Good morning, 12s.
Here's a look at what's 'out there' for today - Tuesday, August 21 - about your Seattle Seahawks:
Reaction To Ryan's Release
The Seahawks released longtime punter Jon Ryan Monday, ending the fan-favorite's 10-season stay in Seattle. Franchise owner Paul Allen, club CEO Peter McLoughlin, Ryan's former Seahawks teammates, media who have covered Ryan over the years, and plenty of Ryan's fans all took to various online mediums to react to the news. Here's a look at some of those tributes:
- Bob Condotta at the Seattle Times looks back at the five most memorable moments from Ryan's career.
- Shortly following Ryan's release, the Seattle Times followed the veteran punter into a nearby bar.
- And 710Sports.com recaps Ryan's best interviews, film breakdowns, and more.
From The Seahawks:
From The Media:
From The 12s:
And From Ryan's Wife, Comedian Sarah Colonna:
More From Around The Web
The Seahawks also waived kicker Jason Myers on Monday, adding two more players to fill the 90-man roster.
Scott Engel at RotoExperts.com lists Seattle wideout Jaron Brown among his fantasy football sleepers for this season.
Brady Henderson at ESPN.com writes about the Seahawks' running back competition.
John Clayton at 710Sports.com analyzes the good and the bad from the Seahawks' second preseason game.
Mike Vorel at the Seattle Times profiles Seahawks defensive end Branden Jackson's ascent to the NFL.
Take a look back at some of the best photos of punter Jon Ryan, who the Seahawks released Monday after a 10-year stay with the club in Seattle.
Seahawks punter Jon Ryan smiles after another punt inside the 20-yard line as special teams coach Brian Schneider looks on.
Seattle Seahawks' Jon Ryan (9) throws a touchdown pass on a fake field goal attempt during the second half of the NFL football NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Seattle Seahawks punter Jon Ryan (9) celebrates a touchdown during the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers at CenturyLink Field on Sunday, January 18, 2015 in Seattle, WA. The Seahawks won 28-22 in overtime. (AP Photo/Todd Rosenberg)
Jan. 10, 2016; Minneapolis, Minn.
Seahawks punter Jon Ryan cut his hair after practice today for Locks of Love. Ryan grew his hair out for 25 months, reaching 11.5 inches in length. The mission of the charity is to return sense of self, confidence and normalcy to children suffering from hair loss utilizing donated ponytails to provide the highest quality hair prosthetics to financially disadvantaged children. The children receive hair prostheses free of charge or on a sliding scale, based on financial need. For more information visit www.locksoflove.com
Seahawks punter Jon Ryan cut his hair after practice today for Locks of Love. Ryan grew his hair out for 25 months, reaching 11.5 inches in length. The mission of the charity is to return sense of self, confidence and normalcy to children suffering from hair loss utilizing donated ponytails to provide the highest quality hair prosthetics to financially disadvantaged children. The children receive hair prostheses free of charge or on a sliding scale, based on financial need. For more information visit www.locksoflove.com
At 3:20pm, punter Jon Ryan pauses to sign autographs as he heads back to the locker room after working out on the field.
Punter Jon Ryan adjusts his music before leaving the locker room for his early warmups.
Jon Ryan runs the ball up the field on a fake punt in the fourth quarter.
Punter and special teams captain Jon Ryan relaxes early on game day.
Seahawks punter Jon Ryan punted seven times including this 51-yard effort in the second quarter.
Jon Ryan reacts after gaining a key first down for the Seahawks on a fake field goal in the fourth quarter.
Holder Jon Ryan and kicker Steven Hauschka celebrate after Hauschka's 44-yard field goal gave the Seahawks a 26-24 lead late in the game, sealing the victory.
Jon Ryan, the coolest Canadian punter in the N.F.L. gives "Passes the Peace" as he walks on to the field for early warmups.
Seattle Seahawks punter Jon Ryan (9) is seen inside the tunnel prior to an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Seattle. Seattle won 40-7. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Seahawks punter Jon Ryan turned 35 on Saturday, and the oldest player on the roster was brought to the center to break the team down at the end of walk thru. Teammates Garry Gilliam and Troymaine Pope also share the same birthday.
