Seahawks sign cornerback Shemar Jean-Charles

The Seattle Seahawks have signed cornerback Shemar Jean-Charles to bolster their secondary depth following the departure of Tre Brown to the San Francisco 49ers. Jean-Charles, who previously played for the New Orleans Saints, recorded 14 tackles, one interception, and two passes defended in nine appearances last season. General manager John Schneider emphasized the need for added depth at the cornerback position, particularly as the team prepares for training camp where Jean-Charles will compete for a role alongside sophomore corner Nehemiah Pritchett. The Seahawks’ current starting trio includes Devon Witherspoon, Riq Woolen, and Josh Jobe, while defensive back Coby Bryant has transitioned primarily to safety. Coach Mike Macdonald is expected to continue developing the defensive unit, which showed significant improvement over the last season. Overall, Jean-Charles's signing represents a strategic move to enhance the team's defensive resilience moving forward.