Seahawks rotate team captain assignments on a weekly basis for regular season

The Seahawks will utilize a rotating group of captains for each game this season instead of naming season-long leaders. Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the policy ahead of the team's opening game against the Patriots on Wednesday night. For the season opener, the designated captains include quarterback Sam Darnold, linebacker Ernest Jones IV, fullback Brady Russell, and defensive tackle Leonard Williams. Macdonald stated the program is designed to recognize individual performance and leadership contributions throughout the roster rather than assigning a permanent status. While Darnold will serve as captain for Week 1, the head coach indicated that the selections will fluctuate from week to week based on individual preparation and team standing. This approach aims to provide a platform for various players to exercise a voice within the locker room throughout the year.

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