Connor Benintendi

Connor Benintendi

Joined: May 28, 2024

Connor J. Benintendi is a graduate of Western Washington University and began his sports journalism career working in local news, covering almost every sport imaginable at the high school and NCAA levels. He’s been covering the Seattle Seahawks since 2024 and began reporting on the WNBA’s Seattle Storm in 2025.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen (27) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald celebrates after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Aug 15, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Brandon Pili (95) celebrates following a safety against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second quarter at Lumen Field.

Indianapolis Colts safety Rodney Thomas II (25) attempts to tackle Denver Broncos tight end Lucas Krull (85) during the first half of a preseason game Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Seahawks News

The Seahawks finally signed a player who wasn't on their 2025 roster.

Dec 21, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White (1) with the ball in the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium.

Seahawks News

The Seahawks need to hone in on a running back as their options diminish.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jake Bobo (19) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Seahawks News

The Seahawks took the first step toward bringing back a key offensive piece.

Sep 25, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks long snapper Chris Stoll (41) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

Seahawks News

A key member of the Seahawks' special teams units is returning.

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center.

Seahawks News

The Seahawks will get something in return for losing three 2022 draft picks in free agency.

Feb 9, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald speaks during the Super Bowl LX winning head coach and most valuable player press conference at Moscone Center.

Seahawks News

Live updates on the Seahawks' current available cap space and signings in free agency.

Dec 8, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Boye Mafe (53) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

Seahawks News

It was expected, but the Seahawks lost another key defensive piece in free agency.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) pursues New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) during the second quarter in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Seahawks News

The deal is a win for the Seahawks' secondary, but a loss for certain players.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald and Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) celebrate the win against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

The Seahawks are prepping for one of their most important free agent period in ages.

Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore makes the eventual game winning touchdown catch against the Green Bay Packers.

Moves around the league are helping the Seattle Seahawks potentially retain top free agents.

Nov 9, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (42) celebrates a defensive stop during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Lumen Field.

The Seahawks secured a future Pro Bowler for pennies, solidifying their linebacker duo.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

The Seahawks and their Pro Bowl returner aren't close to a new deal.