Seahawks Re-Sign Veteran Offensive Lineman Josh Jones

The one-year deal for the versatile backup is a sneaky important move for Seattle this offseason.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 6:08pm

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The Seattle Seahawks have re-signed veteran offensive lineman Josh Jones to a one-year contract. While not a headline-grabbing move, Jones provides valuable depth and versatility to the Seahawks' offensive line after the team lost several key players in free agency this offseason.

Why it matters

The Seahawks have seen significant turnover on their roster this offseason, losing players like Coby Bryant, Riq Woolen, Kenneth Walker, and Boye Mafe. Retaining a versatile backup like Josh Jones, who can play both tackle and guard, helps offset those losses and ensures the Seahawks have experienced depth on the offensive line.

The details

Josh Jones played in 14 games for the Seahawks last season, making 3 starts and logging 258 total snaps. While not a full-time starter, he provided valuable depth and flexibility when called upon. The one-year deal to bring him back gives the Seahawks an experienced backup who can fill in at multiple positions along the offensive line if needed.

  • The Seahawks re-signed Josh Jones to a one-year deal on March 11, 2026.

The players

Josh Jones

A veteran offensive lineman who has played for the Seahawks over the past few seasons, providing depth and versatility as a backup at both tackle and guard.

Coby Bryant

A key defensive back the Seahawks lost in free agency this offseason.

Riq Woolen

Another defensive back the Seahawks lost in free agency this offseason.

Kenneth Walker

The Seahawks' starting running back who departed in free agency this offseason.

Boye Mafe

A defensive player the Seahawks lost in free agency this offseason.

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What they’re saying

“The Seahawks are re-signing OL Josh Jones to a one-year deal, per source.”

— Tom Pelissero, NFL Network Reporter

What’s next

The Seahawks will look to fill the other roster holes created by free agency departures as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

While not a flashy move, re-signing veteran offensive lineman Josh Jones is an important depth signing for the Seahawks this offseason as they look to maintain a competitive roster despite significant roster turnover.