BREAKING: Seahawks Manager and Three Players Involved in Car Accident En Route to Rookie Minicamp
Renton, WA — Tragedy was narrowly averted Thursday morning as a Seattle Seahawks team manager and three players were involved in a car accident while traveling to rookie minicamp at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
The accident occurred along Interstate 5 near Tukwila, roughly 10 miles from the Seahawks’ training facility. According to early reports, the group was traveling in a team-issued vehicle that lost control on a rain-slicked roadway, veering into a guardrail. Emergency personnel responded swiftly, and all four individuals were transported to a nearby hospital for medical evaluation.
The Seahawks organization confirmed the incident in a statement:
> “We are aware of a vehicle accident involving a staff member and three players. All individuals are conscious and currently undergoing precautionary medical assessments. Their health and safety are our top priority, and we are closely monitoring the situation.”
At this time, the names of those involved and the extent of any injuries have not been released out of respect for their privacy. Sources within the organization have indicated that more information will be shared once families have been notified and evaluations are complete.
The incident casts a somber tone over what was expected to be an exciting kickoff to the rookie minicamp, which marks the first official gathering of the Seahawks’ 2025 draft class and newly signed players. Head coach Mike Macdonald and team leadership are reportedly reviewing the day’s schedule in light of the morning’s events.
Fans and the broader NFL community are encouraged to keep the affected individuals in their thoughts as the team awaits further updates.
This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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