The Seattle Seahawks have been a mainstay in the National Football League since their inception as an expansion team in 1976. Since then, they have become one of the most successful franchises in the NFL and are perennial contenders for postseason glory. The Seahawks boast a rich history full of memorable moments and championship runs, making them one of the most beloved teams among football fans everywhere.
They play their home games at CenturyLink Field, where they regularly draw large crowds to cheer on their favorite players each week. With star quarterback Russell Wilson leading this powerhouse franchise into its next era of success, there’s no telling what heights these men will reach.
1. Russell Wilson
Quarterback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2012–2015, 2017–2021)
- NFL passer rating leader (2015)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (2017)
- Bart Starr Award (2022)
- Griese–Brees Quarterback of the Year (2011)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2011)
- ACC Rookie of the Year (2008)
- ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year (2008)
- First-team All-ACC (2008)
- Second-team All-ACC (2010)
- NC State Wolfpack jersey No. 16 retired
Russell Wilson was born on November 29, 1988, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended Collegiate School where he played football and graduated in 2010. After playing at NC State for two years, he transferred to Wisconsin and became the Badgers' starting quarterback in 2011.
In 2012, Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with their 3rd round pick (75th overall). Over the next six seasons, he led Seattle to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances (2014 & 2015), becoming just the 2nd player ever to do so after Tom Brady of the New England Patriots (2007–2012).
On January 14th, 2019 Russell announced his retirement from professional football following a successful season as Captain of the Seahawks' team which made it all the way to Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams who eventually won 61-17.
He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2012 and became their starting quarterback that season.
Wilson led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory over the Broncos in 2018, becoming just the second player in NFL history to win multiple championships with two different teams.
He has also been selected for nine Pro Bowls and holds several franchise records, including the most career passing touchdowns (385) and passer rating (104.1).
In 2020, Wilson received Walter Payton Man of the Year honors from The Associated Press after leading his team to another championship appearance despite injuring his knee late in the season.
2. Bobby Wagner
Linebacker
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- 6× First-team All-Pro (2014, 2016–2020)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2021)
- 8× Pro Bowl (2014–2021)
- 2× NFL tackles leader (2016, 2019)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2012)
- 3× First-team All-WAC (2009–2011)
- Senior Bowl MVP (2012)
Wagner was a two-time All-Pro linebacker with the Seattle. Seahawks in his six seasons there.
He signed with the Los. Angeles Rams as a free agent in 2022 and have since been an important part of their defense.
Wagner is known for being very physical and aggressive on the field, which has helped him accumulate over 100 tackles each season during his time with the Rams.
He is expected to retire after this season, having played in all but one game throughout his career thus far.
Wagner was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He has been a consistent performer for Seattle and is considered to be one of the best middle linebackers in football.
Wagner has won multiple awards, including two Pro Bowls and eight Super Bowl rings with Seattle as a member of their team.
He was also named First-team All-Pro in 2014, 2016–2020, and Second-team All-Pro in 2015 and 2021 respectively. In 2019 he became the NFL tackles leader with 137 tackles played throughout the season.
3. Cortez Kennedy
Defensive tackle
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1992)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1992–1994)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1991, 1996)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1991–1996, 1998, 1999)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1990)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- Seattle Seahawks No. 96 retired
- 2× National champion (1987, 1989)
- Consensus All-American (1989)
Cortez Kennedy was a dominant defensive tackle in the NFL for many years, playing for the Seahawks and Dolphins. He won two Super Bowls with Seattle, in 1994 and 1997, as well as being named to three Pro Bowls.
Kennedy also played for the Cardinals (2001–2003), Ravens (2004), and Jets (2005). In 2006 he retired from football due to injuries sustained during his time with Miami but made a comeback in 2011 with Baltimore before retiring again in 2012.
Cortez Kennedy died of natural causes at age 48 on May 23rd, 2017 after battling cancer throughout his life. Cortez Kennedy was a dominant defensive player in the NFL during the 1990s. He won three consecutive Defensive Player of the Year Awards and was also an All-Pro multiple times.
In addition to his on-field success, Kennedy is also well known for his charity work with various organizations. He has raised millions of dollars for cancer research and other causes throughout his career.
Kennedy retired from football in 2000 after 14 seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, but he continues to make occasional appearances at games and events around the country.
4. Walter Jones
Tackle
Career
- 4× First-team All-Pro (2001, 2004, 2005, 2007)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2008)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1999, 2001–2008)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1997)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- Seattle Seahawks No. 71 retired
- Second-team All-American (1996)
- Second-team All-ACC (1996)
Walter Jones is a 6'5" and 325lb offensive tackle who played his entire career with the Seattle Seahawks. Walter Jones was drafted 1st overall in 1997 by the Seahawks and has been a mainstay on their line ever since.
He has won many awards, including 3 Pro Bowls, 2 All-Pro selections, and Super Bowl XLVIII MVP. Walter Jones will retire at the end of the 2009 season after 10 years with Seattle.
Walter Jones was a three-time first-team All-Pro and two-time second-team All-Pro in the NFL.
He played nine seasons with the Seattle Seahawks where he won a ring, made eight Pro Bowls, and earned Second-Team All-American honors twice.
Walter Jones retired after the 2013 season having appeared in 180 games over his career - all starts - with 3 fumble recoveries.
5. Steve Largent
Wide receiver
Career
- NFL Man of the Year (1988)
- First-team All-Pro (1985)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (1978, 1979, 1984, 1987)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1978, 1979, 1981, 1984–1987)
- 2× NFL receiving yards leader (1979, 1985)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1976)
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- Seattle Seahawks No. 80 retired
- Bart Starr Award (1989)
- Tulsa Golden Hurricane No. 83 retired
After a standout career at the University of Tulsa, Steve Largent was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 1978. He spent 12 seasons with the team before retiring in 1993.
In 1994, he was elected to Congress and served for six years until 2002. After his retirement from politics, Steve Largent continued to work as an NFL commentator on television and radio broadcasts until 2011.
In 2014, he published his autobiography "Touchdown: My Story of Life, Love, and Leadership." Steve Largent was one of the most famous and popular wide receivers in NFL history.
He is best known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks, where he won four consecutive Second-team All-Pro honors.
Steve Largent also had a successful career outside of the NFL, winning both an NFL Man of the Year award and a Pro Bowl appearance during his time as a player-coach in the USFL.
After retiring from football, Steve Largent has continued to be involved in sports through broadcasting and coaching roles.
6. Kenny Easley
Strong safety
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1984)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (1982–1985)
- Second-team All-Pro (1987)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1982–1985, 1987)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1981)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- Seattle Seahawks No. 45 retired
- 3× Consensus All-American (1978–1980)
- UCLA Bruins No. 5 retired
Kenny Easley was a strong safety who played for the Seattle Seahawks from 1981 to 1987. He won two Super Bowls with the team, in 1983 and 1984. Easley also spent time with the New England Patriots (1988) and Philadelphia Eagles (1989-1991).
In total, he played 16 seasons in the NFL. Kenny is currently a football coach at South Hampton Roads High School in Virginia Beach, where he has led his team to three state championships since 2009.
Easley was born on January 15th, 1959 in Chesapeake, Virginia and now aged 63 years old lives in Virginia Beach with his wife Karen and their four children: sons Carson and Cameron Jr., daughters Kennedy and Kaylee Kenny Easley was a star linebacker for the UCLA Bruins from 1978-1980 and was consensus All-American in his final two seasons.
He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with the fifth pick of the 1981 NFL Draft and spent 10 seasons with them, amassing over 350 tackles, three interceptions, and eight sacks.
In 1984, he won Defensive Player of the Year honors after leading all players in total defense and making more interceptions than any other player in the league.
The following year he was named to second-team All-Pro after recording 111 tackles, and 4 interceptions including one returned for a touchdown, 2 sacks, and 1 Forced fumble.
