Earl Thomas raises 12th Man flag before Seahawks vs. Chargers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Earl Thomas raises the 12th Man flag prior to the Seahawks' matchup against the Chargers on October 4, 2026. This event marks his first official return to the Seahawks as a guest after his playing career. Thomas played nine seasons with Seattle, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and being part of the Super Bowl XLVIII-winning team. He was injured during his final season and did not receive a proper send-off. Today's ceremony symbolizes a new chapter in his relationship with the franchise.
- •Earl Thomas played nine seasons for the Seahawks.
- •He raises the 12th Man flag before today's game.
- •This is Thomas's first return as a guest since retiring.
- •He earned seven Pro Bowl selections during his career.
- •Thomas's last season in Seattle ended with injury.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Earl Thomas to raise 12th Man flag before Seahawks vs. Chargers
"This will be the first time Thomas officially returns as a guest of the organization post-playing career.
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