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Seahawks consider trading former starter Olu Oluwatimi to Lions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:51 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Seahawks consider trading former starter Olu Oluwatimi to Lions

Summary

Trade speculation has emerged linking Olu Oluwatimi, former starting center for the Seattle Seahawks, to the Detroit Lions. As the Seahawks solidify their roster, Jalen Sundell has established himself as the starting center, prompting the team to explore a potential trade for Oluwatimi, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract. With the Lions facing an injury setback to starting center Cade Mays, Oluwatimi's experience as a starter may make him a valuable addition. The Seahawks have depth on their offensive line, strengthening their position to trade Oluwatimi for draft picks ahead of the 2027 NFL Draft.

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•Olu Oluwatimi is linked to a trade with the Detroit Lions.
•Jalen Sundell is now the starting center for the Seahawks.
•Cade Mays of the Lions is expected to miss several months due to injury.
•The Seahawks could receive a draft pick for Oluwatimi.
•Seahawks have significant depth on their offensive line.

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1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Seattle Seahawks Trade Speculation Links Former Starter to Detroit Lions

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With the 53-man roster crunch coming soon throughout the NFL, trade speculation links former Seattle Seahawks starting center Olu Oluwatimi to the Detroit Lions. With Jalen Sundell firmly cemented as the starting center in Seattle, the Seahawks front office may shop Oluwatimi around the NFL to see what they can get. Reportedly, they tried testing […] The post Seattle Seahawks Trade Speculation Links Former Starter to Detroit Lions appeared first on HEAVY.
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