Connor Benintendi

Connor Benintendi

Joined: May 28, 2024

Connor J. Benintendi is a graduate of Western Washington University and began his sports journalism career working in local news, covering almost every sport imaginable at the high school and NCAA levels. He’s been covering the Seattle Seahawks since 2024 and began reporting on the WNBA’s Seattle Storm in 2025.

Sep 21, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tory Horton (15) celebrates after scoring a 95-yard punt return for a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter at Lumen Field.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Bo Melton (16) defends Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyrone Broden (85) during their final preseason game on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won the game, 20-7.

Sep 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks fullback Robbie Ouzts (40) warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field.

Dec 8, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of a Seattle Seahawks helmet at State Farm Stadium.

Feb 11, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) interacts with fans during the Super Bowl LX World Champions parade in downtown Seattle.

Seahawks News

After winning a prestigious award, Jaxon Smith-Njigba has dealt with disrespect from multiple angles.

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive lineman Deven Eastern (91) celebrates with Paul Bunyan’s Axe after the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Huntington Bank Stadium.

Seahawks News

Despite being a late-round pick, Eastern has all the tools to succeed with the Seahawks.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the New England Patriots in the second half in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium

Seahawks News

The 2026 slate includes six primetime games and a Christmas Day bout.

Nov 28, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks wide receiver Levi Wentz (10) runs with the ball during the second half against the Utah Utes at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

Seahawks News

Will the undrafted rookie's raw skills be enough to keep him around beyond training camp?

Dec 26, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Kansas State Wildcats defensive tackle Uso Seumalo (99) celebrates after defeating the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field.

Seahawks News

The Seahawks have one of the best defensive fronts in the league, but they're still adding to it.

Sep 26, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; TCU Horned Frogs defensive end Devean Deal (11) looks on against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the second half at Mountain America Stadium, Home of the ASU Sun Devils.

Seahawks News

Deal is one of the Seahawks' three UDFA edge rushers battling for a roster spot.

Sep 25, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics co-owner and alternate governor Aditya Mittal speaks during a press conference at Auerbach Center.

Seahawks News

There could be a bidding war emerging for control of the Seahawks franchise.

Jan 29, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; A Seattle Seahawks Riddell speedflex helmet.

Seahawks News

Minnesota is targeting a John Schneider disciple for their vacant GM position.

Feb 11, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider speaks during the Super Bowl LX trophy celebration at Lumen Field.

The Super Bowl LX MVP knew he was on his way out before winning the Lombardi Trophy.

Feb 11, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) speaks during the Super Bowl LX trophy celebration at Lumen Field.

Despite previous reports, two tech giants aren't interested in pursuing a purchase of the Seahawks.

Nov 12, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns tight end Harrison Bryant (88) runs with the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium.

Offensive coordinator Brian Fleury got himself another player to evaluate.

Jan 5, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and quarterback Geno Smith (7) walk out of the tunnel for pregame warmups before the start of the NFC Wild Card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field.

An unexpected former Seahawks duo could be joining forces in New York.