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Kirk Cousins explains what makes Mike Macdonald’s defense championship caliber

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - FEBRUARY 11: Head coach Mike McDonald of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates with fans during the Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl LX victory celebration and parade at Lumen Field on February 11, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Seattle Seahawks are enjoying the second week as World Champions, having dispatched the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX as they laid claim to the second Lombardi Trophy in franchise history.

So, as Mike Macdonald and the rest of the team work to build out the front office and prepare to assemble the 2026 version of the Seahawks that will defend the title of Super Bowl champion it brings about the first time Mike Macdonald will be in charge of an NFL defense for a third straight season.

Having taken over as head coach in Seattle ahead of the 2024 season, the Hawks finished 11th in the league in points allowed in his first year before jumping up the rankings to lay claim to the number one scoring defense in the NFL in his second season.

Not dissimilarly, in his first year leading the defense of the Baltimore Ravens in 2022, Macdonald’s group finished third in the league in points allowed per game before improving to the top overall spot in 2023.

Which means that in every single season in which Macdonald has been responsible for a defense and the majority of the players in the system have been in the system for more than a season, that defensive unit has finished as the top performing group in the NFL. Of course, a sample size of two is not large, but the reality is that even with such a small sample the ability to turn two defenses around in a span of two seasons with new players and new coaches is a remarkable feat and demonstrates the strength of Macdonald’s defense.

And that strength is something that Kirk Cousins found surprising when the Atlanta Falcons faced the Seahawks during the 2025 season, as he recently explained in an appearance on the Friends From Work podcast.

NFL defenses have gotten more complex. @KirkCousins8 breaks down what makes facing teams like #seattle so difficult. @KyleSchonewill @granthpaulsen #seahawks #podcast #nfl #football pic.twitter.com/ErhSEUtijy

— Friends From Work (@TheFFWPodcast) February 20, 2026

For those who don’t want to watch the clip, or for whom the clip will not play for whatever reason, Cousins explains that one of the things that makes Macdonald’s defense unique is the timing of the post-snap coverage changes. Cousins explains that many defenses will show a two-high shell pre-snap, and then rotate into a single high safety alignment immediately post-snap, requiring the quarterback and other offensive players to adjust to the coverage change.

However, the big wrinkle that Macdonald adds is that the Seattle defense will similarly rotate from a two-high shell into a single high safety after the snap, but with a twist. Specifically, Cousins explains that instead of the safeties rotating immediately after the snap, they stay in place initially, rotating to a single high alignment after a second. This means that the coverage changes mid-play as the quarterback is processing through his progressions, and that when making the first and second reads the coverage and prescribed reaction for the quarterback is different than when he has progressed to his third read, because over the course of completing the reads the coverage the secondary is presenting has changed completely.

This is obviously just one part of the defensive genius that make Macdonald’s defense so difficult on opposing quarterbacks, but it is fascinating to see a 14- year veteran with 167 career regular season starts at quarterback explain that Macdonald’s system forced him to rethink how he thinks about playing quarterback.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...cdonald-seahawks-defense-championship-caliber

 

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Rams to propose ‘The Zachwards Pass’ rule change from Seahawks Week 16 game

Dec 18, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams in the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images | Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

It’s been an interesting year for Sean McVay. Sometimes accepting reality can be difficult, but McVay has taken “refuse to lose” somewhat literally.

He’s had a seemingly impossible time accepting the Seattle Seahawks victories in the playoffs and Week 16, calling the Seahawks lucky after the NFC Championship Game.

Sean McVay called it a “fortuitous bust” in coverage to have two guys peel on Kyren Williams in the flat on the final play on the Rams penultimate drive. pic.twitter.com/S22iocgtqm

— Henry McKenna (@henrycmckenna) January 26, 2026

I asked Demarcus Lawrence about the 4th an 4 stop against the Rams in the NFC Championship

Sean McVay called it lucky
But it was intentional

He explains why pic.twitter.com/YfW8fKNO2N

— Joel Moran (@joelvmoran) February 3, 2026

Now, the Los Angeles Rams are reportedly going to propose a rule to change the two-point conversion, the advanced lateral (post-incorrect whistle) known as The Zachwards Pass. Zach Charbonnet picked up what was initially ruled an incomplete forward pass while in the end zone, but upon video review it was ruled that Sam Darnold threw a backwards pass and that Charbonnet’s recovery was a good, game-tying conversion. Seattle tied the game at 30-30, fell behind in overtime, but still won on an Eric Saubert two-point try.

The Rams reportedly will propose a rule change regarding the wacky two-point play by the Seahawks that arguably altered the course of the season. https://t.co/GbgT6fDrwA

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) February 21, 2026

The actual content of the proposed change is not yet known. Suspicion would be that it suggests a change to either the way the review was conducted, or about when and how a backwards pass can be advanced.

Watch it again here, and while you do, imagine McVay losing his ever-loving mind.

"Is this the craziest 2-point conversion EVER?"

The @Seahawks tie it up in a WILD way

LARvsSEA on Prime Video
Also streaming on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/KwNtEIWVQ7

— NFL (@NFL) December 19, 2025

Traditional rules do not allow a fumble to be advanced by anyone but the fumbling player in the final two minutes of the half, or on 4th down. Unironically, a two-point conversion does feel somewhat close to either of those scenarios, although it should be noted that backwards passes are technically not fumbles even though they’re recorded as such in the game book. It will potentially be the most interesting rule proposal taking place this offseason.

Not that Seattle was going to put it in their playbook on purpose, but this will be worth monitoring all the same.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...conversation-seahawks-vs-rams-zach-charbonnet

 

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Seahawks News 2/22: Where will the Seahawks offense go from here?

LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 02: Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Donald (14) and the offense huddle during the Seattle Seahawks game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on November 02, 2025, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

In Today’s Links: free agency, in all its nuance, how the Seattle Seahawks D became historic, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and his contract expectations, draft talk, and a bit more. It’s a lean Sunday. Hope yall are well. Thanks for being here. Go, ‘Hawks!

Seahawks News

Seahawks exclusive rights free agents – Seaside Joe
Ty Okada and George Holani are easy decisions

Bump: 4 reasons the Seahawks are Super Bowl champions – Seattle Sports
Two weeks ago, the Seattle Seahawks completed their rise to the NFL mountaintop by capturing their franchise’s second Super Bowl title.

Seattle Seahawks 2025 Defense Is ‘Stamped In History’ – Seahawks.com
The Seahawks defense who had a historic season, capped it all off with a Super Bowl win fueled by having no egos, sticking to the mission and exceeding expectations.

Seahawks’ Jaxon Smith-Njigba: ‘I deserve to be the highest paid’ WR in NFL – The Seattle Times
The Seahawks may now know what the starting baseline for any extension negotiation is with star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

Video: Looking at the 2026 draft class ahead of the NFL combine – Seahawks Draft Blog
A look at the 2026 NFL draft class before the combine

Why Seahawks ‘Dark Side’ Defense Was Upset After Super Bowl Win – si.com
The Seattle Seahawks won the Super Bowl, but they weren’t satisfied after the victory.

The SEAHAWKS Are Defining Their Offensive VISION: Examining The PROCESS That Led To Their New OC – Seahawks Forever w/ Dan Viens
I’m going back through comments from Mike Macdonald, John Schneider, and Brian Fleury about the OC hire — the process, what they prioritized, and the clues they gave us about how the Seahawks offense may look different in 2026. I’ll hit the handful of things that stood out most to me, then we’ll open it up to viewer Q&A on anything: free agency, the draft, roster-building, scheme fits, all of it.

NFC West News

Nick Rallis returns; defensive offseason needs for Arizona Cardinals – Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals are bringing back Nick Rallis as defensive coordinator.

49ers offensive lineman had worst pressure rate at position in 2025 – Niners Nation
1 49ers offensive lineman struggled in pass protection this season.

How Rams can exploit a new NFL market inefficiency – Turf Show Times
Can Rams and Les Snead find their next edge in roster building?

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...-where-will-the-seahawks-offense-go-from-here

 

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Expect the Seahawks’ ‘Barnyard’ to stick around as NFL push to ban ‘tush push’ cools

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 17: AJ Barner #88 of the Seattle Seahawks stands in a huddle with his teammates during the second quarter of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field on January 17, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Seattle Seahawks fans can rejoice in knowing that ‘The Barnyard’ is likely to remain in the fold going forward.

