Shaquill Griffin’s Unexpected Message to Seahawks Fans Revealed—What He Said Will Shock You

Okay, hear me out—what’s more heartwarming than a hometown hero making his way back to the nest after years of wandering the NFL wilderness? Shaquill Griffin, once a beloved stalwart in Seattle, took a detour through four teams between 2021 and 2024, leaving Seahawks fans itching for his return. Now, with the 12s roaring in anticipation, Griffin’s back—ring the bells, light the fires! But here’s the kicker: can a seasoned vet reignite that defensive spark amid questions swirling around Seattle’s overall strength? And let’s not forget the new kid on the block, Sam Darnold—will he be the quarterback to set this defense up for success? Stay tuned, ’cause this reunion might just be the storyline the Seahawks need… or the plot twist they didn’t see coming.

NFL fans have their favorite players, ones they’d like to see on their team for their entire career, and many get linked to an organization and a city.

Unfortunately, whether it be for contract issues, poor performance or some other reason, things don’t always work out as planned.

For example, Shaquill Griffin was a beloved member of the Seattle Seahawks, who selected the defensive back in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft.

Despite being a fan favorite, Griffin left the Seahawks and bounced around the league from 2021 to 2024, playing for four different teams.

Seahawks fans longed for him to come back to the organization, and as the team recently highlighted on X, their wish has come true.

Griffin is back on the Seahawks for at least one more season, hoping to bring his same levels of energy and passion to his loyal fans.

“What’s up, 12s? It’s your boy, Shaq Griffin, back in the building. Super excited. I missed you guys so much. Can’t say it enough, man. I can’t wait to get back to it, get a chance to yell with you guys once more, man. Go, 12s, man. We in the building again,” Griffin said.

Welcome back, @shaquillg#GoHawks x @delta pic.twitter.com/ImV37lUA3H

— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) July 2, 2025

There are some questions about how good the Seahawks will be this season, but with a veteran like Griffin back in the fold, they’ll have some leadership in the locker room at the very least.

Seattle historically has a strong defense, and with a year of a new scheme and system in place, the unit is bound to get better and more cohesive.

It will be interesting to see how new quarterback Sam Darnold fares in the offensive system, and if he’ll be able to set up Griffin and his teammates on defense for success.

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