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Seahawks Roster Cuts Loom as Milroe Struggles in Preseason Finale
24 Aug
Summary
- Seahawks have until Aug. 29 to reduce roster to 53 players
- Rookie QB Jalen Milroe lost 3 fumbles and was sacked 5 times
- Injuries to Jake Bobo and Tyler Hall raise concerns
As the Seattle Seahawks prepare for the upcoming NFL season, they have until August 29th to reduce their roster to 53 players. The team's preseason finale against the Green Bay Packers on August 24th provided a final opportunity for players to make their case for a spot on the team.
Rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe, the Seahawks' third-round pick, had a shaky outing in the game, losing three separate fumbles and being sacked five times. Milroe did manage to throw an 18-yard touchdown pass, but it's clear he still needs more development to be a viable option at the NFL level. Head coach Mike Macdonald acknowledged that Milroe needs to improve his ball security and decision-making.
The game also saw a scary collision between Jake Bobo and cornerback Tyler Hall on a punt return, with both players sustaining injuries. Bobo suffered a concussion, while Hall hurt his knee, though the injury appears to be structurally sound.
Despite the struggles, Macdonald praised the team's effort, saying the players put together a "heck of a training camp" and should be proud of their work. However, the coaching staff and general manager John Schneider now face the difficult task of making the final roster decisions ahead of the deadline.
With the preseason evaluation phase now complete, the Seahawks will need to carefully weigh their options and determine which players will make the final 53-man roster. The team's commitment to the running game and the presence of a third quarterback in Milroe could also factor into the decisions.
