The Seahawks' new-look offense struggled to run the ball, or escape the shadow of its own goal posts, as the physicality ramped up.

The Seattle Seahawks are counting on rookie first-round pick Grey Zabel to help fix the offensive line this season. GM John Schneider selected Zabel at No. 18 overall in the 2025 NFL draft. He's the immediate starter at left guard, and that arrives with immediate pressure and expectations.

The pads came back on for the eighth day of training camp Thursday, but the biggest news had nothing to do with the on-field action.