According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss and Kevin Seifert, there are currently no known plans to ban the tush push for the 2026 season. Rich McKay, co-chairman for the NFL’s competition committee, says that conversations to eliminate one of the most effective short-yardage plays have quieted down for the time being, a marked pivot from the frequent talks to get rid of the tush push a year ago.

“There’s no team proposal that I’ve seen from it,” McKay said following a day of meetings at the NFL combine (via ESPN). “So, I wouldn’t envision it. But you never know.”

Last February, the Green Bay Packers led an effort to ban the play entirely, likely spurred by their wild-card playoff exit against the eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. However, the Packers were unable to garner the necessary support from the other owners to succeed in banning the tush push, getting only 16 of the required 24 league owners to vote in their favor. When this proposal was re-introduced in May, it fell two votes shy of meeting the two-thirds threshold. The Seahawks were among the teams who voted in favor of a ban.

Needless to say, many teams have taken advantage of the tush push since the efforts to ban the play have failed. ESPN reports that a total of 112 tush pushes were attempted during the 2025 season, up from 101 in 2024. The Eagles (27 attempts) and the Buffalo Bills (17) utilized the play more than anyone else, although other teams have executed modified versions of the play with tight ends in place of quarterbacks. Philadelphia’s success rate with this play decreased this past season.

The Seahawks notably used tight end AJ Barner in the aptly-named “Barnyard” play, with Barner scoring a touchdown in one such use of the play against the Washington Commanders back in Week 9. Following the NFC Championship Game, ESPN’s Brady Henderson pointed out that the play had been quite successful for Seattle in its run to Super Bowl 60, as the team converted on 10 of 11 tush push attempts between the regular season and the playoffs.

TE AJ Barner extends the Seahawks lead, 38-7!

SEAvsWAS on NBC
Stream on @NFLPlus + Peacock pic.twitter.com/W0s9hrmMJD

— NFL (@NFL) November 3, 2025

Other proposed rule changes may come to light as the offseason progresses, but nothing of substance has been brought to McKay’s attention yet. That being said, McKay noted that the committee recently had some discussions regarding playoff seeding and the league’s catch rule, so this may not be the end for this current round of rule changes.

Field Gulls will keep readers in the loop for any other proposed rule changes as they are made known to the public.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...ikely-sticking-around-2026-nfl-tush-push-rule

 

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Seahawks offseason plans include new deals for Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Devon Witherspoon

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 8: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates after the NFL Super Bowl LX football game against the New England Patriots at Levi Stadium on February 8, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) | Getty Images

When the Seattle Seahawks drafted Devon Witherspoon and Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, it marked the first time since 2010 that Seattle had made multiple first-round selections. So far, so good, and the Seahawks have themselves a pair of All-Pro talents and the reigning Offensive Player of the Year.

As the Super Bowl champions prepare for another busy offseason, there will be watchful eyes on the contract situations of both JSN and ‘Spoon. They are entering the final years of their respective rookie deals (pending any fifth-year option decisions), and they’re surely going to be commanding top dollar for their stellar performances. JSN was recently interviewed by Dallas’ WFAA radio about a new contract, and indicated he wants to be the NFL’s highest paid receiver.

“I’m really not too pressed right now to get it done,” Smith-Njigba said (via ESPN). “I know my time is coming, and when we get it done, it’s going to be a great deal. God’s timing is perfect timing, so whenever that may come, we’ll be ready for it. I believe I deserve to be the highest paid in my position. Just what I give to the game and the community, I give it my all, and I think that’s worth a lot more.”

Cincinnati Bengals star Ja’Marr Chase is the current highest paid WR at a little over $40 million/year, while everyone else is at least $5 million below that.

We can discuss the money another day, but ESPN’s Brady Henderson had this nugget in the same JSN article:

The Seahawks plan to work out new deals this offseason for Smith-Njigba and Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon, who were both first-round picks in 2023. Seattle can exercise a fifth-year option on both contracts by May 1.

The Seahawks had previously never exercised a fifth-year option on their first-rounders under John Schneider, but Charles Cross not only broke that streak last offseason, he received a new contract before the end of this past regular season. Seattle typically does not agree to contract extensions with players who have two years left on their deals, so perhaps Cross is the start of a new process instead of an exception.

Hey, the Seahawks have a healthy amount of salary cap space, and unless you’re of the opinion that the Seahawks are going to forever have seamlessly successful draft picks, this is the price that comes with drafting elite players who will soon command top dollar.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...evon-witherspoon-contract-extensions-nfl-news

 

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NFL 2026 Scouting Combine: Schedule, key dates, start times, invitees, Seahawks info

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 28: Nick Emmanwori #DB40 of South Carolina participates in a drill during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images

It’s that time of year! The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine takes place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Also known as the ‘Underwear Olympics,‘ the combine is like the ultimate job market for the top prospects from not just college football, but the rising number of international players. As always, draft stock will be reaffirmed, rise, or fall based on what happens over the next several days between drills, interviews, medical reports, and anything else that comes up in Indy. I hope you felt good about your first mock draft, because it’s about to be less accurate after the combine ends.

The Seattle Seahawks only have four draft picks at the moment, coupled with the fact that they’re at the bottom of the order due to winning the Super Bowl. Nevertheless, an example of the Seahawks keying in on a combine standout is Nick Emmanwori, who was phenomenal in his drills and was drafted in the second round. I’d say Emmanwori has paid immediate dividends for the Seahawks’ top-ranked defense.

The combine runs from Monday, Feb. 22 through Sunday, March 2. Here are some other key dates and facts you must know:

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Full NFL Scouting Combine Schedule​

On-Field Drill Dates (all airing on NFL Network, streamed on NFL+)​

• Thursday, Feb. 26 (Noon-5 p.m. PT): Defensive linemen, linebackers
• Friday, Feb. 27 (Noon-5 p.m. PT): Defensive backs, tight ends
• Saturday, Feb. 28 (10 a.m.-5 p.m. PT): Quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs
• Sunday, March 1 (10 a.m.-2 p.m. PT): Offensive linemen

Seattle Seahawks media availability​

General manager John Schneider: Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 11 am PT

Head coach Mike Macdonald: Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 10 am PT

Notable NFL Combine Drills​

• 40-yard dash
• Bench press of 225 pounds
• Vertical jump
• Broad jump
• 20-yard shuttle
• Three-cone drill
• 60-yard shuttle

There will be positional specific drills but the seven listed are the highlights of the NFL Combine. If you want a live tracker of all of the Scouting Combine results, click here for up-to-the-minute information!

Full list of NFL Combine Invitees​

Well over 300 players received Combine invites, including Heisman Trophy winner and national champion Fernando Mendoza. However, as is increasingly common these days, Mendoza won’t participate in any drills, so the next time any scout wants to see him throw will be at a Pro Day. Here’s the full list of invitees, noting not everyone will be doing every/any drill.

Quarterbacks​

• Joey Aguilar, Tennessee
• Drew Allar, Penn State
• Luke Altmyer, Illinois
• Carson Beck, Miami
• Jalon Daniels, Kansas
• Joe Fagnano, UConn
• Taylen Green, Arkansas
• Haynes King, Georgia Tech
• Cade Klubnik, Clemson
• Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
• Behren Morton, Texas Tech
• Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
• Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt
• Cole Payton, North Dakota State
• Sawyer Robertson, Baylor
• Ty Simpson, Alabama

Running Backs​

• Kaytron Allen, Penn State
• Max Bredeson, Michigan
• Demond Claiborne, Wake Forest
• Jonah Coleman, Washington
• CJ Donaldson, Ohio State
• Rahsul Faison, South Carolina
• Eli Heidenreich, Navy
• Roman Hemby, Indiana
• Robert Henry Jr., UTSA
• Emmett Johnson, Nebraska
• Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame
• Seth McGowan, Kentucky
• Jam Miller, Alabama
• Le’Veon Moss, Texas A&M
• Jadarian Price, Notre Dame
• Adam Randall, Clemson
• Desmond Reid, Pittsburgh
• Nicholas Singleton, Penn State
• J’Mari Taylor, Virginia
• Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
• Noah Whittington, Oregon