Easley finished his career with five Pro Bowl appearances (1982–1985) before retiring at age 33 due to injuries sustained during Super Bowl XLIII against Pittsburgh Steelers.
Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger left him paralyzed from the waist down on his right side as well as suffering brain damage that led to seizures; however, Kenny remains an outspoken advocate for head trauma awareness today.
7. Earl Thomas
Free safety
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2012–2014)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2017)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2011–2015, 2017, 2019)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- Consensus All-American (2009)
- First-team All-Big 12 (2009)
Earl Thomas is a free safety for the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted by the team in 2010 and has remained with them since.
Thomas has recorded over 100 tackles in each of his four seasons with Seattle, as well as one interception and two sacks.
He made headlines in 2018 when he took part in an on-field protest against police brutality during the National Anthem before a game against Arizona Cardinals.
Thomas signed with the Baltimore Ravens following his release from Seattle at the end of the season and is expected to compete for a starting spot this year Earl Thomas is a three-time first-team All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowler in the NFL.
He was selected to both the Associated Press (AP) and American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) All-America teams as a senior in 2009.
Thomas led Seattle to its first Super Bowl victory over Arizona Cardinals in 2013, earning MVP honors for his efforts on defense.
In 2017, he signed with the Dallas Cowboys where he played until 2019 before retiring at the end of that season due to injury concerns stemming from his previous playing style Earl Thomas has also been recognized by Sports Illustrated as one of their 100 Most Influential Athletes of all time.
while being voted into The Sporting News’s “NFL 100: Legends” list twice – once as a First Team selection and again as part of the Second Team alongside Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Deion Sanders among others.
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8. Richard Sherman
Cornerback
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2012–2014)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2019)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2013–2016, 2019)
- NFL interceptions leader (2013)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
Sherman was born in Compton, California, and attended Manuel Dominguez High School. Sherman played college football at Stanford where he was a two-time All-American and won the 2009 Heisman Trophy.
After his successful collegiate career, Sherman was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He spent six seasons with the team before signing with the San Francisco 49ers in 2018.
Sherman has been considered one of the best cornerbacks in league history and is currently a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers roster. Sherman was drafted in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks.
Sherman has been a dominant player for both his team and the league, winning several awards along the way including 3x First-team All-Pro (2012-2014), 2x Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2019), and 5 Pro Bowls. Sherman is known for his lockdown coverage which has led to him being named NFL interceptions leader three times (2013).
Despite his dominance on defense, Sherman also excels on offense as he leads all players with 74 receptions during his career - 50 of those coming in 2018 alone.
9. Tyler Lockett
Wide receiver
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2015)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2016, 2017)
- Pro Bowl (2015)
- NFL kickoff return yards leader (2017)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2015)
- Jet Award (2014)
- 2× Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year (2013, 2014)
- Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year (2011)
- 2× First-team All-American (2011, 2014)
- 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2013, 2014)
- Second-team All-Big 12 (2011)
- Kansas State Wildcats Ring of Honour
Tyler Lockett was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He played college football at Kansas State and has since been with the Seattle Seahawks.
In 2018, he had his best season yet as a Seahawk, recording over 1,000 receiving yards for the first time in his career. Despite this success, Tyler Lockett is not without controversy as he has been accused of cheating during games once or twice throughout his career.
Regardless of these allegations, Tyler Lockett remains one of Seattle's most important players and will continue to be so for years to come Tyler Lockett was one of the most electric players in the NFL during his time with the Kansas State Wildcats.
He had a Pro Bowl appearance and two Second-team All-Pro selections under his belt by the age of 24 when he entered the NFL draft in 2015.
His speed, athleticism, and elusiveness made him an extremely difficult player for defenders to deal with both on offense and special teams - which is partly why he led all returners in yards per kick (22.1) last season.
With Jimmy Garoppolo now quarterbacking for San Francisco, Lockett will have plenty of opportunities to make plays downfield this upcoming season - especially if Marquise Goodwin isn't able to stay healthy again.
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10. DK Metcalf
Wide receiver
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- Pro Bowl (2020)
DK Metcalf was a wide receiver for the Ole Miss Rebels from 2016-2018. He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2019 and played with them in 2020.
DK is known for his speed and athleticism, which helped him win awards such as SEC Special Teams Player of the Year and Second Team All-SEC honors in 2018.
In addition to football, Metcalf also competes in track & field events at Ole Miss. His personal bests include a 100 meters time of 10.64 seconds (tied for fifth fastest ever recorded by an SEC player) and a 200 meters time of 22.38 seconds (seventh fastest).
After leaving college, he signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent but did not make any appearances during their season.
On October 2nd, 2021 he announced his retirement from professional football after suffering a torn ACL while playing against the Los Angeles Rams DK Metcalf had a breakout rookie season in the NFL, leading all receivers with 1,519 yards and nine touchdowns despite playing just 10 games.
He followed that up with another strong year in 2020, catching 298 passes for 2,782 yards and 14 touchdowns while also making his first Pro Bowl appearance.
DK Metcalf is still young (25 years old as of 2019), so there's potential for even more success in his career if he continues to produce at this level.
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11. Marshawn Lynch
Running back
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- First-team All-Pro (2012)
- Second-team All-Pro (2014)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2008, 2011–2014)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2013, 2014)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2007)
- First-team All-American (2006)
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2006)
- Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year (2006)
- Holiday Bowl Co-Offensive MVP (2006)
- Las Vegas Bowl MVP (2005)
Marshawn Lynch is an American football running back who played for the Seattle Seahawks, Oakland Raiders, and Buffalo Bills in his career. He was drafted by the Seahawks in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft and spent six seasons with them before moving to Oakland in 2017.
In 2018, he signed with the Bills but retired at the season's end after only three games due to a neck injury.
Lynch has been outspoken about his beliefs and refused to stand during 'The Star-Spangled Banner prior to several games during his time with the Seahawks and Raiders; this led him into conflict with team management on multiple occasions.
After retiring from football, he started working as an entrepreneur focusing on clothing brands and food products. Lynch is one of the most decorated running backs in NFL history.
He has won 5 Super Bowls and was a first-team All-Pro 4 times. Lynch retired after the 2017 season but came out of retirement to play for the Seattle Seahawks in 2018.
The Oakland Raiders drafted him number 1 overall in 2007, but he only played 2 seasons with them before moving on to Seattle Seahawks.
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12. Marcus Trufant
Cornerback
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2007)
- Pro Bowl (2007)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2003)
- PFW All-Rookie (2003)
- Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary Team
- Second-team All-American (2002)
- First-team All-Pac-10 (2002)
Trufant attended Woodrow Wilson High School in Tacoma, Washington, and was a three-sport athlete. He played football, basketball, and baseball for the Trojans.
Trufant was one of the best cornerback prospects coming out of high school and was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks as the 11th overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft.
After playing four seasons with Seattle, he signed a five-year deal with Jacksonville Jaguars as a free agent in 2013. Marcus is considered to be one of the best cornerbacks ever to play in the NFL and has won two Super Bowls (2007 & 2010) while also being named an All-Pro twice (2005 & 2009).
Marcus Trufant is a former first-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks who has played in the NFL for nine seasons. He started all 16 games in 2011 and was voted to his third Pro Bowl that season. Marcus Trufant's best season came in 2007 when he was named First-team All-Pro and earned a Pro Bowl invitation.
In addition to playing cornerback, Marcus Trufant also spends time on special teams as an extra defender.
After being released by the Seahawks at the end of the 2013 season, Marcus Trufant signed with Atlanta Falcons but was cut before the start of the 2014 campaign Marcus Trufant will be looking to make another comeback this year after struggling with injuries throughout his career.
