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Over the last couple of years, the Seattle Seahawks have gotten a few players to come out of nowhere and elevate themselves to effective starter status.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / July 17

Top 25 Seattle Seahawks Going into 2026 NFL Season: #16 Drake Thomas

There are many key players on the Seattle Seahawks’ Dark Side Defense. One of the most underrated positions on that defense is the off-ball linebackers.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / June 29

Seahawks Could Get More From Drake Thomas After Extension

The Seattle Seahawks’ Dark Side Defense isn’t just a small group of stars that dominated opposing offenses, but a collection of impact players throughout the field under one mindset.

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Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / March 19

Seahawks' Drake Thomas Could Be Cheapest 2026 Pro Bowl LB

The Seattle Seahawks may have locked down one of the best inside linebackers in the NFL this offseason for pennies. Seattle re-signed Drake Thomas, a former 2023 undrafted free agent, to a two-year, $8 million deal before even allowing him to hit restricted free agency.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / March 16

Seahawks' Anthony Bradford, Drake Thomas Awarded Huge Bonuses

The Seattle Seahawks had two players among the top 25 NFL players in performance-based pay for the 2025 season, awarding them huge bonuses at the back-end of a Super Bowl-winning season, per The Athletic's Michael-Shawn Dugar.

Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / March 5

Seattle Seahawks make a decision on restricted free agent Drake Thomas

The Seattle Seahawks had a decision to make regarding inside linebacker Drake Thomas, and they've made it quickly.

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Report: Seahawks, LB Drake Thomas agree on 2-year deal worth up to $9 million

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Seattle Seahawks News / Larry Brown Sports / March 5

Seahawks give starting LB a new contract

The Seattle Seahawks are getting an early start before NFL free agency. On Thursday, the Seahawks and starting linebacker Drake Thomas agreed to terms on a new contract that will pay him a base salary of $8 million per season, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Seattle Seahawks News / Field Level Media / March 5

Report: Seahawks, LB Drake Thomas agree on 2-year deal worth up to $9 million

The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks are bringing back starting linebacker Drake Thomas, who agreed to a two-year contract with a base of $8 million and incentives for another $1 million, NFL Network reported on Thursday.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pro Football Rumors / March 5

Seahawks, LB Drake Thomas Agree To Deal

The Seahawks and restricted free agent linebacker Drake Thomas have agreed to a two-year contract, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The deal comes with a base of $8MM and could be worth up to $9MM.

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Seattle Seahawks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5

Seahawks Re-Sign LB Drake Thomas To New Two-Year Contract

According to Ian Rapoport, the Seahawks and LB Drake Thomas have agreed to a two-year, $8 million extension. Thomas was scheduled to be a restricted free

From Wolfpack to Champion: Drake Thomas’ Super Bowl Victory

RALEIGH — There weren't many schools better represented on football's largest stage than NC State was at Super Bowl LX, with three former Wolfpack standouts duking it out in the massive matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pack Pride / February 8

Drake Thomas Is a Super Bowl Champion: From Undrafted to Lombardi Trophy

Former NC State All-ACC Linebacker Drake Thomas is a Super Bowl Champion. Thomas was instrumental in leading the Seahawks to a 29-13 win over the Patriots in Super Bowl 60 this evening, finishing the evening with 6 tackles, which ranked 3rd on Seattle’s defense.

NFL News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / February 6

NC State’s Drake Thomas Faces Old Rival on Super Bowl Stage

RALEIGH — The NC State - UNC rivalry means a lot to football fans in the state of North Carolina. In Super Bowl LX, both the Wolfpack and the Tar Heels will be well represented, with two players who already went toe-to-toe at the college level going at it once again on the biggest stage in the sport, this year in Santa Clara, Calif.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Pack Pride / February 5

How Many NC State Players Have Ever Reached the Super Bowl? Here’s the Full Wolfpack Legacy

The 60th Super Bowl will feature familiar faces for NC State fans. When the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots square off on Sunday night, three former Wolfpack players will be chasing a Lombardi Trophy.

NFL News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / February 4

Drake Thomas Prepares for Super Bowl LX With Wolfpack Support

RALEIGH — Not every path to stardom is linear. Former NC State linebacker Drake Thomas knows that better than most professional athletes now, going from the practice squad to a key role on the Seattle Seahawks defense as he prepares for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, Calif.

NFL News / Pack Pride / January 26

Former NC State Linebacker Drake Thomas Advances to Super Bowl with Seahawks

Another former NC State football player is headed to the Super Bowl. Former All-ACC linebacker Drake Thomas and the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams 31–27 on Sunday night to advance to Super Bowl 60.

Drake Thomas Carries Wolfpack Linebacker Legacy Forward

RALEIGH — NC State has a long list of successful NFL players who have gone on to represent the program well at the professional level. Those players have made a point of recognizing their roots and returning to the Wolfpack to support in some capacity, whether that's advice or even as coaches.

NFL News / Pack Pride / January 21

Six Former NC State Players Remain in the 2026 NFL Playoffs After Divisional Round

When the 2026 NFL Playoffs began, 12 former NC State players were represented. After the conclusion of the first two rounds, six remain. Linebacker Drake Thomas helped propel Seattle to a dominant 41-6 win over San Francisco in the Divisional Round on Saturday.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 4

Christian McCaffrey takes blame for Drake Thomas’ INT that snuffed out comeback attempt

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a crushing loss in Week 18. San Francisco lost 13-3 against Seattle in a game that had the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs on the line.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / November 24

Drake Thomas is the complementary LB Seahawks have been looking for

Throughout his entire football career, Seattle Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas has shrugged off doubts that he could play the position at a high level.

NFL News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / November 11

NC State’s Drake Thomas Continuing NFL Breakout

RALEIGH — NC State's tradition of strong linebacker play continues in 2025, both in Raleigh and at the next level in the NFL. While defensive captain Caden Fordham is coming off his best game as a member of the Wolfpack, one of his mentors continues to thrive in the NFL.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pack Pride / September 28, 2025

Former All-ACC LB Drake Thomas Recorded His 1st NFL Sack on Thursday Night

Former All-ACC Linebacker Drake Thomas recorded his 1st NFL sack this past Thursday night in the Seahawks’ 23-20 win over the Cardinals. Thomas finished with 5 tackles, 1 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 1 pass breakup and 1 QB hit in the contest.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pack Pride / November 4, 2024

Former NC State All-ACC LB Drake Thomas Served as a Captain for the Seahawks in Week 9

Former NC State All-ACC Linebacker Drake Thomas served as a Captain for the Seattle Seahawks yesterday in their 20-26 loss to the Rams in Week 9. Thomas has played in all 9 games this season for Seattle, whether that be at Linebacker or on Special Teams.

Seattle Seahawks News / Pack Pride / August 17, 2024

Seattle Activates Former NC State LB Drake Thomas from the PUP List

The Seattle Seahawks activated former All-ACC NC State Linebacker Drake Thomas from the PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) List this week. After going undrafted last year, Thomas was picked up by the Raiders, and he was one of the best Rookie Linebackers in the 2023 Preseason.

Seattle Seahawks News / Field Gulls / August 12, 2024

Seahawks activate linebacker Drake Thomas off PUP list

The Seahawks get another linebacker back ahead of their second preseason game. The Seattle Seahawks returned to practice on Monday, and so did one of their inside linebackers.