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Seahawks release starting tight end Noah Fant

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Fant was due over $8 million in non-guaranteed salary.

The Seattle Seahawks have made a major roster move ahead of the start of training camp.

Starting tight end Noah Fant was released on Sunday, ending a three-year run with the team after being acquired from the Denver Broncos in the Russell Wilson trade. There had been rumors that Fant was being shopped in potential trades but clearly nothing materialized, so he’s outright released.

What was Noah Fant’s productivity with the Seahawks?​


During his time in Seattle, Fant caught 130 passes for 1,400 yards and 5 touchdowns. Believe it or not, had Fant stayed with the Seahawks and caught at least 41 passes for 649 yards this season, he would’ve surpassed Jimmy Graham for the Seahawks’ all-time record for receptions and receiving yards by a tight end. Graham’s franchise records are safe, all while he’s out here setting world records in the Arctic.

How much was Noah Fant scheduled to make in 2025?​


Having signed a two-year, $21 million contract with the Seahawks in the 2024 offseason, Fant was owed $8.49 million in non-guaranteed salary, plus $510,000 in per-game roster bonuses, as well as a $4.5 million signing bonus. His total cap number was $13,410,000 per Over The Cap. Only Leonard Williams has a higher cap number for 2025 on the entire Seahawks roster.

How much money will the Seahawks save in salary cap space?​


Quite a bit. The Seahawks will save $8.91 million against the cap, but the signing bonus is guaranteed and will mean $4.5 million in dead money. Seattle will have well over $30 million in cap space barring any other moves made this week.

What does this mean for the Seahawks’ tight end room?​


It’s a supreme vote of confidence in second-round rookie Elijah Arroyo and second-year player A.J. Barner, who had an impressive rookie campaign by catching 30 passes for 245 yards and 4 touchdowns. Veteran blocking tight end Eric Saubert’s path to the roster may also have gotten a bit easier with Fant’s departure.

Other tight ends looking to make the team are UDFAs Marshall Lang and Nick Kallerup. Brady Russell was moved to fullback from tight end and will compete with fifth-round pick Robbie Ouzts.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...eahawks-noah-fant-released-starting-tight-end
 
Seahawks announce signing of big free agent one day after releasing Noah Fant

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With questions swirling about depth on the interior of the defensive line, Seattle addressed the position signing a free agent nose tackle.

It has been barely a day since the the Seattle Seahawks created an open roster spot with the release of tight end Noah Fant, and on Monday afternoon the team has announced that it had created a second open roster spot.

The second spot comes via the waiving of cornerback Zy Alexander, and in the same press release the team noted how it had filled the open roster spots.

As Field Gulls reported just minutes ago, the Seahawks added defensive back Kam Alexander of Oregon by way of UTSA and Sam Houston State to fill one spot, and filled the second spot with 6’3”, 338 pound nose tackle Justin Rogers.


The @Seahawks signed two players and waived one with a non-football injury designation. https://t.co/Yt1ce4qnrZ

— Seahawks PR (@seahawksPR) July 21, 2025

Justin Rogers was a seventh round selection of the Dallas Cowboys in the 2024 NFL Draft, but was waived at final roster cuts. The Cincinnati Bengals then signed him to their practice squad, which is where he spent most of the 2024 season until December, when the Cowboys poached him off the Bengals practice squad.

Rogers then signed a futures contract with the Cowboys, but was waived at the end of the offseason program in June.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...-big-free-agent-justin-rogers-cowboys-bengals
 
Seahawks 2025 draft class projections: Determining Ricky White’s path to the roster

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Seattle’s last pick of the 2025 draft will need to excel on special teams to make the roster…good thing that was Ricky White III’s bag in college!

With their final pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks selected WR Ricky White III from UNLV at No. 238 overall. White faces an uphill battle to make the roster and must show out on special teams to secure his spot.

Athletic Profile/Comps

Relative Athletic Score (RAS)




Mockdraftable




Most of the Seahawks 2025 draft class was quite athletic. Ricky White III was not…at least at the combine. The RAS and Mockdraftable 40-yard dash times show the combine value of 4.61. However, White ran a 4.44 at his pro day…a marked improvement.. Just keep that in mind as we look at the comps. Seahawks top 50 player Darrell Jackson appears on the Mockdraftable comps, which is neat, but let’s focus on a few guys that show up on both Mockdraftable and RAS. First up is former NFC West foe Brandon Lloyd.



Ok, this one is crazy close. White is one inch taller, but weighs the same and had an identical vertical jump. His combine 40-yard dash was ever so slightly faster as well. Lloyd had a long NFL career and would be a high-water mark for White.

Up next is another NFC West foe - and former Seahawks training camp legend - Antonio Bryant.



Yeah, this one is damn close too! We’re talking within an inch on the vertical jump and 100th of a second on the 40-yard dash. Just for fun, let’s look at the career comparison for both Lloyd and Bryant.



Pretty, pretty close if I say so myself. Again, these present the best-case scenario for White. It’s still nice to see that there are prior examples of receivers with his build and athleticism that have been highly effective NFL players. And don’t forget the fact that White ran much faster at his pro day.