Wide Receivers​

• Aaron Anderson, LSU
• Vinny Anthony II, Wisconsin
• Chris Bell, Louisville
• Dillon Bell, Georgia
• Skyler Bell, UConn
• Malik Benson, Oregon
• Germie Bernard, Alabama
• Denzel Boston, Washington
• Zachariah Branch, Georgia
• Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee
• Barion Brown, LSU
• Deion Burks, Oklahoma
• Jeff Caldwell, Cincinnati
• Josh Cameron, Baylor
• Kevin Coleman Jr., Missouri
• KC Concepcion, Texas A&M
• Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana
• CJ Daniels, Miami
• Caleb Douglas, Texas Tech
• Malachi Fields, Notre Dame
• Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Kansas
• Chris Hilton Jr., LSU
• Jordan Hudson, SMU
• Ted Hurst, Georgia State
• Caullin Lacy, Louisville
• Bryce Lance, North Dakota State
• Ja’Kobi Lane, USC
• Kendrick Law, Kentucky
• Makai Lemon, USC
• Eric McAlister, TCU
• Donaven McCulley, Michigan
• Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech
• Chase Roberts, BYU
• Elijah Sarratt, Indiana
• De’Zhaun Stribling, Mississippi
• J. Michael Sturdivant, Florida
• Carnell Tate, Ohio State
• Zavion Thomas, LSU
• Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State
• Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
• Reggie Virgil, Texas Tech
• Harrison Wallace III, Mississippi
• Jalen Walthall, Incarnate Word
• Kaden Wetjen, Iowa
• Antonio Williams, Clemson
• Colbie Young, Georgia

Tight Ends​

• Dallen Bentley, Utah
• Nate Boerkircher, Texas A&M
• Josh Cuevas, Alabama
• Oscar Delp, Georgia
• Khalil Dinkins, Penn State
• Jack Endries, Texas
• John Michael Gyllenborg, Wyoming
• Matthew Hibner, SMU
• Justin Joly, N.C. State
• Will Kacmarek, Ohio State
• Jaren Kanak, Oklahoma
• Miles Kitselman, Tennessee
• Max Klare, Ohio State
• Marlin Klein, Michigan
• Tanner Koziol, Houston
• RJ Maryland, SMU
• Lake McRee, USC
• Riley Nowakowski, Indiana
• Eli Raridon, Notre Dame
• DJ Rogers, TCU
• Sam Roush, Stanford
• Joe Royer, Cincinnati
• Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon
• Bauer Sharp, LSU
• Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt
• Michael Trigg, Baylor
• Dae’Quan Wright, Mississippi

Offensive Linemen​

• Chris Adams, Memphis
• Austin Barber, Florida
• Evan Beerntsen, Northwestern
• Markel Bell, Miami
• Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M
• Jude Bowry, Boston College
• Parker Brailsford, Alabama
• Joshua Braun, Kentucky
• Travis Burke, Memphis
• Jager Burton, Kentucky
• DJ Campbell, Texas
• Fernando Carmona, Arkansas
• Kage Casey, Boise State
• Pat Coogan, Indiana
• Anez Cooper, Miami
• Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M
• Enrique Cruz Jr., Kansas
• J.C. Davis, Illinois
• Garrett DiGiorgio, UCLA
• Gennings Dunker, Iowa
• Fa’alili Fa’amoe, Wake Forest
• Spencer Fano, Utah
• Jalen Farmer, Kentucky
• Monroe Freeling, Georgia
• Matt Gulbin, Michigan State
• Alex Harkey, Oregon
• Sam Hecht, Kansas State
• Alan Herron, Maryland
• Max Iheanachor, Arizona State
• Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State
• Logan Jones, Iowa
• Connor Lew, Auburn
• Caleb Lomu, Utah
• Francis Mauigoa, Miami
• Blake Miller, Clemson
• Micah Morris, Georgia
• Febechi Nwaiwu, Oklahoma
• Brian Parker II, Duke
• Diego Pounds, Mississippi
• Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
• Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
• Ar’maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M
• Jaeden Roberts, Alabama
• Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech
• Billy Schrauth, Notre Dame
• Drew Shelton, Penn State
• Jake Slaughter, Florida
• Beau Stephens, Iowa
• Logan Taylor, Boston College
• Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern
• Keagen Trost, Missouri
• Dillon Wade, Auburn
• Aamil Wagner, Notre Dame
• Carver Willis, Washington
• Jeremiah Wright, Auburn
• Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&M

Defensive Linemen (includes outside linebackers)​

• Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke
• David Bailey, Texas Tech
• Rueben Bain Jr., Miami
• Cameron Ball, Arkansas
• Caleb Banks, Florida
• Jaishawn Barham, Michigan
• Nick Barrett, South Carolina
• Rayshaun Benny, Michigan
• DeMonte Capehart, Clemson
• Brandon Cleveland, N.C. State
• Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati
• Keyron Crawford, Auburn
• Caden Curry, Ohio State
• Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State
• Zane Durant, Penn State
• Bryson Eason, Tennessee
• Deven Eastern, Minnesota
• Logan Fano, Utah
• Keldric Faulk, Auburn
• Skyler Gill-Howard, Texas Tech
• George Gumbs Jr., Florida
• David Gusta, Kentucky
• Gracen Halton, Oklahoma
• Zxavian Harris, Mississippi
• Romello Height, Texas Tech
• Cashius Howell, Texas A&M
• Aidan Hubbard, Northwestern
• Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
• Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College
• Gabe Jacas, Illinois
• Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State
• Bobby Jamison-Travis, Auburn
• Marvin Jones Jr., Oklahoma
• Joshua Josephs, Tennessee
• Tim Keenan III, Alabama
• Nyjalik Kelly, UCF
• Malachi Lawrence, UCF
• Max Llewellyn, Iowa
• Anthony Lucas, USC
• Jackie Marshall, Baylor
• Chris McClellan, Missouri
• Kayden McDonald, Ohio State
• Akheem Mesidor, Miami
• Christen Miller, Georgia
• Derrick Moore, Michigan
• Trey Moore, Texas
• Tyler Onyedim, Texas A&M
• Domonique Orange, Iowa State
• LT Overton, Alabama
• T.J. Parker, Clemson
• Patrick Payton, LSU
• Kaleb Proctor, Southeastern Louisiana
• Jack Pyburn, LSU
• Albert Regis, Texas A&M
• Mason Reiger, Wisconsin
• Tyreak Sapp, Florida
• Gary Smith III, UCLA
• R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
• Nadame Tucker, Western Michigan
• Damonic Williams, Oklahoma
• Wesley Williams, Duke
• Peter Woods, Clemson
• Zion Young, Missouri

Linebackers​

• CJ Allen, Georgia
• Lander Barton, Utah
• Wesley Bissainthe, Miami
• Bryce Boettcher, Oregon
• Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma
• Kaleb Elarms-Orr, TCU
• Keyshaun Elliott, Arizona State
• Aiden Fisher, Indiana
• Eric Gentry, USC
• Jake Golday, Cincinnati
• Owen Heinecke, Oklahoma
• Anthony Hill Jr., Texas
• Justin Jefferson, Alabama
• Jack Kelly, BYU
• Deontae Lawson, Alabama
• Kyle Louis, Pittsburgh
• Red Murdock, Buffalo
• Namdi Obiazor, TCU
• Harold Perkins Jr., LSU
• Arvell Reese, Ohio State
• Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech
• Jimmy Rolder, Michigan
• Karson Sharar, Iowa
• Xavian Sorey Jr., Arkansas
• Sonny Styles, Ohio State
• Josiah Trotter, Missouri
• Scooby Williams, Texas A&M
• Wade Woodaz, Clemson
• Taurean York, Texas A&M

Defensive Backs​

• Keith Abney II, Arizona State
• Marcus Allen, North Carolina
• Jadon Canady, Oregon
• Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
• Bud Clark, TCU
• Tacario Davis, Washington
• Mansoor Delane, LSU
• Charles Demmings, Stephen F. Austin
• Thaddeus Dixon, North Carolina
• Caleb Downs, Ohio State
• Daylen Everette, Georgia
• Bishop Fitzgerald, USC
• Andre Fuller, Toledo
• Jaylon Guilbeau, Texas
• TJ Hall, Iowa
• Ahmari Harvey, Georgia Tech
• A.J. Haulcy, LSU
• Colton Hood, Tennessee
• Jalen Huskey, Maryland
• Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State
• Domani Jackson, Alabama
• Chris Johnson, San Diego State
• Dalton Johnson, Arizona
• Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina
• Will Lee III, Texas A&M
• Hezekiah Masses, Cal
• Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
• Latrell McCutchin Sr., Houston
• Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo
• Devin Moore, Florida
• Louis Moore, Indiana
• Ahmaad Moses, SMU
• Malik Muhammad, Texas
• Julian Neal, Arkansas
• Xavier Nwankpa, Iowa
• VJ Payne, Kansas State
• D’Angelo Ponds, Indiana
• Toriano Pride Jr., Missouri
• Ephesians Prysock, Washington
• Kamari Ramsey, USC
• Chandler Rivers, Duke
• Keionte Scott, Miami
• DeShon Singleton, Nebraska
• Avery Smith, Toledo
• Genesis Smith, Arizona
• Robert Spears-Jennings, Oklahoma
• Treydan Stukes, Arizona
• Lorenzo Styles Jr., Ohio State
• Michael Taaffe, Texas
• Avieon Terrell, Clemson
• Dillon Thieneman, Oregon
• Jakobe Thomas, Miami
• Zakee Wheatley, Penn State
• Collin Wright, Stanford

Special Teams​

• Tommy Doman Jr., P, Florida
• Ryan Eckley, P, Michigan State
• Trey Smack, K, Florida
• Drew Stevens, K, Iowa
• Jack Stonehouse, P, Syracuse
• Brett Thorson, P, Georgia
• Dominic Zvada, K, Michigan

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The plan is to have open threads on Thursday-Sunday for the combine drills, as well as any major quotes from Schneider on Tuesday and Macdonald on Wednesday!

