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Seahawks assign new jersey numbers to 6 players
TL;DR
The Seattle Seahawks have assigned new jersey numbers to six players, including CB Noah Igbinoghene at No. 17 and S Rodney Thomas II at the iconic No. 24. The changes come as the team prepares for the 2026 NFL draft.
Key points
- Seattle Seahawks assign new jersey numbers to six players
- Rodney Thomas II will wear the iconic No. 24 jersey
- The team is preparing for the 2026 NFL draft
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The Seattle Seahawks may be gearing up for the 2026 NFL draft, but that doesn't mean they can't attend to some other business as well. Namely, assigning new jersey numbers for their players currently on the roster. On Monday afternoon, the Seahawks did just that.
Here are the new jersey numbers for six players:
- CB Noah Igbinoghene - No. 17
- S Rodney Thomas II - No. 24
- RB Emanuel Wilson - No. 27
- LB Drake Thomas - No. 32
- RB Velus Jones Jr. - No. 33
- LB Jalen Gaines - No. 47
A few numbers immediately pop out. First and foremost, the beloved No. 24 back in rotation. This is a jersey number that is borderline sacred to the Seattle sporting community, as it was immortalized by Ken Griffey Jr. of the Mariners, and Seahawks earthmover Marshawn Lynch. There are those who believe this number should be retired. However, the Seahawks still deem it worthy to be in rotation, and it will be donned by Seattle's top free agent signing Rodney Thomas II.
Secondly, the No. 27 last worn by cornerback Riq Woolen for the last few years is back in rotation, this time on the offensive side of the ball. Seattle signed Emanuel Wilson from the Green Bay Packers, and now he will be making the switch to the No. 27 jersey.
Q&A
Who are the six players assigned new jersey numbers by the Seahawks?
The six players are Noah Igbinoghene (No. 17), Rodney Thomas II (No. 24), Emanuel Wilson (No. 27), Drake Thomas (No. 32), Velus Jones Jr. (No. 33), and Jalen Gaines (No. 47).
Why is the No. 24 jersey significant for the Seattle Seahawks?
The No. 24 jersey is significant because it was worn by legendary players like Ken Griffey Jr. and Marshawn Lynch, making it a cherished number in Seattle's sports history.
What are the new jersey numbers for the Seahawks players?
The new jersey numbers are: Igbinoghene - No. 17, Thomas II - No. 24, Wilson - No. 27, Thomas - No. 32, Jones Jr. - No. 33, and Gaines - No. 47.
