Seattle Seahawks: Why Colin Kaepernick is the perfect fit
2. Seahawks have right culture to handle media storm
Whether you agree or disagree with any side of what Colin Kaepernick has done or is protesting, one simple fact remains. Whichever team that he signs with is going to come under the microscope. Everything that involves the team and the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback is going to be analyzed to nauseating degrees. But that’s another reason as to why the Seahawks make so much sense for Kaepernick.
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It’s far from a stretch to say that the Seahawks as an organization are adept at embracing media firestorms. When you employ outspoken players and guys with personalities of Richard Sherman and Michael Bennett (among others), that comes with the territory. As a result of that, though, they wouldn’t be the least bit fazed by any media controversy stirred up. It would be another day at the office and something else they can move past.
What’s more, it’s also important to note that Sherman and many other Seahawks players vocally supported Kaepernick’s protests in the 2016 season. As such, Kaepernick wouldn’t be left out on an island in the locker room. He would be entering an environment where he would be supported. For a player that clearly needs confidence coming out of his past situation, that’s vital for him.