Seattle's 53-man cuts included two surprise interior defensive linemen exits, Brandon Pili and Quinton Bohanna, thinning a position that was already thin behind stars Leonard Williams, Jarran Reed and Byron Murphy II. Johnathan Hankins’ absence due to a back injury compounds the risk, leaving Seattle top-heavy and potentially vulnerable to early-season injuries. The Athletic insider’s take underscores the gamble: practice-squad depth may matter more than flash in preseason as Seattle eyes injuries and waiver moves.

Fantasy managers should watch how the Seahawks navigate this depth chart: Williams, Reed and Murphy II anchor the line, while Hankins’ status and the likelihood of Pili or Bohanna sticking on the practice squad will shape week-to-week streaming or relief options. The moves hint at a team prioritizing top-end talent and cap flexibility over immediate depth, with potential waiver claims or returns murkier than expected.