Tubby Brings Sexy Back to Seahawks

Before anything else, a word about the nickname: Tubby.It’s a derivation of Marcus Tubbs’ surname, not a reference to his level of fitness.

Still, the fact he is leaner, fitter, stronger and more motivated than ever only adds to the Seattle Seahawks’ anticipation of Tubbs’ return to action.

A defensive tackle taken in the first round of the 2004 NFL draft, Tubbs missed most of last season with a knee injury that required microfracture surgery. After a long winter and spring of rehabbing, Tuesday was his first practice in full gear with the team.

Although he’s still seeing limited duty, Tubbs is making it obvious that nobody is happier about his presence at practice than he is.

As soon as he stepped on the field Wednesday, he started bouncing and dancing and tussling with teammates. At one point before workouts began, he jokingly acted as if he was about to tackle coach Ray Rhodes.

Full Story: http://www.thenewstribune.com/sports/seahawks/story/134181.html - [The News Tribune]

Related: Marcus Tubbs: The Return - [Scout.com]