Former Seahawk Bryan Walters returns to Super Bowl in new role

Walters, a radio analyst for the Seahawks, is enjoying the experience of covering the big game after playing in two Super Bowls as a player.

Feb. 5, 2026 at 1:55am

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Bryan Walters, a former wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, has found a new role in the NFL as a radio analyst for his former team. After playing in two Super Bowls with the Seahawks, Walters is now covering the big game in a different capacity, enjoying the experience of being around the event without the pressure of preparing as a player.

Why it matters

Walters' transition from player to media analyst highlights the different paths former NFL players can take after their playing careers end. His story also provides insight into the challenges of adjusting to life after football and the bittersweet feelings that can come with no longer being able to compete at the highest level.

The details

Walters, a Kirkland native, spent two seasons with the Seahawks after playing college football at Cornell. He was part of the Seahawks' Super Bowl-winning team in 2014 and the team that lost to the New England Patriots in 2015. After his NFL playing career ended due to a foot injury, Walters started a real estate development company but eventually found his way back to football through a media role with the Seahawks. He now works as a radio analyst and NFL analyst for Fox 13, providing analysis and insight on the game he loves.

  • Walters played for the Seahawks from 2014 to 2015.
  • He signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2015 and 2016.
  • Walters tried to make a comeback in 2018 but was unable to due to the lingering foot injury.
  • Walters started working as a Seahawks radio analyst in 2022.
  • Walters is covering the 2026 Super Bowl in his new media role.

The players

Bryan Walters

A former wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks who played in two Super Bowls with the team. He is now working as a radio analyst for the Seahawks and an NFL analyst for Fox 13.

Brian O'Connell

The director of broadcasting for the Seattle Seahawks, who reached out to Walters about a radio analyst role.

Cooper Kupp

A wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks who Walters has enjoyed watching and analyzing.

Rashid Shaheed

A wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks who Walters has observed using his speed to stretch the field vertically.

Jake Bobo

A wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks who has settled into the versatile reserve role that Walters once played.

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What they’re saying

“It's been an absolute blast. What I've really enjoyed about it is it kind of feels like you're a player again, as far as you get into the film study. You've got to put work in. You're studying the Seahawks. Where can they improve? Where did they excel? It kind of gets you in the rhythm of a game week again.”

— Bryan Walters, Former Seahawks wide receiver

“Everything's falling right in his hands, right in his lap, right on his chest. And you might say, 'That's a beautiful throw by Sam Darnold.' Well, it's also the receiver that has to time everything up and put themselves in that position.”

— Bryan Walters, Former Seahawks wide receiver

“JSN is going to be the name that everyone says will you be like JSN. We need a receiver like JSN. He's going to be that guy. For sure.”

— Bryan Walters, Former Seahawks wide receiver

What’s next

Walters will continue his media roles with the Seahawks and Fox 13, providing analysis and insight on the team and the NFL throughout the offseason and into the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Walters' transition from player to media analyst showcases the different paths former NFL players can take after their playing careers end. His story highlights the challenges of adjusting to life after football, as well as the ability to find new ways to stay connected to the game they love.