justin Herbert to play at an MVP level to be a contender.
Chargers passing game coordinator Marcus Brady: "The more that you could take off their plate … it just slows down the mind."
Daniel Popper52
Retaining Khalil Mack on a restructured deal shows the Chargers want to win and not just clear the books of expensive contracts.
Daniel Popper44
Edwards is coming off his most productive season as a pro rushing for a career-high 810 yards and 13 touchdowns in the regular season.
Daniel Popper29
Adams cost the Seahawks two first-round picks and a record-setting contract, but he has not been able to stay healthy.
Michael-Shawn Dugar116
Fant and Colby Parkinson are free agents, while Dissly is a possible cap cut. None produced as expected in 2023, meaning change is likely.
Michael-Shawn Dugar26
Tyler Lockett's and Quandre Diggs' contracts might need addressing, with the Seahawks over the cap and having several key free agents.
Michael-Shawn Dugar65
For perhaps the first time this season, Seattle should be in good shape after losing one of its starters.
Michael-Shawn Dugar10
Over the last few years, the Broncos’ defense has either led the league with the fewest passing yards allowed or ranked among the top four, but tight ends have long been their Achilles’ heel.
Nicki Jhabvala8
Rookie tight end Will Dissly was a bright spot in Seattle's Week 1 loss at Denver, proving he can be a factor in the Seahawks' passing game in addition to his blocking duties.
Sam Gold4
Your expectations may be lowered this year, but Seattle's are not — it's still championship-or-bust inside the locker room. Now we'll find out if Seattle has the roster to achieve that goal.
Michael-Shawn Dugar7
Fourth-round tight end Will Dissly will be an instant upgrade for the Seahawks’ offense and exemplifies Pete Carroll's "always compete" mentality.