Rams Reacquire Tutu Atwell in Trade for 2025 Pick Jarquez Hunter

Q: What major move are the Seahawks secretly plotting after freeing up $18 million in cap space with DK Metcalf's restructure?

There is no confirmed “secret” Seahawks move tied to that cap space, and the reporting actually points away from a blockbuster plan. The key complication is that the DK Metcalf restructure cited in the search material was done by the Steelers, not Seattle. Pittsburgh created nearly $18 million by converting Metcalf’s salary into bonus money after acquiring him from the Seahawks. Reports around that move suggest the most likely motive was routine cap management and possibly creating flexibility for a Joey Porter Jr. extension, though at least one report said it was not directly tied to that standoff. As for Seattle, the Seahawks’ major confirmed move Thursday was Leonard Williams’ three-year, $90 million extension. Separate Seahawks reporting indicates their own cap planning is more likely centered on extensions and roster flexibility than on a hidden splash acquisition. The most commonly cited internal priorities are managing Williams’ deal structure and preparing for or completing major contracts for core players such as Devon Witherspoon. So the best answer is that there is no evidence of a secret Seahawks plot after “freeing” that $18 million, because that cap-clearing move belonged to Pittsburgh. If you mean Seattle’s next likely major move more broadly, the strongest evidence points to continued contract planning around its own core, not an imminent surprise trade.

Q: With Isiah Pacheco's Week 1 status suddenly in jeopardy, who will step up to carry the load in the Lions' backfield?

Jahmyr Gibbs is the clear answer if Isiah Pacheco cannot go in Week 1, with Detroit likely leaning heavily on its starter and then sorting out complementary snaps among an unsettled backup group. Dan Campbell has said he cannot give a firm update on Pacheco, who is dealing with both a back injury and an MCL sprain. Earlier reporting suggested the knee issue alone was not viewed as a major long-term concern, but the added back problem has made his opener availability less certain. That shifts the spotlight to Gibbs, who was already expected to lead the Lions’ backfield and now could see an even larger share of touches against New Orleans. Behind Gibbs, the competition is open. The names most often cited are Sione Vaki, Jacob Saylors, Raheem Blackshear, Jabari Small and Kye Robichaux. Of that group, Saylors appears to have a real opportunity to climb the depth chart, especially with other reserves also managing health issues. Vaki has remained in the mix as well, but Detroit’s backup picture is far less settled than its lead role. There is also a chance the Lions add outside help. Detroit recently worked out Kareem Hunt, Pacheco’s former Chiefs teammate, which signals the club is at least exploring veteran insurance if it is not comfortable with its current depth. So the likely formula is straightforward: a bigger Week 1 workload for Gibbs, with Saylors, Vaki or a possible veteran addition competing to absorb the relief carries Pacheco was expected to handle.

3 articles · Updated · NFL.com · Aug 27

Tutu Atwell is heading back to Los Angeles after the Rams agreed to acquire the wide receiver from Miami in exchange for running back Jarquez Hunter.
Atwell spent his first five NFL seasons with the Rams and has totaled 105 catches for 1,535 yards and five touchdowns in 64 games since being drafted in the second round in 2021.
Hunter, a 2025 fourth-round pick, goes to Miami after appearing in five games for Los Angeles last season, mostly on special teams.
The swap was part of a busy Thursday transaction cycle around the league that also included Seattle giving Leonard Williams a three-year, $90 million extension.