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NFL cites two no-calls on Seahawks for potential major replay rule change

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 03: Derick Hall #58 of the Seattle Seahawks reacts after being called for a penalty during the third quarter of a game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field on November 03, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Rio Giancarlo/Getty Images) | Getty Images

In an alternate reality, the Seattle Seahawks would have had to finish Super Bowl 60 without cornerback Josh Jobe.

New momentum from the NFL office has the league considering bringing more authority to replay review again. This time, it wouldn’t be to evaluate pass interference, but to create a penalty for a non-football penalty-worthy play that was not penalized.

In other words, when a team’s CB starts throwing punches at Stefon Diggs.

The NFL competition committee is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for specific penalties.

Story via @SeifertESPN and @MikeReiss:https://t.co/2v41U82UTE

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 24, 2026

Two examples were given for folks to consider. Like a “hey, check out this obvious play!”

Both involved Seahawks.

NFL executive vice president of football operations, Troy Vincent, cited both Jobe’s unflagged punch on the sideline against Diggs, and the late-season play that saw Derick Hall ultimately suspended for stepping on Kevin Dotson.

The rule change hasn’t even been set to vote and is already fraught with controversy. This conversation is the league doubling down on their perspective of the the intent of play, which clearly and unequivocally is not the perspective of the team nor Hall.

Derick Hall says he unintentionally stepped on Kevin Dotson. Kevin sees it differently and apparently would like some get-back, which could come as early as next week in the NFC title game. https://t.co/jubPl5uCkb

— Dugar, Michael-Shawn (@MikeDugar) January 15, 2026

Not only did the league issue a delayed suspension, but they’re now suggesting that a replay official could have phoned in and recommended a 15-yard penalty for unsportsmanlike intent that is still debated. Whereas a forceful hit to the head area via Jobe is not up for debate, what happens at the line of scrimmage at the conclusion of a play is.

But I am sure this will go over well.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...s-two-no-calls-seahawks-potential-rule-change

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

‘Very real question’ whether Seahawks DeMarcus Lawrence will retire

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 8: Jarran Reed #90 of the Seattle Seahawks and DeMarcus Lawrence #0 get pumped up prior to the NFL Super Bowl LX football game against the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

In the second year of the Mike Macdonald era, the Seattle Seahawks set out to reclaim control of the NFC West in 2025, and did so in a remarkable way.

The Seahawks not only won the division for just the second time since Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan were hired in 2017, they went on to win the NFC and then hoist the Lombardi Trophy as the best team in the NFL and lay claim to the title of World Champions.

Bringing home the Super Bowl title was certainly a goal for the team as a whole, but for former Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman DeMarcus Lawrence in particular, as after signing with Seattle he famously declared about Dallas that, “I know for sure I’m not going to win a Super Bowl there.”

With that in mind, Lawrence will soon be the proud owner of a Super Bowl ring after Seattle thumped the Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX, but whether Lawrence will be back to try and help the Seahawks win another title is reportedly a question that will need to be answered this offseason, according to NFL insider Brady Henderson of ESPN.

ESPN's Brady Henderson told @michaelbumpus5 and @StacyRost that there's "a very real question" over whether #Seahawks edge rusher DeMarcus Lawrence could retire this offseason.@BrockHuard then gave his reaction to that possibility.https://t.co/R23I3OiFmD

— Seattle Sports (@SeattleSports) February 24, 2026

Lawrence is set to make $9M this season between base salary and per game roster bonuses, with a total cap hit of $11.783M. For those curious, should he retire, Lawrence would forfeit that $9M, including the $5M of fully guaranteed base salary, while the Seahawks would take on $4.76M of dead money. The first $2.63M of dead money would hit the 2026 cap, with the remaining $2.13M hitting in either 2026 or 2027, depending on how and when the team processes his retirement.

However, here’s to hoping the questions of when and how the team handles his retirement don’t need to be addressed this offseason, as those seem like things that might be better handled a year from now after Lawrence has been fitted for a second Super Bowl ring.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...emarcus-lawrence-will-retire-seattle-seahawks

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

Seahawks address cornerback room in Mel Kiper’s pre-combine NFL mock draft

CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 18: Avieon Terrell #8 of the Clemson Tigers runs in coverage against the Southern Methodist Mustangs at Memorial Stadium on October 18, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images) | Getty Images

If you’re ready for mock draft season, then this is the right time to familiarize yourself with top NFL prospects. The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl champions and only have four draft picks, so there probably won’t be as much intrigue around their draft outside of how they can maximize limited draft capital.

Nevertheless, ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper has released his pre-combine mock, which obviously will be rendered obsolete by the end of the week. previous mock (prior to the Super Bowl) had the Seahawks taking South Carolina corner Brandon Cisse at No. 32. This time around he still has the Seahawks selecting a corner, but from the more prestigious football school in South Carolina.

Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson

Let’s close out Round 1 with a talented cornerback to replace free agents Riq Woolen and Josh Jobe, giving this Super Bowl champion defense yet another playmaker. The brother of A.J. Terrell Jr., Avieon Terrell can fly in coverage, and he had 27 pass breakups over three seasons. He could slide into the lineup opposite Devon Witherspoon, with Nick Emmanwori in the slot.

Ideally, the Seahawks don’t lose both Jobe and Woolen as seemingly inferred by Kiper. There would have to be free agent investment in addition to whatever they do in the draft.

Anyway, if you’re thinking it, then you’re correct. Avieon Terrell is the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell, who starred at Clemson and won a national championship with the Tigers back in 2018. While Avieon didn’t get to experience the team success that his brother did, he looks like he’ll be a similar level of draft prospect. Listed at 5’11 and 180 pounds, Avieon upgraded from All-ACC second-team in 2024 to first-team in 2025, and although he didn’t record an interception last season, he had three sacks, nine passes defensed, and a ridiculous five forced fumbles.

Seahawks Draft Blog’s Rob Staton’s rundown of players to know ahead of the NFL Draft included an analysis of Terrell, of which I’ve quoted a snippet below:

Terrell always seems to be in the hip-pocket in coverage. He has a very natural feel for the position, which isn’t a surprise given his NFL bloodlines. He’s very comfortable in zone, triggering to the throw while showing great closing speed. He just looks like he can seamlessly play at the next level.

He was used as a blitzer with some success (had three sacks in 2025). He reads play well, can work through traffic and he’s capable of planting a hit on an opponent even at his size.

He will come off his man to make instinctive plays in coverage successfully. He times his contact well when in close coverage to avoid being penalised (flagged only twice in 2025).

There’s plenty of evidence of him running routes for receivers. He can cover large areas of the field and you can see him taking one half of the field away in unsupported 1v1 coverage from a snap taken at the opposite hash.

Terrell is a very talented, competitive cornerback with natural ability. He should go in the top-40 in this class and round one is a distinct possibility.

A lot of the old “rules” regarding what the Seahawks used to do at certain positions under John Schneider should probably be disregarded at this point, even more so without Pete Carroll in the building. They didn’t draft corners in the first round until they did with Devon Witherspoon. Guards in the middle of the first round? Okay, maybe that one time with James Carpenter (who was a tackle moved to guard in Seattle) but otherwise not a thing until Grey Zabel happened. Just about all pathways are an option for the Super Bowl champions.

Here are some highlights from Terrell’s Clemson career:

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...er-mock-draft-avieon-terrell-seattle-seahawks

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

NFL Scouting Combine 2026, Day 1 drills open discussion: Defensive linemen, linebackers

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 25: Zion Young of the Missouri Tigers speaks to the media during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 25, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) | Getty Images

It’s time for the most entertaining part of the NFL Scouting Combine!

