Seahawks trio ranked fifth among NFL defensive groups by Sports Illustrated
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 8:08 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Sports Illustrated ranked the Seattle Seahawks' defensive trio of Leonard Williams, Ernest Jones IV, and Devon Witherspoon as the fifth-best in the NFL for 2026. Each player was recognized as a second-team All-Pro in 2025, contributing significantly to the Seahawks' Super Bowl win over the New England Patriots. The trio's combined efforts played a key role in Seattle's success, with the team achieving an 8-2 record when all three were on the field together. Looking ahead, they aim to help Seattle in its pursuit of another championship.
- •Leonard Williams, Ernest Jones IV, and Devon Witherspoon honored as All-Pro players.
- •Seahawks went 8-2 with all three on the field last season.
- •The team aims for a second consecutive Super Bowl victory in 2026.
- 8:08 PMYahoo Sports — Three Seahawks defenders named No. 5 defensive trio by Sports Illustrated
"Seahawks All-Pro honorees Leonard Williams, Ernest Jones IV and Devon Witherspoon were named the fifth-best defensive trio in the NFL for next season.
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