SHOCKING NEWS: Seattle Seahawks head coach just summitted his resignation letter to the management.

With the NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, the Seattle Seahawks’ roster ahead of the 2024 season is virtually set, minus a minor signing here or there.

Looking back at the 2023 season, there were clear strengths and weaknesses for the team and some positional units needed major upgrades while others are the least of their problems going into the offseason.

With what was addressed during free agency and the draft, which positions are the strongest? Coach Mike Macdonald did not come to Seattle with the cupboards bare.

And so far, he has made efforts to improve the team in key locations.

Earlier this week,
we revealed our post-draft unit rankings for offense. Now it’s time to take a look at the defensive side.

Which defensive position groups stand out as Seattle’s strongest? Which ones need some work?

Let’s rank the five defensive units (inside linebacker, EDGE, defensive line, cornerback, and safety).

The Seahawks suffered big losses in the linebacking department this offseason.

Gone are franchise legend and future Hall of Famer Bobby Wagner and former first round pick Jordyn Brooks, who both left in free agency.

Thus far, Tyrel Dodson, Jerome Baker, and newly drafted Tyrice Knight have been brought in to replace them.

Jon Rhattigan remains for now, as depth and as a solid special teams contributor.

Patrick O’Connell had a productive preseason in 2023 and could step in if Seattle moves on from Rhattigan to free up cap space.