13. Shaun Alexander
Running back
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (2005)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2005)
- First-team All-Pro (2005)
- Second-team All-Pro (2004)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2003–2005)
- Bert Bell Award (2005)
- NFL rushing yards leader (2005)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2001, 2005)
- NFL scoring leader (2005)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary team
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- First-team All-American (1999)
- First-team All-SEC (1999)
- Second-team All-SEC (1998)
- SEC Player of the Year (1999)
Shaun Alexander is a running back who played for the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Redskins in the NFL. He was drafted by the Seahawks in 2000 and spent six seasons with them before moving to Washington in 2008.
Alexander has been named an all-star twice (2005, 2006) and won three rushing titles with Seattle. In 2007 he led the NFC in yards from scrimmage (1,880), earning him a spot on the Pro Bowl team that year as well as MVP honors at Super Bowl XLIII against Pittsburgh Steelers.
Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger His best season came in 2005 when he rushed for 1,935 yards along with 21 touchdowns – both career highs – en route to being voted into his third consecutive Pro Bowler election After again leading the league in rushing yards during his first season with Washington (2008).
Injuries limited him to just nine games over two years later In 2011 he signed with Atlanta Falcons but was released after one season Alexander was a dominant NFL running back in the 2000s, amassing numerous accolades along the way.
He was named league MVP in 2005 and Offensive Player of the Year that same year. Alexander also led the NFL in rushing yards twice (2001, 2005) and scored more than 2,000 points during his career. After retiring from playing football, Alexander started his own private business empire and is now an ambassador for several charities.
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14. Quandre Diggs
Free safety
Career
- 3× Pro Bowl (2020–2022)
- 2× Second-team All-Big 12 (2011, 2014)
- Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year (2011)
Diggs was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2015 but never played a down for them. He was traded to Seattle Seahawks the following year and has been a staple on their defense ever since.
Diggs is known as one of the best free safeties in the league and his play often dictates how successful Seattle's defense is. His ability to read offensive plays quickly and make tackles makes him an important player on both sides of the ball.
Diggs has two interceptions and six sacks in his career so far, proving he can be an impactful player even when not making big plays himself.
Diggs is set to become a free agent at the end of this season, meaning there's no telling where he'll end up next if he doesn't re-sign with Seattle soon Quandre Diggs was a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time Second-team All-Big 12 player at Oklahoma State.
He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft and started in his rookie season. In 2019, he helped lead the Vikings to their first NFC Championship game since 2009 and their first appearance in Super Bowl LIII since 1976.
15. Jordyn Brooks
Linebacker
Career
- Second team All-American (2019)
- First team All-Big 12 (2019)
Jordyn Brooks was born on October 21, 1997, in Dallas, Texas. She attended Stratford High School before enrolling at Texas Tech University where she played linebacker for the Red Raiders.
In 2020, Jordyn was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with their first-round pick (27th overall) in the 2020 NFL Draft and has since been a regular starter for them.
Jordyn is married to her college sweetheart and they have one child together who was born in 2019.
Jordyn Brooks is a 2019 second-team All-American linebacker for the Kansas Jayhawks. Jordyn was drafted in the sixth round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills.
Jordyn has played in 41 games with 36 starts, totaling 398 tackles, 2 sacks, 12 pass deflections, and 1 forced fumble.
In addition to her play on the field, Jordyn is also known for her work as an ambassador for the charity and her contribution to her community through events like “Big Brothers Big Sisters”.
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16. Darrell Taylor
Defensive end
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2020–present)
Darrell Taylor was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2020. He played college football at Tennessee and was a 2nd round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Darrell is an outside linebacker who has had success playing against the run and passing downs.
Darrell is 25 years old and stands 6'4" tall with a weight of 267 pounds (121 kilograms). Darrell Taylor was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2020.
Darrell Taylor has made an impact on both the defensive and offensive lines for the Seahawks over his two seasons with the team.
Darrell Taylor is known for being a hard worker who puts in extra effort during practice and games. Darrell Taylor will likely be a part of the Seahawk's defense for many years to come, as he continues to develop his skills at this level of football.
17. Rashaad Penny
Running back
Career
- Consensus All-American (2017)
- MWC Offensive Player of the Year (2017)
- 3× MWC Special Teams Player of the Year (2015, 2016, 2017)
- 3× First-team All-MWC (2015, 2016, 2017)
Penny was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2018 NFL Draft. Penny played college football at San Diego State and had a productive career with the Aztecs.
Penny has been a key part of Seattle's offense since being drafted, averaging 4 yards per carry during his tenure with the team. In March 2019, it was reported that Penny would miss time due to an ankle injury sustained earlier in the season.
While he is sidelined, Thomas Rawls will likely see increased playing time on offense for Seattle moving forward. When healthy, Penny is one of the most explosive running backs in all of professional football and should be considered a top-tier option at his position come fantasy draft day.
Penny was one of the most productive running backs in college football and is expected to be a high draft pick.
Penny has great speed and can run through defenders, which will make him an asset as a runner in the NFL. He also has excellent hands and good vision, making him difficult to tackle even when he’s not breaking any big runs.
However, there are some question marks about his durability after suffering several injuries during his career at San Diego State University. If healthy, Penny could be a valuable addition for any team looking for an effective rusher on offense.
18. Jacob Green
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (1984)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1986, 1987)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1980)
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- All-American (1979)
Jacob Green was a dominant defensive end in the NFL for over 20 years. He played for both Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers during his career. Jacob Green was born on January 21, 1957, in Pasadena, Texas.
Jacob Green attended Houston Kashmere High School and played football there before attending Texas A&M University where he became one of the most decorated players in school history.
Jacob Green was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with the 10th overall pick in 1980 and went on to play 11 seasons with them before joining the San Francisco 49ers in 1992.
Jacob Green is a two-time Pro Bowler (1984, 1985) and three-time All-Pro selection (1983–1985). He also won Super Bowl XLIII with the 49ers against Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this year (2013).
After retiring from playing professional football, Jacob now works as an analyst for Fox Sports Southwest covering Dallas Cowboys games alongside play-by-play commentator Daryl Johnston Jr.
Jacob Green was a standout defensive back at the University of Washington and played for Seattle Seahawks from 1987-1993. He was selected to play in both Pro Bowls and second-team All-Pro in 1984.
Jacob also helped lead UW to their first-ever Rose Bowl win over USC in 1980, earning him All-American honors that year as well as a place on the College Football Hall of Fame’s inaugural class later that year.
After his playing career ended, Jacob became an assistant coach with the Seahawks until he retired following the 2003 season; during this time he won two more Super Bowl titles as head coach of the defense (2005 & 2014).
In total, Jacob had nine seasons of coaching experience before he took up his current role as Director of Player Development for Seattle's new football operations department.
19. Matt Hasselbeck
Quarterback
Career
- Green Bay Packers (1998–2000)
- Seattle Seahawks (2001–2010)
- Tennessee Titans (2011–2012)
- Indianapolis Colts (2013–2015)
Matt Hasselbeck is a former quarterback in the NFL who played for the Seattle Seahawks from 2001 to 2010.
Matt has had a successful career with both the Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks, amassing over 25,000 passing yards and 140 touchdowns in his time in the league.
Matt retired from playing football after being released by the Tennessee Titans at the end of the 2012 season. He now works as an analyst for ESPN's Monday Night Football coverage. Matt Hasselbeck has had a lengthy and successful NFL career, playing for the Indianapolis Colts from 2013-2015.
He was a three-time Pro Bowler with Seattle Seahawks and is widely respected as one of the best quarterbacks in league history. Matt started his career as an undrafted free agent out of Boston College but quickly made himself into one of the top quarterbacks in the game.
His spectacular play led him to sign with Seattle Seahawks in 2003, where he spent five seasons before joining Indy in 2013.
In Indianapolis, Matt helped lead them to two consecutive AFC South championships (2013-2014), earning him trips to both the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl XLIV against New Orleans Saints respectively.
