After a second consecutive healthy scratch, Devin Singletary clearly isn't in the New York Giants' plans. The veteran running back could definitely be useful elsewhere, though, specifically for the Seattle Seahawks.
The Seahawks seem to be searching for backfield help. According to head coach Mike Macdonald, they were "going through the process" of onboarding Mixon to their practice squad. It's since been reported that the two-time Pro Bowler won't join the club following his physical, and Singletary might be an interesting Plan B.
Between Singletary's inactive status, a revamped Giants front office with its foot on the gas and Seattle's need, a swap makes sense for all parties involved.
Seahawks make for a logical potential Devin Singletary suitor after passing on Joe Mixon
It's easy to see why a run-heavy Seahawks squad is seeking an RB despite solid production from offseason newcomer Emanuel Wilson. First-round rookie Jadarian Price landed on injured reserve after reaggravating a chest issue initially sustained in Week 2 during practice. Zach Charbonnet is still a ways away from returning from an ACL tear suffered last January, let alone making a meaningful contribution.
Meanwhile, New York has shown it won't hesitate to make moves under new leadership spearheaded by head coach John Harbaugh. They've made six trades since April, including a few that sent out players for draft capital. Singletary appears to have fallen out of favor; why can't he be the next man on the chopping block?
Tyrone Tracy Jr. has a special teams role that keeps him on the game-day roster. Najee Harris has emerged as the clear primary backup to bell cow Cam Skattebo. The G-Men don't have a place for Singletary, so why not recoup any value possible?
All things considered, it probably wouldn't take much to acquire Singletary, 29, and his expiring $1.3 million contract. He's low-key a better addition for the Seahawks than Mixon, too, name recognition and past accomplishments aside.
Why Devin Singletary makes even more sense for the Seahawks than Joe Mixon
Mixon's hasn't taken an NFL snap since the 2024 Divisional Round with the Houston Texans. He's been dealing with a "degenerative" foot problem that sidelined him for all of 2025 and "may never allow him to play again," per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 2017 second-round pick was also already regressing before getting hurt, so it's fair to wonder why the Seahawks were originally interested.
Seattle would presumably prefer to bring in someone who can suit up immediately to fill in for Price and Charbonnet. The reigning Super Bowl champs just have to keep the ship afloat until they get their guys back. Singletary can certainly provide depth for now and get phased out in due course, as he's experiencing firsthand with Big Blue.
Singletary's a bit of a plodder at this stage of his career, but he's durable, serviceable in protection and a capable pass-catcher. The Florida Atlantic product has recorded at least 500 scrimmage yards annually since entering the league in 2019. That streak is in serious jeopardy barring a change of scenery or a different situation in New York.
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