Seahawks Sign DE Jalan Gaines

Undrafted rookie joins team's roster after time on practice squad

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks have signed defensive end Jalan Gaines, an undrafted rookie out of Illinois State who spent time on the team's practice squad last season.

Why it matters

The Seahawks are looking to bolster their defensive line depth, and Gaines will compete for a roster spot after impressing during the preseason with a blocked field goal against the Raiders.

The details

Gaines signed with the Seahawks following the 2025 NFL Draft and spent training camp and the preseason with the team before being waived as part of roster cuts. He was then re-signed to the practice squad before eventually being released during the regular season.

  • Gaines signed with the Seahawks following the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Gaines spent training camp and the preseason with the Seahawks in 2025.
  • Gaines was waived as part of the Seahawks' roster cuts in 2025.
  • Gaines was re-signed to the Seahawks' practice squad in 2025.
  • Gaines was eventually released from the Seahawks' practice squad during the 2025 regular season.

The players

Jalan Gaines

An undrafted rookie defensive end out of Illinois State who spent time on the Seahawks' practice squad last season.

Seattle Seahawks

An NFL team based in Seattle, Washington that plays in the NFC West division.

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What’s next

Gaines will look to earn a spot on the Seahawks' active roster during the upcoming training camp and preseason.

The takeaway

The Seahawks are continuing to add depth to their defensive line, giving undrafted players like Gaines an opportunity to compete for a roster spot after impressing during the preseason.