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Texas defensive lineman Byron Murphy II (90) was selected in the first round, 16th overall, of the NFL draft by the Seattle Seahawks. (Ricardo B. Brazziell/Austin American-Statesman via AP, File)

Seahawks select DT Byron Murphy II with first-round pick

Seattle gives defense-minded new coach Mike Macdonald a player who can anchor the unit.

 

UCLA pass rusher Laiatu Latu, left, pressures Arizona State quarterback Trenton Bourguet during the second half of an NCAA college football game Nov. 11, 2023, in Pasadena, Calif. Latu is the type of player the Seattle Seahawks may target with their first-round pick in the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)

Predicting who Seahawks will take with their 7 draft picks

Expect Seattle to address needs at edge rusher, linebacker and interior offensive line.

 

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) is taken off the field after being injured in the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021. The former first-round pick is an example of the Seahawks failing to find difference makers in recent NFL drafts. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

A reason Seahawks have 1 playoff win since 2016? Drafting

The NFL draft begins Thursday, and Seattle needs to draft better to get back to its winning ways.

 

FILE - Seattle Seahawks NFL football offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb speaks to reporters during an introductory press conference, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Renton. Seattle has seven picks entering this year’s draft, beginning with No. 16 overall in the first round. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)

A new era arrives for Seahawks entering 2024 NFL draft

Even with John Schneider still in charge, the dynamic changes with Pete Carroll gone.

FILE - Seattle Seahawks NFL football offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb speaks to reporters during an introductory press conference, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Renton. Seattle has seven picks entering this year’s draft, beginning with No. 16 overall in the first round. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear, File)
Seattle Seahawks new NFL football head coach Mike Macdonald speaks during an introductory press conference, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

New coach Macdonald wants his Seahawks to forge own legacy

The pictures of iconic moments from the Pete Carroll era have been removed from Seattle’s training facility.

  • Apr 18, 2024
  • Gregg Bell, The News Tribune (Tacoma, Wash.)
  • SportsSeahawks
Seattle Seahawks new NFL football head coach Mike Macdonald speaks during an introductory press conference, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith may have been a Pro Bowler, but should Seattle consider prioritizing a quarterback in the NFL draft? (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)

Should Seahawks prioritize quarterback in draft?

A challenger to Geno Smith is something worth considering for Seattle.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith may have been a Pro Bowler, but should Seattle consider prioritizing a quarterback in the NFL draft? (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)
The Seattle Seahawks reportedly signed former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. (5). (AP Photo/Doug Murray)

Seahawks add to their receiving corps

Seattle reportedly signs former Carolina Panthers receiver Laviska Shenault Jr.

The Seattle Seahawks reportedly signed former Carolina Panthers wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. (5). (AP Photo/Doug Murray)
Washington offensive lineman Troy Fautanu (55) during an NCAA college football game against Stanford in Stanford, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Seahawks tabbed to address offensive line in 1st round of draft

Former University of Washington standout Troy Fautanu is a popular pick among mock drafts to head to Seattle at No. 16 overall.

Washington offensive lineman Troy Fautanu (55) during an NCAA college football game against Stanford in Stanford, Calif., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Tennessee Titans safety K'Von Wallace (35) reacts to making a play during their NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Seahawks add DB K’Von Wallace, DT Johnathan Hankins

Seattle appears to take the last step towards filling holes at safety left by Quandre Diggs and Jamal Adams.

Tennessee Titans safety K'Von Wallace (35) reacts to making a play during their NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Los Angeles Rams offensive guard Tremayne Anchrum (72) against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Seahawks add to position of need, sign guard Tremayne Anchrum Jr.

The 25-year-old has played in 31 games, starting once, since being drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020.

Los Angeles Rams offensive guard Tremayne Anchrum (72) against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
FILE 0 Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Landover, Md. The Seattle Seahawks are acquiring quarterback Sam Howell from the Washington Commanders in a swap of draft picks, according to a person familiar with the trade. Seattle is getting Howell and fourth- and sixth-round picks from Washington for third- and fifth-rounders as part of a deal agreed to Thursday, March 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Seahawks acquiring QB Sam Howell in a trade with the Commanders

Seattle is also receiving fourth- and sixth-round picks from Washington in exchange for third- and fifth-rounders.

FILE 0 Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Landover, Md. The Seattle Seahawks are acquiring quarterback Sam Howell from the Washington Commanders in a swap of draft picks, according to a person familiar with the trade. Seattle is getting Howell and fourth- and sixth-round picks from Washington for third- and fifth-rounders as part of a deal agreed to Thursday, March 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) reacts after sacking New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Bobby Wagner era ends again as Seahawks legend heads to Commanders

The franchise’s all-time leader in tackles is reuniting with ex-defensive coordinator Dan Quinn on the east coast.

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) reacts after sacking New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) during an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Jacksonville Jaguars safety Rayshawn Jenkins (2) in action during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

Seahawks add through second wave of free agency

Veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins highlights a handful of players heading to Seattle.

Jacksonville Jaguars safety Rayshawn Jenkins (2) in action during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)
FILE - Seattle Seahawks' Leonard Williams looks on during an NFL game Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale. The Seahawks agreed to terms with defensive lineman Williams and tight end Noah Fant, two people with knowledge of the deals said Monday, March 11, 2024. They spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the team had not announced either signing. (AP Photo/Michael McGinnis, File)

Seahawks to bring back DL Leonard Williams, TE Noah Fant

Williams posted on social media he’s returning on a three-year deal. Fant’s deal is for two years.

FILE - Seattle Seahawks' Leonard Williams looks on during an NFL game Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale. The Seahawks agreed to terms with defensive lineman Williams and tight end Noah Fant, two people with knowledge of the deals said Monday, March 11, 2024. They spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the team had not announced either signing. (AP Photo/Michael McGinnis, File)
Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) tackles Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (23) in the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle, Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

What the Seahawks could do to fill new need at safety

Seattle returns little experience at the position after cutting veterans Quandre Diggs and Jamal Adams.

Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) tackles Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (23) in the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle, Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams walks on the sideline before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, in Seattle. The 49ers won 31-13. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Seahawks start makeover, release Adams, Diggs and Dissly

The significant moves give the team a boost in salary cap space ahead of the new NFL year.

Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams walks on the sideline before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, in Seattle. The 49ers won 31-13. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (89) stiff arms Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) while carrying the ball against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Why the Seahawks could part with ex-Husky Will Dissly this offseason

The UW product is the only tight end under contract for 2024, but the team could save nearly $7 million in salary cap space if he’s released.

Seattle Seahawks tight end Will Dissly (89) stiff arms Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) while carrying the ball against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Walker, Charbonnet sure to lead RB corps again

The running back position brings rare certainty to Seattle’s offseason of upheaval.

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) plays against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Seahawks position overview: Will Smith still hold reins at QB?

The veteran’s 2024 salary recently became guaranteed, but a trade is still possible.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) plays against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Seattle Seahawks NFL football offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb speaks to reporters during an introductory press conference, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Renton. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

‘Unicorn event’ allows Grubb to stay in Seattle as Seahawks OC

Ryan Grubb and fellow new hires defensive coordinator Aden Durde and special-team coach Jay Harbaugh met with media Thursday.

Seattle Seahawks NFL football offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb speaks to reporters during an introductory press conference, on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Renton. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)