One player who fits into that category is Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III, who was named Seattle's most underappreciated player by NFL.com writer Gennaro Filice. "Walker was appropriately appreciated during his debut campaign of 2022,

Former NFL wideout Bryan Walters explains why Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp could be a great pairing in the Seattle Seahawks' new-look receiving room.

Cross became the first player drafted by the Seahawks to have the fifth year option exercised, and left many fans wondering why the team didn’t simply extend him.

"Some of Seattle's toughest games will be at home this year, which could be a problem for a team that went just 3-6 at home in 2024. The Seahawks will be hosting four teams that made the playoffs last season (Texans, Rams, Buccaneers, Vikings) so they can't afford another year of struggling at home," CBS Sports contributor John Breech wrote.

The Seahawks showcased a shifting strategy during the 2025 NFL draft. Schneider, Macdonald, and Kubiak want to revamp the roster with outstanding athletes. It was mission accomplished, following the additions of talents like Zabel, Emmanwori, Cabeldue, and Jalen Milroe.