Justin Melo, Seahawks WireThu, November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM UTC·1 min readThe Seattle Seahawks enter the Thanksgiving Holiday with an 8-3 record and are heading for the postseason. Mike Macdonald's competitive squad are legitimate contenders within the NFC and remain in contention for the NFC West division title. We're feeling thankful and positive.
In fact, we've identified three Seahawks players we're especially thankful for.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementSam Darnold, QB
The acquisition of Sam Darnold at quarterback has raised the performance ceiling of the 2025 Seahawks. The organization was stuck in a rut with Geno Smith. They were a competitive team that didn't appear capable of doing damage in the playoffs. Darnold has changed the math while playing at a borderline MVP level.
Leonard Williams, DE
Leonard Williams is like your favorite, most reliable Thanksgiving food. He shows up yearly. After earning a Pro Bowl nod in 2024, Williams' dominance has remained on display throughout 2025 with a team-high six sacks. The former USC Trojans standout is elite.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDevon Witherspoon, CB
Devon Witherspoon has established himself as an elite cornerback. Whether he's playing the nickel or boundary, he's a defensive weapon in Coach Macdonald's complex scheme who helps force turnovers. Witherspoon helps Macdonald's defense tick.
Honorable mentions: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Grey Zabel, Ernest Jones, Julian Love, Uchenna Nwosu, Byron Murphy II, Cooper Kupp, DeMarcus Lawrence, Charles Cross.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: 3 Seahawks we're especially thankful for
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