Gut reaction to the pick


Seventh-round picks are fun. They’re complete shots in the dark who could turn out to be the next gem in Chris Carson or the other side of the coin like Lazarius Levingston. White at least brings some legit special teams experience that could set him apart from other WRs vying for the final roster spots.


UNLV's Ricky White III is the Mountain West Special Teams Player of the Year. The standout wide receiver has used his offensive skillset as an advantage. White has blocked a total of four punts, the most in all of college football. Karlie Drew shares that as one of the team… pic.twitter.com/bYLx2f12gH

— Mountain West (@MountainWest) December 5, 2024

FOUR blocked punts?? Yeah, that’s pretty neat. Anyone who takes special teams that seriously at least gives himself a chance.

And guess what, he’s also a pretty darn good WR too with over 3,000 yards and 24 TDs in his three years at UNLV.


VIDEO - Another Ricky White TD reception. His third of the quarter.

It's #UNLVFB 28-7 with 2:42 in the first.

Watch - pic.twitter.com/XHPjOhOPj2

— COFIELD (@stevecofield) September 7, 2024

White has a long road ahead of him to earn a spot on the Seahawks, but his special teams experience and WR production make his selection in the seventh round a solid use of John Schneider’s final 2025 draft pick.

Rookie season prediction


Here’s where the balloon deflates. I like White, but I don’t think he’ll make the roster in 2025. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, Tory Horton and Jake Bobo are locks in my opinion. Marquez Valdez-Scantling, Dareke Young, and Cody White will be fighting with Ricky White III for maybe one spot given Klint Kubiak’s commitment to the run and the TE position. White III will make the practice squad and possibly be a late-season call-up due to injury. Maybe he will crack the roster in 2026, given his special teams prowess.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...al-teams-will-be-ricky-white-path-roster-spot
 
Seahawks beat reporter names UDFA rookie to watch at training camp

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The HawksZone Rundown podcast launches into the Seattle Seahawks’ 2025 training camp with a thrilling episode, including some insight from beat reporter Corbin Smith.

Seahawks beat reporter, Corbin Smith, owner and head editor of Emerald City Spectrum, and host of Locked On Seahawks, joined the HawksZone Rundown podcast to discuss Seattle Seahawks players and roster battles poised to shape Seattle’s 50th season.

Smith spotlights under-the-radar talents and key competitions that could define the Seahawks’ 2025 campaign under head coach Mike Macdonald and offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Coming off a 10-7 record in 2024, with Sam Darnold at QB and rookies like Grey Zabel joining the roster, camp is buzzing with opportunity.

The center battle pits Olu Oluwatimi against Jalen Sundell, while right guard sees Anthony Bradford, Christian Haynes, Sataoa Laumea, and rookie Bryce Cabeldue competing. At wide receiver, Jake Bobo fights to secure the WR3/WR4 role against Marquez Valdes-Scantling, rookie Tory Horton, Cody White, and Ricky White. Smith believes in Oluwatimi having the inside track to retaining his starting role at center.

“I don’t know that center is going to be a competition,” Smith said. “We’ll see. Oluwatimi played really well if you go back and watch the tape. That’s not taking anything away from Jalen Sundell, because he is a really good athlete—he’s played with Gray Zabel, [there’s] that built-in continuity from their days at North Dakota State. But Oluwatimi, I think people are sleeping on how well he played in the second half last year after Connor Williams abruptly retired.”

On defense, sleepers like Drake Thomas and Ty Okada could shine in Macdonald’s versatile scheme, while special teams hopefuls like Kenny McIntosh and George Holani aim for roster spots. As ever, there is great interest in the undrafted rookies, and Smith sees one name to pay attention to at training camp in preseason.

“I think Drake Thomas right now based on everything that I’ve been told from people in the building,” Smith said, “and this is even dating back to last year when he was coming back from the knee injury, there’s a lot of Drake Thomas fans in that building. I think that he is the number three linebacker right now.

“But the name to keep an eye on is D’Eryk Jackson coming out of Kentucky,” Smith continued. “If he would have been healthy, not only does he get drafted, we might be talking a midday three pick. The fact that he did not get signed coming out of the draft, that stunned me.

“You know, it’s weird how linebackers are evaluated now because Seattle signed Jackson Woodard from UNLV, who I loved. I still am very high on him. You don’t see guys that are undrafted rookies get cut in May and then get claimed off waivers very often, but that happened with Jackson Woodard. Houston swept him up immediately. So, he’s a fine football player, but clearly Seattle loved what they saw from D’Eryk Jackson, who was one of the best coverage linebackers in all of college football last year before he went down with a shoulder injury for the last four games. Injuries have been his biggest issue, but he’s a legitimate low 4.5 guy at almost 240 pounds and he can cover. He is a downhill thumper that likes to hit in the run game, can play sideline to sideline. That to me would be a guy that is the player to keep a really close eye on.

“Just hope he can stay healthy because if he can, I think there’s more upside there than what you have with somebody like Josh Ross, who obviously Mike McDonald knows from his time at Michigan,” Smith concluded. “But he’s not going to be a guy that’s going to be playing defensive snaps for you. He might be a great special teams guy, but why not develop somebody that could play defensive snaps for you and also can play special teams? And Jackson’s a guy that can absolutely do that.”

