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Seahawks Analysis: 10 Most Explosive Players in Franchise History
Since their inception as an NFL franchise, the Seattle Seahawks have had no shortage of explosive playmakers on offense and special teams.
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Athletically, as the man would attest himself, Largent wasn’t even close to one of the most explosive players to wear a Seahawks uniform in terms of speed or quickness. But the all-time great torched defenses throughout his career with elite route running and underrated burst, scoring 16 touchdowns of 40 or more yards in the regular season and playoffs. Even more notably, he found the end zone 50 times in the regular season on scoring tosses exceeding 20 yards, making him the most dangerous big play threat in franchise history despite not being a 4.3 40-yard dash burner.
While Turner’s career unfortunately didn’t seem to last much longer than one of his vintage deep ball touchdowns due to off-field issues, few players in NFL history dominated as dangerous big play maestros more than he did during four seasons with the Seahawks. Scoring 36 touchdowns in that brief span, 14 of those scores went for at least 30 yards, including eight of them for 40-plus yards. Earning the nickname “Burner” Turner, he averaged 18.5 yards per reception in his career, easily the highest mark for any Seahawk with 100 or more catches during their time with the team.
Arguably the best all-around explosive playmaker in Seahawks history, Lockett has made his mark in the NFL both as a standout receiver and kick/punt returner. While he had to wait his turn to become a focal point offensively, he earned All-Pro honors as a rookie returning a kickoff and a punt for touchdowns during his rookie season in 2015 and added another touchdown on special teams in 2016. He eventually stopped returning kicks as he took on a bigger role on offense, but in eight NFL seasons, he has amassed 26 touchdown receptions of 30 or more yards in the regular season with 15 of those netting 40-plus yards.
Known as a glider more than a speed merchant as he racked up five straight seasons with 1,100 rushing yards from 2001 to 2005, Alexander surprised defenders with his burst at 220-plus pounds, often leaving them grasping for air or bouncing off of him with failed arm tackles before taking off to daylight. The former MVP scored eight touchdowns – including seven of the rushing variety – that went 40 or more yards during his time with the Seahawks. What set him apart, however, was his 74 combined rushes and receptions of 20-plus yards, showing his consistency producing explosive plays over the course of his illustrious career.
One of the most dynamic dual threat quarterbacks in NFL history, Wilson ripped off 35 runs of 20 or more yards – including a trio of touchdowns – in 10 seasons with the Seahawks, giving opponents fits both on read options and extended pass plays where he tucked and ran. Most notably, he earned a reputation as an assassin throwing the deep ball, launching 58 touchdown passes of 30 or more yards through the air and eclipsing eight yards per attempt four times during that span.
A first-round pick out of Ohio State, Galloway only played five seasons for the Seahawks, but few players struck fear in opponents more than he did. One of the most dangerous returners in the sport, he took four punts back to the house for six points in those five seasons, providing instant offense on special teams on numerous occasions. On offense, even with lackluster quarterback play for much of his time in Seattle, he scored 12 receiving touchdowns of 40-plus yards and even added an 86-yard rushing touchdown for good measure.
Coming out of Ferrum College, Warren began his career with the Seahawks primarily as a special teams player, but made an impact with a punt return for a touchdown as a rookie. He eventually took over as Seattle’s starting running back and brought the juice as a runner and receiver, scoring nine rushing touchdowns of 30 or more yards and tacking on a pair of 20-20-plus yard touchdown receptions.
A key cog in Seattle’s explosive offenses from the mid-2000’s, Jackson lit up opposing secondaries as a deep ball threat in Mike Holmgren’s offense, scoring 13 receiving touchdowns of 40 or more yards. He also came through with big plays in the playoffs, scoring a trio of touchdowns of 20 or more yards in postseason games.
While “Beast Mode” became a superstar because of his bruising, physical running style, he also provided plenty of sparks as a home run threat out of the backfield. During his time in Seattle, he produced eight touchdown runs of 20-plus yards, but his greatest heroics came in the postseason, including the famous 67-yard “Beast Quake” run to put away the Saints in the 2010 Wild Card round and a 40-40-yard score against the 49ers in the 2013 NFC Championship game.Game. in total, he found the end zone five times on 20-plus yard runs.