Sadly, his time at Indy came to an end after they were defeated by Pittsburgh Steelers in their second attempt at making it back to the big show – finishing with 36,638 passing yards and 212 touchdowns/153 interceptions on offense during his three years there.
After ending his tenure with Indianapolis, Matt signed a two-year deal with Arizona Cardinals prior to their season opener this year – looking forward to helping them contend for NFC West supremacy once again.
20. Jamal Adams
Strong safety
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2018, 2020)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2018–2020)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
- Second-team All-American (2016)
- First-team All-SEC (2016)
- Second-team All-SEC (2015)
Jamal Adams was a standout at Hebron High School in Carrollton, Texas before playing college football for LSU. Adams was drafted by the New York Jets in 2017 but only played one season with them before being traded to the Seattle Seahawks.
He has been a mainstay on the team since 2020 and is considered one of the best strong safeties in the league. Adams was a standout at the University of Missouri, where he was twice named first-team All-American.
Adams went undrafted in the 2017 NFL Draft but signed with the New York Jets as a free agent. Adams made an immediate impact with the Jets, becoming one of their best defenders and earning multiple Pro Bowl appearances.
In 2018, Adams emerged as one of the league's top safeties and was rewarded with his first Second Team All-Pro award. Adams continued to be among the elite safeties in 2019 when he earned First-Team All-Pro honors and led all players in interceptions for the season.
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21. Jim Zorn
Career
- Boise State (1988–1991)
- Offensive assistant & quarterbacks coach
- Utah State (1992–1994)
- Offensive coordinator
- Minnesota (1995–1996)
- Quarterbacks coach
- Seattle Seahawks (1997)
- Offensive assistant
- Detroit Lions (1998–2000)
- Quarterbacks coach
- Seattle Seahawks (2001–2007)
- Quarterbacks coach
- Washington Redskins (2008–2009)
- Head coach
- Baltimore Ravens (2010)
- Quarterbacks coach
- Kansas City Chiefs (2011–2012)
- Quarterbacks coach
- Seattle Dragons (2020)
- Head coach & general manager
Jim Zorn played quarterback for the Seahawks from 1976 to 1984. He was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 1975 but did not play with them. He then spent four years playing for the Seattle Seahawks before retiring in 1984.
Jim Zorn is now a television broadcaster and analyst, most notably working as an NFL commentator on ESPN since 2007. In 2009, he became head coach of the Washington Redskins, but resigned after one season due to health concerns related to his battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
He has been married to his wife Jackie since 1978 and they have three children together: Katie, Adam, and Jesse James (born 1986). Jim Zorn was inducted into both the College Football Hall of Fame (2006) and Pro Football Hall of Fame (2009), becoming only the third player in history - following.
Walter Payton and Joe Montana - were inducted twice into professional football's two highest honor boards Jim Zorn was the quarterback's coach for the Washington Redskins from 2008-2009. He previously served as offensive coordinator for Seattle Seahawks from 1997-2000 and Detroit Lions from 1998-2000.
In 2001, he became QBs coach with the Seattle Seahawks where he worked under head coaches Mike Holmgren and Pete Carroll until 2007 when he left to become offensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings.
After two seasons in Minnesota, Zorn was hired by Jim Harbaugh to serve as a quarterback consultant with the San Francisco 49ers in 2010 before being fired after one season on December 15th, 2011.
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22. Curt Warner
Career
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1983, 1986, 1987)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1983, 1986, 1987)
- 2× UPI AFC Offensive Player of the Year (1983, 1986)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1983)
- Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor
- First-team All-American (1981)
- Second-team All-American (1982)
- State of Washington Sports Hall of Fame (2017)
Curt Warner was a running back for the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams during his NFL career. He was drafted by the Seahawks in the 1983 NFL Draft and played with them from 1983 to 1989.
He then moved on to play for the Rams from 1990 to 1993. Warner is a two-time Pro Bowler who ended his playing career with 1,489 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns in 93 games played over nine seasons Curt Warner was one of the most prolific running backs in college football history.
He rushed for over 6,000 yards and 63 touchdowns during his three-year career at Southern California.
Warner was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the first round of the 1983 NFL Draft, and he quickly became one of the league's best running backs. He played on three Pro Bowl teams and won two UPI AFC Offensive Player of the Year awards.
Warner retired from professional football after the 1987 season, but he continues to be recognized as one of the sport's all-time greats. He has inducted into both the College Football Hall of Fame and the Seattle Seahawks Ring of Honor in 2017.
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23. K. J. Wright
Linebacker
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2011–2020)
- Las Vegas Raiders (2021)
Wright was a four-year starter at Mississippi State, and he finished his career with 208 tackles, 10.5 sacks, two interceptions, and one forced fumble.
The Seahawks drafted Wright in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL Draft and he started 14 games for Seattle over the next three seasons before being traded to the Detroit Lions in 2018.
In total, Wright has played in 108 games (76 starts) during his five-year NFL career and recorded 511 tackles (331 solos), 32 sacks, eight passes defended, six interceptions, and two forced fumbles.
Wright is a strong run defender who can shed blocks quickly to make plays on the ball carrier; as such he is also used occasionally as an extra rusher off the edge in defensive coordinator Dan Quinn's 3-4 scheme.
At 33 years old, Wright may have had his best season yet in 2019 when he totaled 78 tackles (53 solos), 6½ sacks and three passes defensed playing mostly alongside Frank Clark on Seattle's dominant defense en route to their first Super Bowl victory since 2013.
K. J. Wright is a versatile linebacker who has played in both the 4-3 and 3-4 defense schemes in the NFL. He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2008, but he never made an impact with them before being traded to the Minnesota Vikings midway through his rookie season.
Wright had a breakout year with Minnesota in 2011, recording 112 tackles, 5 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles en route to winning Defensive Player of the Year honors from ESPN's SportsNation poll. The Chicago Bears signed him as a free agent prior to the 2013 season and he helped lead them to their first Super Bowl appearance since 1985.
That year while also becoming league MVP runner-up behind Peyton Manning of Denver Broncos fame After two more successful seasons in Chicago (2015 & 2016), KJ Wright decided it was time for something new and signed on with Oakland Raiders ahead of this upcoming 2021 season.
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24. Jon Ryan
Punter
Career
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2004–2005)
- Green Bay Packers (2006–2007)
- Seattle Seahawks (2008–2017)
- Buffalo Bills (2018)*
- Saskatchewan Roughriders (2019–2021)
- Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2022)*
- Edmonton Elks (2022)
Jon Ryan is a talented punter who has played for the Seahawks since 2008. He was drafted by the Packers in 2004 but never made an impact there before moving on to Seattle.
In Seattle, he became one of the most consistent and important players on their team, playing until 2017 when he joined the Bills. Despite his success at both professional levels, Jon still finds time to give back to charity work - most notably through his involvement with The Starkey.
Hearing Foundation helps deaf and hearing-impaired people access advanced medical care needs free of charge.
Jon Ryan is a veteran punter in the CFL and NFL. He has been a three-time CFL West All-Star and was part of the Calgary Stampeders' winning Super Bowl team in 2017. In the NFL, he has played for the Seattle Seahawks (2010–2015), Philadelphia Eagles (2016), and Chicago Bears (2017).
Ryan's career NHL statistics include 914 punts for 40,895 yards and an average of 44.7 yards per punt – all league highs at different points in his career.
25. Kam Chancellor
Strong safety
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2013, 2014)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013–2015)
- Second-team All-ACC (2009)
Kam Chancellor is a strong safety for the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted in the fifth round of the 2010 NFL Draft and has played his entire career with the team.
Chancellor is known for his hard hits, especially against receivers in the red zone. He has made two Pro Bowls and four All-Pro teams during his time with Seattle. In 2017, Kam Chancellor was placed on injured reserve after suffering a neck injury in Week 10 against Carolina Panthers.
