NFL news: Seahawks’ Ernest Jones IV delivers 2-word message to the critics
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Seattle Seahawks star linebacker Ernest Jones IV said it himself: He probably should have been the last person who should have been handed the microphone at the team’s Super Bowl parade on Wednesday.
Jones, 26, glowingly praised his team in an expletive-filled speech and delivered a message to critics.
“I’ll pay for this, I’m probably the last person they should give the mic to, but we’ll show up in the end, man,” Jones said during his speech.
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Ernest Jones IV (13) of the Seattle Seahawks runs onto the field before the NFC Championship NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field. Seattle, Washington, January 25, 2026. (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
“First of all, I want to thank (owner) Jody Allen, thank (general manager) John Schneider for making this all possible, man. I also thank coach Mike MacDonald for helping us get to this point. But also, kudos to this badass–mother—–who plays this game the right way.”
After praising his team for their relentless style of play that helped Seattle win the Super Bowl, he had a two-word message for his team’s critics.
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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game. Santa Clara, California, February 8, 2026. (Mark J. Terrill/AP Photo)
“Not only do we have the best defense in the world, we have the best team in the world, and frankly: if you have anything to say about my quarterback, if you have anything to say about my defense — if you have anything to say about my defense — if you have anything to say about my line and if you have anything to say about the city of Seattle — I have two words for you,” Jones said.
“F—you!”
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New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson runs with Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game. Santa Clara, California, February 8, 2026. (Doug Benc/AP Photo)
Jones was one of the pillars of the Seahawks’ championship defense. The 26-year-old player made a total of 126 tackles, half-steals and five interceptions in 15 games during the regular season, one of which was returned for a touchdown.
In three playoff games, the linebacker made 25 total tackles, including an interception, pass deflection and forced fumble.
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