Indianapolis is gearing up for the first of four days of on-field drills for hundreds of college football prospects with dreams of playing in the NFL. The combine can be a stock riser or a dropper, plus there are medical “red flags” that may significantly impact teams’ drafting boards. This isn’t to mention how interviews can also affect draft boards.

The defensive linemen and linebackers (inside and outside) kick things off on Thursday. Of the top edge prospects, Rueben Bain Jr was a force at the University of Miami, but his short arms have obviously freaked many people out. How short are they? Officially just 30 7/8”, which makes you wonder how he’s able to scratch his own back, much less be excellent at football. Another name to watch is Zion Young from Missouri, who had a strong Senior Bowl and might just be an option for the Seattle Seahawks at No. 32 overall. Also along the defensive line is Texas Tech’s Lee Hunter, who was part of a dominant Red Raiders defense that also included edge rusher David Bailey. Off-ball linebacker features Ohio State’s Arvell Reese, although it seems as if he’ll just move to edge. Jacob Rodriguez is another Texas Tech standout, while C.J. Allen is a likely first round pick out of Georgia.

NFL Network and the NFL+ streaming service have live combine coverage. For those who don’t want to watch and just want to follow along with the results, have I got great news for you! The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine tracker is live and functioning!

On-Field Drill Dates (all airing on NFL Network, streamed on NFL+)​

• Thursday, Feb. 26 (Noon-5 p.m. PT): Defensive linemen, linebackers
• Friday, Feb. 27 (Noon-5 p.m. PT): Defensive backs, tight ends
• Saturday, Feb. 28 (10 a.m.-5 p.m. PT): Quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs
• Sunday, March 1 (10 a.m.-2 p.m. PT): Offensive linemen

Notable NFL Combine Drills​

• 40-yard dash
• Bench press of 225 pounds
• Vertical jump
• Broad jump
• 20-yard shuttle
• Three-cone drill
• 60-yard shuttle

Defensive Linemen, Outside Linebackers​

• Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke
• David Bailey, Texas Tech
• Rueben Bain Jr., Miami
• Cameron Ball, Arkansas
• Caleb Banks, Florida
• Jaishawn Barham, Michigan
• Nick Barrett, South Carolina
• Rayshaun Benny, Michigan
• DeMonte Capehart, Clemson
• Brandon Cleveland, N.C. State
• Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati
• Keyron Crawford, Auburn
• Caden Curry, Ohio State
• Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State
• Zane Durant, Penn State
• Bryson Eason, Tennessee
• Deven Eastern, Minnesota
• Logan Fano, Utah
• Keldric Faulk, Auburn
• Skyler Gill-Howard, Texas Tech
• George Gumbs Jr., Florida
• David Gusta, Kentucky
• Gracen Halton, Oklahoma
• Zxavian Harris, Mississippi
• Romello Height, Texas Tech
• Cashius Howell, Texas A&M
• Aidan Hubbard, Northwestern
• Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
• Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College
• Gabe Jacas, Illinois
• Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State
• Bobby Jamison-Travis, Auburn
• Marvin Jones Jr., Oklahoma
• Joshua Josephs, Tennessee
• Tim Keenan III, Alabama
• Nyjalik Kelly, UCF
• Malachi Lawrence, UCF
• Max Llewellyn, Iowa
• Anthony Lucas, USC
• Jackie Marshall, Baylor
• Chris McClellan, Missouri
• Kayden McDonald, Ohio State
• Akheem Mesidor, Miami
• Christen Miller, Georgia
• Derrick Moore, Michigan
• Trey Moore, Texas
• Tyler Onyedim, Texas A&M
• Domonique Orange, Iowa State
• LT Overton, Alabama
• T.J. Parker, Clemson
• Patrick Payton, LSU
• Kaleb Proctor, Southeastern Louisiana
• Jack Pyburn, LSU
• Albert Regis, Texas A&M
• Mason Reiger, Wisconsin
• Tyreak Sapp, Florida
• Gary Smith III, UCLA
• R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
• Nadame Tucker, Western Michigan
• Damonic Williams, Oklahoma
• Wesley Williams, Duke
• Peter Woods, Clemson
• Zion Young, Missouri

Inside Linebackers​

• CJ Allen, Georgia
• Lander Barton, Utah
• Wesley Bissainthe, Miami
• Bryce Boettcher, Oregon
• Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma
• Kaleb Elarms-Orr, TCU
• Keyshaun Elliott, Arizona State
• Aiden Fisher, Indiana
• Eric Gentry, USC
• Jake Golday, Cincinnati
• Owen Heinecke, Oklahoma
• Anthony Hill Jr., Texas
• Justin Jefferson, Alabama
• Jack Kelly, BYU
• Deontae Lawson, Alabama
• Kyle Louis, Pittsburgh
• Red Murdock, Buffalo
• Namdi Obiazor, TCU
• Harold Perkins Jr., LSU
• Arvell Reese, Ohio State
• Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech
• Jimmy Rolder, Michigan
• Karson Sharar, Iowa
• Xavian Sorey Jr., Arkansas
• Sonny Styles, Ohio State
• Josiah Trotter, Missouri
• Scooby Williams, Texas A&M
• Wade Woodaz, Clemson
• Taurean York, Texas A&M

(Note: Not everyone is participating in drills)

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...open-discussion-defensive-linemen-linebackers

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

Seahawks fall just short of acing NFLPA report card, with one surprising ‘F’

On the Seattle Seahawks’ run to winning the Super Bowl, positive vibes were not hard to find, a feeling that seems to have extended to their report card from the NFL Players Association.

The report card, generated from surveys filled out by players on each team and released by ESPN on Thursday, gave the Seahawks either an A or B grade in all but one category. While the Seahawks’ coaches, training staff and player amenities all ranked in the upper echelon of the league, Lumen Field’s playing surface was ranked near the bottom.

Seattle’s artificial turf was graded an F by players across the league, tied for the fifth-worst “home field” ranking in the league. ESPN reporter Kalyn Kahler wrote that the NFLPA’s report found players vastly preferred natural grass playing surfaces like the one at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

will be posting full NFLPA survey grades by each category shortly
here are the worst "home field" grades:
TEN: F-
TAM: F-
NYJ: F-
NYG: F-
SEA: F
CAR: F
BUF: F
CIN: D-
NE: D
Colts: D

— Kalyn Kahler (@kalynkahler) February 26, 2026

The “home field” ranking was new to the 2025 survey and has already reignited the debate surrounding playing surfaces in the NFL. The Seahawks are no strangers to the debate, with players Quandre Diggs and former Head Coach Pete Carroll urging the league to invest in more grass surfaces after a game at SoFi Stadium against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Outside of the field ranking, the Seahawks were one of the highest-regarded organizations overall, notably earning an A grade for Head Coach Mike Macdonald, General Manager John Schneider, and team ownership.

The only A+ the Sehawks received was for Defensive Coordinator Aden Durde. The grade puts Durde in elite company alongside only the former Chargers DC and current Ravens head coach Jesse Minter and Philadelphia Eagles DC Vic Fangio.

Here are the complete grades for the Seahawks:

Treatment of Families: B+ (2025 grade: A-)

Home Game Field: F (2025 grade: N/A)

Food/Dining Area: A- (2025 grade: B)

Nutritionist/Dietician: A (2025 grade: B)

Locker Room: B+ (2025 grade: B+)

Training Staff: A (2025 grade: B-)

Weight Room: A- (2025 grade: B)

Strength Coaches: A (2025 grade: A-)

Position Coaches: A- (2025 grade: N/A)

Offensive Coordinator: A (2025 grade: N/A)

Defensive Coordinator: A+ (2025 grade: N/A)

Special Teams Coordinator: A (2025 grade: N/A)

Team Travel: A- (2025 grade: A-)

Head Coach: A (2025 grade: A)

General Manager: A (2025 grade: N/A)

Team Ownership: A (2025 grade: C+)

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...report-card-2026-one-surprising-f-lumen-field

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

Seahawks’ Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Devon Witherspoon fifth-year option salaries revealed

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 25: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Seattle Seahawks completes a catch and scores a touchdown during an NFC Championship NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field on January 25, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The Seattle Seahawks have not one, but two outstanding first-round picks from their 2023 draft class with looming contract extension talks coming. Devon Witherspoon has been a dynamite cornerback in both Pete Carroll and Mike Macdonald’s defenses, while wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has consecutive 100-catch seasons to his name, along with an Offensive Player of the Year award.

