With two preseason games left, the Seahawks are down to the kind of snaps that can swing a roster spot. That makes this weekend’s meeting with the Titans especially important for a handful of players trying to turn limited chances into something bigger.
Jalen Milroe sits near the top of that list. He showed some positive moments last week against the Cowboys, but he also had his rough patches and, in the end, the improvement from last year was only modest. If Sam Darnold does get work against the Chiefs, as expected, Milroe’s window in this game may be narrow, with whatever drives remain after Drew Lock finishes his turn.
That gives Milroe a real opportunity against Tennessee. It could also be his last meaningful one, because he is unlikely to see regular-season snaps, and the Seahawks could be ready to move on next offseason if he doesn’t make a stronger impression. With the 2027 draft considered rich at quarterback, he needs to give the team a reason not to start looking around in about eight months.
The injury to Jake Bobo in yesterday’s joint practice has also created a opening at receiver. Montorie Foster Jr. appears to be in good shape based on what has come out of camp, but there is still a spot for someone to seize. Cody White looks like the favorite, though the competition is still open.
Emmanuel Henderson Jr. is the name worth watching there. He is younger and cheaper than White, and he also brought special teams value in college.
The big question is whether he can contribute on offense. If he can put together a few plays against the Titans, he could move up the pecking order quickly.
Since Bobo’s biggest value came on special teams, landing a rookie who can handle that role would matter.
Mike Morris is another player who could help himself. He is probably going to make the team, but he is also in the final year of his contract, which makes his situation a little more complicated from a financial standpoint.
He has the build of an interior defensive lineman, and the Seahawks already have plenty of those, especially if Brandon Pili makes it. Still, the team has used Morris as a bigger edge presence, and that keeps the door open.
Seattle could use a fifth edge rusher who can chip in for a few snaps each game, and none of the obvious options did much to separate themselves last week. Morris did manage to get into the backfield a couple of times, and if he keeps showing that kind of burst, there may be a role waiting for him after all.
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