The NFL and NFLPA agreed on daily COVID-19 testing yesterday as part of the health and safety protocols surrounding the 2020 season. The NFL has also reportedly offered to eliminate all preseason games in favor of a longer training camp acclimation period. Is this a huge step towards seeing NFL football this fall? Could financial sticking points still push back the start of the season? The lack of preseason games will weigh heavier on younger teams, but there's a chance it could benefit the Seahawks. Plus, former Hawk DE Michael Bennett announced his retirement this morning after 11 years in the league. Later in the hour, Seattle Times reporter Bob Condotta joins 710 ESPN to discuss Seattle's secondary. Why haven't we seen more of safety Marquise Blair?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL and NFLPA agree to daily COVID-19 testing, consider no preseason

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Seahawks announced that there will be no fans in the stands for their first three home games, which includes match-ups against the Patriots, Cowboys and Vikings. Russell Wilson shared a few more thoughts on Seattle's offense, "Let Russ Cook," and the Hawks considering WR's Antonio Brown and Josh Gordon. The Mariners beat the Dodgers 6-4, snapping LA's seven-game win streak. Taijuan Walker overcame some early long-ball struggles by making an in-game adjustment with his off-speed pitches and Austin Nola had another great night at the plate, driving in four runs. Meanwhile, the M's made roster moves including designating DH Daniel Vogelbach for assignment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks announce no fans at first three home games

Pete Carroll addressed a minor groin tweak that sidelined LB Jordyn Brooks this week. Carroll is hopeful that the first rounder will be back this week. The Seahawks head coach also detailed the offensive line competition and explained which pass rushers have stood out in camp. Veteran TE Greg Olsen joined 710 ESPN to talk about his transition from Carolina to Seattle. With the return of Will Dissly, how is the TE room looking? The Mariners fell to the Dodgers 2-1, but Marco Gonzales was impressive on the mound, tossing seven innings of one run ball while striking out nine. In the Hot List... two eight seeds upset one seeds yesterday in the NBA playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First round pick Jordyn Brooks sidelined, Jamal Adams impresses

All-Pro safety Jamal Adams told 710 ESPN Seattle he's overjoyed to be here in Seattle. How will the Seahawks utilize him? How does he feel about being classified as a box safety? Adams also had a pitch-perfect response to former d-coordinator Gregg Williams saying he might get "bored" with Seattle's scheme. Pete Carroll said a few players have been slowed down in training camp including Poona Ford and Jarran Reed. How does the head coach feel about depth on the interior behind those two?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamal Adams says "everyday I wake up happy" to be in Seattle

Pete Carroll spoke with 710 ESPN Seattle to talk about the start of training camp, the addition of Jamal Adams and how the team plans to utilize the All-Pro safety. What does the secondary look like with Adams, Quandre Diggs, Shaquill Griffin and Quinton Dunbar? How are the rookies progressing? How will first round pick Jordyn Brooks get in the mix with a stacked linebacker group? WR Tyler Lockett shared his thoughts on the special connection he has with DK Metcalf, and why the receiver group's selfless nature will create a lot of new looks for defenses to contend with in 2020. Later in the hour... is Russell Wilson finally using some of his leverage to advocate for what he wants on offense? In the Hot List, NBA playoffs begin today, the Mariners get swept by the Astros and Ohio State QB Justin Fields started a petition aimed at restarting the Big 10 fall football season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Carroll on the Seahawks secondary with Diggs, Adams, Griffen & Dunbar

Russell Wilson was asked about the "Let Russ Cook" campaign and responded by saying he'd love to " make some stuff happen" earlier in games. He would love to treat every quarter like the fourth quarter and have the opportunity to get ahead earlier in games. Will Russ get more opportunities to open things up in the first half? The Seahawks cut a rookie CB after he attempted to sneak a woman into his hotel room, reportedly dressed as a player. Jets DC Gregg Williams took a shot at the Hawks defensive scheme when asked about the departure of All-Pro safety Jamal Adams. Later in the hour, ESPN's Brady Henderson on his observations from the start of training camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL and NFLPA agree to daily COVID-19 testing, consider no preseason

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