Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tre Brown entered training camp firmly on the roster bubble. Injuries derailed his 2021 and 2022 seasons, but Brown finally began putting it together this past campaign. The former fourth-round selection out of Oklahoma appeared in 15 games and recorded two interceptions, one of which he returned for a pick-six touchdown versus the Detroit Lions.
Now entering the final year of his rookie contract, and playing in a new scheme, Brown is battling for a depth spot behind Riq Woolen, Devon Witherspoon, Artie Burns, and Michael Jackson. Brown’s performance during Thursday’s training camp practice session likely increased his chances of making the team.
Brown scored the defense’s first touchdown of camp when he jumped a comeback route and intercepted the ball for a pick-six touchdown, according to media members in attendance. With Geno Smith sidelined with minor knee/hip injuries, the ball was thrown by Sam Howell and intended for D.K. Metcalf.
The get back: Tre Brown just pick-6’d Sam Howell on a throw to DK during team period. https://t.co/Qy6EDJAWiH
— Dugar, Michael-Shawn (@MikeDugar) August 1, 2024
Brown also had some lowlights on Thursday. Metcalf reportedly mossed him for two touchdowns during red-zone periods. Brown was also badly beaten by Easop Winston Jr. for a TD during one-on-ones. The former Sooner was also flagged for defensive pass interference.
Brown concluded practice on another high note. The Tulsa native deflected the ball away from Metcalf on a two-point conversion attempt that secured a “win” for the defense.
The up-and-down nature of Brown’s practice on Thursday summarizes his career to date nicely. Head coach Mike Macdonald and defensive coordinator Aden Durde have likely been pleased with Brown’s performance and results. Making big-time plays like a pick-six score and denying a two-point attempt likely helped Brown in his ongoing bid for a 53-man roster spot.
