Seahawks adjust roster before season opener against Patriots

The Seattle Seahawks announced several roster moves ahead of their 2026 season opener against the New England Patriots. The game is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. EDT at Lumen Field in Seattle. Seattle signed safety AJ Finley from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster. Additionally, the team elevated safety Rodney Thomas II and running back Velus Jones Jr. from the practice squad for the contest. To accommodate these roster shifts, the team waived guard Bryce Cabeldue. Jones Jr., a former third-round draft pick by Chicago, joins the active lineup for the season opener. The matchup serves as a rematch of Super Bowl LX.

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