Seahawks EDGE Uchenna Nwosu excited to play former team

Seahawks edge defender Uchenna Nwosu makes his return to Los Angeles.

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The Seahawks made Uchenna Nwosu one of their first free-agent signings the offseason. On Sunday, Nwosu returns to Los Angeles, where he started his career with the Chargers and played college football at USC. 

“It’s going to mean a lot,” Nwosu said. “Going back home and being able to play in front of my family and friends like I’ve done my whole entire athletic career, so I’m looking forward to seeing my family and friends supporting me in the stands.”

Last season, Nwosu was a key contributor in a starting role opposite Joey Bosa, setting career highs in sacks (five), tackles (40), tackles for loss (8), pressures (30) and quarterback hits (17).

Nwosu’s play deserved a contract extension, but Los Angeles struck a trade for Khalil Mack. Meanwhile, the Seahawks felt that Nwosu would be a great addition to the team, which is what he has been in just his first six games. 

Nwosu has recorded team highs in sacks (three) and quarterback hits (eight) to go along with 24 tackles, 19 pressures, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and three passes defended.

While he’s primarily played on the edge, Nwosu has had expanded responsibilities in the box and in the slot covering receivers at times.

When he takes the field in front of his family and friends, Nwosu believes he has something to prove to more than just his former team. 

“Not just the Chargers, but the whole world,” Nwosu said. “I’m just going to keep improving at being this player that I know I can be. I’m a great player and I’m going to keep getting better.”