Michael Bennett

NFL draft preview: AFC and NFC West

2013-04-24 05:00:00

The draft will be held Thursday, Friday and Saturday in New York. Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines team needs by division. Today, the West divisions: AFC West Now that they have their quarterback in Alex Smith, the Kansas City Chiefs need...

Irvin handed suspension after failing drug test

2013-05-18 03:44:02

For the sixth time since 2011, a player for the Seattle Seahawks violated the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs. The latest Seattle player to run afoul of the league's drug policy is second-year pro Bruce Irvin. The NFL announced Friday that...

Seahawks' Bruce Irvin suspended for four games

2013-05-18 09:14:01

Bruce Irvin, Seattle's first-round pick a year ago, has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the season for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances, the team announced Friday. Irvin will not get paid for the...

Seahawks' Irvin suspended for four games

2013-05-18 00:00:00

SEATTLE _ Bruce Irvin, Seattle's first-round pick a year ago, has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the season for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances, the team announced Friday. Irvin will not get paid...

At Seahawks rookie minicamp, Jordan Hill and Jesse Williams get to work

2013-05-11 01:14:02

There are two big men who could have a big influence on the upcoming Seahawks season, and they seem to be connected to one another. Defensive tackles Jordan Hill and Jesse Williams first met at the NFL combine in February when they started chatting at 4...

BRIEF: Seahawks' Greg Scruggs has ACL surgery, likely out for the year

2013-05-10 01:24:03

Seahawks defensive lineman Greg Scruggs is likely out for the year after having surgery Thursday for a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee. Scruggs, who had reconstructive arthroscopic surgery at the Seattle Surgery Center...

Rookies get to test motors at minicamp

2013-05-10 03:04:02

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll gets his first glimpse at Seattle's 11 draft picks when his team opens a three-day rookie minicamp this afternoon. Along with Seattle's draft haul, nine undrafted rookie free agents and 45 other players with NFL aspirations...

Newsday Bob Glauber column

2013-04-28 00:14:02

Finally, the wait is over for USC quarterback Matt Barkley. After falling like a stone through the first three rounds, the Eagles traded up to the first pick of the fourth round yesterday to take Barkley. It was a stunning fall for the quarterback,...

Seattle Seahawks add another big body on defensive line drafting Jordan Hill in 3rd round

2013-04-26 17:06:05

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks have selected Penn State defensive tackle Jordan Hill with the No. 87 overall pick in the third round of the NFL draft. After surprising most by selecting a running back in the second round on Friday, the...

NFC Draft Preview: Team-By-Team Breakdown

2013-04-25 08:14:35

The draft will be held today (Round 1), Friday (Rounds 2-3) and Saturday (Rounds 4-7) in New York. Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines NFC team needs by division: EAST No NFC team picks earlier than the Philadelphia Eagles, whose No. 4...

NFL draft: Team-by-team needs

2013-04-24 22:37:00

The NFL draft is Thursday through Saturday in New York. Tribune Newspapers NFL reporter Sam Farmer examines team needs by division. NFC North Lions: It's an (almost) instant replay for the Lions, who like last year are looking for players to bolster...

'Tha Monstar' an intriguing prospect on defensive line

2013-04-24 03:34:02

A native of Brisbane, Australia, Alabama defensive lineman Jesse Williams is the perfect example of the deep talent pool at defensive line in this year's draft. At 6 feet, 31/2 inches tall and 323 pounds, Williams is a powerhouse inside, demonstrated by...

Michael Bennett, the brother of NFL tight end Martellus Bennett, has blossomed into a playmaker in his two seasons as a starter for the Buccaneers. Last year the 27-year-old contributed 41 tackles, nine sacks and forced three fumbles.

2012-08-10 00:00:00

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Daniel Thomas gets stopped by Michael Bennett (top ) and Roy Miller in the first quarter. Miami Dolphins vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sun Life Stadium.

2012-08-10 00:00:00

Former NFL players Michael Bennett, William Joseph and Louis Gachelin have all pleaded guilty and been sentenced to federal prison for charges related to a financial services store set up by undercover FBI agents in North Miami in 2012.

2012-08-07 00:00:00