Seahawks — 2026-05-27#
Top Story#
The Seattle Seahawks officially kicked off Day 1 of OTAs at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center while simultaneously bolstering their depth by acquiring wide receiver Irvin Charles. The front office successfully completed a trade with the New York Jets, sending a conditional seventh-round pick in exchange for the wideout.
News & Buzz#
Day 1 of OTAs & “Run It Forward” Head Coach Mike Macdonald took the podium to recap the team’s first day of Organized Team Activities. A major theme emerging from the VMAC is the team’s brand new mantra for 2026: “Run It Forward.” The philosophy sets the tone for who the team wants to be and how they want to operate, with fans already praising the “Super Bowl winning coach mentality.”
Dante Fowler Jr.’s Contract Details Revealed The financial structure of outside linebacker Dante Fowler Jr.’s one-year deal has officially surfaced. The contract carries a base value of $2.5 million, which breaks down into a $1.32 million base salary, a $500,000 guaranteed signing bonus, and $680,000 in per-game roster bonuses. With built-in performance incentives, the deal’s maximum value can reach up to $5 million.
Jalen Milroe Showcases Blazing Speed The official team channels dropped a highlight clip of @JalenMilroe putting his wheels on full display during practice. The speed looks absolutely electric early in the offseason program, drawing heavy attention and “LaMilroe” hype from the 12s on social media.
Shaun Alexander’s Bold Rookie Prediction Former Seahawks MVP Shaun Alexander made a massive prediction regarding Seattle’s 2026 rookie class. Alexander confidently stated that highly-touted running back Jadarian Price will be the sole rookie in the NFL to crack the 1,000-yard rushing mark this year.
Nick Emmanwori’s Defensive Versatility Second-year safety Nick Emmanwori was spotted putting in specialized work with outside linebackers coach Chris Partridge. After playing all over Mike Macdonald’s defense as a rookie last year—including taking snaps on the line of scrimmage—it’s clear the coaching staff is using a group effort to maximize his dynamic skill set.
12s Pulse#
The 12s are absolutely buzzing with championship confidence, riding high on last year’s glorious Super Bowl run that culminated in a victory at Levi’s Stadium. Fans are eagerly anticipating the team’s upcoming Hard Knocks feature and plotting a “back-to-back Super Bowl run,” while actively rooting for the downfall and complete teardown of aging divisional rivals in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Off the field, the community is fully engaged, sharing creative projects that range from debating whether to include a hat in a JSN fan illustration for the Patriots season opener, to meticulously converting an old Russell Wilson Elite jersey into a brand-new Nick Emmanwori uniform.