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The Seattle Times Seahawks fantasy football takes on Jalen Milroe
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All The Seattle Times Seahawks insights about Jalen Milroe
NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
The Seahawks drafted Jalen Milroe in the third round after signing Sam Darnold to a three-year contract with an out clause after one season, signaling they were not fully committed to Darnold as a long-term solution at the time of his signing.NegativeRoleSep 7, 2026
Jalen Milroe, a Seahawks quarterback and Arnold's college teammate at Alabama, was consulted by the team as part of their due diligence on Arnold's character and skill.PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026
Backup quarterback for Seahawks who played with Arnold at Alabama; referred to Arnold as his best friend in interview with Seattle media, providing strong endorsement that influenced Macdonald's decision to sign Arnold.PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026
Milroe showed marked improvement in the Chiefs preseason game, completing 16 of 26 passes for 223 yards, one touchdown, no interceptions, and just one sack after a poor performance against Green Bay (three fumbles, 20-7 loss). Coach Mike Macdonald said Milroe "took a step in this game and should be excited about his growth." Overall preseason line: 27 of 45 for 311 yards, one TD, two interceptions, six sacks, 69.8 passer rating, and 72 rushing yards on 13 carries. The source notes "any thought of the team moving on from Milroe is out the window" given investment and limited evaluation time, though he is expected to serve as the emergency third QB rather than a meaningful role player.PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026
Milroe played his best game of the preseason Friday to seemingly assure a spot as the third QB for another season; he would undoubtedly get claimed on waivers if released.PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026
Second-year QB Milroe was identified as one of the biggest winners in the Seahawks' preseason finale, completing 16 of 26 passes for 223 yards and a touchdown. He demonstrated clinical downfield throws including a 40-yard bomb to Cody White, executed well on dropback and play-action concepts, and led a final seven-play drive from the 20-yard line to set up a potential game-winning field goal. Head coach Mike Macdonald praised his decisiveness and strong downfield throws, noting he 'took care of the football and was decisive.' Milroe emphasized developing decisiveness as his key focus throughout training camp and remained poised despite playing with two offensive tackles who had been with the team for only 72 hours collectively.PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026
Milroe will start and play the entire game in the preseason finale against Kansas City, similar to last year's Green Bay game. Coach Macdonald emphasized the value of this opportunity for Milroe to go through the full process of starting a game, getting in rhythm, and managing situations without substitution or halftime relief, which are critical quarterback development experiences.NegativeProjectionAug 27, 2026
Milroe's preseason passing production has been poor; he was 6 for 11 for 52 yards with two interceptions in the second half against Tennessee, and 5 for 8 for 36 yards against Dallas. Over four quarters on the field, the Seahawks have yet to score. Coach Mike Macdonald is giving him another full-game start in the preseason finale against Kansas City to work through game management and rhythm, but the lack of offensive output raises concerns about depth behind Drew Lock.NegativeProjectionAug 24, 2026
Third-string quarterback has struggled in preseason; the offense hasn't scored a point in any of the nine series he has played. Completed 11 of 19 passes for 88 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions (both against the Titans); also took five sacks, two on fourth downs. Ran six times for 52 yards. The source notes Milroe needs to show more for the Seahawks to feel comfortable in the investment they have made in him.NegativeProjectionAug 24, 2026
Third-round draft choice Jalen Milroe got the entire second half against Tennessee but could not lead the offense to a score in five series, finishing 6-for-11 passing for 52 yards and two interceptions plus one run for 16 yards. His first interception came when he tried to hit Montorie Foster Jr. over the middle and threw it to Tennessee linebacker Anthony Hill Jr., leading to a Titans field goal. His second interception came when a pass intended for rookie Emmanuel Henderson went to Tennessee's Derrick Canteen after Henderson slipped and fell. Head coach Mike Macdonald said 'You say two picks, it sounds a certain way. Let's watch the tape and see what we can improve there, but I know he's upset. He's disappointed. But we have a long way to go, man. He's still got opportunity to improve and take his game to another level.'NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026
