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Seahawks Give TE Eric Saubert Rare In-Season Extension Through 2026

Seattle prioritizes veteran blocking depth with Saubert’s return from injured reserve.

Overview

  • The one-year agreement, reported by Jordan Schultz and ESPN’s Brady Henderson, keeps the ninth-year tight end under contract through 2026, with financial terms not disclosed.
  • Saubert was activated off injured reserve this week after a calf injury and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Colts.
  • Used primarily as a blocker and on special teams, Saubert has one reception for 12 yards across seven games this season.
  • Seattle enabled an in-season extension by releasing and re-signing Saubert in October to convert him from a veteran salary benefit deal to a standard contract.
  • The move reinforces depth at tight end as rookie Elijah Arroyo heads to injured reserve and AJ Barner continues in a prominent role.