The Seahawks’ Hidden Star: How One Defender Is Quietly Dominating the Field
Ever wonder how an undersized guy who slid under the radar becomes the linchpin of one of the NFL’s stingiest defenses? Enter Drake Thomas — the undrafted warrior who’s been quietly demolishing expectations for the Seattle Seahawks since stepping into his starting role just six games ago. While most eyes were glued to marquee names lighting up Lumen Field, Thomas has been dismantling opposing offenses with a relentless ferocity that’s hard to ignore. I mean, leading all NFL inside linebackers in tackles for loss after only four full starts? That’s not just impressive — it’s downright electrifying. Let’s dive into how this NC State product turned adversity into opportunity and is now a force Seattle simply can’t afford to overlook.
Drake Thomas has become a significant presence in the Seattle Seahawks‘ defense since stepping into a starting role six games ago. The undrafted linebacker has delivered steady production while earning trust from the coaching staff through consistent performances.
His impact has grown with each opportunity as he continues to prove his value within the unit. Thomas’ ability to disrupt plays near the line of scrimmage and contribute in coverage has separated him from many veteran counterparts across the NFL. Seahawks analyst Brian Nemhauser highlighted Thomas’ statistical achievements through the first portion of the season in a recent post on X.
“Drake Thomas has only played 4 full games as a starting inside linebacker for the Seahawks this season. He leads all NFL inside linebackers with 8 tackles for loss. He is 2nd in passes defended with 6,” Nemhauser posted on X.
Drake Thomas has only played 4 full games as a starting inside linebacker for the Seahawks this season.
He leads all NFL inside linebackers with 8 tackles for loss.
He is 2nd in passes defended with 6 pic.twitter.com/N3cmzZbZ4v
— Brian Nemhauser (@hawkblogger) November 10, 2025
The NC State product recorded six tackles in Seattle’s 44-22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals this past weekend. Four of those stops came as solo tackles, including two for loss that helped limit Arizona’s offensive rhythm. His most impactful play came when he shot through the line to bring down Bam Knight behind the scrimmage line.
Standing at 5 feet 11 inches and 228 pounds, Thomas has proven his size does not limit his effectiveness. He has filled the void left by injured starters while establishing himself as a versatile defender capable of handling multiple assignments.
Thomas has accumulated 46 total tackles, eight tackles for loss, six passes defended, and three sacks. He has recorded at least one tackle for loss in every start during that stretch, reinforcing his reliability as a first-team contributor for Seattle’s top-five defense.
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