Alright, 12s, the news is hitting hard and fast: the Seahawks are set to waive another one of their 2026 NFL Draft picks, cornerback Michael Dansby. ESPN’s Brady Henderson broke the news, confirming the rookie CB has been informed he’s being waived. This is tough to hear so early on, especially when we’re all fired up for the regular season to kick into high gear.
Dansby’s Short Ride and the Early Roster Moves
Dansby, a seventh-round pick out of Arizona, was our final selection this year, coming in at No. 255. He didn’t get a ton of run, but he did manage four tackles across the preseason games. Two of those came in that wild 9-9 tie against the Kansas City Chiefs in the finale. It’s a bummer, but he’s actually the second draft pick we’ve moved on from already, with receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. being the other. Our front office isn’t wasting any time shaping this roster.
Secondary Struggles and the Waivers Game
Look, we all saw it: the Seahawks’ secondary struggled for most of the preseason. It was a glaring issue, and the team has been actively looking for outside help to shore up that depth. Just Sunday, they traded for Toledo rookie Avery Smith, trying to get some fresh talent in there. The good news for Dansby is that Henderson mentioned he’s looked like a candidate for the practice squad. If he’s going to stick around in the Emerald City on the practice squad, he’s gotta clear waivers first. That deadline is Monday at 10 am PT, so we’ll be glued to the news to see if he makes it.
This early move on a draft pick really highlights how serious Mike Macdonald and Brian Fleury are about getting this roster right, right now. Our secondary needs to lock it down, and fast. Watching that waiver wire for Dansby, and keeping an eye on how Avery Smith settles in, is going to be crucial as we head into this season. The pressure is on!
This article was created with AI assistance and published under Seattle On Tap’s editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy.
Originally reported by Field Gulls.
Leave a Reply