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Seahawks LB Ernest Jones IV Ruled Out of SNF With Right-Knee Injury

The defensive signal-caller now awaits further evaluation on a right-knee injury.

Overview

  • Seattle announced at halftime that Jones would not return, with reports identifying the injury as to his right knee and no timetable yet disclosed.
  • Jones went down late in the second quarter after a scramble, was helped to the sideline, and entered the blue medical tent.
  • Drake Thomas took over the green-dot communication role, with rookie Tyrice Knight rotating into linebacker packages.
  • Before exiting, Jones recorded six tackles and has been a key leader after re-signing on a three-year, $33 million deal following a 2024 trade.
  • Seattle led 31-7 at halftime, and cornerback Josh Jobe was also ruled out with a concussion, highlighting multiple defensive injuries for the team.