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Marshawn Lynch Makes Sideline Debut as NFL Photographer in Seahawks-Raiders Preseason Opener

His appearance on the Seattle sideline underscores the league’s growing trend of tapping former stars for off-field roles.

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Aug 12, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch takes pictures with a Canon camera on the sidelines against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • Marshawn Lynch appeared on the Seahawks–Raiders sideline wearing an official NFL photographer vest and carrying a professional camera.
  • After George Holani’s first-quarter touchdown run, Lynch was accidentally knocked by the rookie back and responded with a playful forearm shove.
  • The Seahawks game marked Lynch’s first confirmed on-field assignment as a league photographer since retiring following the 2018 season.
  • Lynch’s seven seasons in Seattle and two seasons in Oakland heightened fan interest in his return to both franchises in a new capacity.
  • The NFL has increasingly engaged former players in media and branding roles, and Lynch previously worked as a photographer and content creator at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.