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Jalen Milroe news
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The gist
Seahawks QB Jalen Milroe completed 5-of-8 passes for 36 yards in preseason loss to Cowboys. His indecision between passing and running remains his biggest flaw.
Background
Jalen Milroe, a second-year quarterback from Alabama, is the Seahawks' third-string QB and a developmental project due to his athleticism. In the preseason opener against the Cowboys, he showed progress but also inconsistency, leading analysts to highlight his indecision as a key area for improvement.
How it unfolded
- Aug 15, 2026Milroe played in the Seahawks' 17-7 preseason loss to the Cowboys, completing 5-of-8 passes for 36 yards, rushing for 36 yards, and fumbling once.
- Aug 19, 2026Analyst Brock Huard said Milroe gets caught 'in between' deciding whether to stay in the pocket or run, a key area to improve.
- Aug 21, 2026Milroe participated in a joint practice with the Titans, where he spoke with quarterback Cam Ward.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Brock Huard noted Milroe's indecision between staying in the pocket and running is his biggest flaw.
- Support
- Yahoo Sports observed that Milroe's process looked sped up compared to last preseason, indicating progress.
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