Fantasy Player Profile Ryan Neal
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RyanNeal
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vs. LA: #7 vs opposing DB - 21.12 FPA
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| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @SF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @DET, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 5 | @NO, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 6 | ARI, | 6 | 1 | - | 1 | - | 11.50 |
| 7 | @LAC, | 6 | - | 1 | - | - | 12.50 |
| 8 | NYG, | 6 | - | - | - | - | 6.00 |
| 9 | @ARI, | 3 | - | - | 1 | - | 5.50 |
| 10 | @TB, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 5.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | LV, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 5.00 |
| 13 | @LA, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 14 | CAR, | 6 | - | - | - | - | 9.50 |
| 15 | SF, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 5.00 |
| 16 | @KC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | LA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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- 42.00
- 55.50
- 611.50
- 712.50
- 86.00
- 95.50
- 105.00
- 11
- 125.00
- 134.00
- 149.50
- 155.00
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- 18
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- 11 Bye
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Gets tender from Seahawks
The Seahawks have extended a right of first refusal tender to restricted free agent Neal, ESPN's Brady Henderson reports.
Analysis: Should he sign it, the tender will pay Neal more than $2.6 million. With Jamal Adams suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 1 last year, Neal played an expanded role on the back of the Seattle defense next to Quandre Diggs. Neal was in on a career-high 73 percent of the snaps and recorded one interception.
Published: Tue, Mar 14 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Sheds injury designation
Neal (knee) is not on the team's Thursday injury report for Saturday's game against the 49ers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal hasn't played since Week 15 with the injury, and his return should bolster the team's secondary for the wild-card round. Coach Pete Carroll also said that Neal is "back and ready to go," as reported by Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle, which is confirmed by his lack of a designation on the team's final injury report of the week.
Published: Thu, Jan 12 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice Wednesday
Neal (knee) logged a limited practice session Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal missed the final three games of the regular season due to a knee issue that first popped up Week 13 versus the Rams. He didn't practice at all between Week 16 and 18, so the fact that he was listed as limited during Tuesday's walkthrough and again for Wednesday's practice session at least gives him a chance of returning for Saturday's wild-card contest against San Francisco. Neal's ability to play would be a huge boost for the Seahawks against the 49ers' explosive offense, and if the…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Neal (knee) has been ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale against the Rams.
Analysis: Neal will finish the 2022 regular season with three consecutive absences due to a lingering knee injury. With Seattle in need of a Week 18 win over the Rams as well as a Packers loss to Detroit in order to make the playoffs, the 27-year-old could have to wait until the 2023 campaign before he suits up again. In his stead, Johnathan Abram figures to step in as the Seahawks' starting strong safety Sunday.
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 18
Neal (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday's game versus the Lions.
Analysis: Neal has been dealing with a knee issue since Week 13, leaving him sidelined for the Seahawks' last two games. He also did not manage to practice in any capacity during Week 18 prep, and Seattle coach Pete Carroll said the 27-year-old is still unlikely to play despite being officially labeled as questionable, according to Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. As a result, it's likely Johnathan Abram, who played every defensive snap in place of Neal during Week 17, will continue to handle starting strong…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't suit up versus Jets
Neal (knee) is inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets.
Analysis: Neal will miss his second game in a row while dealing with a lingering knee issue. He'll now look to work his way back to practice ahead of the Seahawks' regular-season finale against the Rams. With Neal out, expect Teez Tabor and Johnathan Abram to split snaps at strong safety Week 17.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 17
Neal (knee) is considered questionable to play in Sunday's game versus the Jets, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.
Analysis: Neal has battled some knee soreness following the Week 14 win over the Rams, leaving him sidelined for the first time this season during Saturday's loss to the Chiefs. Seattle coach Pete Carroll said that the 27-year-old safety is now considered a game-time decision despite failing to practice during Week 17 prep, according to Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic. Should Neal remain sidelined Sunday, expect Teez Tabor and Johnathan Abram to split snaps at strong safety for the second week in a…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Saturday
Neal (knee) is listed as out for Saturday's game against the Chiefs, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal has been dealing with knee soreness over the past few weeks, though this issue will keep him sidelined for the first time in Week 16. The 26-year-old has played nearly every defensive snap since Week 5, so his absence will likely leave Teez Tabor and Johnathan Abram to step up into bigger roles alongside starting free safety Quandre Diggs. Neal's next chance to play will come Sunday, Jan. 1 versus the Jets.
Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Tuesday
Neal (knee) was a non-participant during the Seahawks' practice Tuesday, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.
Analysis: Neal is dealing with a sore knee that has kept him sidelined during multiple practices over the past two weeks. However, he's still suited up and played nearly every defensive snap in each of Seattle's last two games, logging 16 tackles and two passes defended over this span. Barring any significant setbacks, expect Neal to play Saturday versus Kansas City regardless of his activity level in practice leading up to this game.
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 5:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Available Week 15
Neal (knee) has been deemed active ahead of Thursday Night Football against San Francisco.
Analysis: Neal has been dealing with knee soreness since the Seahawks' Week 13 win over the Rams, though he still managed to play all but one defensive snap during Sunday's loss to Carolina. Now, the 26-year-old is once again good to go despite coming off a short week of practice ahead of Week 15. Expect Neal to retain a starting role alongside free safety Quandre Diggs.
Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 4:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs 11 tackles in loss
Neal (knee) posted 11 tackles and a pass defended in Sunday's 30-24 defeat versus Carolina.
Analysis: Neal did not practice during Week 14 prep and was considered questionable to play with a sore knee heading into Sunday. However, the 26-year-old still managed to play all but one of Seattle's defensive snaps versus the Panthers, finishing as the team's second-leading tackler behind linebacker Cody Barton. This also marked a season-high in tackles for the strong safety. While he was once again sidelined for the first two practices Week 15, according to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times, it's…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing Sunday
Neal (knee) is active Sunday against the Panthers.
Analysis: Neal was expected to play despite the questionable tag, so his game status shouldn't come as a surprise. He should draw the start at strong safety against Carolina.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 14
Neal (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Carolina, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Despite the designation, coach Pete Carroll said Friday that Neal should be good to go Sunday, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports. If he's unexpectedly held out though, Teez Tabor would probably draw the start at safety next to Quandre Diggs.
Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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DNP on Wednesday
Neal (knee) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Neal's knee soreness has his status up in the air for Sunday's matchup with the Panthers. If he is ultimately unable to go , Johnathan Abram would presumably be next in line to replace him at strong safety.
Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 9:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with knee soreness
Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Neal has a sore knee, but he believes the safety will be available to play against the Panthers in Week 14, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Neal was considered questionable with elbow and shoulder injuries heading into Week 13's 27-23 win over the Rams, but he was ultimately ruled active and played 47 of his team's 64 defensive snaps. However, the strong safety picked up a knee injury that forced him out for the entire fourth quarter, according to Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. While Carroll appears confident that Neal will be able to play, it will be worth monitoring his practice activity for some additional context surrounding this…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Sunday
Neal (elbow/shoulder) has been deemed active for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Neal was forced out with shoulder and elbow injuries during the Seahawks' Week 12 loss to the Raiders, and he was deemed questionable Week 13 despite logging a full practice Thursday. The 26-year-old has recorded 45 tackles, one sack, six passes defended and an interception over 11 games this season, and he should maintain his starting strong safety role Sunday.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable against Rams
Neal (elbow/shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Although Neal practiced fully Thursday and Friday, he'll carry a designation ahead of Seattle's Week 13 matchup. Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Friday that he expects Neal to play, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice Thursday
Neal (elbow/shoulder) practiced fully Thursday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Neal suffered an elbow injury in the Seahawks' Week 12 loss to the Raiders and was forced to exit early. The X-rays on Neal's elbow came back negative, and he may be able to play in Week 13 against the Rams, barring any setbacks.
Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward playing in Week 13
Coach Pete Carroll said Neal (elbow) won't practice Wednesday but is healthier than expected and is trending toward playing Sunday against the Rams, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Neal was knocked out of the team's overtime loss to the Raiders due to elbow and shoulder injuries, but he appears to have avoided a worst-case scenario and may not have to miss any additional time. The fourth-year safety has totaled 45 tackles, six pass defenses, two forced fumbles, one sack and one interception across 11 appearances this season.
