Seahawk Pathon

TallySaint · 08-09-2005, 06:48 AM

Pathon in position

Chris Cluff, Seattle Times, Aug. 8

Jerome Pathon is taking nothing for granted in his fight for one of the roster spots at receiver, and he showed it in the scrimmage Saturday.

The former Washington Husky led all receivers with four catches for 55 yards, including a 30-yard touchdown during which he caught a pass from Matt Hasselbeck around the 15-yard line and streaked down the left sideline.

"I am just going to continue to work hard and, when opportunities come my way, capitalize on them ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢Â‚Â¬Ã¢Â€Â especially with the situation we have here with 11 strong receivers," said Pathon, a seven-year veteran who signed a three-year deal with Seattle earlier this year.

Hasselbeck appreciates Pathon's experience.

"What I see in Jerome is a more veteran guy, similar to Bobby Engram," the quarterback said. "He has an understanding of our offense and an understanding of the defense that we see."

Pathon also has been putting in time as a kick returner.

"You get in where you fit in in this business," he said. "If those are the duties and responsibilities they want me to take on, then I will be more than pleased to do that."

Holmgren said he likes Pathon's speed and ability to gain yards after the catch, but the coach said the competition behind Engram and Darrell Jackson will not be determined until just before the season begins.

"That pile of wide receivers will sort itself out, but it won't be until late," Holmgren said. "You pick any one practice, and one guy will stand out over another. It is going to be a tough call. But Jerome had a pretty good day [Saturday]."

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08-09-2005, 06:48 AM	#1
TallySaint 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Tallahassee Posts: 1,367	Seahawk Pathon Pathon in position Chris Cluff, Seattle Times, Aug. 8 Jerome Pathon is taking nothing for granted in his fight for one of the roster spots at receiver, and he showed it in the scrimmage Saturday. The former Washington Husky led all receivers with four catches for 55 yards, including a 30-yard touchdown during which he caught a pass from Matt Hasselbeck around the 15-yard line and streaked down the left sideline. "I am just going to continue to work hard and, when opportunities come my way, capitalize on them ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢Â‚Â¬Ã¢Â€Â especially with the situation we have here with 11 strong receivers," said Pathon, a seven-year veteran who signed a three-year deal with Seattle earlier this year. Hasselbeck appreciates Pathon's experience. "What I see in Jerome is a more veteran guy, similar to Bobby Engram," the quarterback said. "He has an understanding of our offense and an understanding of the defense that we see." Pathon also has been putting in time as a kick returner. "You get in where you fit in in this business," he said. "If those are the duties and responsibilities they want me to take on, then I will be more than pleased to do that." Holmgren said he likes Pathon's speed and ability to gain yards after the catch, but the coach said the competition behind Engram and Darrell Jackson will not be determined until just before the season begins. "That pile of wide receivers will sort itself out, but it won't be until late," Holmgren said. "You pick any one practice, and one guy will stand out over another. It is going to be a tough call. But Jerome had a pretty good day [Saturday]." 8)