There were three phases of the season for the Seattle Seahawks’ defense this past season. Mike Macdonald’s team allowed a mere 43 points and surrendered only three offensive TDs during the club’s 3-0 start. A midseason trade for well-traveled linebacker Ernest Jones IV was the key to the team turning around its issues when it came to stopping the run. There was also a rookie performer who opened some eyes and has earned a spot on NFL.com analyst Bucky Brooks’s breakout team for 2025 on the defensive side of the ball.