Hawks tied to Vincent Jackson rumors

Posted by DHarp75 on June 24, 2010 under PartyHawks Central | Be the First to Comment

The offseason of the great tease continues, as Kevin Acee from the San Diego Union-Tribune reported that Seattle called to ask about WR Vincent Jackson, but the Chargers weren’t interested in listening to offers.

It’s a shame, because Jackson would be exactly what the Hawks need – a big, physical downfield presence in the passing game. And he wants out of San Diego because he isn’t anywhere close to agreeing to a long-term deal. In fact, he’s threatening to sit out the first 10 games of the season. The Chargers appear ready to call his bluff, or just welcome him back in Week 11, when Jackson has to report to the team in order to get the minimum six games required to accrue a season toward free agency.

Right now Seattle has a slew of possession receivers, but no proven weapons who can stretch the field and prevent safeties from sitting on the short- and medium-range passing game. If I’m Matt Hasselbeck, I’d fork over some of my salary to get a threat like Jackson in the fold. If not, he’s a sitting duck for aggressive pass rushes again.