Published 4/22/2008
by Mark Maske
at Mark Maske's NFL Insider
The Seattle Seahawks apparently are on the verge of releasing tailback Shaun Alexander, a former league most valuable player. An announcement could come later today or Wednesday, a person close to the situation said. The move has been expected for some time. The Seahawks signed tailbacks Julius Jones and T.J. Duckett in free agency. Alexander was the league's MVP in the 2005 season, when he rushed for 1,880 yards and 27 touchdowns, but he...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.
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