Dante Fowler Jr. joins Seahawks, aims to bolster defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Dante Fowler Jr. has signed a one-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks worth up to $5 million, a decision aided by former teammate DeMarcus Lawrence's recruitment. Fowler, a former first-round pick, expressed enthusiasm about joining a team with a strong defensive reputation. The Seahawks, who return the majority of last year's defensive roster, have experienced minimal losses heading into the season. Fowler is excited to work with defensive coordinator Aden Durde and the team's strength staff, aiming for a resurgence like he had in 2024. Early training camp reports indicate that Fowler is already making a positive impact.
- •Fowler signed a one-year contract with Seattle in May 2026.
- •He recorded three sacks and 15 tackles with Dallas last season.
- •Seattle's defense remains largely intact from the previous year.
- •Fowler aims to replicate past success with strong shape heading into the season.
- •Head coach Mike Macdonald notes Fowler's positive early camp contributions.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Linebacker Dante Fowler Jr. eager to make impact on Seahawks talented defense
"For veteran linebacker Dante Fowler, Jr., the chance to join the Seattle Seahawks wasn't something he was going to pass up again. After finishing with three sacks and 15 total tackles with Dallas last season, Fowler signed a one-year contract with the Seahawks in May worth up to $5 million. Fowler, the No. 3 overall draft pick by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2015, considered signing in Seattle last year before opting to go back to the Cowboys.
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