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News, notes, and quotes from Day 1 of Seahawks training camp

NFL: Seattle Seahawks Minicamp

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The Seahawks’ 2025 training camp kicked off on Wednesday at team headquarters in Renton. Here is a sampling of the day’s events.

We’re one step closer toward the return of Seattle Seahawks football for a 50th season.

Training camp kicked off at Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton on Wednesday, with fans in attendance watching the first of 10 public practices. The first few practices are not padded, so it’s sort of a ramping up process before we get to something closer to physical football, but there are nevertheless several news items to report from Day 1.


News

Uchenna Nwosu isn’t close to returning yet


The Seahawks outside linebacker has missed over half of all regular season games over the past two years with three separate injuries, and he’s recovering from offseason knee surgery. Coach Mike Macdonald indicated that Nwosu’s return is “not necessarily close” and seemingly indicated that he may not be ready for the start of the regular season.

“We’ll see,” Macdonald said regarding how close Nwosu is to practicing. “We’re going to the season, probably throughout the rest of camp, and then we’ll go from there. We’ll just hold on to the timeline right now, but we’re not necessarily close right now.”

Nwosu was present at VMAC to sign autographs for fans, so at least that’s good.

Johnathan Hankins on NFI, but it’s not serious


The veteran nose tackle is on the non-football injury list with a back issue, but there’s no reason to panic based on Coach Macdonald’s comments.

“Yeah, right now he’s NFI, he’s working through a back right now,” Macdonald said. “Long term I think he’s going to be fine, working through it, but Hank’s a vet, he’s a 12-year guy. I mean we’re taking our time with it so we’re not in a hurry.”

No reasons given for Noah Fant’s departure


The Seahawks moving on from starting tight end Noah Fant may not have been a great surprise within the context of his contract, but the timing was a bit peculiar given it was days out from training camp.

“We released him a few days ago,” Macdonald said. “I’m not going to tell you exactly why, there’s multiple reasons.”

As for what this means for the TE room, which includes rookie second-round pick Elijah Arroyo and second-year player A.J. Barner, it’s seemingly business as usual as far as competing.

“I haven’t had any conversations with them,” Macdonald said. “It’s just understood that what we’re trying to achieve as a football team. And we love Noah, we wish him the best, but we also love the guys that are still here. They know what’s at stake and it’s going to be a lot of fun watching that competition at tight end.”

Shaquill Griffin is back, but not for Day 1 of camp


The 2017 Seahawks third-round pick reunited with the team a few weeks ago, but his first Seahawks camp since 2020 will have to wait as he deals with a minor illness. Mike Macdonald said the team is taking a cautious approach as far as his return.

“He’s going to be a guy we’ll lean on being a vet presence for those guys and it’s been fun so far, but excited to get him out there working with the rest of the team,” Macdonald said.


Notes and Quotes

Kenneth Walker III practices, has strong showing


When we last heard about Kenneth Walker III, he was limited with an ankle injury at minicamp. No such restrictions on Day 1 of training camp.

““He looks great,” Macdonald said. “He’s in a great spot, mentally. Just awesome seeing him do all the things that we wanted him to do from the get go. I know he’s really excited about what’s going on. Great first day with Ken.”

Interesting rotations on the offensive line


There’s been a lot of curiosity over the right guard and center competitions. At center, Olu Oluwatimi and Jalen Sundell are top two on the depth chat. Right guard figures to be between Anthony Bradford and Christian Haynes... but then there’s Jalen Sundell! Yes, Sundell received some right guard reps while Haynes had some snaps at center. This was in addition to the usual rotations, but this is an interesting wrinkle.

Expect more experimenting at those positions in the weeks to come.

How far along is the offense under Klint Kubiak?


“Yeah, we’re right on schedule,” said Macdonald of the offense under Seattle’s newest offensive coordinator.

And yes, coach wants to see the ball run well.

“Run off the rock man. We want to play our style of ball. Let the O-line do their thing, get Sam [Darnold] on the move, separate the defense, all those things. It’s fun to watch these guys put it together and how they drill it, go from individual to group, how it fits together, all the rules. It’s really exciting.”


Highlights?


This isn’t to be a buzzkill, but the Seahawks are a fair bit tighter regarding training camp highlights than they used to be, and certainly more so than other teams around the league. But I know your appetite for any Seahawks football is insatiable, so here are come clips!

Some OL video. pic.twitter.com/7jnLZoWYnf

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 24, 2025
Some DL video. pic.twitter.com/cKB9uUisHN

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 24, 2025
Crisp day for Sam, actually all the QB’s were sharp. pic.twitter.com/yqLv96oJp7

— Dan Viens (Seahawks Forever Podcast) (@SeahawksForever) July 23, 2025

An all-new quarterback room, for the new offense: Sam Darnold, Drew Lock, Jalen Milroe throw on the first day of #Seahawks training camp. ⁦@thenewstribunepic.twitter.com/uW9yzggwtA

— Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) July 23, 2025
Light work for @arroyo_elijah36.