Third-string quarterback in Year 2; preseason especially important to show growth. Last week was 5-of-8 passing for 36 yards and five rushes for 36 yards with the Seahawks going scoreless in his four series. Coach Macdonald said there is room to grow but both backup QBs had solid performances, noting Milroe could make better decisions and be more decisive in a couple situations.NegativeProjectionAug 19, 2026
Milroe's development as an NFL quarterback remains uncertain; his physical gifts—specifically his speed, a big reason he was enticing to Seattle as a third-round pick in 2025—are obvious, but without mastering passing and quicker decision-making, running only figures to help him go so far. He spent the offseason working on passing and quicker decision-making, areas most would point to as the most important in his development right now.NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026
Third-string quarterback in year two; coaches are encouraging him to use his feet and run, with Macdonald saying 'we want more cowbell' in reference to Milroe's rushing ability and the defensive problems it creates. Milroe ran five times for 36 yards in Saturday's preseason game but couldn't lead Seattle to a score in four official drives and had no completions on eight attempts of longer than 10 yards.NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026
Milroe, a third-round pick last season who has played just three regular-season snaps, remains an unproven commodity. He was 5 for 8 for 36 yards and ran five times for 36 yards. Milroe wasn't helped by offensive-line struggles but was smart to run a few times. However, the Seahawks might feel he could have gotten rid of the ball more quickly at times, particularly on a sack for a 14-yard loss on fourth down from the 1-yard line. Coach Macdonald noted there were spots where Milroe held the ball but praised his ability to extend plays with his legs. The Seahawks wouldn't find it easy to move on from Milroe just a year after taking him in the third round, but they'd like to see more from him in the next two preseason games.NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026
Seahawks QB Jalen Milroe has been in contact with Terrion Arnold since Arnold's signing and is taking an active role in integrating Arnold into the team's locker room and culture. Milroe stated he would 'do his part to assure Arnold will be a fit in the team's locker room' and emphasized a 'move forward' process now that Arnold is a Seahawk, focusing on 'showing him the way of how we do things' and emphasizing the team's 'theme, our mottos and our team missions and goals.'PositiveRoleAug 16, 2026
Milroe showed flashes of third-round draft value with smart scrambling for 12 yards to convert a third-and-11 on his first series, juking out linebacker Curtis Robinson and toe-tapping down the sideline for the first down; finished with 36 yards rushing on five attempts, with coach Mike Macdonald saying 'Great to see him do that today. That really helped us.'PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026
Third-round 2025 draft pick Milroe has consistently worked with the third-unit during camp and will see significant preseason action against Dallas, rotating with Drew Lock at the backup quarterback position. Coach Mike Macdonald expressed excitement about Milroe's progress in practice and his potential to play his own brand of football in a game situation, saying 'He's really improved his game' and 'I'm excited to see him go rip it.' Milroe played just three snaps last season, making this preseason appearance a critical opportunity to demonstrate development.NegativeRoleAug 14, 2026
Jalen Milroe, the Seahawks' backup quarterback, played with Terrion Arnold at Alabama and called him his best friend. Macdonald cited conversations with Milroe and other organization members who know Arnold as part of the team's due diligence in deciding to sign Arnold.PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026
Milroe spent offseason working with quarterback coach Jordan Palmer on footwork, accuracy, and game knowledge; has shown improved decisiveness and confidence in camp, with tight end AJ Barner noting 'He's throwing the ball very confident' and Milroe stating he is 'being fast and free on the field, just less thinking and just ripping it' after a year of learning the NFL system.PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026
Third-round 2025 pick relegated to third-team quarterback status behind Sam Darnold and Drew Lock in 2024 regular season after seeing three snaps total (three rushing attempts for 4 yards across three games); expected to receive significant playing time in preseason games to demonstrate progress, with the source noting he is 'firmly locked into a third quarterback role.'PositiveRoleAug 13, 2026
