Seattle Seahawks: Sign Cornerback Roderick Hood

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Published: August 31, 2009

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... Hood never made it onto the field during the regular season for the Browns, a causality of the looming five required roster cuts by Tuesday

Hood is a six year veteran who has also played for the Philadelphia Eagles and has a decent amount of starting experience as a No. 2 CB. 

In his six seasons he has averaged 36 tackles, 11 pass deflections, and 2 INT's per season. Over his last two seasons he has averaged 45 tackles and 3 INT's.

He is the first starter of significance besides former Seattle RB TJ Duckett to become a cut casualty in the league so far.

With Pro Bowl Cornerback Marcus Trufant still on the PUP List, depth is needed, considering first round bust Kelly Jennings is manning the nickel slot currently. He is more suited for dime duties considering his size and skill level.

Even when Trufant comes back, Hood still represents an upgrade over Jennings regardless (and Travis Fisher), allowing the Seahawks to pu...

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