Go Hawks x Powered by @Boeing pic.twitter.com/J8YtVh9K9k

— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) July 24, 2025
Elijah Arroyo had a great day. Caught everything thrown his way including a couple diving grabs. Really looks the part. pic.twitter.com/u7o2eh3QNg

— Dan Viens (Seahawks Forever Podcast) (@SeahawksForever) July 23, 2025

Jalen Milroe to Brady Russell. pic.twitter.com/CYBbOtW88c

— Cameron Van Til (@CameronVanTil) July 23, 2025
Seahawks WR work, led by Cooper Kupp and JSN pic.twitter.com/uSCZbxh3oJ

— Dugar, Michael-Shawn (@MikeDugar) July 23, 2025
Look at him GO pic.twitter.com/F0mQkYiXWX

— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) July 24, 2025


The Seahawks practice again on Thursday at 1 pm in what is a media-only session. Fans can catch the next practice on Friday, July 25.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...tes-day-1-seattle-seahawks-training-camp-2025
 
Seahawks analyst Rob Staton sees NFC West title in Year 2 of Mike Macdonald era

NFL: Seattle Seahawks Training Camp

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SeahawksDraftBlog’s Rob Staton joined the HawksZone Rundown podcast to preview the upcoming Seahawks season, including his outlook on what’s to come in 2025.

On the eve of training camp, Seahawks Draft Blog founder Rob Staton joined The HawksZone Rundown to preview what promises to be one of the most intriguing Seahawks seasons in recent memory. With some new coaches, evolving roster, and a fanbase eager to see a new era take flight, Rob brought his signature insight to break down where the team stands—and where it’s headed.

A New Look, A New Era​


This season marks the true beginning of the Mike Macdonald era in Seattle. Staton believes the energy is different—not just because of the coaching changes, but because the Seahawks finally feel like a team with a clear vision.

“I’m really looking forward to this season,” Staton said. “This is going to be a very different season... There are some new people on this team that are quite high profile. I think this is probably going to be one of the more interesting seasons we’ve had in a while.”

He praised the early signs from the new coaching staff and sees the schematic direction already taking hold.

Confidence in the Offensive Line?​


One of the biggest question marks heading into camp is the offensive line. After years of inconsistency, injuries, and stopgap solutions, Staton sees some reasons for optimism—but remains cautious about them being a top-flight group.

“I would not be surprised if by the end of the season you are looking at Cross, Zabel, one of [Olu Oluwatimi or Jalen Sundell], one of these young right guards, and Abe Lucas—touch wood he stays healthy—actually showing signs of being a competent offensive line. And that’s really all you can ask for: competency. I’m not expecting elite, I’m not expecting Dallas Cowboys 2014, I just want competency and I think you’re going to get that with this group.”

He singled out second-year player Christian Haynes as a player to watch in camp—a potential breakout candidate who could finally bring some interior stability. But the key, according to Rob, is Abe Lucas.

NFC West Outlook: What’s Realistic?​


Pundits have placed Seattle 3rd or even 4th in the NFC West going into the season. Rob disagrees and takes it a step further.

“I like everything they’ve done. I think they’re going to win the NFC West. Obviously, you never know what’s going to happen. If you have six serious injuries in the first three games, you ain’t winning the NFC West. But provided anything crazy like that doesn’t happen, I think they have an excellent chance of winning this division, of being in the mix in the NFC. I don’t think they’re going to win the NFC or anything like that. But I won’t be surprised if they have a better year than some people think.”

Identity under Mike Macdonald​


So what’s the new identity of the Seahawks?

“Run game and Defense...it is not going to be a secret”

Staton says that for the first time in a while, Seahawks fans can look forward to watching a team with a clear defensive identity—one that isn’t purely reactive, but aggressive and strategic.

Final Thoughts​


As training camp opens, Rob Staton sees the 2025 Seahawks as a work in progress with real potential. The offensive line must hold, Sam Darnold must adapt to the new offense, and the defense must deliver on Mike Macdonald’s reputation. But the building blocks are in place.

“The other thing I’d love to see for them next year is just win the games you’re supposed to win. Don’t allow a team as bad as the Giants to come into your backyard and outplay you and win that game deservedly. Don’t allow that kind of thing to happen. Don’t allow the Rams to come to Seattle and escape with a victory in a game you should have won. Win those games you’re supposed to win. We’ll forgive the Seahawks losing road games against top teams. You’ve just got to win the games you’re expected to win next year. And I think they’ll be expected to win a fair share of them. I genuinely believe they’ll win the NFC West and I think they’re going to get to the playoffs. I’m looking forward to it!”

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News, notes, and quotes from Day 2 of Seahawks training camp

NFL: Seattle Seahawks Minicamp

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Would you like to see Jalen Milroe do some play-action passing? Sure you do!

Seattle Seahawks training camp continued with their second day of practice, although this one was closed off to the general public. We’re still in the nascent stages of camp and thus padded practices haven’t happened yet, but it’s still a step closer to real football.

Let’s get to the roundup of Thursday’s events! And as a reminder, Field Gulls will be at training camp on Aug. 1 and Aug. 2!


News

Shaquill Griffin is back for real now


After missing Wednesday’s practice due to illness, the 2017 third-round pick and former Seahawks starter was able to participate in drills at right cornerback.

