Seahawks Urged to Upgrade Interior Offensive Line After Super Bowl Struggles

ESPN's Brady Henderson says the Seahawks should prioritize improving the right guard and center positions this offseason.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks won the Super Bowl, but their interior offensive line struggled mightily against the New England Patriots' defensive front. ESPN's Brady Henderson is urging the Seahawks to address this weakness in the offseason, as it nearly cost them the championship game and could be a liability going forward if not improved.

Why it matters

The Seahawks' interior offensive line, particularly at right guard and center, was the weakest link in their Super Bowl victory. Against a better opponent, these struggles could have been disastrous and cost them the championship. Upgrading these positions is crucial to the team's continued success.

The details

The Seahawks' interior offensive linemen, Anthony Bradford at right guard and Jalen Sundell at center, struggled mightily against the Patriots' defensive front, led by standout tackle Milton Williams. The Patriots were able to consistently pressure the quarterback and disrupt the Seahawks' offense by attacking the interior of the line.

  • The Seahawks won the Super Bowl on February 2, 2026.

The players

Brady Henderson

An ESPN reporter who is urging the Seahawks to address their interior offensive line issues this offseason.

Anthony Bradford

The Seahawks' starting right guard, whose performance was a weak spot in the Super Bowl.

Jalen Sundell

The Seahawks' starting center, whose performance was also a weak spot in the Super Bowl.

Milton Williams

The Patriots' defensive tackle who was dominant against the Seahawks' interior offensive line in the Super Bowl.

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What they’re saying

“Improve the interior of the offensive line. Right guard Anthony Bradford hasn't been as bad as his worst critics suggest, but the Seahawks need to find someone better. Center is another spot that could be upgraded.”

— Brady Henderson, ESPN Reporter (ESPN)

What’s next

The Seahawks will need to evaluate their options for upgrading the right guard and center positions this offseason, either through the draft, free agency, or trades, in order to shore up this weakness ahead of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Seahawks' interior offensive line was a major liability in their Super Bowl victory, and addressing this weakness should be a top priority for the team this offseason. Upgrading the right guard and center positions could be the difference between another championship and an early playoff exit next season.