The Seahawks followed up with another day of light field work Thursday, the second of four OTA-style sessions before the padded practices began on Monday. The day started with a Russell Wilson conference call, where we’ll begin before summarizing everything we learned on Thursday.
Damien lewis, the presumed favorite to win the right guard post, earned Wilson’s praise.
Russell Wilson said he was impressed with G Damien Lewis from the start, said he has become a leader among the rookies. #Seahawks
– John Boyle (@johnpboyle) Aug 13, 2020
Wilson also spoke well DeeJay Dallas, another recruit. Dallas drew praise from Pete Carroll after the first day of fieldwork Wednesday.
Wilson praises rookie RB DeeJay Dallas a day after Pete Carroll said he was one of the first highlights.
– Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) Aug 13, 2020
Wilson was asked about the raging debate and fans’ push to see him go by more often.
Russell Wilson asked about the Let Debate Russ Cook said he would like to be more involved in the games sooner. “Treat each quarter like the fourth.”
– Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) Aug 13, 2020
DK Metcalf and Wilson’s connection is expected to grow in the second year for the wide receiver, especially after an offseason spent together.
Russell also met DK Metcalf in Mexico and San Diego this offseason. “Our friendship has grown like crazy. One of my best friends. He’s like my little brother. He taught him to swim too.” #Seahawks
– Aaron Levine (@ AaronQ13Fox) Aug 13, 2020
Wilson detailed the expected starters along the offensive line, which included three new faces.
And Wilson essentially detailing what now appears to be the starting offensive line – Duane Brown, Mike Iupati, BJ Finney, Damien Lewis and Brandon Shell, left to right.
– Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) Aug 13, 2020
However, despite Finney’s inclusion in Wilson’s roster, it was Ethan Pocic work with the first team on Thursday.
Ethan Pocic works at center with Russell Wilson in warm-ups and BJ Finney with Geno Smith. Kyle Fuller the other center.
– Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) Aug 13, 2020
The first-team defense remained unchanged for the second day on the training ground, although a change could come on Friday with Quinton Dunbarthe availability.
The defense of the first team is the same as yesterday:
DL- Mayowa, Reed, Ford, Green
LB- Irvin, Wright, Wagner
S- Adams, Diggs
CB- Griffin, Flowers– Ben Arthur (Benyarthur) Aug 13, 2020
Shaquem griffin seems to be stuck on the defensive line, where he finished last season, as well as linebacker.