This upcoming season will mark the end of the respective rookie deals for JSN and Witherspoon, unless Seattle exercises those fifth-year options exclusive to first-rounders. The NFL announced the values of those fifth-year options on Friday.

And here are the fifth-year option numbers for 2023 first-round picks. Any team exercising the option must notify the player in writing no later than May 1. https://t.co/snE6GhegjJ pic.twitter.com/iGcYDBbnbT

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 27, 2026

How much are JSN and Witherspoon’s fifth-year options?​

Smith-Njigba’s fifth-year option is valued at $23,852,000, while Witherspoon’s is $21,161,000. Witherspoon is at the highest possible tier as someone who’s made at least two Pro Bowls in his first three seasons. Technically, JSN is a two-time Pro Bowl player, but his 2024 selection was as an alternate, which does not count and thus he’s only directly made one Pro Bowl. That’s the difference between JSN’s fifth-year option being the current value versus $27,298,000.

What happens if either of JSN or Witherspoon plays on their fifth-year option?​

Fifth-year option salaries are fully guaranteed, so they can be off the books via trade without any dead money taken on. New York Giants pass rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux is a notable player who’s on his fifth-year option without an extension.

In a hypothetical world where JSN and ‘Spoon are somehow on their options in 2027, then that’s over $45 million in salary cap money tied to two players without contract extensions.

When is the fifth-year option deadline?​

Teams have until May 1 to either exercise or decline fifth-year options. The Seahawks utilized Charles Cross’ option last year and got a deal done with their left tackle in ample time.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...jaxon-smith-njigba-devon-witherspoon-revealed

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

Seattle Seahawks fan discussion: Where in the world are our Field Gulls readers?

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - FEBRUARY 8: Seattle Seahawks fans celebrate near Lumen Field after their team won Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13. (Photo by David Ryder/Getty Images) | Getty Images

It’s that time of year again, Seattle Seahawks fans!

Last week, we asked Field Gulls readers where they watched the Seahawks win Super Bowl 60. Every continent (including Antarctica!) was represented, which is absolutely amazing. Not everyone watched from where they live, which means the geography of this week’s census is going to be a little different.

Where in the world are our Field Gulls readers?​

This is always fun to do because longtime readers may have moved to another location since the previous census, and the success of this past Seahawks season has led to an influx of new commenters, which is always exciting!

As always, the rules are simple: We don’t want or need your address or any personal details — sharing just the state is fine, or city and state if you so choose. Same deal if you live outside of the United States – if you’d like to just share the country, that’s cool, and if you want to share more details like the city or region, that’s your call. In last year’s survey, some of the following countries and territories were represented:

• New Caledonia
• The Netherlands
• France
• Denmark
• The Philippines
• Thailand
• Malaysia
• Mexico
• Canada
• United Kingdom
• Serbia
• South Africa
• New Zealand
• Australia
• Brazil

What a global fanbase!

I’ve been in the Portland Metro Area in Oregon for what is my ninth year in this state and 16th in the Pacific Northwest. There’s no other place in the country I’d rather live.

Join the conversation!​

Sign up for a user account and get:

• Fewer ads
• Create community posts
• Comment on articles, community posts
• Rec comments, community posts
• New, improved notifications system!

Now it’s your turn to scroll down to the comments and let us know where you are! Sometime early next week we’re going to have a map of both the Super Bowl responses and this fan census!

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...eahawks-fan-survey-location-census-discussion

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

NFL Scouting Combine 2026, Day 3 drills discussion: Quarterbacks, receivers, running backs

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston answers questions from the media during the NFL Scouting Combine on February 27, 2026 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The NFL Scouting Combine continues in Indianapolis with, I suppose, the “main event” of the week.

It’s day three of four days worth of on-field drills for over 300 top draft prospects. The combine always affects draft stock to some degree for a variety of reasons, and it isn’t always an on-field drill performance. Those pesky medical “red flags” may significantly impact teams’ drafting boards. There may also be some interviews that go horribly wrong or wonderfully right, but fans don’t get to see that.

We’ve got quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs on display on Saturday, starting at 10 am PT. No, you don’t get to see Indiana’s Heisman Trophy winner and national championship quarterback Fernando Mendoza participate in any drills. Neither will Washington Huskies star running back Jonah Coleman. You know who will do every drill but the bench press? UW receiver Denzel Boston, who seems like a lock to be a first-round pick.

NFL Network and the NFL+ streaming service have live combine coverage throughout the week. For those who don’t want to watch and just want to follow along with the results, don’t fret! The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine tracker is live and functioning and gives you all the relevant info you need!

On-Field Drill Dates (all airing on NFL Network, streamed on NFL+)​

• Thursday, Feb. 26 (Noon-5 p.m. PT): Defensive linemen, linebackers
• Friday, Feb. 27 (Noon-5 p.m. PT): Defensive backs, tight ends
• Saturday, Feb. 28 (10 a.m.-5 p.m. PT): Quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs
• Sunday, March 1 (10 a.m.-2 p.m. PT): Offensive linemen

Notable NFL Combine Drills​

• 40-yard dash
• Bench press of 225 pounds
• Vertical jump
• Broad jump
• 20-yard shuttle
• Three-cone drill
• 60-yard shuttle

Quarterbacks​

• Joey Aguilar, Tennessee
• Drew Allar, Penn State
• Luke Altmyer, Illinois
• Carson Beck, Miami
• Jalon Daniels, Kansas
• Joe Fagnano, UConn
• Taylen Green, Arkansas
• Haynes King, Georgia Tech
• Cade Klubnik, Clemson
• Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
• Behren Morton, Texas Tech
• Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
• Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt
• Cole Payton, North Dakota State
• Sawyer Robertson, Baylor
• Ty Simpson, Alabama

Running Backs​

• Kaytron Allen, Penn State
• Max Bredeson, Michigan
• Demond Claiborne, Wake Forest
• Jonah Coleman, Washington
• CJ Donaldson, Ohio State
• Rahsul Faison, South Carolina
• Eli Heidenreich, Navy
• Roman Hemby, Indiana
• Robert Henry Jr., UTSA
• Emmett Johnson, Nebraska
• Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame
• Seth McGowan, Kentucky
• Jam Miller, Alabama
• Le’Veon Moss, Texas A&M
• Jadarian Price, Notre Dame
• Adam Randall, Clemson
• Desmond Reid, Pittsburgh
• Nicholas Singleton, Penn State
• J’Mari Taylor, Virginia
• Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
• Noah Whittington, Oregon

Wide Receivers​

• Aaron Anderson, LSU
• Vinny Anthony II, Wisconsin
• Chris Bell, Louisville
• Dillon Bell, Georgia
• Skyler Bell, UConn
• Malik Benson, Oregon
• Germie Bernard, Alabama
• Denzel Boston, Washington
• Zachariah Branch, Georgia
• Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee
• Barion Brown, LSU
• Deion Burks, Oklahoma
• Jeff Caldwell, Cincinnati
• Josh Cameron, Baylor
• Kevin Coleman Jr., Missouri
• KC Concepcion, Texas A&M
• Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana
• CJ Daniels, Miami
• Caleb Douglas, Texas Tech
• Malachi Fields, Notre Dame
• Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Kansas
• Chris Hilton Jr., LSU
• Jordan Hudson, SMU
• Ted Hurst, Georgia State
• Caullin Lacy, Louisville
• Bryce Lance, North Dakota State
• Ja’Kobi Lane, USC
• Kendrick Law, Kentucky
• Makai Lemon, USC
• Eric McAlister, TCU
• Donaven McCulley, Michigan
• Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech
• Chase Roberts, BYU
• Elijah Sarratt, Indiana
• De’Zhaun Stribling, Mississippi
• J. Michael Sturdivant, Florida
• Carnell Tate, Ohio State
• Zavion Thomas, LSU
• Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State
• Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
• Reggie Virgil, Texas Tech
• Harrison Wallace III, Mississippi
• Jalen Walthall, Incarnate Word
• Kaden Wetjen, Iowa
• Antonio Williams, Clemson
• Colbie Young, Georgia

(Note: Not everyone is participating in drills, some are participating in select drills, and seemingly fewer are in every drill)

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...scussion-quarterbacks-receivers-running-backs

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

Seahawks News 2/28: Seahawks at the Scouting Combine

Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

In Today’s Links: NFLPA report card report, what to do with Dareke Young, how our Seattle Seahawks repeat as NFL champions, and a teeny bit more. Lean times here at the links, but it will pick up soon. Thanks for sticking around. Go, ‘Hawks!

