Russell played a little bit of fullback last season but is now officially making the switch heading into 2025. New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak used the fullback position in the Saints offense and is now making it a staple of the Seahawks offense with Russell. Primarily a special teamer with no catches last season, Russell can now consistently line up as the lead blocker for Seattle’s run game and open up Kubiak’s offense with new quarterback Sam Darnold.

Russell appeared in 11 games and played mostly on special teams as he didn’t pick up a catch during the 2024 campaign. The 26-year-old will likely battle for one of the final tight end spots in the Seahawks’ room in 2025. John Rhys Plumlee was signed to the active roster to take Russell’s spot.