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Carroll downplays Earl Thomas situation

Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas, right, intercepts a pass intended for the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, in Los Angeles. Photo: Associated Press/Mark J. Terrill


RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Seahawks coach Pete Carroll has attempted to downplay safety Earl Thomas’ lingering dissatisfaction, saying he believes the sides will be fine with a plan that includes Thomas not taking part in many practices. Thomas was again a nonparticipant in practice as Seattle began preparations for a game against Arizona. Thomas has said he has no intension of putting his future at risk by practicing unless the Seahawks provide him contract security beyond this season or grant his wish to be traded.

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