Kam Chancellor will turn 35 years old this year and it's possible that he could retire at the end of the 2017 season Kam Chancellor is a veteran safety for the Seattle Seahawks and was key in their victory in Super Bowl XLVIII.
He has been named to multiple All-Pro teams and led the NFL with 12 interceptions in 2015.
Chancellor also has 607 tackles, 2 sacks, 9 forced fumbles, 3 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception returned for a touchdown during his career.
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26. Charles Cross
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2022–present)
Charles Cross was born on November 25, 2000, in Laurel, Mississippi. Charles attended high school at Laurel and played football for the Tigers before committing to play college football at Mississippi State.
After two seasons with the Bulldogs, Charles was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2022 NFL Draft as their ninth pick overall.
As a rookie with Seattle in 2022, Cross started all 16 games at right tackle and helped lead his team to an 11-5 record and a playoff berth despite being hampered by injury late in the season.
In 2023, Cross continued his strong play for Seattle and finished second on the team behind only quarterback Russell Wilson with 84 combined tackles (60 solos), 4 sacks, 2 interceptions, 5 pass defenses, 1 fumble recovery, and one touchdown while also adding 3 kick returns for touchdowns during that campaign en route to being named an All-Pro selection by both Pro Football Weekly.
Sports Illustrated magazine along with receiving votes from The Associated Press (AP) and ESPN as well as earning First Team All-NFL honors from league media outlets such as NFL Network/Fox Sports 1 & CBSSports .com In 2024Cross once again led all offensive linemen in total snaps played (1123), rushing yards allowed per attempt (.06), knockdowns (-1)and QB pressures (-8).
However, he would suffer another major knee injury early into Week 10 against Arizona which ended his season prematurely after just six appearances off of injured reserve due to what would be diagnosed four months later as a torn ACL - ending his fourth consecutive year of playing all sixteen games for Seattle consecutively Charles returned healthy following surgery.
He tore ligaments AGAIN within 6 weeks of returning – this time tearing his MCL – effectively ending any hopes or dreams of him ever becoming a full-time starting OT again let alone having a long career like many other top players.
who have had successful careers spanning over multiple years including Tom Brady (#11 / New England Patriots ), Joe Montana (#15 / San Francisco 49ers ), Brett Favre (#4 / Green Bay Packers ), etc.
It is important to note that there are some players who can overcome injuries such as Peyton Manning (#18 / Denver Broncos ) or Drew Brees (#9 / New Orleans Saints ) however given Charles' history it's fair to say that this will likely be his final chance at having sustained success throughout an entire NFL season Charles Cross is a former all-conference cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks, who was drafted in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
In his rookie season, he started 12 games and recorded 49 tackles, one interception, and two pass deflections. He improved upon those stats in his sophomore campaign by starting all 12 games and recording 60 tackles, three interceptions, and seven pass deflections.
Charles Cross garnered First Team All-SEC recognition from the SEC Media Committee in 2021 after posting 69 total tackles (40 solos), four interceptions (tied for third-most in the conference), and six passes defended (third-most).
Although he entered into the 2022 NFL Draft as an underclassman with high draft potential, injuries derailed what could have been a successful career at Auburn University where he starred as both a cornerback and safety during his collegiate career.
27. Doug Baldwin
Wide receiver
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2016, 2017)
- NFL receiving touchdowns co-leader (2015)
Doug Baldwin is a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks. Baldwin was born on September 21, 1988, in Gulf Breeze, Florida. He attended Stanford where he played college football and received All-American honors.
Doug Baldwin was undrafted in 2011 but signed with the Seattle Seahawks shortly thereafter and has been a mainstay of their offense ever since.
In addition to his NFL career, Doug Baldwin has also played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Arizona Cardinals, both of whom he helped win Super Bowls during his time there respectively as a player and captain of the team's special teams unit (two-time champion).
Doug Baldwin's accolades include being named to four Pro Bowls (2012, 2013–2015), two First-Team All-Pro selections (2013, 2015), and one Second-Team selection (2014). His personal achievements include being married with two children.
Having founded TheDougBaldwin Foundation which helps disadvantaged youth, and hosting an annual charity golf tournament benefitting Children's Hospital Los Angeles which raised over $1 million dollars last year alone.
Doug Baldwin is a talented wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks and has been one of their most consistent players over the past few seasons. He was drafted by the Seahawks in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft and has seen his role increase steadily since then.
In addition to being a great receiver, he also plays cornerback on occasion depending on how injuries affect the team's depth chart at that position.
He made history as part of Seattle's Super Bowl XLVIII championship team, becoming just the second player ever to win two Pro Bowls while playing with one team (the other being teammate Marshawn Lynch).
Baldwin is always looking to make an impact on both offense and defense, which makes him an important contributor to any squad he joins up with next season.
28. Chris Gray
Career
- Miami Dolphins (1993–1996)
- Chicago Bears (1997)
- Seattle Seahawks (1998–2007)
Gray was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 5th round of the 1993 NFL Draft. He played for them from 1993 to 1998 and then had a brief stint with the Indianapolis Colts before retiring in 2001.
Gray has since worked as a commentator for college football broadcasts and is also involved with charity work. In 2006, he was inducted into Auburn's Athletic Hall of Fame alongside other former Tigers stars such as Bo Jackson and Pat Sullivan.
Gray married his wife, Kristin, in 1997; they have two children together, a daughter Emmalee (born 1999), and a son Carson (born 2002). Gray currently resides in Birmingham, Alabama with his family Gray played for the Miami Dolphins from 1993-1996, and then he went on to play for the Chicago Bears from 1997-2007.
Gray was a very durable player, starting 170 games in his career. He is also known as one of the best pass rushers in NFL history, with 118 sacks over his career.
Gray was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2012, and he currently works as an analyst for Fox Sports 1's "Fox NFL Sunday." Overall, Gray was a very successful player who will be remembered by fans for many years to come.
29. Chris Carson
Running back
Career
- Butler CC (2013–2014)
- Oklahoma State (2015–2016)
Chris Carson was born on September 16, 1994, in Biloxi, Mississippi. He played running back for Parkview High School before attending Butler CC where he starred as a receiver and rusher.
In 2015 and 2016, Chris Carson led Oklahoma State to back-to-back Big 12 titles as the Cowboys' primary rushing option behind record-setting quarterback Mason Rudolph.
The 28-year-old runner signed with Seattle following his senior season at Oklahoma State and is currently competing for a roster spot during preseason training camp.
Chris Carson has experience playing both wide receiver and running back in college which gives him versatility if injuries occur or games are decided by fourth-quarter comebacks like they did last season.
Houston in the Red River Rivalry game where an 11-yard run by Carson secured the win on 4th down with 1:54 remaining giving Okst States their ninth straight victory over Texas A&M dating all the way back to 1899.
Chris Carson is a dynamic running back who was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the seventh round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He played college football at Oklahoma State University and finished with 3,502 rushing yards and 24 rushing touchdowns over his four seasons there.
Carson has excellent speed and quickness, which makes him extremely dangerous as a runner on the ground. He will need to work on his pass-blocking skills if he wants to make it in the NFL, but overall he is an exciting young player with a lot of potentials.
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30. Max Unger
Center
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- First-team All-Pro (2012)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2012, 2013, 2018)
- First-team All-American (2008)
- 2× First-team All-Pac-10 (2007, 2008)
Unger is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro center for the New Orleans Saints. Unger was born in Hawaii, attended high school in Waimea, and played college football in Oregon.
After playing sparingly as a rookie with the Saints, he became an integral part of their offensive line during his second season (2009). In 2013, Unger signed with the Seattle Seahawks on a five-year deal worth $43 million but struggled to play up to expectations due to injury; he was released after one season.
He signed with the Saint Louis Rams on March 9th, 2016 but was cut just 3 days later due to injuries sustained from practice drills.
