Seahawks Bring Back Former Michigan LB Josh Ross as Practice Squad Addition

WHO:

seahawks.com - The Seattle Seahawks signed linebacker Josh Ross to their practice squad.

seahawks.com - Ross went undrafted out of the University of Michigan in 2022.

seahawks.com - Ross spent his first two-plus seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, where he played under current Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald.

seahawks.com - Ross was claimed off waivers by Seattle during the 2024 season and played for the Seahawks that season.

seahawks.com - Ross most recently spent time on the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad and attended their training camp and preseason.

seahawks.com - Guard Evan Beentsen, a Northwestern rookie who had signed to Seattle’s practice squad, was released to make room for Ross.

seahawks.com - Ross gives Seattle a second off-ball linebacker on the practice squad alongside Jimmy Ciarlo.

Heavy NFL - The Seahawks reunited with Josh Ross, describing him as a fifth-year former Michigan linebacker.

WHAT:

seahawks.com - Ross has played in 22 games over three seasons, primarily on special teams, including 10 games for Seattle in 2024.

seahawks.com - The Seahawks added Ross as depth at linebacker amid multiple injuries.

seahawks.com - Seattle’s 53-man roster photos for the 2026 season were available on the team’s website.

WHY:

seahawks.com - Ross’s signing added linebacker depth while Drake Thomas, Chazz Surratt, and Tyrice Knight were listed on the Seahawks’ injury report.

HOW:

seahawks.com - Seattle made room for Ross by releasing Evan Beentsen from its practice squad.

The Seattle Seahawks have signed linebacker Josh Ross to their practice squad, adding depth as injuries affect the position. Drake Thomas, Chazz Surratt, and Tyrice Knight were listed on the team’s injury report. Ross went undrafted from the University of Michigan in 2022 and spent his first two-plus seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, playing under current Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald. Seattle claimed him off waivers during the 2024 season, and he appeared in 10 games for the team that year. Across three seasons, Ross has played in 22 games, primarily on special teams. He most recently attended Minnesota Vikings training camp and preseason and spent time on their practice squad. To make room, Seattle released rookie guard Evan Beentsen, who had joined its practice squad. Ross becomes the second off-ball linebacker on the unit, alongside Jimmy Ciarlo.