Seahawks

Sup, 12s! It’s your favorite Seahawks beat reporter coming at you live with the ultimate daily run-down. Roster cuts are finalized, the practice squad is locked in, and the Hard Knocks season finale drops tonight! There’s an absolute avalanche of news coming out of the VMAC, Twitter/X, and r/Seahawks today. I’ve compiled the ultimate daily digest to get you fully caught up before next week’s regular-season kickoff against the Patriots.

Here is your daily Seahawks update:

Top Story

With the regular season kickoff officially on the horizon, GM John Schneider has secured a major roster victory by locking up 25-year-old edge rusher Derick Hall to a highly efficient 3-year, $42 million contract extension. Hall’s postseason efficiency, including standout play inside Super Bowl LX, makes this team-friendly deal a massive win for Seattle.

News & Buzz

Ownership Twist: Runners-Up Invited to Join Khosla’s Group · Reddit r/Seahawks The Vinod Khosla-led group that recently purchased the Seahawks has reportedly offered an ownership stake to their runner-up finalists, Aditya Mittal and Wyc Grousbeck. Sources confirm that members of the Mittal-Grousbeck group have held talks with Khosla’s camp about officially joining the new ownership circle. Meanwhile, the latest Hard Knocks episode will provide 12s with an exclusive look at the league meeting where the new owners were officially approved.

Roster Roulette: Trevon Diggs Returns, Igbinoghene and Sheriff Depart · Reddit r/Seahawks In classic roster-cut fashion, cornerback Trevon Diggs was released, cleared waivers, and was immediately signed back to the Seahawks’ practice squad. Meanwhile, some of Sunday’s waived players are moving on, with standout linebacker Jamie Sheriff planning to sign with the Rams’ practice squad, and cornerback Noah Igbinoghene signing to the Browns’ active roster. Fullback Brock Lampe has also hit waivers after reaching an injury settlement with the team.

Tyrice Knight Primed for Rover Role in Macdonald’s Defense · Reddit r/Seahawks With rookie standout Emmanwori slowly recovering from ankle surgery and veteran Bell gone, the coaching staff is signaling an all-in move on Tyrice Knight as their rover defender. Following Knight’s outstanding preseason, fans are eager to see how Mike Macdonald deploys him as a versatile defensive chess piece. 12s are already brainstorming nicknames for the position, with “Hawk-backer” and “Hawk-rover” leading the charge.

Hard Knocks Season Finale Promises Tears and Behind-the-Scenes Access · Twitter/X @Seahawks The final episode of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Seahawks airs tonight, wrapping up an inside look at Seattle’s offseason. Previews have already gone viral, showcasing an emotional phone call between Montorie Foster Jr. and his parents after he successfully made the 53-man roster. 12s are hyped to watch the emotional journey wrap up as the regular season kicks off.

JSN Menu Coming to Lumen Field · Twitter/X @Seahawks Wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is partnering with Levy Restaurants to launch his very own custom menu at Lumen Field. The team released a mouth-watering teaser showcasing JSN’s good taste, and fans can expect to try the menu items very soon. Preseason is behind us, but the stadium experience is shaping up to be top-tier for 12s this season.

In Memoriam: Mourning Former Receivers Coach Kippy Brown · Reddit r/Seahawks The Seahawks community is mourning the loss of former receivers coach Kippy Brown, who recently passed away. Brown left a lasting legacy during his coaching career, and both official channels and the fan base have expressed deep condolences to his family.

12s Pulse

With kickoff just days away, the 12s are absolutely buzzing with anticipation for the season opener and the highly anticipated Hard Knocks finale. The mood is overwhelmingly positive as fans celebrate Montorie Foster Jr.’s emotional roster spot, John Schneider’s masterful contract management with Derick Hall, and the upcoming debut of Tyrice Knight as a rover defender. Between stadium culinary additions and potential ownership group expansions, there’s an electric energy surrounding the franchise’s new era.

What an incredible offseason it’s been, and now we are just days away from kickoff! Let me know if you want me to break down the unofficial depth chart in more detail or look into any other training camp developments.

🏈 Want me to compile the unofficial regular season depth chart into a structured cheat sheet so you know exactly who’s starting at every position next week?