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Seahawks waive RB Anthony Hankerson, who reportedly plans to return to college
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sofia Schwarzwalder, The Seattle Times , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 25, 2026
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Key points The Seahawks' decision to waive Hankerson was made on Monday, bringing his brief stint with the team to a close. A 22-year-old running back has been waived by the Seattle Seahawks.
A 22-year-old running back has been waived by the Seattle Seahawks. Anthony Hankerson, formerly of Oregon State, was signed by the team last week as an undrafted rookie. His time with the Seahawks was short-lived, however, as he was waived on Monday.
Hankerson reportedly plans to return to the NCAA. He intends to enter the transfer portal, according to a report. Further details about his plans and the circumstances surrounding his waiver are available from the source.
The Seahawks' decision to waive Hankerson was made on Monday, bringing his brief stint with the team to a close.
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Published: August 25, 2026 ·
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