By LIZ MATHEWS
710 ESPN Seattle

One hour after arriving at the Seahawks facility and taking to the practice field on Tuesday, newly acquired offensive tackle Tyler Polumbus was speaking to the press.

Ten seconds after that, he was being led off the field.

Rookie Russell Okung was credited with the interception as he dragged his new linemate to the locker room.

Interviewing the "new guy" is nothing out of the ordinary, except when it comes to one of Alex Gibbs' offensive lineman.

Since the Seahawks new offensive line coach rolled into town in February, there has been a strict no-contact policy. This, of course, has nothing to do with the players on the field and everything to do with talking to the media. It's not allowed.

With over 30 years of offensive experience, Gibbs has had plenty of time to develop his no-nonsense coaching style and his firm stance on media relations. He began his NFL coaching career in Denver, where he assisted the Broncos to two straight Super Bowl appearances in 1986 and '87. After stints with the Raiders, Chargers, Colts and Chiefs, he returned to Denver for an extended stay.

During Gibbs' second go round with the Broncos, the offensive line recorded the most total yards (6,554 in 2000), most first downs (383 in 2000), most rushing yards (2,468 in 1998) and most rushing touchdowns (32 in 1998).

In 2003 he joined the Falcons as the assistant head coach, offensive line coach and consultant and again helped to establish franchise rushing records. He spent two seasons with the Houston Texans before joining Pete Carroll's coaching staff this offseason.

Known primarily for his zone-blocking scheme, Gibbs has a gift for igniting his players and presenting a united front. A united front that does not speak to the press, something Polumbus was quickly made aware of.