Shaquill Griffin getting ready for practice today after sitting out yesterday. pic.twitter.com/FeDYcjuiqC

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 24, 2025

3 players sit out Thursday’s practice


Exempting Uchenna Nwosu (PUP), Rylie Mills (NFI), and Johnathan Hankins (NFI), there were three active roster players who didn’t practice: EDGE Connor O’Toole, CB Shemar Jean-Charles, and NT Justin Rogers. No big deal given there will be north of 20 public and non-public practices from now until roster cutdown day.

A couple more personnel notes: The only players not on NFI or PUP that didn't practice were OLB Connor O'Toole, CB Shemar Jean-Charles and NT Justin Rogers. As mentioned, Shaquill Griffin was back after sitting out yesterday with an illness.

— Brady Henderson (@BradyHenderson) July 24, 2025

Notes and Quotes


Was Noah Fant’s release actually good news for Brady Russell?

When Fant was still on the roster, the Seahawks had Brady Russell listed as a fullback. It was expected that Russell would be in competition with fifth-round rookie Robbie Ouzts for that fullback job. It’s just Day 2 of training camp but it’s worth noting Russell worked with tight ends (his old role) and not the backs. With Marshall Lang and Nick Kallerup still longshots to make the roster, perhaps there is a chance for Russell to hang around as a TE3 or TE4.

Running back drills today. Robbie Oustz taking part in them while Brady Russell was working with tight ends. So read into that what you will. pic.twitter.com/ZdxuzPsoL9

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 24, 2025

Offensive line rotation at center, right guard continues

We can add Jalen Sundell to the right guard competition after consecutive days getting snaps at the position. The mix-and-match will continue until a starter is declared and/or morale improves.

... the OL continues to rotate, though the initial first-team grouping included Oluwatimi at center and Haynes at RG. But Sundell and Bradford also got significant work with ones at C and RG. Haynes also got one series at center and Sundell one full series with the ones at RG....

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 24, 2025

Jalen Milroe performs well

I’m sure Milroe’s development will be one of the top things Seahawks fans will want to know about and see for themselves in the coming weeks. He’s running with the third-team offense but he evidently had a standout day, and even took some accountability for a not-quite-accurate throw that was still caught.

Jalen Milroe had a heck of a practice. He was making so many plays with his arm that he did pushups on the sideline after completing a 20 yard pass to Ricky White because the throw forced White to dive for it. pic.twitter.com/VDjJBEiB34

— Brian Nemhauser (@hawkblogger) July 24, 2025

Sam Darnold picked off, IS IT PANIC TIME?!

No, of course not. It’s training camp and there will be wins for the offense and defense alike. But if you want to know about a defensive highlight, here’s Gregg Bell’s write-up on new safety D’Anthony Bell’s big play:

During the next 11-on-11 period, D’Anthony Bell, the third safety in another one of Macdonald’s defensive twist, baited Darnold into throwing to Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The wide receiver was running a crossing route backside from left to right, away from the quarterback’s half roll-out to the left. Bell from the other side of the field cut right, to the middle, in front of Smith-Njigba. Interception, Darnold’s first one of the two-day camp.

Sam Darnold praises the rookies

On Elijah Arroyo:

“Elijah has a lot of great traits. Learning the system, understanding what we’re doing, every single play, understanding concepts. You can already tell he’s studied a ton in the summer and he’s coming here, he’s really knowing his stuff right now. We’ll see as we continue to go through installs throughout the week. But he’s doing a great job so far and he’s a big target and easy to find on the field.”

On Tory Horton, who ran with the second-team offense:

“Really fast. Quick receiver, shifty in and out of routes, and he’s really picking it up just like Elijah. I can’t harp it enough, but that’s the biggest thing as a rookie is just to understand the system and what we’re doing. Once you understand that, you’re able to play fast and I feel like he’s doing a really good job of that so far.”

Devon Witherspoon on expectations for the defense

From top 10 to top 1, anyone?

“We just have to build on what we did last year. You’ll see later on in last season when we started to click, teams had trouble beating us. We’re just trying to be the best defense in the league this year.”

A.J. Barner on ‘one of the best quarterbacks in the league’ Sam Darnold

For now, Barner is the top tight end on the depth chart with Noah Fant gone. I know it’s peak optimism season and it’s evident in the quotes, too, but here’s what he said about his new QB.

“Sam has been phenomenal. He takes the time to get with the guys, he’s open about communication, back and forth about what you see. His timing is something I have taken notice on and think he is good at. When he hits his drop and he sees it the ball is going to be out before you’re out of your break. I’m excited to work with him, and I think he’s one of the best quarterbacks in the league, no doubt about it, and we’re going to show it this year.”

Highlights


Is that under-center play-action I see? Oh how I’ve missed you so.

Hey look it’s Jalen Milroe pic.twitter.com/s6vAAcuOvH

— Dugar, Michael-Shawn (@MikeDugar) July 24, 2025

Tight ends working out!

Sam Darnold and AJ Barner said the same thing about Elijah Arroyo, praising the rookie TE for how well he knows the playbook.

“You can already tell he studied a ton in the summer,” Darnold said.

