Good afternoon, 12s. Here's a look at what's out there today — Friday, November 10 — about your Seattle Seahawks.
Nose tackle Jarran Reed Continues To Shine In Return To Seahawks
In March, Seattle signed nose tackle Jarran Reed via free agency, bringing back their 2016 second-round selection after two seasons away. Midway through his eighth season, Reed continues to help shape the 5-3 Seahawks' new-look defense, while edging closer to a career-year statistically.
The Alabama alum began his career with three sacks across his first-two seasons, before breaking out in 2018 with 10.5 sacks and two fumble recoveries. Spending his first five seasons in Seattle, Reed accounted for 22 sacks, 22 tackles for loss and 194 tackles.
In 2021, Reed joined the Kansas City Chiefs via free agency, recording 2.5 sacks over 17 games before joining the Green Bay Packers the following season. When asked about returning to Seattle after signing this offseason, an emphatic Reed discussed his career coming full circle back to the Pacific Northwest.
"This is home for me," said Reed. "I was drafted here, I played here for five years. I've been gone for a little bit, but now I'm back."
And in reuniting with former teammates like linebacker Frank Clark and Bobby Wagner, Reed has become a valued veteran presence on Seattle's defense through the midway point. The 31-year-old has already accounted for 4.0 sacks from the interior, his highest total since recording 6.5 for Seattle in 2020. Reed's four tackles for loss through eight games are just one shy of his total of five for the 2022 season, adding on 26 tackles and a fumble recovery. Per ESPN's advanced analytics, Reed ranks No.14 amongst defensive tackles in pass rush win rate (13%) while tying for third-highest double team percentage (70%).
With nine games still remaining this season, Reed is in great position for a career year in the stat book, while helping the 5-3 Seahawks make a legitimate playoff push. And after two seasons away from Seattle, the 31-year-old continues to show his appreciation for his second-stint with the organization with his performance and leadership.
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Take a look at photos of defensive tackle Jarran Reed from his seven-year career in the NFL, including his first five in Seattle. Jones signed with the Seahawks as a free agent on March 16, 2023. Read more.
Seattle's defense kept up the pressure in the second half with Jarran Reed chasing Green Bay's Aaron Rodgers out of the pocket.
Jarran Reed and Brenden Jackson celebrate after forcing the Giants to punt.
Seattle's Nazair Jones and Jarran Reed combine to sack Washington's Kirk Cousins.
Seattle's run defense was solid once again with Garrison Smith, Jarran Reed and K.J. Wright making a stop.
Defensive tackle Jarran Reed sports a robe befitting his first class seat for the victorious flight back to Seattle.
Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed gets fired up before kickoff.
Seahawks defensive linemen Jadeveon Clowney and Jarran Reed talk on the sideline while waiting for the opening coin toss. The game marked Reed's return after a six game suspension.
Seahawks defensive lineman Jarran Reed reacts after a third down stop in the first quarter.
Jarran Reed focuses during pregame warmups.
Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed strips the ball away from 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo as Seattle's Poona Ford closes in.
Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed pressures Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins into an incomplete pass.
Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed pressures Kirk Cousins into throwing incomplete pass that was originally ruled a fumble in the third quarter.
Seahawks Jadeveon Clowney and Jarran Reed sack Eagles quarterback Josh McCown on fourth down with two minutes left in the game to stop a Philadelphia scoring threat.
Seahawks defensive lineman Jarran Reed brings down Jets quarterback Sam Darnold.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) rushes the quarterback while being blocked by Los Angeles Chargers offensive guard Matt Feiler (71) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid talks to Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) before an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed celebrates during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) gets set on defense during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Peter Aiken)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) celebrates a fourth down stop during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Thursday Dec. 16, 2021 in Inglewood, Calif. The Chiefs defeated the Chargers 34-28. (John McGillen via AP)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is pressured by Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed, right, recovers a fumble as Pittsburgh Steelers center Kendrick Green (53) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed picks up a Pittsburgh Steelers fumble during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones (95) is joined by teammates defensive end Frank Clark (55) and defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) as time runs out in their win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photos/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) sacks Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) celebrates a sack of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) celebrates after a sack during the second half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is chased by Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) during the first half of the NFL AFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo.. (AP Photos/Reed Hoffmann)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Jarran Reed urges the crowd to get loud during the first half of the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo.. (AP Photos/Reed Hoffmann)
Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) reacts to a stop against the New England Patriots during an NFL game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) outruns Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) on a scramble during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) watches against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) is unable to throw a pass for a completion after being sacked by Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) during overtime of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) plays defense during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Monday, Dec. 19, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Jarran Reed (90) runs onto the field before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Doug Murray)
