After an impressive performance last season, Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald presented defensive tackle Jarran Reed with a game ball, calling him “the OG leader of our D-line.”
On Monday, Seattle ensured that one of its key defensive players would remain with the team beyond 2025, signing Reed to a multi-year contract ahead of free agency, which was set to begin on Wednesday.
Originally a second-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, Reed spent his first five seasons in Seattle before stints with Kansas City (2021) and Green Bay (2022). He returned to the Seahawks as a free agent in 2023 and has since been a crucial presence on the defensive line and in the locker room.
Reflecting on his time in Seattle, Reed expressed gratitude for the sense of comfort and belonging he has found with the team.
“It’s been amazing for me personally, both mentally and emotionally, to feel at home here,” Reed said Monday. “It feels like I’m just stepping into my backyard to play the game I love in the place I love.”
Reed also emphasized his aspirations, stating, “I want to bring a ring back here. Seattle has been home for most of my career, and I want to finish what we started.”
Last season, Reed played in all 17 games, tallying 45 tackles, 4.5 sacks, five tackles for loss, 15 quarterback hits, two passes defensed, and a forced fumble. He also became the 50th player in franchise history to appear in at least 100 games with the team. Over his 10-year career, he has played in 139 games (105 with Seattle) and recorded 388 tackles, 38.5 sacks, 41 tackles for loss, and 111 quarterback hits.
With his return, Reed rejoins a Seahawks defense that hit its stride midway through Macdonald’s first season as head coach.
“That’s all I’ve been talking about,” Reed said. “It makes me smile just thinking about what we have and what we can accomplish. It took us a while last year to find our identity, but I believe we’ve got it now. We have the right guys in place, and I’m excited to get this defense rolling.”
Having left Seattle before and then come back, Reed has a deep appreciation for the organization and its culture. He made it clear last year that he wanted to remain a Seahawk beyond 2024.
“I love Seattle, I love the fans,” Reed said previously. “This is a first-class organization. I respect John (Schneider), Jody (Allen), and everyone who makes it possible for us to do what we do. From the momAfter an impressive performance last season, Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald presented defensive tackle Jarran Reed with a game ball, calling him “the OG leader of our D-line.”
On Monday, Seattle ensured that one of its key defensive players would remain with the team beyond 2025, signing Reed to a multi-year contract ahead of free agency, which was set to begin on Wednesday.
Originally a second-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, Reed spent his first five seasons in Seattle before stints with Kansas City (2021) and Green Bay (2022). He returned to the Seahawks as a free agent in 2023 and has since been a crucial presence on the defensive line and in the locker room.
Reflecting on his time in Seattle, Reed expressed gratitude for the sense of comfort and belonging he has found with the team.
“It’s been amazing for me personally, both mentally and emotionally, to feel at home here,” Reed said Monday. “It feels like I’m just stepping into my backyard to play the game I love in the place I love.”
Reed also emphasized his aspirations, stating, “I want to bring a ring back here. Seattle has been home for most of my career, and I want to finish what we started.”
Last season, Reed played in all 17 games, tallying 45 tackles, 4.5 sacks, five tackles for loss, 15 quarterback hits, two passes defensed, and a forced fumble. He also became the 50th player in franchise history to appear in at least 100 games with the team. Over his 10-year career, he has played in 139 games (105 with Seattle) and recorded 388 tackles, 38.5 sacks, 41 tackles for loss, and 111 quarterback hits.
With his return, Reed rejoins a Seahawks defense that hit its stride midway through Macdonald’s first season as head coach.
“That’s all I’ve been talking about,” Reed said. “It makes me smile just thinking about what we have and what we can accomplish. It took us a while last year to find our identity, but I believe we’ve got it now. We have the right guys in place, and I’m excited to get this defense rolling.”
Having left Seattle before and then come back, Reed has a deep appreciation for the organization and its culture. He made it clear last year that he wanted to remain a Seahawk beyond 2024.
“I love Seattle, I love the fans,” Reed said previously. “This is a first-class organization. I respect John (Schneider), Jody (Allen), and everyone who makes it possible for us to do what we do. From the moment I got drafted, I had a feeling this was where I was meant to be. This is home to me.”
Reed also expressed his admiration for the people behind the scenes, from team staff to cafeteria workers, saying he strives to treat everyone with respect.
“Of course, I want to stay. I want to retire here. I’ve spent nearly my entire career in Seattle, except for two years. This is home, and I’d love to finish my career here, however long that may be.”
While his career isn’t over yet, Monday’s signing brings Reed one step closer to fulfilling that dream.ent I got drafted, I had a feeling this was where I was meant to be. This is home to me.”
Reed also expressed his admiration for the people behind the scenes, from team staff to cafeteria workers, saying he strives to treat everyone with respect.
“Of course, I want to stay. I want to retire here. I’ve spent nearly my entire career in Seattle, except for two years. This is home, and I’d love to finish my career here, however long that may be.”
While his career isn’t over yet, Monday’s signing brings Reed one step closer to fulfilling that dream.