Good morning, 12s.
Here's a look at what's "out there" for—Thursday, September 7—about your Seattle Seahawks:
Brandon Marshall "Still Trying To Prove Myself" 13 Years Into His NFL Career
Brandon Marshall, who signed with the Seahawks as a free agent this offseason, is a six-time Pro-Bowler who has had eight seasons with 1,000 or more yards and six seasons of 100 or more catches. Yet despite all he has done, the 34-year-old Marshall comes into this season feeling like he has a lot to prove, but he's also confident in his ability, especially now that he feels healthy following ankle and toe surgeries last year. In fact he even responded to a fan's question on social media saying he plans to win Comeback Player of the Year in 2018.
"I absolutely believe that—I'm a competitor," Marshall said Thursday. "That's why I'm here and I think the reason why I'm still playing is because I never felt like I've ever arrived. I always feel like you can get better. Definitely had to overcome a lot of obstacles but that is the goal. That's my mindset. It's a long season. Last week was the first week where I felt like 100%. Now it's just, knocking the rust off and getting in game shape. Two days before the Oakland game is when I was like, 'wow, OK, this is what it feels like to be where I was for most of my career,' so I'm excited about that. With that in mind, they haven't seen a lot of that. There's a lot of things that I haven't been able to do because I've been nursing this or nursing that or recovering from this or that. I'm still trying to prove myself to not only the world, but also most importantly my teammates and my coaches here. On paper, it's a 34-year old receiver with two down years, so every day I go out there, I remind myself I want to prove to (Russell Wilson) what type of receiver I am and what he has out there, and Coach Schotty (Brian Schottenheimer) the same thing."
Here are some more highlights from Marshall's press conference:
(On why Seattle is a good fit) "I've been around a lot, played with a lot of quarterbacks, had a lot of OCs, so I knew it'd be special playing with 3, but Schotty, he's special. Really talented, smart, so I'm excited to see what he puts together for us week-in and week-out."
(On the importance of fulfilling a mentor role as a veteran on the team) "Well I just think that's part of the process. It's something that should happen naturally, we're family and we're all interconnected so, when those guys are doing well, then it means I'm going to do well. So you try to find a guy or two that you can pour into that's willing to receive and listen and you give them your all. It doesn't matter where you're at, or what position, it doesn't matter if it's on the field or off the field. Tre (Flowers) is definitely a guy that—I mean, just the other day he came to me and he said, 'Yeah man, I downloaded this thing called RedZone, NFL RedZone, where you can watch NFL replay, where you can watch all of the games, and I was watching Chicago Bears in 2009, watching Peanut Tillman,' I'm like, 'Huh, what?' So, he's a special guy. He's a guy that's shown that he really wants it. It's one thing to have talent, to be tall, and fast, and smart, but are you willing to put in the work? That's the guys I gravitate to and I really appreciate."
(On returning to Denver, where he played from 2006-2009) "Yeah, I haven't played in Denver since I've left. I've played against the Broncos down in Miami. That was pretty cool, going up against Champ Bailey pretty much beat me up that year. It's fun going back, that's where I started, and it's a first-class organization. It's a special place."
(On whether he's played against the Broncos' Brandon Marshall before) "Never. Never, I met him for the first time at our charity event. We go back every year or so and raise money for the mental health there in Denver. This off-season, I think we raised like $150,000 and he was one of our guests. We did a jersey exchange and it was pretty cool."
Social Post Of The Day
Today's "Social Post of the Day comes from Hall of Fame left tackle Walter Jones, who spent part of Thursday checking on former teammates as part of his 96 Check initiative. 96 Check, named for fellow Hall of Famer Cortez Kennedy's number, encourages people to check in with friends and loved ones, not just on September 6 (9/6) but throughout the year. And sometimes, as Jones found out, you can check in with a stranger:
More From Around The Web
Here at Seahawks.com, we took a look at the relationship between quarterback Russell Wilson and new offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer, which the Seahawks hope will take the offense to new heights this season.
If you missed it, here's Thursday’s practice report for the Seahawks and Broncos.
The Associated Press' Tim Booth looks at the impact rookie linebacker Shaquem Griffin is making off the field. And if you missed it, we covered that topic as well this week.
The Seattle Times' Bob Condotta looks at what 2018 could mean for Russell Wilson and Pete Carroll.
The Athletic offers five things to watch in Sunday’s opener at Denver.
The News Tribune's Gregg Bell looks at the work Doug Baldwin is doing to try to make a difference off the field.
Ben Arthur from SeattlePI.com previews Seattle’s offense.
You can add NBC Sports Northwest as a place to turn for Seahawks coverage this year, with Aaron Fentress and Dani Klupenger providing on-location coverage of the team.
The Seahawks and Broncos face off for the season opener on Sunday, September 8th at Lumen Field. Kickoff is set for 1:05p.m. PT. Take a look back through history at the Seahawks' matchups against the Broncos.
