The Seattle Seahawks announced their 17-man practice squad for 2026, featuring veterans like Trevon Diggs but omitting expected players such as safety D’Anthony Bell and cornerback Noah Igbinoghene, with roster cuts and waiver processes shaping the final list.
The Seattle Seahawks finalized their 17-man practice squad for the 2026 season, revealing a mix of veterans and rookies while excluding several players who had been anticipated to join the group. The announcement came after the team trimmed its roster to 53 players, with 14 additional players needing to clear waivers to join the practice squad.
Key Inclusions and Omissions
The practice squad includes former two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs, along with veterans Velus Jones Jr. and Rodney Thomas II, who were not required to clear waivers due to their vested status. Rookie third-round pick Julian Neal and recent trade acquisition Avery Smith are also on the 53-man roster, positioning them as potential replacements for the cornerback role.
Notably, safety D’Anthony Bell, cornerback Noah Igbinoghene, and wide receiver Cody White were excluded despite being released during the roster cutdown. Bell, who started two games last season, was seen as a candidate to fill the team’s big-nickel role if safety Nick Emmanwori remained sidelined. Igbinoghene, signed in March, was in contention for the third cornerback spot, while White had been in the mix after Jake Bobo’s injury.
White ultimately signed with the Las Vegas Raiders’ practice squad, reuniting with former Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. The Seahawks’ practice squad also includes four seventh-round draft picks—Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Aaron Fuller, Deven Eastern, and Michael Dansby—who cleared waivers to join the group.
The Seahawks’ practice squad consists exclusively of players from their training camp and preseason rosters, as noted in the second source. Vested veterans who bypassed waivers include Velus Jones Jr., Trevon Diggs, and Rodney Thomas II. The team’s 17-man squad features four rookie draft picks—sixth-round wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr., seventh-round cornerback Aaron Fuller, seventh-round nose tackle Deven Eastern, and seventh-round cornerback Michael Dansby—alongside undrafted rookies Uso Seumalo, Aidan Hubbard, and Marvin Jones Jr.
Other notable additions include fourth-year safety AJ Finley, second-year wideout Ricky White III, and undrafted rookie nose tackle Uso Seumalo. The full 17-man practice squad includes: • RB Jacardia Wright • RB Velus Jones Jr. • WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr. • WR Ricky White III • WR Julian Hicks • OT Logan Brown • C Federico Maranges • CB Trevon Diggs • CB Andre Fuller • CB Michael Dansby • S Rodney Thomas II • S AJ Finley • S Maxen Hook • EDGE Aidan Hubbard • EDGE Marvin Jones Jr. • NT Deven Eastern • NT Uso Seumalo.
Waiver Process and Roster Dynamics
Of the 17 players on the practice squad, 14 had to pass through waivers before being signed, highlighting the fluid nature of the process. Players like Jamie Sheriff and Jalan Gaines did not make the initial 17-man list. The team’s practice squad also features undrafted rookies Uso Seumalo, Aidan Hubbard, and Marvin Jones Jr., who were added after clearing waivers.
The Seahawks retained an extra roster spot through the International Player Pathway exception, which is currently held by center Federico Maranges. This allows the team to carry an additional player without affecting the standard 53-man limit, a strategy seen in previous seasons. The exception has been used for a second year in a row for Maranges, who is listed on the practice squad.
Seattle’s practice squad includes four waived draft picks—Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Deven Eastern, Michael Dansby, and Andre Fuller—who were signed after clearing waivers. The team’s remaining 14 practice squad players had to pass through waivers, as noted in the first source. This process underscores the competitive nature of roster construction, with players like Jamie Sheriff and Jalan Gaines falling short of securing a spot.
The Seahawks’ practice squad will remain dynamic as the team navigates injuries and performance adjustments. With Emmanwori’s availability still uncertain, the absence of Bell and Igbinoghene could impact defensive depth. The team’s ability to leverage the International Player Pathway exception may also influence future roster decisions, particularly if key players face setbacks.
