Trending Now - Seahawks Sign Ex-cowboys Pass-rusher Dante Fowler to One-year Deal
WHO:
Seattle Sports - Dante Fowler Jr. is a 12th-year NFL veteran.
Yahoo Sports - Dante Fowler was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.
Newsweek - Seattle Seahawks signed Dante Fowler Jr.
Yahoo Sports - Dante Fowler, a former No. 3 overall draft pick, is 31 years old.
WHAT:
Heavy NFL - The Seahawks signed Dante Fowler Jr. on May 5, 2026, to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million.
Seattle Sports - Fowler had his most starts (11) since 2020 last season with the Dallas Cowboys.
Seattle Sports - Fowler's signing is seen as an endorsement by defensive coordinator Aden Durde, who worked with him in both Dallas and Atlanta.
Heavy NFL - Fowler has twice had double-digit sacks in a season, including in 2024 with the Washington Commanders, where he registered 10.5 sacks on 12 quarterback hits.
Seattle Sports - Fowler had his most starts (11) since 2020 last season with the Dallas Cowboys.
Seattle Sports - Fowler's signing in Seattle is seen as an endorsement by defensive coordinator Aden Durde, who worked with him in both Dallas and Atlanta.
Heavy NFL - Fowler joins the Seahawks to fill the spot vacated by Boye Mafe, who left for the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency.
Heavy NFL - Fowler had a career-high 14.1% pass-rush win rate last season, ranking 30th among 93 edge defenders with at least 200 pass-rush snaps.
Yahoo Sports - Fowler registered 10.5 sacks on 12 quarterback hits with the Washington Commanders in 2024.
Newsweek - The Seahawks signed Fowler to bolster their pass-rush.
Yahoo Sports - Fowler signed a one-year, $5 million deal with the Seahawks.
Yahoo Sports - Fowler recorded three sacks in 17 games with the Dallas Cowboys last season.
Yahoo Sports - Fowler had 10 quarterback hits last season, ranking 21st among all edge rushers according to Pro Football Focus.
WHERE:
Newsweek - The signing took place in Seattle, Washington.
WHEN:
Seattle Sports - The NFL schedule release is expected the week of May 18, 2026.
Seattle Sports - The NFL schedule release is expected the week of May 18.
Yahoo Sports - The Seahawks are hoping to repeat their Super Bowl success in 2026.
WHY:
Yahoo Sports - The Seahawks aim to shore up their defense after winning the Super Bowl with the top-ranked defense in the NFL in 2025.
HOW:
Seattle Sports - Brock Huard described Fowler as a mix between DeMarcus Lawrence and Uchenna Nwosu, highlighting his potential fit in head coach Mike Macdonald’s defense.
Seattle Sports - Brock Huard noted that Fowler's physicality and experience could provide depth and veteran savvy to the Seahawks' defense.
Seattle Sports - Brock Huard described Fowler as a mix between DeMarcus Lawrence and Uchenna Nwosu, highlighting his potential fit in head coach Mike Macdonald’s defense.
Yahoo Sports - Fowler's 10 quarterback hits last season suggest he still has the ability to reach opposing quarterbacks, which could free him up for one-on-one matchups on the Seahawks' defense.
Yahoo Sports - Fowler's ability to rush the passer may improve due to one-on-one matchups on a defense already full of star players.
(UPDATED May 6, 2026 07:46 UTC)
The Seahawks have signed Dante Fowler Jr. to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million, marking a significant addition to their roster. Fowler, who had his most starts since 2020 with the Dallas Cowboys, is viewed as a strong fit for head coach Mike Macdonald’s defense, according to analyst Brock Huard. The NFL schedule release is anticipated the week of May 18, 2026, which will provide fans with more details about the upcoming season.
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(UPDATED May 6, 2026 05:54 UTC)
In a significant move for the Seahawks, they have signed Fowler, who recorded double-digit sacks during the 2024 season with the Washington Commanders, finishing with 10.5 sacks on 12 quarterback hits. Last season with the Dallas Cowboys, Fowler had his most starts since 2020, making 11 appearances, and his signing is viewed as a strong endorsement from defensive coordinator Aden Durde, who has previously worked with him in both Dallas and Atlanta. The NFL schedule release is anticipated the week of May 18, and analysts like Brock Huard believe Fowler's physicality and experience will add valuable depth and veteran insight to Seattle's defense.
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(UPDATED May 6, 2026 04:13 UTC)
Dante Fowler Jr., a 12th-year NFL veteran, is joining the Seattle Seahawks to take over the position left open by Boye Mafe, who signed with the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency. Last season, Fowler achieved a career-high pass-rush win rate of 14.1%, placing him 30th among 93 edge defenders with at least 200 pass-rush snaps. Brock Huard noted that Fowler brings a unique blend of skills reminiscent of both DeMarcus Lawrence and Uchenna Nwosu, suggesting he could be a great fit in head coach Mike Macdonald’s defense.
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(UPDATED May 5, 2026 23:16 UTC)
Dante Fowler was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. In 2024, he registered 10.5 sacks on 12 quarterback hits while playing for the Washington Commanders. His performance, including 10 quarterback hits last season, indicates that he still has the ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks, which could create favorable one-on-one matchups on the Seahawks' defense.
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(UPDATED May 5, 2026 19:25 UTC)
The Seattle Seahawks have signed Dante Fowler Jr. to a one-year, $5 million deal to enhance their pass-rush as they aim for another Super Bowl victory in 2026. The 31-year-old, who was a former No. 3 overall draft pick, recorded three sacks and ten quarterback hits last season with the Dallas Cowboys, ranking 21st among edge rushers according to Pro Football Focus. The Seahawks believe Fowler's ability to rush the passer will improve thanks to one-on-one matchups on a defense already packed with star players.