### Seahawks Linebacker Tyrel Dodson to be Released, Placed on Waivers

The Seahawks have made a surprising move by deciding to release middle linebacker Tyrel Dodson, who has started in all nine games this season. This comes after ESPN's Brady Henderson reported on the team's plans, meaning Dodson will now enter the waiver system where any team can claim him for the remainder of the season at a cost of approximately $1.1 million.

Had Dodson been released a week earlier, he would have had the freedom to sign with any team he preferred. However, with the NFL trade deadline now passed, his release means all teams will have an equal opportunity to claim him, with priority given to the team with the worst record. Given Dodson's experience—having started 10 games for the Bills last season and serving as a reliable starter for the Seahawks this year—it's likely multiple teams will express interest.

The Seahawks' decision to release Dodson follows their recent trade acquisition of Ernest Jones. Jones is set to become the new starting middle linebacker, while the weakside linebacker position, initially intended for Dodson after Jones' arrival, will now be contested between Tyrice Knight and Drake Thomas. The move signifies a significant shake-up in the Seahawks' linebacker corps as the team looks to adjust its defense mid-season.