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Unlike \"deflate-gate,\" the controversy lasted minutes. The official Twitter account of the NFL’s director of officiating Dean Blandino soon responded that it was legal.
Rule changed in 09. At least 4 players must be on each side of the ball. 3 must be outside hash, and 1 outside numbers. Rule 6-1-3 (c)
— Dean Blandino (@DeanBlandino) January 22, 2015
3. Marshawn Lynch Fined for Obscene Gesture
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Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch was fined $20,000 for an \"obscene\" gesture after scoring a touchdown on Sunday, ESPN reported. In case you missed the league's announcement of the fine -- which you probably did -- it was for grabbing his crotch.
4. \"12th Man\" Trademark Agreement
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The Seattle Seahawks' repeated use of the term \"12th man\" -- referring to its record-breaking stadium volume and fans -- has been a part of an agreement with Texas A&M University.
The Seahawks paid the university a lump sum of $100,000 in 2006, plus $5,000 per year for their use of the \"12th Man\" mark. The initial term of the agreement was five years, so in 2011, the Seahawks renewed the agreement for five more years.
5. Will Richard Sherman Have Enough Elbow Grease?
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Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman suffered a sprained elbow during Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers, NFL.com reported on Monday. During the game, Sherman appeared in pain after colliding with teammate Kam Chancellor on a play. But Sherman said Wednesday that his elbow is feeling \"better.\"
“It’s a little sore, but not too bad,\" he said.
And he said he's certain he will play in the Super Bowl on Feb. 1.
“That’s my story and I’m sticking to it,” Sherman added.
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