Arroyo is first up in the video followed by Brady Russell and UDFA Marshall Lang. pic.twitter.com/AVbMjCNaUN

— Brady Henderson (@BradyHenderson) July 24, 2025

QB-WR work!

Some QB receiver footage from today. pic.twitter.com/jEdH1LEhTU

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 24, 2025

More QB-to-WR connections!

Sam Darnold, Drew Lock, Jalen Milroe throw to #Seahawks receivers on the second day of training camp. ⁦@thenewstribunepic.twitter.com/vCqjOqjmQv

— Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) July 24, 2025


Fans can catch the Seahawks back at practice on Friday, July 25 at 1 pm PT at Virginia Mason Athletic Center.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...s-quotes-day-2-seattle-seahawks-training-camp
 
Kenny McIntosh carried off field after suffering leg injury during training camp

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After finally breaking into the Seahawks running back rotation late in his second season, a training camp injury required McIntosh be carried off the field at the VMAC on Saturday

One of the fringe roster players around whom there has been absolutely no shortage of debate during his time with the Seattle Seahawks is running back Kenny McIntosh.

The 2023 seventh round draft pick has earned a roster spot and playing time under each of the last two offensive coaching staffs, and entered his third training camp with the team looking to build on the momentum established late in the 2024 season.

Unfortunately, according to multiple reports from those in attendance at Seahawks training camp, it appears McIntosh may have suffered a significant injury Saturday afternoon.


Kenny McIntosh went down hard on a punt return drill. Looks bad#Seahawks

— Curtis Allen (@curtis93969) July 26, 2025

#Seahawks RB Kenny McIntosh is down at training camp with a left leg injury after colliding with a player during a kick return drill.

Unable to walk off the field on his own. I hope it’s nothing serious.

— GT (@mrtraumagotchi) July 26, 2025

And then came the reports from the beat reporters who cover the team.


Seahawks RB Kenny McIntosh just went down during a special teams period. He had to be helped (essentially carried) off the field with a team staffer on either side of him. Couldn’t put any weight at all on his left leg.

— Brady Henderson (@BradyHenderson) July 26, 2025

Seahawks running back Kenny McIntosh was just carried off the field with an apparent left leg injury suffered during a special teams drill. No other details at the moment.

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) July 26, 2025

Running back Kenny McIntosh carried off the field after going down during special-teams open-field chase drill at #Seahawks training camp. Can’t put weight on his left leg.

Obvious concern from coach Mike Macdonald, fellow running backs Zach Charbonnet and Kenneth Walker. pic.twitter.com/utYdhGlSuy

— Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) July 26, 2025

Obviously, the fact that McIntosh was unable to put any weight on his left leg is not a good sign, but as more information becomes available on the severity of the injury, Field Gulls will work to keep readers up to date.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...red-during-training-camp-rb-punt-return-drill
 
Let’s Chat: How much of Seahawks preseason do you watch?

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Let’s be real, preseason can be a little bit difficult to get through.

We’re less than two weeks away from the first Seattle Seahawks preseason game, a home date against the Las Vegas Raiders. Anybody know who their new head coach is? What about their new starting quarterback?

In today’s NFL, preseason games are fewer than they used to be and starters scarcely play. It wasn’t too long ago when the first and last preseason games were just a procession of backups and rookies, while the second and third games were viewed as dress rehearsals with significant playing time for some starters. A Quarterback playing into at least the first possession of the third quarter of the third preseason game wasn’t an uncommon thing.

For today’s discussion, we want to know how much of Seahawks preseason you typically watch. I specify Seahawks preseason because you’ve got to be the most hardcore football fan possible to watch full-length preseason games of other teams.

I have no choice but to disqualify myself from this since I have no choice but to watch every Seahawks preseason game from start to finish. There might have been one game I half-watched because I had to simultaneously cover that game and a Manny Pacquiao fight at the same time, but that’s about it. If I wasn’t doing this job, I’d probably handle about a half’s worth of viewing and determine by the third quarter whether or not it’s worth sticking around for the remainder of the game.

Due to injury concerns (and money, of course) it seems like the NFL is the only major league in which the top stars play so infrequently in exhibitions, to the point where joint scrimmages might be making a comeback for a reason as an alternative to risking anything catastrophic in preseason. I wonder what the future of preseason will look like by the time the next CBA rolls around (or even sooner, with the anticipation of an 18-game regular season).

Tell us your preseason viewing habits in the comments!

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Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...ch-of-seattle-seahawks-preseason-do-you-watch
 
NFL scheme expert deeply breaks down Klint Kubiak’s Seahawks offense

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Seahawks fans, gear up for an electrifying HawksZone Rundown hosted by Bryce Coutts, featuring football analyst Bobby Peters diving deep into Klint Kubiak’s offensive scheme for the 2025 Seattle Seahawks.

Want to learn more about Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak’s offense? This is the article and video for you.

This latest HawksZone Rundown podcast episode is a must-watch, delivering expert insights on how Kubiak’s system will transform Seattle’s attack with new stars Sam Darnold, Cooper Kupp, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba (JSN). Special guest Bobby Peters is an NFL analyst, football coach, and published author who does extensive breakdowns of schemes and gameplans. You can check out his work at Alert The Post.

