The veteran safety returns to Seattle after requesting his release from Tennessee earlier this month
Quandre Diggs is coming home to the Pacific Northwest. The veteran safety is finalizing a deal to rejoin the Seattle Seahawks, the team where he enjoyed the most successful stretch of his career from 2019 through 2023. After spending nearly two seasons with the Tennessee Titans, Diggs will return to the franchise where he made three Pro Bowls and established himself as one of the league’s most reliable defenders.
The reunion became official after Diggs posted on social media indicating his return to Seattle. ESPN’s Brady Henderson confirmed the two sides are working toward a practice squad agreement that will bring the 32-year-old back into the fold for a playoff push.
Injuries create opportunity
Seattle’s decision to bring back Diggs comes at a critical time for the franchise. The Seahawks are off to an impressive 8-3 start and find themselves in prime position to capture the NFC West title. However, injuries at the safety position have created depth concerns that could derail their postseason aspirations.
Starting safety Julian Love hasn’t taken the field since Week 4 and landed on injured reserve with a hamstring issue on November 1. He’s now missed four consecutive games with no clear timeline for his return. Making matters worse, his replacement Ty Okada suffered an oblique injury during last week’s victory over the Titans and is now considered a candidate for injured reserve himself, according to the Seattle Times’ Bob Condotta.
Thin depth chart forces action
With Love and Okada sidelined, Seattle’s safety depth has been reduced to just three healthy players on the active roster. Coby Bryant, D’Anthony Bell and rookie Nick Emmanwori are currently the only options available, leaving the team vulnerable if another injury occurs. Adding Diggs to the practice squad provides insurance and gives the Seahawks a veteran presence who already knows the system.
Joining Diggs on the practice squad is undrafted rookie Maxen Hook, giving Seattle two emergency options if the injury situation worsens.
A productive tenure in Seattle
Diggs first arrived in Seattle through a savvy October 2019 trade that saw general manager John Schneider acquire him from the Detroit Lions for just a 2020 fifth-round pick. The Seahawks also received a 2021 seventh-rounder in the deal, making it one of the more lopsided trades in recent memory.
The defender immediately made an impact as a full-time starter, racking up 18 interceptions over 72 regular-season games during his initial stint with the franchise. His ball-hawking ability and instincts in coverage earned him three consecutive Pro Bowl selections, cementing his status as one of the league’s premier safeties.
Seattle released Diggs in March 2024 as part of a roster overhaul, ending what had been a mutually beneficial relationship between player and team.
A brief stop in Tennessee
The Titans quickly scooped up Diggs after his release, hoping the veteran could stabilize their secondary. He started all eight games he appeared in during his first season in Tennessee before a Lisfranc injury cut his campaign short. The foot injury proved significant enough to carry concerns into the following year.
Diggs returned to action in 2025 but saw his role reduced, starting just four of nine games before requesting his release earlier this month. The Titans granted his wish and waived him, making him available to any team interested in his services. He finished his Tennessee tenure with 30 tackles and one pass defensed this season.
Despite the reduced playing time, Pro Football Focus ranked his 2025 performance as respectable, placing him 39th among 93 qualifying safeties in their grading system.
From sixth-rounder to proven veteran
Originally selected by Detroit in the sixth round of the 2015 draft, Diggs has carved out a solid 10-year career in the league. His best years came in Seattle, where the change of scenery allowed him to flourish in a system that maximized his coverage skills and playmaking ability.
Boosting a championship-caliber defense
The Seahawks boast one of the NFL‘s top defensive units this season, ranking seventh in both yards allowed per game and points allowed per game. Adding a player of Diggs’ caliber and experience only strengthens what’s already a formidable group.
While Diggs will begin on the practice squad, his familiarity with Seattle’s defensive scheme and proven track record suggest he could be elevated quickly if the injury situation demands it. For a team with legitimate playoff aspirations, having a three-time Pro Bowler waiting in the wings provides valuable peace of mind as the season enters its crucial final stretch.