On September 2nd,2016 Max Unger re-signed with the Saints only two days after being waived by St Louis Rams again Unger was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2009 and played for them until 2014.
Unger is a six-time Pro Bowler, two-time First Team All-Pro, and one of the most consistent centers in the NFL over that time period. In 2018 he signed with the New Orleans Saints and helped lead them to their first Super Bowl victory since 2006.
31. Jimmy Graham
Tight end
Career
- New Orleans Saints (2010–2014)
- Seattle Seahawks (2015–2017)
- Green Bay Packers (2018–2019)
- Chicago Bears (2020–2021)
Jimmy Graham is a tight end for the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints. He was drafted by the Saints in 2010 and played four seasons with them before being traded to the Seahawks in 2015.
In 2017, he signed with the Green Bay Packers and has continued to be one of their top players ever since. Jimmy Graham is one of the most accomplished tight ends in NFL history. He has been to five Pro Bowls and led the league in receiving touchdowns twice.
In 2017, he was traded from the New Orleans Saints to the Seattle Seahawks and had a career year with 78 receptions for 1,157 yards and 10 touchdowns. Graham will be 33 years old at the end of the season and may not have many more seasons left as a top-tier player in the NFL.
32. Dave Krieg
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (1980–1991)
- Kansas City Chiefs (1992–1993)
- Detroit Lions (1994)
- Arizona Cardinals (1995)
- Chicago Bears (1996)
- Tennessee Oilers (1997–1998)
Dave Krieg was a quarterback in the NFL for over 20 years. He played for the Seahawks, Chiefs, and Lions. Krieg is best known for his time with the Seahawks, where he led Seattle to two Super Bowl appearances (1988 and 1991).
After leaving Seattle, Kriegh made a return to the playoffs with Kansas City in 1992 and 1993. He also appeared in one game for Detroit in 1994 before retiring from football later that year. Dave Krieg was a three-time Pro Bowler and one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in NFL history.
Dave Krieg spent his entire career with the Seattle Seahawks, where he helped lead them to two Super Bowl titles. He is also notable for being one of only two players ever to pass for over 5,000 yards and 40 touchdowns in a single season. After retiring from football, Dave Krieg went on to have a successful career as an analyst for ESPN SportsCenter.
33. Duane Brown
Tackle
Career
- Houston Texans (2008–2017)
- Seattle Seahawks (2017–2021)
- New York Jets (2022–present)
Brown was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2008 and spent eight seasons with the team before signing with the Seattle Seahawks in 2018. Brown is a veteran of both the NFL and college football, having played for Virginia Tech from 2003 to 2007.
He has amassed over 100 tackles and 10 sacks during his career. In addition to playing on offense, Brown also serves as an assistant coach at his alma mater, Virginia Tech. Brown is one of the best offensive linemen in the NFL and has been a key part of Seattle's success over the past few seasons.
He was an All-Pro selection in 2012 and 2018, as well as being named to four Pro Bowls during that time. Brown is a big guy at 6'5", and 315 pounds, but he moves extremely well for someone his size, making him difficult to block even for some of the most physical defenders in the league.
The Seahawks will be hoping that Brown can maintain his level of play into his thirties after signing a three-year deal extension earlier this year.
Brown may not have had quite such an illustrious career if it wasn't for injuries elsewhere on Seattle's roster throughout much of his tenure with the team so far - a testament to just how important he has proven to be over time.
34. Joe Nash
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1984)
- Pro Bowl (1984)
- Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary Team
Joe Nash was a dominant defensive tackle for the Seahawks from 1982 to 1996. He recorded 256 tackles, 16 sacks, and five interceptions in his career. Nash is known as one of the hardest hitters in NFL history and was named an All-Pro selection six times.
After retiring from football, Nash became a commentator for Fox Sports Net (FSN) and currently works as a color analyst on Seahawks games. Joe Nash remains Seattle's all-time leader in solo tackles with 531 and ranks fourth overall in franchise history with 1279 combined tackles.
In March 2018, it was announced that Nash had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and would be undergoing treatment. Nash was a standout quarterback in the NFL for many years, playing for the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Redskins. He won first-team All-Pro honors in 1984 and appeared in two Pro Bowls.
Nash retired from football after the 2003 season but made a comeback to play with his old team, the Seahawks, in 2008. In 2013, he was inducted into the Washington State Sports Hall of Fame.
35. Lofa Tatupu
Linebacker
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2007)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2005–2007)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2005)
- Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary Team
- 2× AP national champion (2003, 2004)
- First-team All-American (2004)
Lofa Tatupu was born on November 15, 1982, in San Diego, California. He played college football at USC and was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round of the 2005 NFL Draft.
Tatupu has spent his entire career with the Seattle Seahawks and Atlanta Falcons, amassing over 200 total tackles and 3 sacks during that time span.
In 2013, he announced his retirement from professional football after 10 seasons; however, he later decided to return for one final season with the Falcons in 2016.
At 40 years old, Lofa Tatupu is currently a coach for both his sons' middle school teams in Southern California as well as working as an analyst for Fox Sports West's pre-game show "Kickoff".
Lofa Tatupu was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fifth round of the 2005 NFL Draft and spent four seasons with the team before being released on November 1, 2009.
Tatupu signed with the Arizona Cardinals on December 2, 2009, and played two seasons for them before retiring after Super Bowl XLIII. Tatupu joined Seattle's coaching staff as an assistant linebacker coach in 2015 and helped lead the team to a Divisional Round appearance in 2016.
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36. Jermaine Kearse
Wide receiver
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2012–2016)
- New York Jets (2017–2018)
- Detroit Lions (2019)
Jermaine Kearse is a former American football player who played for the Seattle Seahawks and New York Jets in the National Football League. Kearse originally attended Washington University in St.
Louis, but did not play football for the Huskies due to an injury he suffered during his senior year of high school. He then transferred to Washington, where he played wide receiver for two seasons under head coach Rick Neuheisel before being drafted by Seattle in 2012.
After one season with the Seahawks, Kearse was traded to the New York Jets where he had a more successful tenure; serving as their main receiving threat over three seasons from 2017-2018.
Before retiring at age 31 due to injuries sustained in the 2018 playoffs against Philadelphia Eagles (Kearse caught 5 passes for 104 yards and 2 touchdowns).
In 2019, Kearse joined The NFL Network as a program assistant working on various projects related to both football and broadcasting Jermaine Kearse is a former wide receiver for the Detroit Lions and Washington Redskins.
He was a key part of the Lions' Super Bowl XLVIII victory over the Seattle Seahawks, recording 17 receptions for 255 yards and three touchdowns in that game.
Kearse has also been successful in his career on special teams, helping to make some big plays for Washington over the years.
He entered the league as an undrafted free agent with Detroit in 2013 and helped them win their first NFL Championship that year before being traded to Washington later that season.
Kearse has continued his success since joining Washington, setting franchise records for receiving yards (3,290) and touchdown catches (17).
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37. Steve Hutchinson
Guard
Career
- 5× First-team All-Pro (2003, 2005, 2007–2009)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2004, 2006)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2003–2009)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2001)
- 50 Greatest Vikings
- National champion (1997)
- Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year (2000)
- Unanimous All-American (2000)
- Rose Bowl champion (1997)
- Orange Bowl champion (1999)
- 2× Florida Citrus Bowl champion (1998, 2000)
Hutchinson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2001 but did not play a single game for them. He was signed by the Minnesota Vikings shortly after and played there until 2005.
Hutchinson then spent two seasons with the Tennessee Titans before signing with the Minnesota Vikings again in 2006.
He would stay with them until 2011. Hutchinson has since retired from football, but he continues to work as a guard for the Minneapolis Swarm of the Arena Football League (AFL).
Steve Hutchinson is married and has three children: two daughters and one son. Hutchinson was a four-time first-team All-Pro and two-time second-team All-Pro, earning seven Pro Bowl appearances in his nine seasons with the Vikings.
