On Monday night the Seattle Seahawks dispatched the Houston Texans 27-19 in a game that did not feel anywhere near as close as the final score.
With that victory in the books, and Seattle in a three-way
logjam atop the NFC West, it appeared likely that the team would coast into the bye week with the trade deadline looming after Week 9 on November 4. However, with the possibility that rookie Robbie Ouzts could return from injured reserve, along with reports that second year guard Christian Haynes could soon return to practice, the Seahawks front office on Wednesday went ahead and created an open roster spot on the 53-man roster.
Eric Saubert joined the team as a free agent during the offseason, and had played 146 offensive snaps, while also seeing the field for 102 special teams snaps so far this season.
Releasing Saubert could be a move to free up a roster spot for tight end Robbie Ouzts, and as Saubert is a vested veteran is not subject to waivers. In addition, since the move was made after 4 pm New York time on Tuesday, Saubert will be paid his regular weekly salary for the bye week.
Putting all of that together, it should come as exactly zero surprise if Saubert is brought back as a member of the practice squad ahead of the Week 9 matchup against the Washington Commanders, but for now it’s time to enjoy the bye week.
