The Seattle Seahawks called on last minute reinforcements before the season opener. Calling up a former starter with the rival San Francisco 49ers on deck.
Seattle and head coach Mike Macdonald elevated Shaquill Griffin to the two-deep ahead of the Week 1 showdown. He's not the only roster elevation, though, according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter on Saturday afternoon .
“Seahawks elevated cornerback Shaquill Griffin and defensive tackle Quinton Bohanna from their practice squad ahead of Sunday’s season opener versus the 49ers,” Schefter posted on X.
Seattle lifted two more as well to fill the starters and backups on the eve of the home opener. The franchise promoted linebacker Curtis Robinson and wide receiver Russell Gage to fill the final gameday roster.
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