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Quinton Jefferson relies on retired Cliff Avril entering latest test for Seahawks’ pass rush

Injuries and opportunity—including a huge one now with an opposing rookie quarterback starting for the first time—have pushed the Seahawks’ pass rush from preseason concern into early-season surprise.

Frank Clark was the known. Seattle’s only proven returning sack man this year is producing again, flying through the start of his contract year and in line for an extension.

The unknown has been the surprise. Quinton Jefferson thanks Cliff Avril for that.

Yes, the Cliff Avril that is retired and now co-hosting a sports-talk radio show each weekday morning on Seattle’s KJR AM.