Seahawks Rumored to Target Cowboys, Commanders Free Agents

Seattle looks to bolster edge rusher and running back positions in free agency

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:48pm

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The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly looking to add more help at edge rusher and running back, with rumors suggesting they could target free agents from the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders. While a trade for Dolphins RB De'Von Achane seems unlikely, the Seahawks are expected to address their backfield needs in the 2026 NFL Draft. On the edge, veteran pass rushers like Von Miller and Jadeveon Clowney are seen as potential free agent targets for Seattle after the draft.

Why it matters

The Seahawks had some key losses in free agency, including edge rusher Boye Mafe and running back Kenneth Walker. Addressing these positions of need will be crucial for Seattle as they look to build a competitive roster for the 2026 season.

The details

The Seahawks lost Boye Mafe to the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency, leaving them in need of a starting-caliber edge rusher. At running back, they lost Kenneth Walker to the Kansas City Chiefs and haven't made a clear-cut move to replace him, with the team signing Emanuel Wilson. Zach Charbonnet's torn ACL also creates uncertainty at the position. While a trade for Dolphins RB De'Von Achane seems unlikely, the Seahawks are expected to target running back help in the 2026 draft. On the edge, veteran pass rushers like Von Miller and Jadeveon Clowney are seen as potential free agent targets for Seattle after the draft.

  • The Seahawks lost Boye Mafe to the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency.
  • The Seahawks lost Kenneth Walker to the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency.
  • Zach Charbonnet suffered a torn ACL in the playoffs that could prevent him from being ready for the start of the 2026 season.

The players

Boye Mafe

A former edge rusher for the Seahawks who signed with the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency.

Kenneth Walker

A former running back for the Seahawks who signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency.

Zach Charbonnet

A running back for the Seahawks who suffered a torn ACL in the playoffs that could prevent him from being ready for the start of the 2026 season.

Von Miller

A veteran edge rusher who played for the Washington Commanders in 2025 and could be a free agent target for the Seahawks.

Jadeveon Clowney

A veteran edge rusher who played for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025 and previously played for the Seahawks in 2019.

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What they’re saying

“Acquiring any of Maxx Crosby, De'Von Achane or Jonathan Greenard would address a need for Seattle, but all three decisions would come with drawbacks.”

— Shawn-Michael Dugar, The Athletic reporter

“It feels more likely the Seahawks will wait until after the draft and kick the tires on a veteran edge rusher who wouldn't impact the compensatory draft pick formula, such as Von Miller or Jadeveon Clowney.”

— Shawn-Michael Dugar, The Athletic reporter

What’s next

The Seahawks are expected to address their running back and edge rusher needs in the 2026 NFL Draft, with veteran free agents like Von Miller and Jadeveon Clowney potentially targeted after the draft.

The takeaway

The Seahawks have some key holes to fill on their roster, particularly at edge rusher and running back, and will need to be strategic in free agency and the draft to build a competitive team for the 2026 season.