His addition led to Maurice Mann getting cut, but long-term it is probably worse news for Josh Scobey. Scobey is also a return specialist, but he is not as good as Ponder. Maurice Mann was added to the practice squad after clearing waivers and will be added back to the 53-man roster unless the team finds another receiver. They are taking a look at Darius Watts, but Watts is an underachiever with a propensity to drop the ball. Didn't the team already cut Peter Warrick?
Scobey is still around for now for two reasons. Although Eddie Drummond had an off year last season, he is still one of the best kickoff return men in the league. Scobey's role as a gunner this week will be important. The team also needs to get a better look at Ponder before cutting their only other reliable option on kickoff returns.
The Seahawks seem content to take only four legitimate wide receivers to Detroit to go along with two tight ends. Something could still happen on the Deion Branch front, but not until after he has his hearings. Depending on what Seattle is offering, New England might just want to deal him and avoid the headaches and distraction. Right now, the Seahawks have 10 defensive lineman and 6 healthy pass-catchers. Something needs to change there, and it would not be surprising to see someone wind up on IR.
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