Seahawks Cut Rookie Martinez Amid Running Back Depth Concerns

The Seattle Seahawks have shown significant defensive improvement under new head coach Mike Macdonald, rising from 25th in scoring defense in 2023 to 11th in 2024, with expectations to lead the league in scoring defense in 2025 due to returning most of their starters and upgrading key positions. However, the Seahawks recently cut rookie running back Damien Martinez, a move that has raised concerns given the struggles and injury issues of Kenneth Walker III, the team's current lead back. Martinez had strong college production and could have provided valuable depth and competition in the backfield. Meanwhile, betting interest is growing around the Seahawks, with a notable $50,000 wager placed on them to win Super Bowl 60 at 60-1 odds, reflecting optimism about the team's prospects in the upcoming NFL season. These developments highlight Seattle's focus on strengthening defense while facing questions about its offensive depth as the 2025-26 NFL season approaches.