12th Man Rising » 2009 » October

Walter Jones Done

Shaun Dolence — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:12:50 +0000

I haven’t been posting much lately; my schedule has been quite unforgiving, and the computer I use has been giving me trouble.

Today, however, deserves a post. Today, the Seattle Seahawks placed left tackle Walter Jones on the injured … [visit site to read more]

Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks: Game Recap

Shaun Dolence — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:49:34 +0000

What a fool I was. I actually thought the Seahawks had a chance to win last Sunday against the Cardinals.

I failed to realize that Seattle’s offense line is full of reserve players and rookies. The offensive line that looked good against … [visit site to read more]

Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks: Highlights

Shaun Dolence — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:44:18 +0000

There weren’t many highlights last Sunday, but here’s a collection of the few good things that happened. Click below to see the video.

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Lofa Tatupu Not Finished?

Shaun Dolence — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:36:30 +0000

According to Jim Mora, Lofa Tatupu may not be out for the entire season after all. But before everyone starts to rejoice, he still suffered a serious injury that will need time to heal.

Further tests on Tatupu’s right pectoral muscle revealed … [visit site to read more]

Lofa Tatupu Out For Season

Shaun Dolence — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:58:56 +0000

When it rains, it pours. Especially in Seattle.

Several sources are reporting that Lofa Tatupu suffered a torn pectoral muscle against the Cardinals earlier this afternoon and will miss the remainder of the season. The injury is quite serious and … [visit site to read more]

Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks: Game Preview

Shaun Dolence — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:05:16 +0000

I think the Seahawks can win this afternoon.

Maybe it is blind optimism from a homer, desperate for a victory after suffering a crushing loss the night before – the Huskies gave up a fifty-yard pass with seconds to go and found a way to lose in … [visit site to read more]

Injuries Dictate Personnel Changes

Shaun Dolence — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:07:36 +0000

Injuries in Seattle have affected more than just the standings this season. Unfortunately, they’re also having an impact on personnel decisions and the Seahawks’ ability to retain players.

Brandon Frye, who would probably be buried on an NFL … [visit site to read more]

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Seattle Seahawks: Highlights

Shaun Dolence — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:11:23 +0000

Click below to see the highlight video.

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Owen Schmitt Is A Crazy Man

Shaun Dolence — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:20:53 +0000

To best describe Owen Schmitt, he is five beers short of a six-pack. And knowing Schmitt, he probably drank them.

Owen Schmitt is a crazy man.

Just ask the equipment managers at West Virginia who consistently replaced Schmitt’s … [visit site to read more]

Desperate For A Win

Shaun Dolence — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:57:08 +0000

I haven’t been able to write much lately; not because I’ve given up on the season, but my schedule has been brutal the past few weeks. And it doesn’t look like I’ll have much free time available until at least December.

But I’ll do my … [visit site to read more]

Roster Changes

Shaun Dolence — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:39:23 +0000

The Seahawks have released tackle Kyle Williams and re-signed veteran fullback Justin Griffith. This was reported as early as Monday evening and confirmed by most sources yesterday.

The move reciprocates the previous transaction prior to the game … [visit site to read more]

Seattle Seahawks vs Indianapolis Colts: Highlights

Shaun Dolence — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:32:32 +0000

Click below to see the highlight video.

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Reaction to Sunday’s Loss at Indianapolis

Shaun Dolence — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:45:22 +0000

Well, last Sunday wasn’t very fun. But did anyone really think the Seahawks would leave Indianapolis with a victory?

Peyton Manning is playing as good as he ever has during his career right now. That’s saying a lot, considering Manning is one … [visit site to read more]

Seahawks vs Colts: Searching For Optimism

Shaun Dolence — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:45:43 +0000

One would be hard-pressed to find an optimistic 12th Man this week.

The injury list continues to grow; new players seem to be getting hurt faster than others are recovering. Just one glance at the weekly injury report triggers memories from last … [visit site to read more]