Published: Wed, Nov 30 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Initial X-rays clean
Neal sustained elbow and shoulder injuries during Sunday's overtime loss to the Raiders, but subsequent X-rays returned negative, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Neal was shaken up in the fourth quarter of Sunday's matchup and still needs to undergo additional imaging. Prior to his departure, he recorded six tackles (four solo).
Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Sunday
Neal (ankle) was a full participant in practice Friday and does not carry a game status designation for Sunday's contest versus the Buccaneers, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal has been dealing with an ankle injury during the past two weeks, but he was still able to play every defensive snap in Seattle's Week 9 win over Arizona. The 26-year-old was also limited over the first two practices of Week 10, but that shouldn't slow him down in Sunday's matchup against the Bucs in Munich, Germany. Expect Neal to retain his every-down role alongside free safety Quandre Diggs.
Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice session
Neal (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday, per Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic.
Analysis: Neal suffered an ankle injury Week 8 against the Chargers but was able to suit up in Week 9, playing 100 percent of Seattle's defensive snaps and totaling four tackles along with a forced fumble. Though his limited practice to start this week isn't ideal, context suggests that he's on the right side of questionable for Sunday's Week 10 battle against the Bucs in Munich, Germany.
Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be good to go at Arizona
Neal (ankle) was a full participant at practice Friday and does not carry a game status designation ahead of Sunday's game at the Cardinals, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: After being limited at practice earlier in the week, it appears Neal will be back to full health for Week 9. He's logged at least six tackles in all of Seattle's last four games and should play a prominent role again Sunday.
Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Neal (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal evidently emerged from Sunday's matchup with the Chargers with an ankle injury, and his status for Week 9 is in question at this point. His status over the next few days will be worth monitoring as he attempts to get ready for Week 9 in Arizona.
Published: Wed, Nov 2 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong performance in win
Neal recorded seven tackles (six solo), four pass defenses and an interception during Sunday's 37-23 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Neal recorded exactly seven tackles for a third straight game and picked off his first pass of the season, which he returned for 13 yards. Since assuming a starting role in Seattle's secondary, Neal has amassed 21 tackles, six pass defenses, one forced fumble and one interception while playing every single defensive snap across the past three games.
Published: Tue, Oct 25 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs full practice
Neal (ankle) logged a full practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal sustained an ankle injury during at some point in Week 6's contest and has been dealing with it since. After recording a limited practice Wednesday, Neal appears to be trending in the right direction. Through his first six games with the team, Neal's notched 16 tackles (10 solo), two pass breakups and one forced fumble.
Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with injury
Neal (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal appears to have picked up an ankle issue during his second consecutive start in Sunday's win over the Cardinals. However, the 26-year-old was still able to play 100 percent of Seattle's defensive snaps in the contest, so this injury may not be overly serious. Neal will have two more practices to increase his activity before the Seahawks' Week 7 tilt versus the Chargers.
Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Big performance in win
Neal posted seven tackles (six solo), a sack and a pass breakup in Sunday's 19-9 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Neal has surpassed Josh Jones for the starting strong safety job, which the latter had temporarily held since Jamal Adams (knee) had been ruled out for the season. Over the last two weeks as a starter, Neal has posted 14 tackles (eight solo), two pass breakups, a forced fumble and a sack. The Seahawks rely on their strong safety to be an active tackler, so Neal should be busy as long as he remains the starter.
Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Likely starting Sunday
Neal is likely starting at strong safety for Sunday's contest against the Saints, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: During Sunday's pregame warmups, Neal was at strong safety, not Josh Jones. Neal took over Jones' safety duties at the start of the fourth quarter in last week's game against Detroit, so it's not surprising he might replicate that for Week 5. Neal has two solo tackles through four games this season.
Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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Present at practice
Neal (ankle) was a full participant at the Seahawks' Friday practice, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: A high-ankle sprain has been nagging Neal for nearly a month, which ultimately led to speculation regarding his status for MNF against the Broncos. However, his full participation at Friday's practice indicates he is on track to suit up. Look for him to provide depth at safety assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited on Thursday
Neal (ankle) was listed as a limited participant during Seattle's practice Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal has been dealing with a nagging high-ankle sprain since early August, leaving his availability heading into Monday's Week 1 game against Denver up in the air. The 26-year-old notched a career-high 49 tackles and three passes defended while playing 403 defensive snaps over 16 games with five starts last year, and he is expected to step back into a key reserve role in Seattle's secondary when healthy this season.
Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with ankle issue
Neal is recovering from a high-ankle sprain, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
Analysis: The safety is dealing with a bum ankle, forcing him to be less than 100 percent at practice. It's unclear whether the injury will threaten his availability for the preseason or upcoming 2022 campaign, but once healthy, Neal is expected to be the primary reserve option behind Jamal Adams in the Seahawks' secondary this season.
Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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Re-signs with Seattle
Neal signed his exclusive-rights tender with the Seahawks on Tuesday.
Analysis: Neal will return for his fourth year with Seattle after appearing in 29 games over the last two seasons. The 26-year-old totaled 49 tackles and one sack on 403 defensive snaps while serving mainly in a backup safety role, stepping in for injured starter Jamal Adams over the final four games of the season. Neal should continue to see playing time as a rotational safety as well as on special teams in 2022.
Published: Tue, Apr 19 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Back from COVID list
Neal was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: The safety was placed on the COVID list Thursday and missed the Seahawks' Week 18 victory over the Cardinals. Neal finished the 2021 season with a career-high 49 tackles while also registering his first sack of his career.
Published: Wed, Jan 12 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on COVID-19 list
The Seahawks placed Neal (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: It's not yet clear whether Neal has tested positive for COVID-19, but he'll likely be sidelined for Sunday's Week 18 matchup against the Cardinals. Ugo Amadi is likely in line to serve as the starting strong safety in the regular-season finale.
Published: Thu, Jan 6 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies eight stops
Neal posted eight tackles (five solo) in Tuesday's 20-10 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Neal has started the last two games with Jamal Adams (shoulder) out for the season, and he has combined for 15 tackles (nine solo). The 25-year-old safety's role is locked in for the rest of the season as he approaches unrestricted free agency in the spring. Neal is a formidable IDP option down the stretch.
Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 7:51am by Rotowire.com
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Increased duties on tap
Neal could step into a starting role following news that Jamal Adams is expected to miss the rest of the season with a torn labrum in his shoulder, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Neal started four games last season when Adams was sidelined, and the hard-hitting safety impressed with 28 tackles (22 solo), three pass breakups and an interception. He has stayed on the active roster ever since, operating in a situational role this season. The Southern Illinois product should now handle starting duties once again with Adams done for the year.
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 7:06am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Neal (concussion) has been cleared to play Sunday against the Cardinals, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal recorded a limited practice Wednesday and practiced fully Thursday, so he's been cleared to play against one of the NFC's top teams. The four-year pro has appeared in nine games for Seattle this season, racking up 17 tackles (16 solo) while adding one sack and two passes defensed.
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands in concussion protocol
Neal is currently in the NFL's concussion protocol, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Neal suffered a head injury during Sunday's loss against the Packers, and with this latest update his status for Week 11 against Arizona is in question. He'll need to pass through the league's protocol before gaining clearance to take the field.
Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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No limitations at practice
Neal (oblique) was a full participant at Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: As expected, Neal will be ready for Sunday's season opener against the Colts. The 25-year-old is a dependable special-teams asset and the top backup safety behind Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs. Last season, he recorded 44 tackles across 13 games.
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Full go at practice
Coach Pete Carroll said Neal (oblique) was full-go at practice Monday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: As expected, Neal returned to practice this week and will look to be available Week 1 against the Colts. He played a critical role for Seattle's defense when Jamal Adams was sidelined last year, but he will likely revert to his reserve role to start the 2021 campaign.
