Seattle Seahawks News & Rumors: Fred Jackson Signing?
Is veteran running back Fred Jackson joining the Seattle Seahawks this 2015 NFL season?
Jackson, who was recently cut by the Buffalo Bills, per NFL, is in need of a new team, as hinted by the oldest running back's post on Twitter that he is not yet "done."
Thank you Buffalo!! We have loved being part of this community. The fan support has been overwhelming. The Old Man isn't done yet!!
— Fred Jackson (@Fred22Jackson) August 31, 2015
Sources with knowledge of the situation said that the 34-year-old is reportedly joining the Hawks' camp and is looking forward to having a deal done with the squad. Likewise, the other camp is also into it, said Ian Rapoport via a separate NFL report. However, Seahawks coach Pete Carroll was quick to stop such speculations by stressing that it is not a signing but just a "visit."
Carroll on free agent RB Fred Jackson in Seattle: "This is a visit not a signing." — Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) September 1, 2015
Yet, when Caroll was asked about Jackson's positive traits, the Seahawks coach responded in a manner one would envision how he could blend with the team, ESPN informed.
"He's been a very good pass-catcher and [an] adept pass protector. He's always been a good runner. He's got great feel and sense. Had a big run in the game last week. Had a 40-yard run in the game last week and scored a touchdown. But he's been a very adept pass receiver, and I think that's something that maybe he could fit in if we got down that way with him," Caroll replied.
The Bills released Jackson after eight years of playing for them, making it a rather hard move also for the team, ESPN noted, citing general manager Doug Whaley's statement.
"Today, we had to make the difficult decision to release Fred Jackson. He had an incredible career for this organization for the past 10 years," Whaley said.
"We thank Fred for his hard work, dedication and leadership during his tenure with the Buffalo Bills. Fred has inspired the city of Buffalo in a number of ways. Fred and his family have been dedicated to this community, and we can't thank them enough for their contributions through his career," the Bills' general manager added.
The Texas-born running back contributed 5,646 rushing yards since he played in 2007 with the Bills, per ESPN stats, which is said to be the third highest in the franchise history until now, NFL stated.
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