The Seahawks’ backup quarterback job is the one to watch as training camp opens, and the competition looks like it’s there for the taking.
Jalen Milroe is the name that changes the conversation. The source of this report suggests Seattle would like to see something from him in camp and preseason, which puts Drew Lock in a spot where he has to earn the role.
That doesn’t mean Milroe is on some make-or-break clock, and it doesn’t mean Lock suddenly has something massive hanging over him either. It does mean the battle is live.
There’s also a separate note of caution around safety Nick Emmanwori, who is a little banged up. He was among three Seahawks veterans placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list on Monday, along with running back Kenny McIntosh and cornerback Tyrone Broden. That development came as the team closed in on veteran report day later this week.
The PUP news has already drawn attention around camp, especially with Emmanwori expected to be one of the more closely watched players once practices begin. Former NFL wide receiver Michael Bumpus also shared his concern level about Emmanwori landing on the list.
Training camp will also bring the cameras with it. “Hard Knocks” is set to start filming when the Seahawks open camp this weekend, which means the spotlight will be on the players and coaches from the jump.
Beyond the roster notes, there’s plenty of quarterback talk building around Seattle. Sam Darnold’s next step is part of that conversation, along with what Lock and Milroe can show in the weeks ahead. However it shakes out, the backup quarterback race is one of the clearest storylines on the board.
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