The first practice of training camp is officially in the books for the Seattle Seahawks. The taste of football is in the air as we inch closer and closer each day to kick off. Seeing the team back in action, even if it is simply practice, is always a great sight this time of year.

Unfortunately, not all of it is necessarily good news. The Seahawks are still dealing with lingering health issues with starting right tackle Abe Lucas, and it seems this is something they are going to have to wait out.

Head coach Mike Macdonald spoke to the media after practice today and gave a quick update to Lucas, who is starting camp on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Regrettably, it was not the most positive update.

The health of the Washington State alumn has become a considerable issue for the Seahawks, and one that cost them dearly last year. Lucas missed the first half of the 2023 campaign thanks to a Week 1 injury against the Los Angeles Rams. Although he was able to return for the last few games, Seattle’s offensive line felt his absense each week.

Lucas had knee surgery this past winter, so it is not a great sign he is still in recovery here in late July. Perhaps this delay is the reason why the Seahawks are focusing on adding free agent center Connor Williams, who is in the building negotiating with the front office.

As for Lucas, here is hoping the Seahawks won’t have to wait too much longer for him to be healthy enough to take the field.

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