Tied atop the NFC standings, the rich will get richer on defense with the Seahawks set to bring back two key veteran standouts for the final five games.

The Seahawks may not have been inclined to ease Rashid Shaheed into action anyway, but thanks to a litany of injuries, there won’t be any training wheels as his new team has no choice but to fully unleash him five days after arriving from the Saints.

Ranking fifth in points per game, the Seahawks have eclipsed expectations amid a 5-2 start to the 2025 season thanks to Sam Darnold’s brilliance and an improving offensive line, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement heading into the bye week.

Offensively, the Seahawks put up plenty of fireworks on Sunday, but it wasn’t enough to hold on for a Week 5 win as the Buccaneers escaped with a 38-35 victory. Which players stood out for Seattle in defeat?

Success on their own turf has been hard to come by for much of the Mike Macdonald era, but on Sunday, the culture the coach and his staff continue to build with the Seahawks manifested into one of the most dominant performances in their 50-year history.

Scoring on every one of their offensive possessions with a perfect 4-for-4 showing in the red zone while dominating on special teams, the Seahawks turned their Week 3 home contest against the Saints into a laugher in no time.

The Seahawks will enter their season opener lacking bodies at receiver and off the edge, which could lead to some interesting decisions from Mike Macdonald and his coaching staff to compensate against the 49ers.

Though he’s ramped up his activity at practice, Uchenna Nwosu won’t be ready to suit up for the Seahawks in Sunday’s opener, while two veteran wideouts will also be held out against the 49ers.

The Seahawks have selected their initial 53-man roster with 27 offensive players, 23 defensive players, and three specialists, including a trio of undrafted rookies. Which positions look most regular season ready and where could more moves be on tap in coming days?

All 32 NFL teams must have their rosters trimmed to 53 players by Tuesday’s 1 PM PT deadline. Who will the Seahawks keep and who could the team add to the mix before a Week 1 date with the 49ers?

Less than three weeks away from the 49ers visiting Lumen Field, the Seahawks will soon have to make a number of tough decisions with their roster. Who has an inside track to the 53 after two preseason games?

Without a catch over the past two seasons, Dareke Young had much left to prove heading into the final year of his rookie contract. But no player has done more with his latest opportunity, setting the stage for a breakout in Klint Kubiak’s offense.

Back in full pads for the first time in nearly three weeks, the Seahawks’ bell cow back looked ready to face the 49ers in Tuesday’s final open practice for fans, while an intriguing group of undrafted rookie defensive linemen led by Jared Ivey continue to make positive impressions.

From the edge rush group to reserve safeties, the Seahawks still have several battles for roster spots that remain undecided on the defensive side of the ball. Who holds the edge in four ongoing competitions?

From the backfield to the offensive line, the Seahawks still have several battles for roster spots that remain undecided on the offensive side of the ball. Who holds the edge in four ongoing competitions?

In their final full practice before opening the preseason, two rising stars sparred on the outside all afternoon for the Seahawks, while the pressure continues to rise for one of the team’s new veteran receivers with youngsters pushing for his reps.

With 10 training camp practices in the books and the preseason opener only days away, several Seahawks have bolstered their stock battling for starting jobs and roster spots, while others have plenty of work left to do.

Already with 10 practices in the books, several starting jobs and roster spots remain up for grabs as the Seahawks prepare for their first preseason game. Who would be on the final roster if those decisions were made today?

Playing in front of raucous fans for the first time in 2025, Sam Darnold and the Seahawks held a spirited practice on their home turf with plenty of big plays and an unfortunate injury during their annual football fest.

Seeking a downfield threat to help replace DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, the Seahawks may have found a possible solution in ascending rookie Tory Horton, who became the latest member of the 2025 draft class to shine in his first training camp.