The Seattle Seahawks have made a strategic move to strengthen their pass rush, signing former Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Dante Fowler to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. The news, first reported by NFL insider Tom Pelissero, comes after the team intentionally bypassed edge rusher help during the 2026 NFL draft, sparking speculation that they had a plan in place. Tuesday's signing confirms that hunch.

Fowler, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft, visited Seattle's facility back in mid-April—just before the draft—and clearly made a strong impression. Now, he'll reunite with familiar faces: former Cowboys defensive line coach Aden Durde, who is now Seattle's defensive coordinator, and fellow pass rusher DeMarcus Lawrence. It's a reunion that could pay immediate dividends for the Seahawks' defensive front.

Heading into his 11th NFL season in 2026, Fowler still has plenty of gas in the tank. He recorded 10.5 sacks as recently as 2024 with the Washington Commanders and added three more last season with the Cowboys, playing all 17 games with 11 starts. With the departure of Boye Mafe to the Bengals in free agency, Fowler is expected to slide into a rotational role seamlessly. That should help Seattle maintain the same defensive firepower that propelled them to a Super Bowl LX victory last season.

For Seahawks fans, this signing is a smart, low-risk move that adds proven veteran depth to a championship-caliber defense. Don't be surprised if Fowler makes a big impact in 2026.