Jim Kiick (33) of the Denver Broncos is brought down by Terry Beeson (58) and Dave Brown (22) of the Seattle Seahawks in the second quarter in Seattle, Wash., Oct. 3, 1977. Denver won 24-13. (AP Photo)
Seattle Seahawks receiver Steve Largent (80) between Denver Broncos linebackers Bob Swenson, Joe Rizzo and Randy Gradishar during first half action in Denver, Oct. 1, 1978. (AP Photo)
Seattle Seahawk running back Curt Warner leaps over a pile of players as he gains yardage against the Denver Broncos in the Kingdome at Seattle, 1983. Warner gained 99 yards on 23 carries as the Seahawks beat the Broncos 31-7. (AP Photo/Jeff Larson)
Denver's Sammy Winder (23) eludes Seattle defenders Michael Jackson (55) and Kenny Easley (45) as Winder picks up first down yardage during their game in Seattle, Dec. 15, 1984. Denver won 31-14. (AP Photo/Dave Ekren)
Denver Broncos defensive end Rulon Jones (75) tries to beat a block by Seattle Seahawks tackle Ron Essink (64) during an NFL game at Mile High Stadium in Denver, Colo., Oct. 20, 1985. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 13-10 in overtime. (AP Photo/Eric Lars Bakke)
The Denver Broncos defense tries to block a field goal attempt by the Seattle Seahawks during an NFL game in Denver, Colo., Oct. 26, 1986. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 20-13. (AP Photo/Eric Lars Bakke)
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terry Taylor (20) defends a pass intended for Denver Broncos wide receiver Sam Graddy (83) during an NFL game, Dec. 13, 1987. The Seahawks defeated the Broncos 28-21 in the Kingdome. (AP Photo/Erik Lars Bakke)
Quarterback John Elway (7) of the Denver Broncos in unable to hold the ball as he is tackled by Rufus Porter of the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter of their NFL game, Sunday, Dec. 12, 1988, Seattle, Wash. Porter also recovered the fumble on the play. Seattle beat Denver 42-14. (AP Photo/Barry Sweet)
Seattle's Louis Clark (84) brings in a pass for a seven yard gain in the fourth quarter of Sunday, Oct. 23, 1989 game against Denver in Seattle. Defending for the Broncos is Steve Atwater. Denver won in overtime 24-21. (AP Photo/Barry Sweet)
Derrick Fenner (44) of the Seattle Seahawks is pulled down after a short gain by Steve Atwater (27) of the Denver Broncos during the first quarter of their NFL game in Seattle, Dec. 23, 1990. (AP Photo/Gary Stewart)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Brian Blades (89) runs upfield during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos, Sept. 15, 1991. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 16-10 at Mile High Stadium in Denver. (AP Photo/NFL Photos)
Kicker John Kasay (4) of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates with teammate and holder Rick Tuten (14) after Kasay's overtime game-winning field goal in Seattle, Dec. 1, 1992. The Seahaeks won against the Denver Broncos 16-13. (AP Photo/Bill Chan)
Seattle Seahawks running back Jon Vaughn (22) returns a kick during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos, Oct. 31, 1993. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 28-17 at Mile High Stadium. (AP Photo/Eric Lars Bakke)
Denver Broncos Shannon Sharpe (84) comes down with a John Elway pass after being hit by Seattle Seahawks' Carlton Gray (26) in the first quarter of the game in Seattle on Oct. 1, 1995. The pass was complete for a seven-yard gain. (AP Photo/Barry Sweet)
Denver Broncos running back Terrell Davis, right, is pulled down from the side by Seattle Seahawks Darryl Williams in the second quarter of the Broncos' 34-7 victory in Denver's Mile High Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 1, 1996. (AP Photo/Bryan Kelsen)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Derrick Mayes (87) pulls in a pass in front of Denver Broncos linebacker Al Wilson (56) in the first quarter in Denver's Mile High Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 19, 1999. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Seattle Seahawks safety Jay Bellamy (20) during the first quarter at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000. (AP Photo/Kevin Higley)
Seattle Seahawks' Shaun Alexander (37) heads past Denver Broncos' Lee Woodall for a second-quarter touchdown run Sunday, Oct. 14, 2001, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Denver Broncos' Mike Anderson escapes Seattle Seahawks' Ken Lucas to score the first touchdown of the game during the third quarter in Seattle Sunday Nov. 17, 2002. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander, right, is chased down after a short gain by Denver Broncos defensive end Ebenezer Ekuban in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Denver on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2006. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ben Obomanu (87) eyes the end zone after pulling in a 12-yard pass on a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 19, 2010, in Denver. Denver's Champ Bailey (24) and Mario Haggan defend on the play. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Malcolm Smith (53) reacts as he returns an interception for a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVIII football game, Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Seattle Seahawks owner Paul Allen lifts the Vince Lombardi Trophy in celebration as head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Schneider look on following Super Bowl XLVIII against the Denver Broncos at MetLife Stadium on February 2, 2014 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Seahawks won 43-8. (AP Photo/Todd Rosenberg)
Seattle Seahawks' Ricardo Lockette (83) catches a touchdown pass in the end zone as Denver Broncos' Aqib Talib defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
