Guard Quenton Nelson’s arrival in the Emerald City means Anthony Bradford is officially out of the starting lineup, a tough reality hitting home for the Seahawks’ offensive line.
The Shuffle Up Front
When a key player joins a team mid-season, somebody has to move, and this time, it’s our man Anthony Bradford taking a seat. The new look for the offensive line has Nelson slotting in at left guard, while our 2025 first-rounder, Grey Zabel, shifts over to right guard. Bradford, who had been holding down that starting right guard spot, is now heading to the bench. It’s the brutal truth of the NFL, a tough pill to swallow for any player.
Coach Mac’s Honest Take
Head Coach Mike Macdonald didn’t mince words when talking to reporters about the move, calling it “not an easy situation.” He was quick to praise Bradford, saying, “I thought Anthony played good football for us, and he has, and he’s earned a significant role on our team, a starting-level role.” Macdonald emphasized it’s one of those “through not around” type of things with Bradford, making it clear this wasn’t about a lack of performance. The coach believes in Bradford, stating how much “we love him” and that the “guys love him in the locker room.” He’s a “fantastic teammate,” and while they don’t expect him to be “jumping over joy,” Macdonald fully expects him to be a “great teammate” and to “stay ready.”
That last bit from Coach Mac, “You’re a play away from him playing every play again,” tells you everything you need to know about the unforgiving nature of this league. While Bradford is on the bench for now, his readiness and his role are still crucial. We’ll be watching the new O-line configuration closely, but don’t count out AB. You never know when the next snap could call his number.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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