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‘He’s just not very big,’ but the Seahawks turned to speedy Shaquem Griffin to rejuvenate their line

RENTON — Shaquem Griffin is one of the most life-affirming examples offered up by professional sports of the human capacity for overcoming obstacles to reach one’s goals.

So maybe his approach to what seems like something of a challenge in his new role with the Seahawks — trying to rush the passer off the edge at a listed 227 pounds — shouldn’t be surprising.

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Griffin hints he may actually weigh a little less than 227, saying “that’s the weight I came in at’’ when asked if it’s accurate, and that he spent this offseason trying to lose weight.