Tyrice Knight’s knee injury and a medical issue leave Seattle’s linebacking corps thin for weeks, forcing the Seahawks to lean on Drake Thomas and D’Eryk Jackson during the preseason opener against Las Vegas. Thomas handled the bulk of the action in the middle, but his 47.2 overall Pro Football Focus grade reflected rough matchups, while rookie UDFA Jackson posted a sturdier 65.1. Both players finished with two tackles apiece as Ernest Jones sat out. Knight’s absence widens the gap behind him and will stretch Seattle’s depth through the next three tune-ups.

With three preseason games remaining against Kansas City and Green Bay, plus a Packers joint practice, Seattle will continue to evaluate its inside linebackers—Thomas, Jackson, Patrick O’Connell, and Michael Dowell—looking for a reliable rotational group. Knight could miss multiple weeks, but a return around Week 1 remains a possibility, giving Macdonald a clearer picture of where the depth chart stands as the season approaches.

As the Seattle Seahawks prepare for training camp set to begin on July 23, six rookies have been placed on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list. This includes notable fifth-round pick Rylie Mills, a defensive tackle from Notre Dame, who suffered an ACL injury during the College Football Playoff. Mills, along with wide receivers Tyrone Broden and Montorie Foster, linebacker D'Eryk Jackson, and cornerbacks Isas Waxter and Zy Alexander, will miss the camp's start. Players on the NFI list can return once they pass a physical, giving hope to fans and the team for a swift recovery.

The Seattle Seahawks have made roster moves following their recent Rookie Minicamp, signing undrafted free agents Montorie Foster Jr. and D'Eryk Jackson. Foster, a wide receiver, comes from Michigan State, where he showcased his skills over five seasons. Jackson, a linebacker, aims to bolster the Seahawks' defense as they look to improve in the upcoming NFL season.

Foster adds depth to a receiving corps already featuring stars like DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, while Jackson brings versatility to the linebacker position. These signings reflect the Seahawks' strategy of building a competitive team through a mix of drafted players and undrafted talents.