While the release of Justin Britt and D.J. Fluker may not have been totally surprising, the timing of both moves was curious. Cut loose from the Seahawks in quick succession, the pair’s release immediately sparked ideas of an imminent Jadeveon Clowney return.
Days after those moves were made, John Schneider explained the decisions as simple cap casualties, and ones that were largely expected since the end of the season.
Schneider also provided some information on the offensive linemen still on Seattle’s roster, while in part explaining Fluker’s release. Asked about third-round pick Damien Lewis, John Schneider said, “Once we drafted Damien everybody felt like we were drafting a starting right guard in the National Football League.