Milroe, Seahawks second-year QB, played with Arnold at Alabama for three seasons and publicly vouched for him to GM John Schneider on 'Hard Knocks'; reiterated support to reporters, calling Arnold his best friend and highlighting his potential as a difference-maker for the defense.NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Quarterback Jalen Milroe is among Seahawks teammates and Alabama alumni who are in Terrion Arnold's corner. Milroe's agent is Nicole Lynn of Klutch Sports Group.NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Quarterback Jalen Milroe threw a poorly thrown pass intended for tight end Elijah Arroyo that was intercepted by safety D'Anthony Bell, a play that would have been an interception return for a touchdown in a game setting.NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026
Milroe will get a lot of work in the preseason games with a chance to prove he's making progress in Year 2 as a third-string quarterback option.NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026
Jalen Milroe is a Seahawks quarterback and is represented by agent Nicole Lynn, who also represents Terrion Arnold.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Offensive coordinator Brian Fleury praised second-year QB Jalen Milroe's progress, noting he 'had a good offseason, and he's had a good week-and-a-half. He's doing a great job throwing the ball. Statistically he's been efficient passing the ball and he's making plays with his feet when necessary.' Fleury emphasized the focus is on Milroe playing traditional quarterback roles, though he acknowledged that if Milroe becomes active on gamedays, the team will 'have ways to use his skills to our advantage and surprise defenses with that.' Milroe continues to work with the third-team offense behind Sam Darnold and Drew Lock.PositiveRoleAug 2, 2026
Second-year QB Jalen Milroe has shown flashes and appeared more consistent overall in the first week of training camp; he will get significant work in the three preseason games to allow the Seahawks to assess his development accurately.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Quarterback Jalen Milroe took a few snaps with the second-team offense but mostly worked with the third-team offense, as has been the case throughout camp; he threw one of the longest passes of the day to tight end Elijah Arroyo.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Quarterback Jalen Milroe took a few snaps with the second-team offense but mostly worked with the third-team offense, continuing the pattern established throughout camp where he is behind Drew Lock with the second team.NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
Milroe enters his second NFL training camp firmly entrenched as the number three quarterback behind Sam Darnold and Drew Lock. So far, there has been no evidence that Milroe is pushing Lock for the backup spot; Milroe almost always works with the threes and Lock the twos. However, the source notes the team 'surely won't complain if Milroe plays well enough to push Lock,' suggesting there is a theoretical path to the backup role if performance warrants.PositiveProjectionJul 29, 2026
Milroe had one of his best passing days at Seahawks training camp on Day 4, showing improvement in decision-making and anticipation. He completed a rollout TD pass to Cody White in seven-on-seven, a dart to tight end Eric Saubert, a completion to rookie running back Jadarian Price, and a TD to second-year receiver Ricky White III during red-zone work. Cooper Kupp noted that Milroe has 'settled into' the mental demands of the offense and is 'letting some balls go with anticipation that he wasn't last year,' indicating tangible progress in his second NFL training camp.NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
Milroe remains firmly entrenched as the number three quarterback behind Sam Darnold and Drew Lock, with no evidence so far that he is pushing Lock for the backup spot; Milroe almost always works with the threes and Lock with the twos.PositiveProjectionJul 29, 2026
Milroe had one of his best passing days at Seahawks training camp on Day 4, showing improvement in decision-making and anticipation compared to his rookie year. He completed a rollout TD pass to Cody White, a dart to Eric Saubert, a completion to Jadarian Price, and a TD to Ricky White III during red-zone work. Cooper Kupp noted Milroe is 'letting it rip' with better anticipation and has 'settled into' the mental demands of the offense after his first year.NegativeRoleJul 26, 2026
Milroe is listed as a client of agent Nicole Lynn, who represents multiple NFL players including cornerback Terrion Arnold.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
The source expects Milroe to see significant playing time in the three preseason games as the Seahawks evaluate his Year Two progress and polish, particularly his ability to cut down on turnovers. Improved performance could create trade opportunities and lead to an expanded role beyond the three snaps he played last season, though the team is likely to rely on Drew Lock as the true backup.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
The Seahawks hope Milroe will show expected progress and improved polish in Year Two, particularly cutting down on turnovers; doing so might elicit more trade opportunities and could make the team more comfortable finding him a larger role this season after playing just three snaps last year. The source suggests the Seahawks are likely to rely on Drew Lock as the true backup.