Good morning, 12s.
Here's a look at what's "out there" for today - Friday, August 19 - about your Seattle Seahawks following the team's 18-11 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in the second preseason game of 2016:
What They're Saying: Vikings 18, Seahawks 11
Here at Seahawks.com, digital media reporter John Boyle shares rapid reaction to Thursday's game, says the Seahawks still feel confident in their offensive line play despite giving up four sacks, and notes the strong play the team received from the run game on both sides of the football.
Coach Pete Carroll shared injury updates on tight end Nick Vannett, defensive tackle Jarran Reed, and running back Thomas Rawls following the game.
Here's locker room reaction to one of the more entertaining plays from Thursday night: Jon Ryan's fair catch of a Minnesota punt on the sideline.
Here's how veterans, rookies, and newcomers reacted to 2016's first game at CenturyLink Field, a game played in front of 68,469 12s.
Bob Condotta and Jayson Jenks at the Seattle Times each share three observations from Thursday's game.
Dave Boling at the Tacoma News Tribune details what the Seahawks need to correct before the regular season opens on Sept. 11.
Stephen Cohen at SeattlePI.com shares his three biggest takeaways from the Seahawks' second preseason game, including what was a strong performance from rookie defensive tackle Jarran Reed.
Brady Henderson at 710Sports.com catches up with rookie quarterback Trevone Boykin after he nearly led another thrilling fourth-quarter comeback.
Danny O'Neil at 710Sports.com says the pressure is on quarterback Russell Wilson this year to minimize the impact of a new-look offensive line by getting the ball out quicker.
Sheil Kapadia at ESPN.com says receiver Tyler Lockett's 31-yard first-quarter catch was a bright spot in the Seahawks' passing offense.
Check out some photos from Preseason Week 2: Seattle Seahawks vs. Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field.