Overview
- NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Russell agreed to a two-year deal to stay in Seattle after drawing interest from other teams.
- Russell is listed as a fullback and was primarily a special-teams contributor in 2025, logging 396 special-teams snaps versus 58 on offense, per Pro Football Reference.
- Retaining Russell preserves a core special-teams role and maintains backfield depth without reshaping a niche assignment.
- The signing aligns with other early retention moves that include re-signing linebacker Drake Thomas, bringing back offensive lineman Josh Jones, securing long snapper Chris Stoll on a two-year deal, and tendering wide receiver Jake Bobo.
- The agreement was reported through insider channels rather than announced via a team release during the opening days of the 2026 league year.