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5 Young Players Set To Break Out For Seattle Seahawks In 2015

5 Young Players Set To Break Out For Seattle Seahawks In 2015

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The Seattle Seahawks may be in the midst of a playoff run, but that does not mean it is too early to look ahead to next season. Seattle has one of the deepest and most talented rosters in the NFL, and there are a number of young players bound to take the next step this offseason. With that in mind, here are five players set to break out for Seattle in 2015.

5. Kevin Norwood, WR

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5. Kevin Norwood, WR

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Norwood has not made a great impact during his rookie season, catching just nine passes for 102 yards while appearing in just nine games. The former fourth-round pick out of Alabama steadily improved toward the end of the season and appears poised to become more involved in the offense in Year 2.

4. Luke Willson, TE

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4. Luke Willson, TE

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Willson has shown flashes of dominance this season, including a 139-yard, two touchdown performance against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 16. Seattle could decide to move on from veteran tight end Zach Miller this offseason, which would create even more opportunities for Willson to emerge.

3. Paul Richardson, WR

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3. Paul Richardson, WR

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After a slow start to his rookie season, Richardson has emerged as of late and has 15 receptions in his last four games. His role should only expand next season as Seattle searches for more weapons on offense to replace the versatility of Percy Harvin.

2. Tharold Simon, CB

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2. Tharold Simon, CB

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After missing his entire rookie season with an injury, Simon emerged as a key contributor for Seattle's star-studded secondary late in the season. With starting cornerback Byron Maxwell headed for free agency, Simon could enter next season as the starter opposite Richard Sherman.

1. Christine Michael, RB

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1. Christine Michael, RB

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Despite receiving a limited number of carries each of his first two seasons, Michael runs with the type of speed and athleticism that make him a perfect fit for Seattle's offense. With the Marshawn Lynch-era likely coming to an end this offseason, Michael may finally get his chance to prove he can be Seattle's No. 1 back.

K.J. Momberg is a Jacksonville Jaguars writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter @k_momberg or add him to your network on Google.

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