The Facts: If the Seattle Seahawks are unable to land Devonta Freeman (see previous item), it appears they may have a backup plan in Hyde as they look to fill a need for a veteran running back. Michael Silver of NFL Network reported the Seahawks have had "conversations" with Hyde, though they appear less serious than the one-year, $4 million offer Seattle has on the table for Freeman.

Diehards Line:Hyde is coming off a career-best season with the Houston Texans, rushing for 1,070 yards and six touchdowns. He would provide a steadying veteran presence to the Seahawks' running back depth chart, though it's unclear how much opportunity is available in Seattle. The Seahawks expect Chris Carson and Rashaad Penny back healthy for the 2020 season after they ended 2019 on injured reserve, forcing them to sign Marshawn Lynch out of semi-retirement. Guys like Freeman and Hyde would provide injury insurance, but it's likely both expect to have a more extensive role than third-string running back. It's possible the Seahawks' interest in veteran backs is a sign they're not 100 percent sure Carson or Penny will be able to stay on the field this season.