Hutchinson led the NFL in rushing yards three times (2003, 2005, 2007) and touchdowns once (2006).
He also finished seventh in receptions during his career with 184 catches for 2,527 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Hutchinson played college football at Florida State University where he won the National Championship as well as the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year award in 2000.
After retiring from professional football following the 2009 season Hutchinson became an analyst on ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcasts before joining Fox Sports North as an assistant coach for their Minnesota Vikings coverage starting in 2018.
38. Michael Sinclair
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (1998)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1996–1998)
- NFL sacks leader (1998)
- NFL forced fumbles leader (1998)
- Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary Team
Michael Sinclair was a defensive end who played for the Seattle Seahawks and Sacramento Surge in the NFL. He attended Eastern New Mexico University, where he was an All-American and received several accolades, including being named First Team All-American by The Sporting News.
After playing for the Seahawks from 1991 to 2001, Sinclair spent two seasons as assistant head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles before returning to Seattle in 2003 as their linebackers coach under then-head coach Mike Holmgren.
He left Seattle after one season to become defensive coordinator of the Miami Dolphins but resigned after only six months due to differences with new head coach Nick Saban over player development plans.
In 2009, Sinclair became defensive line/outside linebacker coach with the Buffalo Bills but was fired following his third season there despite leading Buffalo's defense which finished 12th in points allowed (24 per game).
Since leaving coaching altogether in 2013, Michael has worked as a television analyst for various NFL games and contributed articles on football topics for various websites Michael Sinclair played defensive line for the Montreal Alouettes from 2008 to 2012.
He then spent one season as assistant head coach and defensive line with the Saskatchewan Roughriders before joining the Chicago Bears in 2013. In his three seasons with Montreal, Sinclair was a regular selection for all-star games and Pro Bowls.
His impressive stats include 351 tackles, 73 sacks, 25 forced fumbles, and two interceptions during that time period alone. Michael Sinclair is now an assistant head coach with the Seattle Seahawks after spending last year with them in their 35th-anniversary team celebration tour of Canada.
39. Warren Moon
Career
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1990)
- NFL Man of the Year (1989)
- Second-team All-Pro (1990)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1988–1995, 1997)
- 2× NFL passing yards leader (1990, 1991)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (1990)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1984)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
- Tennessee Titans No. 1 retired
- Bart Starr Award (1994)
- Pac-8 Co-Player of the Year (1977)
- Rose Bowl MVP (1978)
- Texas Sports Hall of Fame
Warren Moon was a three-time Pro Bowler and led the Houston Oilers to two Super Bowls. He retired in 1993 after playing for the Edmonton Eskimos, Houston Oilers, Seattle Seahawks, and Minnesota Vikings.
In 2006 he was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. Moon is currently an ESPN analyst and co-host of "NFL Countdown".
He resides in suburban Los Angeles with his wife Laurie and their four children: sons Kyle (born 1990) and Keegan (born 1992), daughter Kaylee (born 1994), and son Tristan (born 1998).
Warren Moon was a quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. He won two Super Bowls with each team and was twice named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Moon also played in both the Canadian Football League and NCAA Division I college football, winning several awards along the way.
40. Chad Brown
Career
- Pittsburgh Steelers (1993–1996)
- Seattle Seahawks (1997–2004)
- New England Patriots (2005)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2006)
- New England Patriots (2007)
Chad Brown played linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Seattle Seahawks over a ten-year career. He was drafted by the Steelers in 1993 and spent four seasons with them before joining the Seahawks in 1997.
After three years with Seattle, he moved on to play for the New England Patriots from 2005 until his retirement in 2006. Chad received two Super Bowl rings while playing for New England, as well as five Pro Bowl appearances throughout his career.
Chad Brown was a linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 2006-2007. He played in all 16 games and had 94 tackles, six sacks, one interception, and 17 forced fumbles during his time with the Steelers.
Chad Brown also played for the New England Patriots in 2007 where he registered 91 combined tackles, 2 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble across 14 games Played.
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41. Bruce Irvin
Linebacker
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2012–2015)
- Oakland Raiders (2016–2018)
- Atlanta Falcons (2018)
- Carolina Panthers (2019)
- Seattle Seahawks (2020)
- Chicago Bears (2021)
- Seattle Seahawks (2022–present)
Irvin was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2012. He played linebacker for the Seahawks until 2016 when he was traded to the Oakland Raiders. Irvin has also played for the Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons in his career.
In 2018, Irvin signed with the Detroit Lions Bruce Irvin is a powerful and versatile linebacker who has been an important part of two Super Bowl champions.
Irvin was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft and has since played for them, as well as the Oakland Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, and Carolina Panthers.
He is known for his speed and explosiveness off the edge, which has helped him be one of the league's top pass-rushers over his career.
Irvin was named to both The PFWA All-Rookie Team in 2012 and to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2019 while with Seattle; he also won a Super Bowl title with that team in 2018.
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42. Poona Ford
Defensive tackle
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2018–present)
Poona Ford was born on November 19, 1995, in Beaufort, South Carolina. He attended Hilton Head High School and played football for the school's varsity team.
Ford then went to play college football at Texas where he started all 16 games as a sophomore and junior before being drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2018.
In his rookie season with the Seahawks, he finished with 5 sacks and 2 forced fumbles in 14 games (13 starts). In 2019, Ford improved upon his stats from the previous year, tallying 8 sacks and 1 interception while starting all 16 games for Seattle again en route to being named an All-Pro selection by The Associated Press (AP).
Poona Ford is an NFL defensive lineman who was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth round of the 2018 draft. He played college football at Texas A&M and has experience playing both tackle and end positions.
Ford started his career with the Seahawks as a reserve player but quickly worked his way up to becoming a starter on their defense, recording 164 tackles, 6.5 sacks, and one forced fumble over eight seasons in Seattle.
In 2019 he was named to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career and also received Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year honors from various media outlets including Sports Illustrated. Ford remains with Seattle through the 2022 season after signing a two-year contract extension earlier this year.
43. Uchenna Nwosu
Career
- Los Angeles Chargers (2018–2021)
- Seattle Seahawks (2022–present)
Uchenna Nwosu was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2018. He played for the Chargers from 2018-2021. Uchenna is a linebacker and he was ranked as the 10th-best outside linebacker in the NFL Draft.
Uchenna has played college football at USC and he has been praised for his speed, agility, strength, and athleticism on the field. In addition to playing football, Uchenna also participates in track and field events such as jumping javelin and discus competitions where he often achieves top results nationally.
Uchenna Nwosu is a 2017 first-team All-Pac-12 linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and played college football at USC. Uchenna has a strong character and leadership qualities which have helped him develop into one of the best linebackers in the NFL.
He is known for his intensity on the field as well as his tackling abilities which have led to him being named to multiple Pro Bowls and All-Pro teams over the course of his career thus.
44. Michael Dickson
Punter
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2018)
- Pro Bowl (2018)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2018)
- Texas Bowl MVP (2017)
- 2017 Ray Guy Award
- 2017 All-American
- 2017 GPR Punt Rating national leader, 99.13
- Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year (2016, 2017)
Michael Dickson is a punter for the Seattle Seahawks. He was born in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, and attended Kirrawee High School before going to college in Texas.
Dickson signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent in 2018 and has since played in all 16 regular season games on the team's roster. In his rookie year, he averaged 44 yards per punt while helping lead the Seahawks to their first playoff berth in franchise history.
Michael Dickson is currently active on the Seahawks' roster and looks likely to continue playing for them into 2019 Dickson is a standout punter in the NFL who has been named to multiple All-Pro teams and was awarded the Ray Guy Award as the nation's top collegiate punter in 2017.
He holds several career punt rating records and was also Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year in 2016 and 2017.
