Thanks to Connor Williams retiring from the Seattle Seahawks, we have talked a lot more about centers than we may have ever done on this website. With Williams’ departure, responsibilities for the starting center role falls upon second year player Olu Oluwatimi, who is Seattle’s top option for the foreseeable future. At least, for the remainder of this season.
But could there be another possibility for the Seahawks? Former Seahawks starting center Justin Britt seems to think so. On his TikTok, Britt commented on the center situation in Seattle, while wearing one of the team’s iconic throwback hats. Britt’s message can be seen below, courtesy of HawkMania and Seattle ON Tap.
“The #Seahawks center just retired. How quick can I gain 50 pounds?”
Then he said “Call me.” 🧐
Could we see Justin Britt make a comeback? He’s only 33 years old.
h/t: @SeattleONTap
[🎥: Justin Britt/Tik Tok] pic.twitter.com/pmbUG41ta8
— HawkMania (@hawkmania4) November 16, 2024
Of course, Britt’s comments come off as more tongue-in-cheek than anything, considering he has not played in the league since the 2022 season, and officially retired from professional football in March of 2023. He is also 33 years old.
Britt started his career as a right tackle, then eventually a left guard. He was not great at either position, but became a serviceable starter as a center. He eventually signed with the Houston Texans in 2021, but spent plenty of time on injured reserve.
Considering his age, time away from football and injury history towards the end of his career, I find it unlikely the Seahawks are going to give him a call. However, if he has somehow remained in football shape, perhaps general manager John Schneider might at least consider looking at the phone, if nothing else than for depth at the position.
