Seahawks release eight players, including Perrish Cox and George Farmer

Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty ImagesThe Seattle Seahawks have provided us with some roster transaction news, with rookie minicamp beginning on May 12th and OTAs starting on May 30th. On Monday, Seattle claimed former 49ers running back Mike Davis off of waivers, then on Tuesday they signed defensive end David Bass. They also announced the departure of eight players, including a pair of running backs who saw some regular season action in 2016.

The Seahawks made roster moves Tuesday, signing defensive end David Bass and releasing eight players: cornerback Perrish Cox, tight end Chris Briggs, center Ross Burbank, defensive tackle Rodney Coe, running back George Farmer, receiver Jamel Johnson,…