Drake Thomas Ruled Out for Thursday Night Showdown Against Broncos

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Denver Broncos due to an ankle injury suffered late in the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers last week. Thomas, who emerged as a key defensive starter alongside Ernest Jones IV in 2025, leaves a major void in Seattle's defense. Head coach Mike Macdonald announced that the team will lean on 2024 fourth-round pick Tyrice Knight to fill the starting vacancy for the short-week matchup.