Seattle Seahawks in 2025: Roster Shake-ups, Season Outlook & Key Storylines

With a blend of bold offseason moves, high expectations, and a new competitive edge, the Seattle Seahawks are setting the stage for a pivotal 2025 NFL campaign. From landmark departures to emerging studs, here's everything you need to know.

Major Offseason Overhaul and Key Departures

The Seahawks have undergone significant change this offseason:

• Tyler Lockett, Geno Smith, and DK Metcalf all departed—Lockett was released (now with the Titans), while Smith and Metcalf were traded to the Raiders and Steelers (Wikipedia).

• To fill the talent gap, Seattle signed QB Sam Darnold, WR Cooper Kupp, DE DeMarcus Lawrence, and BUILT key defensive pieces like Ernest Jones IV and Jarran Reed (Wikipedia, ESPN.com).

Roster Rebuild: Spotlight on the Draft & New Additions

• Draft Highlights — The front office prioritized foundation players:

  • OL Grey Zabel (Round 1)

  • S Nick Emmanwori, TE Elijah Arroyo

  • QB Jalen Milroe, WR Tory Horton, among others (NFL.com, Field Gulls).

• Preseason Signings — The Seahawks continue to refine depth:

  • Recently added DE Seth Coleman, RB Anthony Tyus, LB Michael Dowell, LS Zach Triner, and more during training camp (Seattle Seahawks).

Training Camp Buzz & Breakout Stars

• Kenneth Walker III is driven to reach All-Pro status, hoping to break previous Seahawks RB trends (Field Gulls).

• Rookie QB Jalen Milroe and safety Nick Emmanwori are generating buzz with standout camp performances (Field Gulls).

• Veteran DeMarcus Lawrence is already impacting the defensive front, while WRs Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp are set for big seasons (Field Gulls).

2024 Season Recap — A Solid Foundation?

• Head Coach Mike Macdonald and GM John Schneider led the Seahawks to a 10–7 record, matching the Rams in the NFC West.

• Unfortunately, they missed the playoffs due to a tiebreaker and year-over-year progression seems poised to break that barrier (Wikipedia).

• Offensively ranked 8th in passing but struggled on the ground (28th); scoring was sixth at 22.1 points per game (ESPN.com).

2025 Schedule & Preseason Lines

Seattle’s schedule features early tests against the 49ers, Pittsburgh, and a midseason clash with New Orleans (Seattle Seahawks, ESPN.com).

In preseason Week 1, the game against the Raiders ended in a dramatic 23–23 tie—true to form, Seattle-style (Field Gulls).

Playoff Odds and Division Race Outlook

• Analysts like those at WindyCityGridiron currently rank Seattle outside the 2025 NFC playoff picture (Windy City Gridiron).

• Still, with skilled additions and strategic direction, there’s optimism that the Seahawks can challenge the likes of the Rams and 49ers in the NFC West.

Final Thoughts: Elevated Expectations for a Rebuilt Seahawks

Seattle has embraced a bold path forward: trading beloved stars and rebuilding through savvy acquisitions and draft capital. The real story in 2025 will be whether this revamped roster can unite under Macdonald’s leadership and break past playoff heartbreak.

Stay tuned—this season might just define the next chapter for the 12s.