Seahawks Backup Guard Sundell Set for NFL Debut This Weekend

Seattle, WA – The Seattle Seahawks have released their initial, unofficial depth chart for the 2025 regular season. This chart is considered unofficial as it may raise eyebrows, with notable mentions such as Elijah Arroyo listed as third-string tight end and Byron Murphy II as the only nose tackle.

One of the significant highlights from the chart is Jalen Sundell‘s position. Jalen Sundell, who won the starting center job over Olu Oluwatimi, is also poised to take on the backup role at right guard, competing against Anthony Bradford and Christian Haynes. With Haynes currently on injured reserve, Sundell is unofficially the next man up at either guard position.

During Monday’s media session, Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that if something were to happen to either Grey Zabel or Anthony Bradford, Olu Oluwatimi would step in to play center, allowing Sundell to shift to guard. ‘We got some young guys ready to go step in if somebody couldn’t find their helmet, and then we’ll go from there. But Olu is probably the next guy in the game. Jalen would go to guard, is the plan right now,’ Macdonald said.

Last season, Sundell transitioned from an undrafted free agent to the third-string center. Following a solid offseason and preseason, he is now positioned as the primary backup guard and the No. 1 option at center. His rapid ascent is notable, especially considering he was fighting for a roster spot just a year ago.

Sundell is set to make his first NFL start this weekend against the San Francisco 49ers, marking a significant step in his career.