The Seattle Seahawks have made a significant decision regarding their roster as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. In a surprising move, the team has waived both of their seventh-round rookie cornerbacks, Andre Fuller and Michael Dansby, as they finalize their initial 53-man roster.
According to ESPN’s Brady Henderson, the Seahawks opted to part ways with Fuller, who was drafted from Toledo, alongside Dansby, a standout from Arizona. Both players had the opportunity to showcase their skills during the preseason but ultimately did not make the cut. If they clear waivers by Monday, there is a possibility that they could return to the team via the practice squad, providing a potential second chance to prove themselves.
Fuller and Dansby were part of a cornerback group that has seen considerable turnover, particularly following the departure of Riq Woolen. Currently, the Seahawks' cornerback lineup includes Josh Jobe, Devon Witherspoon, and Nehemiah Pritchett, but the overall depth remains a concern. The team also drafted Julian Neal in the third round, although he missed all of the preseason due to injury, which has left the cornerback position in a state of flux.
In addition to the rookie draft picks, the Seahawks have made other moves to bolster their secondary. They signed Terrion Arnold, who is currently on the commissioner’s exempt list and may not be available for some time. Furthermore, the team acquired veteran cornerback Trevon Diggs and traded for rookie cornerback Avery Smith from the Los Angeles Chargers. These acquisitions indicate a strategic approach to enhancing the cornerback depth, especially as the team navigates the challenges of the upcoming season.
As the Seahawks finalize their roster, there remains uncertainty surrounding other players, including Noah Igbinoghene, who may or may not have secured a spot on the team. The fate of some sixth- and seventh-round draft picks from this year’s class appears grim, with none expected to make the final roster, reflecting the overall perceived weakness of this year's draft class.
With the 2026 season just around the corner, the Seahawks will need to address their cornerback situation quickly. The team's decisions in the coming days will be crucial as they look to build a competitive roster capable of contending in a challenging NFC West division.
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