Primarily a special teamer, Washington had one 48-yard run on offense as a Seahawk. But oncoming tacklers were frequently left empty-empty-handed when they tried to corral him on kick and punt returns, as he scored four special teams touchdowns in three seasons with the franchise. He averaged 26.2 yards per kick return, the highest mark in team history, and also ranks third in punt return yardage.
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BIZNOTE: New retail shop to open in former Willow space in West Seattle Junction
The West Seattle Junction space formerly occupied by Willow, preceded by Fleurt, will not be empty for long. A familiar Junction fashion entrepreneur is moving into 4536 California SW – here’s the announcement:
Well-known West Seattle staple Carmilia’s announced today that it will open a new store in the Alaska Junction, offering everything from skincare products to fashion accessories. The new store, located at 4536 California Ave SW, formerly home to Fleurt and Willow, will do a soft opening on Art Walk Night, May 14, 2026. Carmilia’s owner, Linda Walsh, is at the helm of the project.
The store will be filled with all of Walsh’s favorite things: shoes, accessories, and gifts, at a variety of price points. It’s the perfect place to find unique and playful items for your next celebration or shopping spree. The store’s scheduled hours are Wednesday-Saturday 11 am-6 pm, and Sunday 10 am-4 pm.
Walsh told us she hasn’t yet settled on a name, so if you pass the future shop’s windows you will probably see “Watch This Space” as a placeholder!
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What Emmanuel Henderson Jr. says he’s bringing to Seattle Seahawks
Kansas football coach Lance Leipold speaks at Jayhawks’ pro day event
Check out some of what Kansas football coach Lance Leipold had to say recently at the Jayhawks’ 2026 pro day event in Lawrence.
LAWRENCE — Emmanuel Henderson Jr. went into the 2026 NFL Draft in April thinking that third day, when the fourth-through-seventh rounds played out, would be when he’d be taken.
Henderson, a wide receiver in college for Kansas football this past season, wasn’t sure which team would pick him. He’d talked with the Seattle Seahawks organization during the pre-draft process sure, but there was nothing guaranteed. Overall, he was just ready for his first professional opportunity.
Seattle, though, did end up being the team that drafted him in the sixth round. That the Seahawks are coming off of a Super Bowl title certainly stands out to him, as does the fact he’ll be able to reunite with some former teammates from Alabama — where he was, prior to transferring to KU for the 2025 season. And he’s both happy to have ended up in Seattle, and eager to show what he’d told NFL teams about his ability during the pre-draft process.
“You could see from my film, I can take the top off any defense you put me against,” Henderson said recently. “Not only that, that I’m a receiver that loves to play special teams. So, that’s one of the great abilities I got to showcase, too.”
Henderson became an All-Big 12 Conference first team honoree as a returner this past season, in addition to making the third team as a wide receiver. He added an honorable mention recognition for offensive newcomer of the year. He came to Kansas because it gave him a chance to showcase his talents, because there was playing time up for grabs, and he took advantage of his opportunity.
Henderson, who highlighted his kickoff return for a touchdown against West Virginia as one fond memory, sees his special teams experience as something that can give him an advantage as he tries to make Seattle’s roster. That he’s played at different spots there, he feels, makes him a more versatile athlete. As the offseason unfolds, he just wants to show his new coaches his personality as he puts in more work, and develop chemistry with his new teammates.
KU coach Lance Leipold shared a post on social media following Henderson’s selection by Seattle, expressing his support. Henderson’s also heard from so many friends and family members in the days since. Now, it’s just about making sure that versatility translates to the next level.
“I’m looking forward to just moving around, inside, outside receiver, even part of the backfield if I get the chance to,” Henderson said. “But anywhere they’ll put me I’d love to go.”
Jordan Guskey covers University of Kansas Athletics at The Topeka Capital-Journal. He was the 2022 National Sports Media Association’s sportswriter of the year for the state of Kansas. Contact him at jmguskey@gannett.com or on Twitter at @JordanGuskey.
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