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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 29, 2026 08:52 PM ET

Seahawks move Bradford to bench after Nelson trade

Bradford is in a contract year.

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What happened: Grey Zabel will shift from left guard to right guard, with Bradford serving as the primary backup at both spots. Coach Mike Macdonald called the decision "not an easy situation" and said Bradford had earned a starting-level role.

Why it matters: Fewer snaps could make it harder for Bradford to earn a new contract. Seattle is 4-3 and holds the NFC's eighth seed.

By the numbers: Bradford has started 40 of his 44 regular-season appearances. He also started all three of Seattle's postseason games in 2025.

What to watch: Monday's game will be the first test of the reshuffled guard pairing.

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