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Snap Reactions: Many Seahawks 2024 draftees seeing reduced roles

For the third season in a row, the Seattle Seahawks have opened 3-2, matching the record of each of the previous two seasons through the first five games. Interestingly, and meaningless, the Seahawks are 0-3 in Week 5 under Mike…

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 9:45 PM
Snap Reactions: Many Seahawks 2024 draftees seeing reduced roles
Key Things to Know
  • Field Gulls reports that multiple 2024 Seattle Seahawks draft picks are seeing reduced playing time in 2026.
  • Christian Haynes is facing pressure at right guard as rookie Beau Stephens played 48 percent of offensive snaps.
  • Cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett logged just four defensive snaps against the 49ers while shifting largely to special teams.
The Story in 60 Seconds

John Gilbert of Field Gulls analyzes how several members of the Seattle Seahawks' 2024 draft class are experiencing reduced playing time during the 2026 NFL season. Third-round guard Christian Haynes is currently splitting snaps closely with rookie Beau Stephens, while cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett logged a season-low four defensive snaps in Seattle's Week 5 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Gilbert also highlights broader roster trends, including ongoing turnover issues among running backs and minimal involvement from free-agent additions Dante Fowler and Trevon Diggs. Following the 32-point concession to San Francisco, head coach Mike Macdonald's team sits at a 3-2 record heading into their Week 6 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

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