The Facts: The Seahawks on Tuesday signed Putzier to a one-year contract. Released last month by the Texans, Putzier had just six receptions while playing in eight games last season.
Diehards Line:Putzier had his two best campaigns with the Broncos. He had 36 receptions and two touchdowns in 2004 and made 37 catches the following season. ... According to Tacoma News Tribune staffer Frank Hughes, Putzier is likely to take the place of Ben Joppru. Will Heller is the No. 2 guy and the No. 1 guy is likely to be taken in the draft.