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Seahawks Place Jake Bobo on Injured Reserve

8/22/2026

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Seahawks IR Bobo

Seahawks placed receiver Jake Bobo on injured reserve, ending his 2026 season.
Bobo injured his knee attempting a leaping catch during a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans.
Coach Mike Macdonald said early diagnosis indicated a serious, long-term knee injury.
Seahawks signed receiver Julian Hicks to fill the roster spot opened by Bobo’s injury.
Macdonald said the team will image Bobo’s knee soon.

Summary

Bobo Signs

Jake Bobo signed a two-year contract guaranteeing $4.5 million with Seattle, despite modest receiving stats.
The agreement included a $1.75 million signing bonus as part of the two-year deal.
Performance incentives could raise total earnings to $7 million if performance targets are met.
Beyond catching passes, he served as a blocker and key special-teams player for Seattle.

Summary

Charles Acquired

Irv Charles was acquired in a trade for a conditional seventh-round pick in 2028.
Rashad Rochelle opened practice eyes with a 52-yard punt return in the preseason opener against Dallas.
Montorie Foster Jr. posted a team-high five receptions for 36 yards in the first preseason game.
Several players, including right tackle Abe Lucas and Foster, suffered heat-related cramps but were cleared to play Sunday.

History

Historical Context

Since the NFL’s first hard salary cap of $34.6 million was imposed for the 1994 season, teams have been forced to fit all contracts—including injury replacements—under a strict ceiling. The 2011 CBA later added spending floors but kept provisions for injured players. In 2026, Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald placed rookie Jake Bobo on injured reserve, using cap space to sign a replacement.

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Seahawks IR Bobo

Seahawks placed receiver Jake Bobo on injured reserve, ending his 2026 season.
Bobo injured his knee attempting a leaping catch during a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans.
Coach Mike Macdonald said early diagnosis indicated a serious, long-term knee injury.
Seahawks signed receiver Julian Hicks to fill the roster spot opened by Bobo’s injury.
Macdonald said the team will image Bobo’s knee soon.

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