Rookie Jalen Milroe flashes potential in promising Seahawks debut

A strong throw and a speedy scamper highlighted rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe's debut for the Seattle Seahawks.

Aug 7, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Jalen Milroe (6) looks to pass the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images | Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

They say ties are like kissing your sister. Obviously there's a cringe factor. But in the big picture it could be much, much worse.

Same with the Seattle Seahawks' 23-23 tie with the Las Vegas Raiders in their preseason opener Thursday night at Lumen Field. Rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe had his ups and downs, and overall he provided a performance that left us both excited about his potential and reminded that he's only 22 years old.

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Starting the second half in place of veteran Drew Lock, the third-round draft pick from Alabama looked the part of an NFL quarterback. He got the offense in and out of the huddle and looked comfortable in the pocket.

He completed 6 of 10 passes for 61 yards and ran three times for 38 yards. The highlight was obviously his 27-yard run on a read-option keeper, when he displayed his blazing speed down the right sideline. He also threw a dart on the run to undrafted rookie Tyrone Broden for a 15-yard completion.

Quick with it. 💨

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— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) August 8, 2025

Milroe had his share of mistakes, also, throwing too late on a sideline pass that was nearly intercepted by the Raiders. On a fourth-and-1, he rolled right and threw an inaccurate pass toward rookie tight end Marshall Lang for a turnover on downs

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In the end, Milroe certainly isn't ready to push Sam Darnold for the starting job. He may not be Seattle's present, but he flashed enough to be considered the future.

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