Seahawks News

Dareke Young free agency – Seaside Joe
What’s the harm in re-signing Young for 2 more years?

Huard: 3 position groups for Seahawks to watch at combine – Seattle Sports
The NFL scouting combine is underway in Indianapolis, where more than 300 NFL Draft prospects are participating in drills and evaluations.

Seahawks top-rated in NFLPA report card–but for 1 area. Will new owners see it? – The News Tribune
The new, incoming Seahawks owners now have one area to improve for Seattle’s Super Bowl-champion players. Their field.

Free Agent Primer: Will Rashid Shaheed Return to Run it Back With Seahawks in ‘26? – Emerald City Spectrum
With a new league year slated to kick off on March 11, the Seahawks have nine unrestricted free agents scheduled to test the market along with seven restricted free agents and two exclusive rights free agents.

2026 NFL Combine day two review — Dillon Thieneman’s epic show, cornerback depth is there – Seahawks Draft Blog
This was a better day than yesterday overall, highlighted by one of the greatest on-field performances I can recall in 18 years of blogging. More on that individual when we get to the safeties.

Seahawks Meet With a Slew of Defensive Backs at NFL Scouting Combine – si.com
The NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis, and the Seahawks are indicating which defensive backs interest them with a set of early meetings.

2026 NFLPA report cards: Grades for all 32 teams – The Athletic
The NFLPA conducted a team report card survey with its player membership body during the season for the fourth straight year.

Seahawks Offseason Blueprint: How Do They Repeat? (w/ Corbin Smith) – The Hawks Eye w/ Bryce Coutts
Corbin Smith of Emerald City Spectrum and Locked On Seahawks joins The Hawks Eye for a deep dive into Seattle’s Super Bowl window, offseason strategy, intriguing draft prospects, and the impact of new coaching additions.

NFC West News

Takeaways from Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur’s Combine press conference – Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals are well-represented at this year’s NFL Combine in Indianapolis. At the Combine, 319 players are in attendance. In addition to players being interviewed by NFL clubs, team head coaches and GMs are also interviewed. And a bevy of questions is always asked.

3 players the 49ers should look at after Day 1 of the NFL Combine on-field drills? – Niners Nation
These three lineman were excellent on Thursday night

Rams can afford a luxury pick in first round to fill ‘sneaky need’ – Turf Show Times
Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate could be a promising addition to an “already lethal” Rams offense

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...ks-news-2-28-seahawks-at-the-scouting-combine

 

[Seattle Seahawks]

Arizona Cardinals to ‘likely release’ quarterback Kyler Murray

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 25: Leonard Williams #99 of the Seattle Seahawks sacks Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals during the game at State Farm Stadium on September 25, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) | Getty Images

We’ve reached March, which means free agency is almost upon us and there will be some big roster decisions made across the NFL, including for the Seattle Seahawks. It looks as if the NFC West quarterback landscape will be changing imminently.

NFL insider Ian Rapoport said on Sunday that Arizona Cardinals starter Kyler Murray, the No. 1 overall draft pick from 2019, is on his way out. Whether it’s a release or a trade, Kyler is done in the desert.

If Arizona trades Murray then that’ll be a big help in terms of dead money taken on, otherwise it’ll be over $54 million in dead cap assuming it’s a pre-June 1 designation. Even if it’s post-June 1 that number only “improves” to $47 million. Murray was given a five-year extension worth $230 million back in 2022, having led the Cardinals to their only playoff appearance over the last decade. An ACL tear in 2022 cost him the first half of 2023, and he missed most of 2025 with a combination of a foot injury and a straight-up benching by (since fired) head coach Jonathan Gannon. Jacoby Brissett went from injury replacement to full-time starter for the remainder of the year.

The NFL rumor mill has linked the Cardinals with Jimmy Garoppolo, Malik Willis, and Geno Smith, all of whom are either free agents or, in the case of Geno, likely to be a free agent via release.

Murray is still only 28 years old and he had some high-quality moments early in his career, so there will surely be a market to bring him on board. But a promising start has given way to a frustrating end to Arizona’s search for a franchise quarterback.

As a fun fact to wrap this up, Seahawks backup Drew Lock is the only quarterback from the 2019 draft class with a Super Bowl ring.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...ely-release-quarterback-kyler-murray-nfl-news

 

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Seahawks free agency rumors: The latest buzz on Rashid Shaheed, Kenneth Walker III

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 17: Kenneth Walker III #9 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers during the second quarter in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Lumen Field on January 17, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is drawing to a close, and while the main focus is supposed to be the draft prospects and how they measure up (literally and figuratively) against their peers, Indianapolis is also gossip central for what teams may plan to do as free agency approaches.

ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler were at the combine all week gathering intel and maximizing their listening skills to report what they’ve heard regarding some of the top names either set to hit free agency or potentially put on the trade block. Here are their Seattle Seahawks relevant tidbits on two big names on offense.

Rashid Shaheed​

The speedy wide receiver and return specialist didn’t catch a touchdown pass from Sam Darnold, but he still made an impact in the running game and was phenomenal as a kick and punt returner. Shaheed was in the middle of a career year with the New Orleans Saints prior to the mid-season trade, and in a weak free agent market he stands out as a receiver who could command extra external attention.

Rival teams expect Buffalo to strongly address wide receiver in the coming weeks. And multiple league executives are linking Rashid Shaheed or Romeo Doubs to the Bills. Alec Pierce will most likely be out of their price range.

Some around the league are linking Shaheed to the Raiders. The feeling is that Las Vegas likes him a lot, though it will be selective at the position if the money gets too out of hand.

Seattle is more likely than not to extend Jaxon Smith-Njigba at some point this offseason, while Cooper Kupp figures to be here to stay for 2026. With Tory Horton on the mend following a knee injury, along with Jake Bobo and Dareke Young set as less prominent free agents, there are some valid question marks concerning the position for the Seahawks.

Kenneth Walker III​

The Super Bowl 60 MVP had his healthiest season of his NFL career and was sensational throughout the final few weeks of the season. At the moment, the highest profile extension of a free agent is Javonte Williams, who stayed with the Dallas Cowboys on a three-year, $24 million deal with $16 million guaranteed. A modest contract for a running back who made a great first impression with Dallas after his time with the Denver Broncos.

For now, that’s the benchmark for would-be free agent running backs. Here’s more from ESPN:

The backs who sound like they have a good chance to top Williams’ number are:

Breece Hall, who will either get a deal done with the Jets before Tuesday’s tag deadline or receive a franchise or transition tag

Kenneth Walker III, who sounds like he’s generating enough outside interest to spell the end of his time in Seattle

Travis Etienne Jr., who sounds unlikely to be tagged by the Jaguars and should have a nice market.

If you take out the soon-to-be released Aaron Jones, the running backs making north of $10 million/year on average are Kyren Williams, James Cook, Josh Jacobs, Alvin Kamara, Jonathan Taylor, Derrick Henry, Christian McCaffrey, and Saquon Barkley. The salary cap for 2026 is set at just over $300 million, which could spring Walker to join that $10 million/year list. Franchise tagging Walker could cost over $14 million, and it’s extremely unlikely the Seahawks resort to that.

Additionally, ESPN’s Brady Henderson told Dan Viens on the Seahawks Forever Podcast that he’d put Walker’s chances of re-signing with Seattle at under 50 percent, so the general belief is that Walker’s last game was a hell of a way to end his Seahawks career.

“Legal tampering” begins on Monday, March 9, with the league year and the official start of free agency commencing on Wednesday, March 11.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...latest-buzz-rashid-shaheed-kenneth-walker-iii

 

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Seahawks announce tenders for their pair of ERFAs

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 23: Ty Okada #39 of the Seattle Seahawks reacts in the first half of the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on November 23, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The legal tampering period of free agency starts a week from Monday, and that is when fans and observers will truly gain an insight into how the Seattle Seahawks plan to go about the offseason ahead of looking to defend their Super Bowl title.

However, before the big dollars of the frenzied initial wave of free agency start being tossed around, there are plenty of items which will need to be crossed off the list of tasks to complete before the start of the new NFL league year at 4pm New York time on Wednesday, March 11.

One of those things is addressing the potential tenders for the exclusive rights free agents and restricted free agents whose contracts are set to expire when the current league year ends. To that end, the Seahawks on Monday announced that they have officially tendered both of their ERFAs, which all but guarantees the pair will be back in training camp with Seattle come July.