The show begins by unpacking Kubiak’s Shanahan-style philosophy, blending zone running, play-action, and pre-snap motion for a balanced, efficient offense. Fans will learn how this approach sets the 2025 Seahawks apart from past schemes.

Bang Route​


Bang Route

“The bread-and-butter early install Kyle Shanahan play-action route is what I call a bang route,” Peters said. “In some of their their terminology, it could be called drift. I’ve seen it called strike in some of theirs.

“And what it is, it’s basically a mini dig. It’s a seven-step dig from one of the receivers, usually in like a cut split. And they do a really good job of formationing it.

“This is a good example in 11 personnel. We’re going to return to orbit motion the slot receiver. We’re going to pull a guard going the other way and we’re trying to hit the X receiver, the receiver to the field on the bang route. Now, if that’s covered up, we’ve got a nice little curl flat combination to the boundary with our running back checking over the ball as well. So, we we’ve got we built like a full progression off of this for the quarterback. We’re trying to hit that quick in-breaker over the middle.

“You know, if you’ve watched the 49ers over the years, you know, Jimmy Garoppolo basically, a huge percentage of his production would be on on these plays on early downs, right? And if that receiver’s covered via double team or via safety robbing it, you know, there’s some sort of checkdown or that backside swirl route the quarterback can get to in this version.”

The discussion then explores roster fit, detailing how Kubiak maximizes Darnold’s rhythm-based passing, capitalizes on Kupp’s route-running precision, and unleashes JSN’s slot versatility alongside Kupp and running backs Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet. The episode’s highlight is a dynamic play-breakdown segment, where Peters uses diagrams to dissect Kubiak’s designs.

From a powerful outside zone run to a play-action pass creating explosive opportunities for Kupp and JSN, these breakdowns make the X’s and O’s accessible and thrilling. Peters also reveals a red-zone play that could boost Seattle’s scoring efficiency, addressing past challenges.

Lookie Route​


Lookie Route

“The lookie route is that receiver, the X receiver there to the wide side of the field,” Peters explained. “So in [the 49ers] offense, the lookie route is basically like a four-yard option route. The receiver is either going to break out at four yards, run a slant, or he’s going to sit down if they’re avoiding the defense or they’re kind of bracketing him and trying to squeeze him.

“That gives Cooper Kupp a three-way go and if he gets a one-on-one, that ball should be going to Cooper Kupp. Now, in this diagram, we see the defense squeezing that route. And this is actually why I wanted to share this one, too, because this is a creative red zone variation out of 12 personnel where on the backside, we’re taking advantage of it with what’s called a stick nod route from the wide receiver there as the second read in the quarterback’s progression with the running back as the checkdown coming underneath on an angle route.

“So what we’re creating on the backside here is, okay, they squeeze that lookie route. Well, now we’re creating a high-low on that will linebacker and the stick route, the stick nod route wins on that free safety. You see that free safety in the diagram. I show him biting down on the stick route there. So, he’s going to win over the top. And I believe this was a red zone touchdown; I can’t remember what week it was for San Francisco last year, but this is a neat variation of a base concept that they’ve had success with over the years.

“And with the addition of Cooper Kupp, I think this stuff like this just makes a lot of sense to me.”

To close, Peters shares why he believes this offense could rank among the NFL’s top 15, with offseason acquisitions like Darnold and Kupp poised to succeed in Kubiak’s scheme.

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Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...ks-down-klint-kubiak-seattle-seahawks-offense
 
Seahawks 53-man roster projection entering Week 2 of training camp

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A lot of tough decisions coming soon for the Seahawks.

The Seattle Seahawks hit the practice field on Monday for Week 2 of training camp. Pads will be worn for the first time this offseason and the intensity will undoubtedly be upped as the team nears its preseason opener on Aug. 7.

Based on on-site training camp reports, an unfortunately major injury, and my gut feelings, I think it’s time for another Seahawks 53-man roster projection. As always, whatever the Week 1 regular season roster is has zero chance of being the roster you’ll see throughout the year.


Offense (27)


Quarterback (3): Sam Darnold, Drew Lock, Jalen Milroe (R)

Cut: N/A

Notes: I’m not changing a damn thing here unless Seattle signs a fourth QB to take up preseason snaps, in which case that fourth QB would go to the cut list.

Running Back (3): Kenneth Walker III, Zach Charbonnet, Damien Martinez (R)

Cut: DK Kaufman, Jacardia Wright, George Holani

Place on IR: Kenny McIntosh


Notes: Unfortunately, Kenny McIntosh’s suspected ACL tear just changed the equation a bit. Martinez has apparently had some issues as a pass-catcher in training camp and he doesn’t do anything on special teams, two things in McIntosh’s favor. I think the top three at this position is all but set unless Holani does something amazing in preseason. Holani similarly contributes on special teams so he has a chance to still make it as a fourth back.

Fullback (1): Robbie Ouzts (R)

Cut: N/A

Notes: It’s pretty clear that Brady Russell is back in the tight end role, so I declare this competition over. Ouzts has got the job, but Russell doesn’t necessarily lose his.

