Seahawks — 2026-07-14#
Top Story#
The NFL has officially scheduled a special one-day league meeting for August 26 in Atlanta to hold a formal vote on the Seattle Seahawks’ ownership transaction. This critical vote marks the final hurdle in officially transferring the franchise over to the new Bay Area-based ownership group.
News & Buzz#
Sam Darnold’s Offseason Hype Train · Reddit Darnold’s stock continues to soar around the league, earning an “honorable mention” in ESPN’s poll of execs, coaches, and scouts ranking the top 10 quarterbacks for 2026. Colin Cowherd stoked the fire even further on his show, boldly claiming that Darnold is now better than Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert, and Jalen Hurts. Fans can also catch Darnold reflecting on his NFL journey and recapping the NFC Championship in Episode 8 of the team’s “Making A Champion” series, which dropped today.
The “Dark Side” Runs It Back · Twitter/X Official team channels posted a hype warning that the “Dark Side” is back for more, confirming that all five starters are returning to run it forward this season. Fans are already brainstorming new traditions for the dominant defense, with one Redditor suggesting 12s should call any sack “executing Order 66”. Despite the undeniable unit strength, 12s are riled up that Ernest Jones was completely snubbed from ESPN’s top off-ball linebackers list without even an honorable mention.
Ownership Frustrations Brew · Reddit As the team’s sale approaches its final league vote, a vocal segment of the fanbase is expressing deep frustration that no local billionaires stepped up to keep the franchise in Pacific Northwest hands. With reports detailing how the new buyers made their billions in Bay Area tech, skeptical 12s are questioning whether out-of-town owners will have the same authentic passion and vested interest in what the team means to the Seattle community.
Grey Zabel Wins Over 12s · Reddit A newly circulated interview with Grey Zabel has instantly made him a fan favorite across the Seahawks subreddit. 12s are absolutely eating up his down-to-earth energy after he passionately gushed about head coach Mike Macdonald, his love for farming equipment, and Busch Light.
World Cup Crossover Kits Drop · Reddit Capitalizing on the global momentum of the 2026 World Cup, Fanatics and the NFL revealed their second season of soccer-themed jerseys. A new “Football x Football” Seahawks soccer kit was officially unveiled today, bringing a pitch-ready look to the 12s.
Ty Okada Ties the Knot · Twitter/X Congratulations are in order for defensive back Ty Okada, as official team channels announced his recent wedding with celebration photos.
12s Pulse#
The fanbase is buzzing with sky-high championship expectations, with eager 12s already planning travel for the home opener and fully expecting to see a Super Bowl banner raised at Lumen Field. However, the community is currently navigating mixed emotions; while the roster hype and the return of the defensive starting five have spirits soaring, there is a tangible undercurrent of resentment toward Seattle’s local billionaires for letting the team fall into the hands of an outside tech group.