Seahawks Release Fant Amid Offensive Overhaul

The Seattle Seahawks have released veteran tight end Noah Fant ahead of training camp, freeing up nearly $9 million in salary cap space. Fant, who joined Seattle in the 2022 Russell Wilson trade and signed a two-year, $21 million extension, failed to surpass 500 receiving yards in any season with the team and scored just one touchdown over the past two years. His departure comes amid significant changes to the Seahawks' offense, including the trades of Geno Smith and DK Metcalf and the signing of Sam Darnold as quarterback. The team now plans to focus on developing younger tight ends, such as rookie Elijah Arroyo, 2024 draft pick AJ Barner, and veteran Eric Saubert. Fant, a 2019 first-round pick, will seek to join his third NFL team as a free agent. The move reflects Seattle's commitment to youth and salary cap management.