Man, talk about a blast from the past for us 12s. The Commanders just made it official, placing linebacker Nick Bellore on the reserve/retired list. It’s the end of an era for a true grinder, and while he spent his last two seasons in Washington, his legacy, especially for us here in the Emerald City, is all about that special teams magic.
Special Teams Warrior, Forever a Seahawk
Bellore’s been in the league since way back in 2011, and throughout his career, he was a special teams machine. And get this: the guy made *two Pro Bowls* in that role! You know where he did that? Right here with our Seahawks. That’s the kind of unsung hero stuff we appreciate around Lumen Field. He wasn’t just a special teams ace either, sometimes moonlighting as a fullback and even catching two touchdowns. What a versatile dude.
A Career Defined by Grit
Before landing with the Commanders for his final two seasons, Bellore bounced around a bit, starting with the Jets, then hitting up the 49ers and Lions before his memorable stint in Seattle. His career numbers speak to his grind: 280 tackles, a sack, an interception, three forced fumbles, and six fumble recoveries. The Commanders signed cornerback Rasul Douglas to make room for Bellore’s retirement, closing the book on a tough, dedicated career.
It’s always a bittersweet moment when a veteran hangs up the cleats, especially one who left his mark in Seahawks history. We’ll always remember those Pro Bowl seasons. The early regular season action is heating up, and it’s a good reminder of the kind of dedication it takes to stick in this league.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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