Bobby Wagner's Staggering Numbers Just Put The Super Bowl Champion Seahawks On The Clock

Alright, 12s, we need to talk. Your reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks aren't afraid to roll with veterans, right? We saw it last season with DeMarcus Lawrence, and we just signed Dante Fowler Jr. But what about another legend making a comeback to Lumen Field? I'm talking about Bobby freakin' Wagner, and what he did last season should have our front office on high alert.

Bobby's Still Got That Dog in Him, No Kidding

Bobby Wagner, who's gonna hit 36 on June 27, just wrapped two seasons with the Washington Commanders. And let me tell you, if you thought he was slowing down, you thought wrong. Last campaign, the man logged an insane 1,132 snaps! That's not just playing, that's being a workhorse. He pulled in a 78.6 overall PFF defensive grade, racked up 107 solo tackles, dropped the quarterback for five sacks, and pressured them 20 times in total. Those are not "past his prime" numbers, folks. That's a linebacker who can still dominate.

Justin Carter over at FanSided sees it, too. He's saying we should absolutely consider bringing Bobby back for a third stint with the Emerald City. Our defense is good, sure, but Carter wrote, "The defending Super Bowl champions would be fine without him, but adding a reliable tackler with a ton of experience who can rotate in to keep the rest of the linebackers fresh is a decidedly good thing to have." Think about that depth, people! He added that Wagner could help us "keep pace with the Rams." And we all know how important it is to keep up with those guys in the NFC West.

Third Time's the Charm, Bobby?

Why not bring him home again? Bobby spent his first ten NFL seasons right here in Seattle, from 2012 to 2021, and made the Pro Bowl eight times in that stretch. He left for a season with the Rams, then came right back to us in 2023, snagging another Pro Bowl nod before heading to Washington. The dude bleeds green and blue. Carter was spot on saying, "Bobby Wagner’s already returned to the Seattle Seahawks once. Why not do it again?" Despite his age, his numbers don't lie. He's a productive linebacker, and that experience would be HUGE as we face a major battle with the Los Angeles Rams and the San Francisco 49ers for the division title.

The Rams Made a Move, What's Our Response?

Speaking of the Rams, they just went out and traded for Myles Garrett. That's a huge move, and it puts the ball squarely in our court. Michael Bumpus from Seattle Sports' "Bump & Stacy" thinks we absolutely have to respond. He floated names like Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders or Joey Bosa as potential targets if we're looking to counter. Bumpus said, "If I had to pick between the two, I think Maxx kind of fits a bit smoother up here in the Northwest. I’m kicking the tires. I’ve got to look at them. But yeah, I’ve got to try to counter that somehow."

So, what are we doing, Seahawks? Are we going to sit back and watch the NFC West get even tougher? Bobby Wagner's still got it, and his numbers prove it. Whether it's bringing back a legend or making a bold trade to answer our rivals, the 12s expect action. Let's make some noise!

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