Our Seattle Seahawks just dropped the initial 17-player practice squad roster on Monday, one day after reducing the main roster to 53 players, and oh man, you gotta see some of the names they scooped up. This isn’t just a bunch of warm bodies; John Schneider and Mike Macdonald are clearly still building something special for the Emerald City. They brought back some serious talent, including veteran cornerback Trevon Diggs. Talk about an ex-All-Pro!
Scooping Up Vets and Rookies: A Sneaky Good Move?
When you see a name like Trevon Diggs land on the practice squad, you know the Hawks are playing chess, not checkers. It’s not every day you get a veteran of that caliber, let alone an ex-All-Pro, available for your practice squad. But he’s not alone! They also snagged veterans AJ Finley, Velus Jones Jr., and Rodney Thomas II. These aren’t just depth pieces; these are guys who bring experience and know-how that can be invaluable in a long season. And get this: all four of our 2026 rookie draft picks who were waived also returned to the practice squad. That means our young talent gets to stay in the building, keep learning the system, and be ready if their number gets called. It’s smart, real smart, keeping that core group together as we kick off the season.
The Jared Ivey Question and The Big Picture
Now, it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows. The biggest name that didn’t pass waivers was linebacker Jared Ivey. Honestly, that one stings a bit, and you gotta wonder if Seattle will regret cutting Jared Ivey. The coaching staff must have had their reasons, and in the early days of the regular season, sometimes these decisions hit different. But here’s the thing: John Schneider and Mike Macdonald are never “done” building this team. This initial 53-man roster and practice squad is just the start. And with where Seattle’s salary cap space now stands, after some major moves earlier, it shows they’re ready to make adjustments and keep pushing forward. The front office knows it’s a marathon, not a sprint, and they’re constantly looking to improve.
NFC West Watch: Everyone Else Is On Notice
While we’re busy putting the finishing touches on our squad, you know the rest of the NFC West is doing their thing, too. Aaron Donald is back with the Rams, and their coach Sean McVay, after making some excuses when they lost twice to us last season, has no room for them now. Our rivals down south? The Arizona Cardinals’ 2026 draft class needs to come through for Monti Ossenfort, who’s apparently on the hot seat. Even the Niners are making moves, leaning on Deebo Samuel’s versatility. This division is always tough, but getting our practice squad set with veterans and our own rookie picks shows we’re ready for the fight. This team is just getting started, and you know Mike Macdonald has these guys ready to roll. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by Field Gulls.
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