Seattle Seahawks revamp roster ahead of pivotal 49ers showdown
The Seattle Seahawks are making significant adjustments to their roster as they gear up for a critical Week 18 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers—an encounter that could determine the NFC’s top seed. In a flurry of moves on Tuesday, the Seahawks placed wide receiver Cody White on injured reserve due to a groin injury and added rookie offensive tackle Amari Kight from the practice squad.
With a victory against the 49ers on Saturday, Seattle can secure the coveted No. 1 seed in the NFC, adding extra weight to this already crucial game. To facilitate these changes, the team waived safety D’Anthony Bell, creating space for Kight while also signing undrafted rookie wide receiver Montorie Foster Jr. to the practice squad.
Roster implications for the Week 18 clash
The decision to waive Bell becomes clearer when considering the return of edge rusher Derick Hall, who completed a one-game suspension after the Seahawks faced the Carolina Panthers in Week 17. Bell had provided essential depth, especially with Coby Bryant sidelined due to a knee injury. However, with Bryant’s status still uncertain for the upcoming game, the Seahawks may find themselves needing further reinforcements.
As it stands, with Bell’s departure, the Seahawks will likely look to elevate another player from the practice squad ahead of the showdown. Currently, the team has only Ty Okada and Julian Love available to fill the safety positions, a situation that could raise concerns for defensive stability against a formidable opponent like the 49ers.
With the stakes higher than they have been in nearly a decade, the Seahawks’ strategic roster moves reflect their commitment to maximizing their chances in this pivotal moment of the season.
