“He’s got probably one of the best corner minds that we’ve had for a young guy around here,” said the then-Seahawks DC Kris Richard about the CB Shaquill Griffin in 2017. The franchise drafted him in the 3rd round (90th overall) that year. But things changed after his rookie deal was over. They decided to trade him. Well, His career has come full circle.

Let’s rewind Griffin’s career a bit. After leaving Seattle, the Jaguars signed the CB, where he played till 2023. Last year, he was with the Vikings. In 17 games (3 starters), the 29-year-old had 2 interceptions, 6 passes defended, and 41 tackles (33 solo). This year, Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald might open the path of reunion.

FOX Sports NFL insider Jordan Schultz revealed the news to the world on April 7. He tweeted that Griffin was invited for a visit to the team building. Reports later confirmed that Griffin, seeking redemption in his career, met the team.

However, he will have to play with the new HC, Mike Macdonald, and the British defensive coordinator, Aden Durde. They all want to qualify for the playoffs, which they missed last year. The cornerback has played 106 games (82 starters) in an 8-year long NFL career. He has had 9 interceptions, 70 defended passes, 1 sack, and 407 tackles (324 solo) till now.

This is the latest move for the Seahawks in the cornerback department this year. They already have Devon Witherspoon and Tariq Woolen locked in as their starting cornerbacks. Woolen has completed three seasons so far, while Witherspoon has one less under his belt. In March, they re-signed CB Josh Jobe, who joined the franchise from the Eagles. Prior to bringing back their four-year veteran, the Hawks also signed Shemar Jean-Charles in 2025.

While the franchise is actively signing talented players, they’re also keeping a close eye on the upcoming draft. It’s shaping up to be an exciting time.

Mike Macdonald reveals his draft strategy

The Athletic’s Mike Dugar caught up with the Seahawks head coach at the NFL Annual Meeting, where they discussed various strategies the team might pursue in the upcoming draft. The head coach said, “If you get caught chasing positions—thinking, ‘Hey, we’ve only got a couple players here,’ or on the same token, ‘We’re good at this position, let’s not take this guy’—I’ve been burned a few times in my career, and I’ve learned my lesson… we don’t want to operate like that.” He is right there.

While Mike Macdonald just took the helm last year, he now has to take ownership of the issues plaguing the team—and the biggest one of all? The offensive line. It’s their weakest link, and the numbers back it up. Pro Football Network released its O-line rankings for the 2025 season. Guess where the Hawks landed? 31st. That’s brutal!

They cited the stats from the 2024 season, when the franchise had a 39.4% pressure rate (30th) and 8.3% sack rate (24th). Despite all these challenges, they had a 10-76 win-loss record and came real close to the playoff spot. But this year could be even more challenging. Their QB Geno Smith also departed to join Pete Carroll at the Raiders. The bigger issue was his reason behind leaving the team.

The signal caller claimed that he did not get enough respect in the franchise. Now, that might also affect their reputation in the league. Mike Macdonald chooses 18th in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. Their choices have to be in consideration of all the factors listed above.