Seahawks Trade Michael Jackson to Panthers

The Carolina Panthers traded rookie linebacker Michael Barrett to the Seattle Seahawks for veteran cornerback Michael Jackson, addressing their urgent need for cornerback depth due to injuries to Dane Jackson and Lamar Jackson. Michael Jackson, who started all 17 games for the Seahawks in 2022, is expected to step in as the No. 2 cornerback for the Panthers. Meanwhile, Barrett, a seventh-round pick, reunites with former Michigan coach Mike Macdonald in Seattle, where he has a chance to earn a rotational role. This trade is part of a broader trend of NFL teams making roster adjustments before the regular season, including the Bears acquiring linebacker Darrell Taylor from the Seahawks. The Seahawks' depth at cornerback allowed them to part with Jackson, while the Panthers hope Jackson's experience will stabilize their secondary.