Wide Receiver (6): Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Jake Bobo, Tory Horton (R), Steven Sims

Cut: Ricky White (R), Dareke Young, Cody White, Montorie Foster, Tyrone Broden, John Rhys Plumlee

Notes: I’m leaving White off the team as a practice squad candidate, as much as I’m a fan of his special teams value. This is also really five receivers with Steven Sims slotting in as a return specialist. In fact, I see Horton and Sims are your likely main returners, especially with McIntosh seemingly done for the year. Jake Bobo received much praise from Mike Macdonald on Friday as someone who is integral to their offense as a blocker, and I think run blocking by the receivers will be heavily valued in this offense.

Tight End (3): Elijah Arroyo (R), A.J. Barner, Eric Saubert

Cut: Marshall Lang, Nick Kallerup, Brady Russell

Notes: If Russell gets cut then should be a practice squad stash like he was last year. As much as I love his personality, we don’t need to pretend there’s some unbelievable importance in having a TE4. Noah Fant getting let go made this a lot easier to project.

Offensive Line (11): Charles Cross, Abe Lucas, Josh Jones, Christian Haynes, Anthony Bradford, Sataoa Laumea, Olu Oluwatimi, Jalen Sundell, Michael Jerrell, Grey Zabel (R), Bryce Cabeldue (R)

Cut: Federico Maranges, Amari Kight, Luke Felix-Fualalo, Mason Richman

Notes: I think Bradford could be traded around roster cutdown day if he does not make the team It should be noted that Bradford has never actually lost the starting job based on performance. I do question whether he’s a schematic fit for John Benton, and you might notice that Jalen Sundell has entered the right guard competition, but for now I think he makes the team. Jones serves as a backup guard and swing tackle, Jerrell avoids getting claimed off waivers, and Richman is the odd man out among the drafted rookie OL.

Defense (23)


Defensive Line (7): Byron Murphy II, Leonard Williams, Jarran Reed, Johnathan Hankins, DeMarcus Lawrence, Mike Morris, Brandon Pili

Cut: Quinton Bohanna, J.R. Singleton, Bubba Thomas, Anthony Campbell

NFI list: Rylie Mills (R)


Notes: Mills isn’t coming back soon so he’ll remain on the NFI list and miss at least the first four games of the regular season. This is a position where I can see the Seahawks sifting through the waiver wire and free agency after cutdown day is over. The only player I’m unsure about is Mike Morris but Mills’ injury I think has worked out in his favor... for now. Brandon Pili is the extra big body as a natural nose tackle, but he’d also be one of the top candidates for being waived once the Seahawks get their injured players back.

Outside Linebacker (3): Boye Mafe, Derick Hall, Jared Ivey (UDFA, R)

Cut: Seth Coleman, Jalan Gaines, Connor O’Toole, Tyreke Smith

PUP list: Uchenna Nwosu


Notes: We’re sort of splitting hairs here with just three outside linebackers, because DeMarcus Lawrence can function as another edge rusher but he is listed as a defensive end. It doesn’t sound like Uchenna Nwosu is going to be ready to start the season. I know Jared Ivey bombed the combine something fierce but I think he plays better than his testing shows, so he’s my UDFA with a shot to make it through onto the 53 as a bigger edge rusher.

Inside Linebacker (4): Ernest Jones IV, Tyrice Knight, Drake Thomas, Josh Ross

Cut: Patrick O’Connell, Jamie Sheriff, D’Eryk Jackson

Notes: Josh Ross gets in over O’Connell due to his extensive special teams play last season and past ties to Mike Macdonald. I’m hoping D’Eryk Jackson is another UDFA gem who turns into a Seahawks roster player. Sheriff has apparently gotten looks at inside linebacker, which is mildly interesting. There’s really just not a lot of depth here but you already knew that.

Cornerback (5): Riq Woolen, Devon Witherspoon, Josh Jobe, Shaquill Griffin, Nehemiah Pritchett

Cut: Kam Alexander, Shemar Jean-Charles, Tyler Hall, Isas Waxter, Damarion Williams

Notes: Shaq’s position is a little shaky given he essentially didn’t practice the first week of camp and is away for personal reasons right now. Isas Waxter has made some early noise but I still think the Seahawks didn’t spend all offseason looking for a veteran corner just to have none on the roster. At the moment, Waxter seems to be the most impressive of the “other” corners looking to make the team.

Safety (4): Julian Love, Coby Bryant, D’Anthony Bell, Nick Emmanwori (R)

Cut: Jerrick Reed II, A.J. Finley, Ty Okada

Notes: The only “cut” player I’m unsure of is Okada, if only for special teams reasons, but absent an unbelievable preseason I sense he’ll just get stashed on the practice squad. Two years worth of significant injuries for Jerrick Reed is unfavorable for him and I’m not sure where he fits for playing time over the top three. D’Anthony Bell can be a big nickel/auxiliary linebacker option and he should be a major special teams contributor.

Special Teams (3)


Kicker (1): Jason Myers

Punter (1): Michael Dickson

Long Snapper (1): Chris Stoll

Notes: There is nothing to discuss here.



This projection will change regularly as the weeks pass by and more information is gained! Ideally, the injuries are kept to a minimum and no other camp battles are impacted as a result.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/2025/7/2...r-projection-entering-week-2-of-training-camp
 
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