Montorie Foster Jr. returns to Seahawks training camp amid battle for roster spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:13 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Montorie Foster Jr. has returned to Seattle Seahawks training camp following a release in August 2025 due to a hamstring injury. The former Michigan State wide receiver had to take on a role as a substitute teacher while training independently for 18 weeks. Foster Jr. expressed his commitment to making the team's 53-man roster for the upcoming season, despite competition from other receivers. He aims to leverage his experience and skills gained during his brief time in the NFL, including a season that concluded with a Super Bowl championship.
- •Foster Jr. was released by the Seahawks in August 2025 due to injury.
- •He worked as a substitute teacher during his recovery period.
- •Foster Jr. aims to make the 53-man roster for the 2026 season.
- •He earned $13,000 and a Super Bowl ring last season as a practice squad member.
- •His base salary for 2026 is set at $885,000.
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — The dual life of NFL hopeful Seattle Seahawks’ WR Montorie Foster Jr.
"Former Michigan State wide receiver Montorie Foster Jr. has returned to join the training camp, he had been released by the Seahawks in August 2025 due to a hamstring injury.
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