The Seattle Seahawks are already laying the groundwork for 2026, signing 15 players to reserve/futures contracts-a move that gives them an early look at potential depth pieces and developmental talent heading into the offseason. These deals don’t grab headlines the way blockbuster trades or marquee free-agent signings do, but they’re often where rosters are quietly built. Think of it as the NFL’s version of planting seeds before the spring bloom.
Here’s the full list of players Seattle added to their offseason roster:
- RB Cam Akers
- WR Tyrone Broden
- T Logan Brown
- WR Montorie Foster
- CB Tyler Hall
- S Maxen Hook
- **RB Velus Jones Jr. **
- C Federico Maranges
- **LB Chris Paul Jr.
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- LB Jamie Sheriff
- DT J.R. Singleton
- DT Bubba Thomas
- LB Ja’Markis Weston
- WR Ricky White III
- RB Jacardia Wright
Among the group, the most recognizable name is Cam Akers, a former second-round pick who’s had a winding road since his days at Florida State. Drafted by the Rams in 2020, Akers showed early flashes of potential before injuries-specifically two Achilles tears-derailed what looked like a promising career.
Injuries are always tough, but two Achilles tears for a running back? That’s a brutal hand.
Still, Akers has kept grinding. After bouncing between the Rams, Vikings, Texans, and Saints, he landed with the Seahawks late last November.
In 2025, he logged appearances in six games between Minnesota and Seattle, rushing five times for 19 yards. Not eye-popping numbers, but this signing is more about potential than production.
Seattle is taking a low-risk flyer on a player who, when healthy, has shown he can contribute.
The rest of the list is a mix of young players looking to carve out a role and former college standouts hoping to stick on a 90-man roster. Wide receivers like Tyrone Broden, Montorie Foster, and Ricky White III bring size and speed to a room that could use some fresh competition. Velus Jones Jr., another name that might ring a bell, adds return game experience and versatility out of the backfield.
On the defensive side, Tyler Hall and Maxen Hook will look to make their mark in the secondary, while linebackers **Chris Paul Jr. **, Jamie Sheriff, and Ja’Markis Weston add depth to a position group that thrives on special teams contributions.
Up front, defensive tackles J.R. Singleton and Bubba Thomas will get a shot to prove they can hold their ground in the trenches.
These futures deals don’t guarantee a spot on the final roster, but they do offer players a full offseason with the team-access to the weight room, playbook, and coaching staff. For Seattle, it’s about building competition and uncovering hidden gems. For the players, it’s a shot-maybe their last, maybe their best-to make an NFL dream stick.
It’s early in the offseason, but the Seahawks are already setting the tone. These are the kinds of moves that don’t make waves in February but can ripple into real impact by September.