Published: Tue, Sep 7 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go for regular season
Coach Pete Carroll said Wednesday that Neal (oblique) will be ready to go next week, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal has been sidelined since Aug. 22, but he will return to practice next week, giving him one week to get ready for the regular season. He played a critical role for the Seattle's defense when Jamal Adams was sidelined last year, but he will likely revert back to his reserve role for the start of the 2021 campaign.
Published: Fri, Sep 3 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Suffers oblique strain
Coach Pete Carroll said Neal suffered an oblique strain during Saturday's preseason contest, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal was an important part of Seattle's defense last year when Jamal Adams was sidelined, and he will likely be the primary backup again this season. The extent of the injury is unknown, but the Seahawks will be cautious and may give Joshua Moon more opportunities while Neal is sidelined.
Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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Impressive in preseason loss
Neal posted six tackles (four solo) and an interception in Saturday's 20-7 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Neal took on a starting role last season when Jamal Adams was out and proved to be a stable replacement. The 25-year-old once again showcased his versatility Saturday, lining up all over the field and even blitzing the quarterback off the edge. Adams is currently refusing to practice until he secures a long-term deal. The Seahawks and Adams are expected to eventually strike an agreement. However, if Adams ends up sitting out regular-season games, Neal could fill the starting strong safety role.
Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Inks ERFA tender
Neal signed his tender with the Seahawks on Tuesday, Liz Matthews of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Seattle tendered the 25-year-old as an exclusive rights free agent back in March, and he's now officially under contract for 2021. Neal opened last season on the practice squad but ended up appearing in 13 games and posting 44 tackles (33 solo) and two interceptions while splitting snaps between defense and special teams.
Published: Tue, Jun 8 at 9:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Earns ERFA tender
The Seahawks gave an exclusive-rights free agent tender to Neal on Saturday, Liz Matthews of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Neal began 2020 on the practice squad but received a promotion to the active roster after Jamal Adams (shoulder) suffered an injury. The 25-year-old Neal capitalized on the situation, recording 28 tackles and an interception over his first four NFL starts. A hard-hitting safety, Neal is dependable in special-teams coverage and can slot into a situational role on defense since Adams will still be around for the 2021 season.
Published: Sat, Mar 13 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Impresses in spot starts
Neal recorded 44 tackles, five pass breakups and two interceptions over 13 games (four starts) in 2020.
Analysis: Neal started the year on the practice squad but was promoted in Week 3 and wasn't demoted again. The 25-year-old made four starts at safety when Jamal Adams was out, registering 28 tackles and an interception in that stretch. When Adams returned, Neal carved out a role on special teams, finishing third on the team with eight special-teams tackles. The hard-hitting safety will be an exclusive-rights free agent in March. He's expected to stick with the team in 2021, and he could take on a larger…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Thursday
Neal (hip) was a full participant during Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal was forced to miss last week's win over the Jets due to the hip issue he suffered just a week earlier. As evidenced by this news, Neal escaped with nothing more than a bruised hip, and he's on track to return for Week 15. Now healthy, expect Neal to return to his depth secondary role, seeing most of his snaps on special teams.
Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 6:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting down Week 14
Neal (hip) is inactive for Sunday's matchup against the Jets.
Analysis: Neal suffered a hip bruise during last Sunday's loss to the Giants, and he remained unable to participate in practice throughout the week. With the 24-year-old ruled out, safety depth will be depleted behind Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs for a matchup against New York's 31st-ranked pass offense.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Injury not too serious
Coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Neal suffered a bad hip bruise in Sunday's 17-12 loss to the Giants, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Neal's MRI didn't show anything serious, and Carroll elaborated that the safety "has a chance to be okay." His practice capacity Wednesday will reveal more about his chances to play next week against the Jets. Neal's defensive role has basically been eliminated with Jamal Adams healthy, but he's still finding ways to contribute, as he blocked a punt that led to a safety on Sunday.
Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return Sunday
Neal (hip) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Giants, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
Analysis: Given that Neal was carted to the locker room for X-rays, his chances of returning Sunday don't seem too strong. The Seahawks will hope that the special-teams ace has avoided a serious injury.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Sunday
Neal (hip) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game versus the Bills, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Neal has been banged up this year, but he'll play through it once again. His role will diminish in Week 9 with Jamal Adams returning from a groin injury, and it'll be interesting to see how he's used moving forward. The 25-year-old was dependable as the starting strong safety with Adams out, as he piled up 32 tackles, four pass breakups and two interceptions through five games. The Seahawks could use help at slot corner because Ugo Amadi (hamstring) is out, although he'd need to beat out D.J.…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hip injury
Neal (hip) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.
Analysis: Neal dealt with a hamstring injury last week but was active against the 49ers and played every snap, recording five tackles (three solo). The former undrafted free agent has been entrusted by the Seahawks to start at strong safety in place of All-Pro Jamal Adams (groin) over the last four games, but Adams is on track to return Sunday against the Bills. Neal will still have a role to some degree, and he could carve out a niche as the slot corner until Ugo Amadi (hamstring) returns to action.
Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Week 8
Neal (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Analysis: The 24-year-old was added to the injury report Thursday and receive the questionable tag, but he's ready to go for Sunday's divisional matchup. Jamal Adams (groin/illness) is unavailable once again, so Neal will receive another start at strong safety.
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for Sunday
Neal (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the 49ers, Curtis Crabtree of Sports Radio 950 KJR Seattle reports.
Analysis: Neal popped up on the injury report Thursday but didn't miss a practice, although he only handled limited reps. Coach Pete Carroll essentially cleared Neal to play Friday, according to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times, but his official status won't be revealed until 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. Jamal Adams (groin/illness) is a true game-time decision, and Neal is expected to start at strong safety if Adams sits out again. Neal's a sneaky IDP play, as he's racked up 27…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 7:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up nine stops
Neal made nine tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 37-34 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: An undrafted free agent out of Southern Illinois, Neal suited up just four games and didn't play a defensive snap over his first two seasons in the league. He's leaving no doubt about his abilities this year, however, as he's started the last three games at strong safety while Jamal Adams (groin) has been sidelined. Neal has been dynamic in the process, generating 27 tackles (23 solo), four pass breakups and two interceptions. Adams could return to the lineup this Sunday against the 49ers and…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Quickly passes concussion protocol
Neal (concussion) was able to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Gregg Bell of the Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Analysis: Neal was evaluated for a concussion, but he evidently wasn't exhibiting any symptoms, as he passed the concussion protocol and returned to make a key tackle in the final minute.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 8:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Being evaluated for concussion
Neal left Sunday's game against the Cardinals and is being evaluated for a concussion.
Analysis: Damarious Randall is in at strong safety in Neal's absence. With the game in its final minutes, Neal will need to quickly pass the concussion protocol to return.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 8:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to start Sunday
Neal is expected to start at safety Sunday versus the Dolphins, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With both Jamal Adams (groin) and Lano Hill (back) inactive, Neal is on track to make his first NFL start since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2018. The Southern Illinois product was elevated from the practice squad in Week 3 and logged 29 defensive snaps, recording four solo tackles, a pass breakup and a game-clinching interception.
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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Rises to active roster
The Seahawks elevated Neal to the active roster Saturday, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
Analysis: The Seahawks lost safety Marquise Blair (torn ACL) for the year in the Week 2 win over the Patriots, and with CB Quinton Dunbar (knee) questionable, Neal will add depth during this Sunday's game against the Cowboys. If Dunbar suits up, Neal will likely stick to special teams.
Published: Sat, Sep 26 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Staying in Seattle
Neal has signed his exclusive-rights tender with the Seahawks, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Neal suited up for just three games with the Seahawks last year but was primarily a practice squad member. He will look to make an impression this offseason in an attempt to spend more time on the active roster and help provide depth in the secondary.
Published: Tue, Apr 21 at 4:16am by Rotowire.com
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Joins Seahawks' active roster
Seattle signed Neal to its active roster Wednesday.
Analysis: Neal joins the Seahawks' active roster as insurance to help offset the injury to Neiko Thorpe (hernia). Thorpe will miss the remainder of the 2019 season. Neal should slot into a special teams role but isn't expected to make huge waves from a fantasy standpoint.
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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