Today’s @Seahawks roster transaction: https://t.co/XJU8sh4L1a

— Seahawks PR (@seahawksPR) March 2, 2026

ERFA tenders are one year contract offers for the league minimum according to the number of credited seasons a player has accumulated during their NFL career, and for the duo tendered on Monday, those numbers are as follow:

• Ty Okada: $1,145,000
• George Holani: $1,075,000

And now it’s on to the restricted free agents, with the front office needing to make a decision on the likes of Jake Bobo, Brady Russell, Drake Thomas, Chris Stoll and others.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...nce-tenders-pair-erfas-george-holani-ty-okada

 

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NFL Combine 2026 recap: Winners and Losers from Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 28: Germie Bernard of the Alabama Crimson Tide participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images

The NFL Scouting Combine is officially in the books.

Yes, Pro Days are still ahead. Yes, private workouts and medical re-checks will matter. But let’s not kid ourselves: Indianapolis is where narratives are created, confirmed, or shattered. It’s where Day 3 players suddenly enter Day 2 conversations. It’s where fringe Round 1 prospects solidify top-20 status. And it’s where some highly regarded names quietly lose momentum.

From a Seattle Seahawks lens, it was also interesting to note that reported formal meetings involving Seattle were fewer than usual, and that John Schneider was back in Seattle before on-field drills even began — something we don’t recall happening recently. Not criticism. Just context.

Now let’s dive into the names who helped — and hurt — themselves the most.

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NFL Combine Winners​

Brenen Thompson – WR, Mississippi State​

Thompson arrived in Indianapolis viewed primarily as a situational vertical threat. He left as one of the biggest financial winners of the week.

At 5’9”, 164 pounds, he blazed a 4.26 in the 40-yard dash, with a 1.54 10-yard split. That’s elite acceleration and long speed — not just fast, but game-breaking fast.

In 2025, he started 11 games, posted roughly 900 receiving yards and 7 touchdowns, averaging over 16 yards per catch. At Mississippi State, he aligned primarily as a Z receiver and vertical slot weapon, running go routes, posts, and deep overs. Now? He’s firmly in the conversation as a legitimate Day 2 vertical specialist.

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Germie Bernard – WR, Alabama​

Bernard entered the week as a strong receiver prospect. He left it cemented as one of the top players at the position.

At 6’1”, 206 pounds, he ran 4.48 — more than enough at his size — and posted elite agility numbers, including a 4.31 shuttle and 6.71 three-cone. Add in a 32.5” vertical and 10’5” broad jump, and you get a complete athletic profile.

He cleared 1,000 receiving yards in 2025 with 8 touchdowns at Alabama, functioning as a true featured target capable of winning after the catch and in contested situations. The Combine didn’t create his stock — it solidified it.

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Jeff Caldwell – WR, Cincinnati​

Caldwell might have made himself millions.

At 6’5”, 216 pounds, he ran 4.31 with a 1.48 split. Then he exploded for a 42” vertical and 11’2” broad jump. That size-speed-explosion combination is rare — period.

He posted around 1,100 yards and 9 touchdowns in 2025 as a full-time X receiver at Cincinnati, thriving against press coverage and in contested catch situations. Before Indy, he was under the radar nationally. After Indy? He’s on boards everywhere.

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Dillon Thieneman – S, Oregon​

.@oregonfootball S Dillon Thieneman just casually out-running three of the best WRs in the game

2026 NFL Combine on @nflnetwork
Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/cg1oodDj6e

— NFL (@NFL) February 27, 2026

There was a time some Seahawks fans dreamed of landing Thieneman via a trade down at pick No. 32. That dream may be over.

At 6’0”, 201 pounds, he ran 4.35, jumped 41” in the vertical and 10’5” in the broad. His positional drills were smooth, controlled, and explosive.

He likely established himself as Safety 2 in the class and a legitimate first-round candidate.

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Tacario Davis – CB, Washington​

.@UW_Football CB Tacario Davis is 6'4", 194 pounds.

He just ran a 4.41u

2026 NFL Combine on @nflnetwork
Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/OiKDHm38HN

— NFL (@NFL) February 27, 2026

At roughly 6’4”, 194 pounds, Davis has rare length for the position. He ran in the 4.41 range and posted a 37” vertical with a 10’3” broad.

Previously projected as a potential first-rounder earlier in his career, his stock cooled during the season. But the Combine reminded teams why the traits are worth betting on. His coverage drills showed better fluidity than expected for a tall corner.

Day 2 feels much more secure now.

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Defensive Line Risers​

Gracen Halton of Oklahoma measured in at 6’3”, 293 pounds and erased “undersized” concerns. He ran 4.82, jumped 36.5” (third-best by a defensive tackle in the past 20 years), and showed elite agility for the position. His testing may push him into a similar range once occupied by explosive interior disruptors.

DeMonte Capehart from Clemson (6’5”, 313, nearly 34” arms) it’s a run-stuffer ready for NFL and flashed developmental upside as a pass rusher with a 4.85 40 and strong splits. His projection as a high-ceiling defensive tackle is trending upward.

Dani Dennis-Sutton of Penn State at nearly 6’6”, 265 pounds, he ran 4.63 with explosive jumps. Already productive with around 10 sacks in 2025, he confirmed elite NFL traits, but needs refinement.

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NFL Combine Losers​

Cashius Howell – EDGE – Texas A&M​

Howell’s arm length came in historically short at 30 1/4”. While he has speed, the measurement significantly hurt his projection, especially when compared to other undersized edges who offer compensatory traits.

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Malachi Fields – WR, Notre Dame​

After a strong Senior Bowl, Fields needed a solid athletic showing. Instead, he ran a disappointing 40 and struggled with drops in the gauntlet drill. For a receiver who wins with physicality and timing, concerns about stiffness and separation resurfaced.

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Emmett Johnson – RB, Nebraska​

His 4.56 40 was the slowest among running backs at the event. While his tape doesn’t scream “slow,” the lack of elite explosion numbers raised questions about his ceiling.

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LT Overton – EDGE, Alabama​

A 4.87 40 and middling split were tough blows for a player who needed to prove first-step explosiveness. His positional identity: Edge? Interior? Hybrid? — now becomes even more critical.

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Lee Hunter – DT, Texas Tech​

Hunter posted one of the lowest explosion profiles among defensive tackles, including a 21.5” vertical and 8’4” broad. Strong against the run on tape, but the lack of backfield burst limits his disruptive projection.

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Final Thoughts​

The combine doesn’t finalize draft boards, but it absolutely reshapes tiers.

Some prospects confirmed what the tape already suggested. Others forced teams to re-evaluate ceilings and roles. For teams like the Seattle Seahawks, who historically value athletic thresholds and explosive traits, Indianapolis matters.

Now we wait for Pro Days, medical clarity, and — eventually — draft night.

But make no mistake: several careers changed in Indianapolis.

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...rs-2026-nfl-combine-germie-bernard-lee-hunter

 

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Seahawks Reacts Survey: Which of Seattle’s big 3 free agents will be retained?

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 17: Rashid Shaheed #22 of the Seattle Seahawks returns the opening kickoff for a touchdown during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Lumen Field on January 17, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Seahawks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Kenneth Walker, Rashid Shaheed, Riq Woolen. Those are the three headlining free agents for the Seattle Seahawks entering next week. I know Josh Jobe and Coby Bryant are also notable free agents as starters, but the ones who have garnered the most attention are the players I previously mentioned. Walker won Super Bowl MVP to finish his rookie contract on a high, Shaheed arguably saved Seattle’s Super Bowl hopes with his special teams heroics, and Riq has been one of the most polarizing players on the roster but generally a very good cornerback at his best.

This week’s Seahawks Reacts survey is all about your predictions for who stays and who goes among these three. All of them staying is just about guaranteed not to happen, and perhaps losing all three is more likely than not. Walker will have a robust market, whereas Shaheed’s value is likely mid-tier for a receiver, and Riq’s is TBD. Losing Shaheed would mean losing two draft picks for a half-season rental (and not necessarily gaining a comp pick if the Seahawks sign more CFAs than they lose), losing Walker likely means a major revamp of Seattle’s backfield, and losing Riq pretty much necessitates a major move in the draft and/or free agency at cornerback.

Such is life when you’re the Super Bowl champion and there are a lot of good players due for major paydays from some team.

Vote in the survey below!

We’ll see you this weekend for the full results!

Source: https://www.fieldgulls.com/seattle-...ee-free-agents-retained-walker-woolen-shaheed