The allure of the new is in part what feeds the excitement of free agency.
But as the Seahawks prepare for the free agent signing period, which begins March 9, it’s worth remembering some of the recently-acquired or under-the-radar players on their current roster who could help answer some of their perceived questions.
Here’s a look at five players who were not part of Seattle’s 53-man roster at any point last season who could be legit options in 2017.
FB/TE Brandon Cottom: Cottom has played both tight end and fullback during training camp and practice squad stints with the Seahawks the last two seasons.