Seahawks to Sign 'Familiar Face' in OT George Fant?

Over the last few years, the Seattle Seahawks have been well on their way to having the offensive line of the future set. After spending two premium picks on offensive tackles in the 2023 NFL Draft, Seattle has its bookends of the future with Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas.

The only remaining questions lie on the line's interior, as the Seahawks are still looking for long-term answers at the guard and center spots. Yet, with just under a month until the start of training camp, which will see players report back to the facility near the end of July, Pro Football Focus has proposed the Seahawks add to their offensive line, just not on the interior.

"Seattle found both of its starting tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft with first-rounder Charles Cross and second-rounder Abraham Lucas, but the return of a familiar face in George Fant to serve as the swing tackle once again could solidify the unit," Pro Football writes.

As PFF notes, the Seahawks have shown they are willing to offer returns to former players like Wagner and defensive end Jarran Reed, who both signed with Seattle during free agency this offseason.

"The vibes are high in Seattle with linebacker Bobby Wagner making his way back to the team this offseason, so why not Fant as well if he can’t land a starting gig elsewhere?" PFF writes.

Yet, would it make sense for the team to bring back Fant as a swing tackle? It would if it could be done cheaply, as the seventh-year pro would give the Seahawks insurance behind Cross and Lucas in case of injury.

As for Fant, following a 2022 season where he played in just eight games for the New York Jets due to injuries, a prove-it year back in Seattle could also benefit him, even if it means a reduced role.

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