Dickson began his professional football career with the Houston Texans before being traded to Seattle Seahawks prior to the 2018 season. His stellar play at both positions will likely see him inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame one day, making him one of the elite athletes in American sports history.
45. Joey Galloway
Wide receiver
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (1995–1999)
- Dallas Cowboys (2000–2003)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2004–2008)
- New England Patriots (2009)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2009)
- Washington Redskins (2010)
Joey Galloway was a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers over his 10-year NFL career. He caught 219 passes for 3,527 yards and 23 touchdowns in his career.
Galloway also returned 54 kicks for 1,098 yards and two touchdowns during his time in the NFL. After retiring from football, Galloway started a real estate company with his business partner Tim Tebow in 2012.
Joey Galloway is a former NFL wide receiver who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots, and Washington Redskins from 2003 to 2008.
Galloway was drafted by the Steelers in the third round of the 2003 NFL Draft and spent four seasons with Pittsburgh before being traded to the New England Patriots in 2007.
In his seven seasons with New England, Galloway made five Pro Bowl appearances including two as First Team All-Pro selection and one as Second Team All-Pro selection.
Following his time with the Patriots, Galloway signed a three-year contract with the Washington Redskins in 2009 but only managed to play one season due to injuries sustained during camp that year.
Also Played For: ohio state buckeyes football
46. Ricky Watters
Running back
Career
- San Francisco 49ers (1991–1994)
- Philadelphia Eagles (1995–1997)
- Seattle Seahawks (1998–2001)
Ricky Watters was drafted in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers. He played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1995-1997 before signing with the Miami Dolphins in 1998.
Watters then spent time with several other teams, including stints with the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, before retiring after a season with the Arizona Cardinals in 2003. Ricky is best known for his running back career, which saw him amass over 2,500 yards and 20 touchdowns on offense during his nine seasons in the NFL.
After retirement, Ricky has worked as a commentator on Fox Sports' pregame shows as well as serving as an analyst on various sports broadcasts both domestically and internationally.
Ricky Watters was one of the most versatile players in Seahawk's history. He played running back, wide receiver, and cornerback for Seattle from 1998 to 2001.
Watters led the Seahawks in rushing yards and touchdowns during his three-year career with the team. His 78 rushing touchdowns are a franchise record.
Watters also had success as a receiver for Seattle, totaling 4,248 receiving yards and 13 touchdown receptions over his career.
After leaving the NFL, Watters became an analyst on HBO's "Real Sports" show before joining ESPN as a football analyst in 2006.
47. Carlos Dunlap
Linebacker
Career
- 2× Pro Bowl (2015, 2016)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010)
- BCS national champion (2009)
- BCS National Championship Defensive MVP (2009)
- First-team All-SEC (2009)
Carlos Dunlap was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2010. He has played for the Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs since then.
Carlos Dunlap is known for being a strong defensive lineman who can cause disruption on the opposing team's offensive line.
In 2018, he was named to his first Pro Bowl and led the NFL with 17 sacks that season. Carlos Dunlap is married with two children and currently resides in North Charleston, South Carolina Carlos Dunlap is a versatile defensive lineman who can play on the edge or in the middle of the defense.
He has been a Pro Bowler and All-Pro selection both seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals, and he was also conference champion and national championship MVP in 2009 while at Florida State University.
Dunlap is known for his relentless pursuit of opposing quarterbacks, as well as his dominance against run offenses.
The 28-year-old should continue to improve upon his already formidable stats over the next few years, making him one of the most promising defensive linemen in recent memory.
48. Norm Johnson
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1984)
- Second-team All-Pro (1993)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1984, 1993)
- 2× PFW Golden Toe Award (1984, 1993)
- Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary Team
Norm Johnson was a kicker for the Seattle Seahawks, Atlanta Falcons, and Pittsburgh Steelers in his career. Norm Johnson is best known for making four field goals in Super Bowl XXIII to help the Steelers win their sixth championship.
After retiring from playing football, Norm started a successful business as an entrepreneur and marketing consultant. In 2009, Norm was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his accomplishments on the gridiron.
Norm Johnson was one of the most consistent kickers in NFL history. He made at least one field goal in every game he played from 1984-1993, and finished his career with 366 total kicks. Norm Johnson also had a strong leg on extra points, making 638 of them during his 14-year career.
Norm Johnson is best known for being a member of the Seahawks team that won their first Super Bowl title in 1983. After retiring as an active player, Norm Johnson served as head coach of the Minnesota Vikings from 2003-2006 before returning to Seattle to become the assistant general manager/special teams coordinator under Pete Carroll in 2007.
Johnson retired after 13 seasons with Seattle - including 10 consecutive years as special teams coordinator - where he led one of the league's top units and helped guide Washington to its first-ever NFC championship appearance in 2016.
49. Jarran Reed
Defensive tackle
Career
- Seattle Seahawks (2016–2020)
- Kansas City Chiefs (2021)
- Green Bay Packers (2022–present)
Jarran Reed is an American defensive end who was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the 2016 NFL Draft. He played college football at East Mississippi and Alabama, where he won a National Championship with Crimson Tide in 2015.
Reed has also appeared in the NFL for the Seattle Seahawks (2016-2018) and Green Bay Packers (2018). In 2018, Reed helped lead the Packers to their fourth Super Bowl victory over New England Patriots Jarran Reed is an NFL linebacker who was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
Reed played college football at Alabama, where he won numerous awards including First-team All-American and SEC Defensive Player of the Year. In his rookie season with Seattle, Reed made a huge impact as a tackler and pass defender, helping lead the Seahawks to their second consecutive CFP national championship.
As a sophomore with Kansas City in 2017, Reed continued his stellar play while also leading all linebackers in tackles for loss (14).
The Green Bay Packers acquired Reed from Kansas City during Free Agency in 2018 and have since seen him make an immediate impact on their defense as one of their most important players.
Also Played For: east mississippi community college
50. Al Woods
Defensive tackle
Career
- New Orleans Saints (2010)*
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2010)*
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2010)
- Seattle Seahawks (2011)
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2011–2013)
- Tennessee Titans (2014–2016)
- Indianapolis Colts (2017–2018)
- Seattle Seahawks (2019)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (2020)
- Seattle Seahawks (2021–present)
Al Woods is a nose tackle for the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted by the Saints in 2010 but only played one season with them before being traded to Pittsburgh.
In his three seasons with the Steelers, he has been a key part of their defensive line and has made several big plays on defense. Al Woods is currently playing for the Seahawks and is considered one of their best players at Nose Tackle.
Al Woods is an NFL Defensive Tackle who has spent his entire career with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2009 but never played a down for them before being traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2011.
In 2014, he won Super Bowl XLIX as part of the Seattle Seahawks roster and was named MVP of that game. After spending three seasons with the Titans, Al Woods signed with Indianapolis Colts in 2018 where he currently plays defensive tackle for their team.
51. Quinton Dunbar
Cornerback
Career
- Washington Redskins (2015–2019)
- Seattle Seahawks (2020)
- Detroit Lions (2021)*
- Arizona Cardinals (2021)*
- Green Bay Packers (2021)*
Dunbar was drafted by the Washington Redskins in 2015 but did not play for them until 2019. Dunbar has made 19 starts over the course of his career and recorded 76 tackles, four interceptions, two sacks, and one forced fumble.
Dunbar is best known for his impressive interception totals (he has five) and strong tackling ability. Quinton Dunbar was drafted by the Seahawks in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He played college football at UCLA, where he totaled 190 tackles, 10 interceptions, and 40 pass deflections.
The 5'11", 203-pound cornerback is expected to contribute immediately on defense for Seattle.
Final Words
The Seattle Seahawks are one of the most successful teams in NFL history. They have won three Super Bowls and have had many talented players over the years.
Some of their best players include Richard Sherman, Russell Wilson, and Marshawn Lynch.
