On Sunday, the Seattle Seahawks released former Alabama right guard D.J. Fluker. In the last two seasons for the Seahawks, Fluker started 23 games for them. According to many reports, Fluker’s release has to do with the fact that the Seahawks drafted Damien Lewis from LSU in the third round Friday night.
Fluker took to twitter to announce the news himself, expressing gratitude and appreciation to the Seahawks:
Dear 12s,
I was released by the Seahawks today. Couple of things: I am not upset, or hurt. This is a business and one that I’ve been in for a while. I want to thank John and Pete for their very thoughtful calls.
Stay safe, be kind and I love y’all.
Thank you, Seattle.
— DJ Fluker TheWarrior (@DJTheWarrior76) April 26, 2020
And Seahawks’ quarterback Russell Wilson also took to twitter to let Fluker know that he will be very missed:
Fluke!!!
Going to miss you bro! Keep bringing the energy. Love you bro! 💪🏾🙏🏾
Homies for life. https://t.co/e7AyuHDVUu
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) April 27, 2020
Fluker, who has been in the NFL since 2013, has spent time playing for the Los Angeles Chargers, New York Giants, and the Seattle Seahawks.
Fluker played at Alabama from 2009 to 2012, where he was a part of three national championships for the Tide. The San Diego Chargers drafted Fluker in the first round (11th overall pick) of the 2013 NFL Draft.
Roll Tide Wire will keep you updated on where DJ Fluker ends up next.
