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Projected to start in slot Blair is expected to be the Seahawks' starting nickel cornerback in the season opener against the Colts, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Impact After going down with a torn ACL in Week 2 last year, Blair made a full recovery and beat out Ugo Amadi for the starting job during training camp. A 2019 second-round pick, Blair is sturdy in coverage and can line up all over the field. During his rookie season, he logged just 238 defensive snaps but produced 32 tackles (24 solo).

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

2021 Preseason Week 3 - Marquise Blair Postgame Interview vs. Chargers Free Safety Marquise Blair takes questions after the Seahawks' 27-0 win over the Los Angeles Chargers at Lumen Field on August 28, 2021.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

2021 Preseason Week 3 - Marquise Blair Returns For Touchdown "The ball lands right in the hands of Marquise Blair who just came off the injured list, picks it off out of the clear blue and takes it in....

AUGUST 30, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Instant Lookback: Marquise Blair Takes In Defensive Touchdown Marquise Blair runs in for a 17-yard touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Who Plays Saturday, Marquise Blair "Doing Way Better" & Other Updates From Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll News and notes from Seahawks coach Pete Carroll’s Friday press conference ahead of his team’s preseason finale.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Returns from knee issue Blair (knee) participated at Tuesday's practice, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Blair has been battling a sore knee for the past week but was back on the field Tuesday. The 2019 second-round pick missed most of last season after suffering a torn ACL in Week 2.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks bring back fan favorite Willson, acquire extra CB

The Seattle Seahawks have brought back a familiar face signing veteran tight end Luke Willson and acquired cornerback John Reid from Houston for a conditional late-round draft pick

AUGUST 25, 2021 • Associated Press

Dealing with knee soreness Blair is currently dealing with some knee soreness, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.

Impact There is no indication if Blair will be ready for Saturday's preseason matchup with the Broncos. If he is ruled out, look for Ugo Amadi and Aashari Crosswell to potentially see increased action.

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Friday Round-Up: Marquise Blair Discusses Return From Injury, Training Camp Competition At Cornerback The third-year corner spoke with 710 ESPN’s “Danny & Gallant” about rehabbing the torn ACL he suffered a year ago, and the training camp bat...

AUGUST 13, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Competition Between Marquise Blair & Ugo Amadi Makes Nickel "A Really Good Spot" For Seahawks In Ugo Amadi and Marquise Blair, the Seahawks have two players competing for the nickel cornerback who can both get the job done.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Back at practice Monday Blair (heel) participated at Monday's practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact Blair sat out Saturday's session with a heel injury, but he'll make a quick return to practice from the minor issue. The 24-year-old is expected to open the season as the Seahawks' nickel safety.

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing heel injury Blair sat out Saturday's practice due to a heel injury, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 24-year-old apparently suffered the injury when he was kicked in the heel Friday, and it's not believed to be a serious issue. Blair is the frontrunner to open the season as Seattle's nickel safety.

AUGUST 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Marquise Blair "Playing Everywhere" In Third Training Camp With Seahawks Coming off of an ACL injury, Marquise Blair is making a strong impression early in training camp.

AUGUST 1, 2021 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Battling for nickel role Blair (knee) is the frontrunner for the nickel safety role heading into the 2021 season, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact Blair tore the ACL in his right knee during Week 2 of the 2020 season, marking the second ACL tear of his career. Nevertheless, the 2019 second-round pick bounced back quickly and has been on the field for all of training camp. He has lined up at nickel, strong safety and free safety during practice, though Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs are locked into the latter two positions, respectively, However, the nickel role is up for grabs. Blair is the front-runner while Ugo Amadi poses notable competition.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Marquise Blair is ready to prove he can play wherever the Seahawks need him to on defense Eight months removed from an ACL tear, Marquise Blair is working out at multiple positions during training camp, including nickel, strong sa...

JULY 30, 2021 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Seahawks fans will love new Marquise Blair workout clip The 2020 campaign was a heartbreaking one for Seahawks defensive back Marquise Blair. In a showdown with the New England Patriots in Septemb...

MARCH 10, 2021 • 12UP.COM

Carroll wants Seahawks to recommit to identity moving ahead

The way this season finished for the Seattle Seahawks with their 30-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the opening round of the playoffs only reinforced the core principles of how...

JANUARY 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Expected for training camp Blair (knee) should be ready for training camp according to head coach Pete Carroll, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Impact Blair was placed on injured reserve after going down in Week 2. The 23-year-old logged 55 snaps in the season opener against the Falcons, so he'll hope to compete for a significant role again this coming summer.

JANUARY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Flores and Dolphins will try to slow down Wilson and Seattle

Malcolm Butler won’t be available for Brian Flores to send into the game if the Seattle Seahawks get down to the 1-yard line Sunday, and that’s not his only worry

OCTOBER 1, 2020 • Associated Press

QBs, offenses take spotlight as Cowboys visit Seahawks

Russell Wilson and Dak Prescott will be in the spotlight on Sunday when the Seahawks host the Cowboys in a big NFC showdown that could end up being a shootout

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • Associated Press

Shifts to IR The Seahawks placed Blair (torn ACL) on injured reserve Wednesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Impact Blair was due for a big sophomore season, as he outright won the nickel safety job over Ugo Amadi. He went down early in Week 2's win over the Patriots, though, and he's been ruled out for the season. Blair will look to rehab and secure the same role next season, but for the time being, Amadi, Lano Hill and Tre Flowers (finger) will likely rotate into nickel packages.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks defense takes another hit with Marquise Blair injury The Seattle Seahawks defense continues to get bitten by the injury bug, with the latest coming on Sunday night. On Sunday night, the Seattle...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Seahawks Bruce Irvin & Marquise Blair Both Out For Season Due To ACL Injuries The Seahawks unfortunately lost to key pieces of their defense in Sunday’s night’s win over the New England Patriots.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Wilson magnificent, but defense a concern for 2-0 Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks seem determined to see just how much Russell Wilson’s talent and skill can carry them

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • Associated Press

Suffers torn ACL Blair tore his ACL during Sunday's win over the Patriots and will miss the rest of the season, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Impact While making a tackle Sunday night, Blair's leg bent awkwardly, and he was quickly ruled out of the game. He'll undergo surgery to repair his torn ACL, but he should have ample time to recover before the 2021 season. The 2019 second-round pick will likely be replaced by Ugo Amadi as the team's nickel safety, although Lano Hill could rotate in occasionally as well.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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Seahawks bring back fan favorite Willson, acquire extra CB

Carroll wants Seahawks to recommit to identity moving ahead

Flores and Dolphins will try to slow down Wilson and Seattle

QBs, offenses take spotlight as Cowboys visit Seahawks

Wilson magnificent, but defense a concern for 2-0 Seahawks