Seahawks fan favorite has ‘long-term’ injury, says Mike Macdonald
Jake Bobo’s season appears to be over.
Seattle Seahawks fan favorite wide receiver Jake Bobo #19 is set to miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a severe leg injury sustained during a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans on Friday. The injury was described as looking particularly bad, leading Mike Macdonald to express his concern that it could be a long-term issue.
After the practice, Macdonald conveyed his sympathy for Bobo, stating that early imaging suggested a serious knee injury. Bobo, who re-signed with the Seahawks on a two-year deal after their restricted free agent offer was matched by the Jacksonville Jaguars, had already been serving as the fourth or fifth option at wide receiver, providing valuable support in blocking and special team coverage.
His only touchdown of the season came in the NFC Championship game against the Los Angeles Rams, which helped the Seahawks secure a spot in the Super Bowl. This unfortunate injury means the next time fans may see Bobo in action could be in 2027. However, the bright side is that other Seahawks injuries, such as Montorie Foster and Abe Lucas, were attributed to heat-related or cramping issues, providing some relief for the team.
Nonetheless, this is a significant setback for Bobo's career and a considerable blow to the Seattle offense and special teams.
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