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Ernest Jones IV Shines, Named NFC Defensive Player of Week

12/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ernest Jones IV, Seattle Seahawks linebacker, was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after the 26-0 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
He recorded 12 tackles, two interceptions including an 85-yard pick-six, and became the first Seahawks inside linebacker to earn the honor since Bobby Wagner in 2020.
Seattle is at 9-3 and tied for first in the NFC West.

History

Historical Context

Bobby Wagner made history in 2020 as the first Seattle Seahawks linebacker to earn the NFC Defensive Player of the Week honor, recording 11 tackles and an interception. This achievement reflects the Seahawks' strong defensive tradition, which has seen linebackers win the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year award 17 times since its inception in 1971, underscoring the importance of defense in their playoff pursuits.

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Story summary

Ernest Jones IV, Seattle Seahawks linebacker, was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week after the 26-0 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
He recorded 12 tackles, two interceptions including an 85-yard pick-six, and became the first Seahawks inside linebacker to earn the honor since Bobby Wagner in 2020.
Seattle is at 9-3 and tied for first in the NFC West.

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