The ‘12th Man’ concept originated in 1984 when the Seahawks retired the No. 12 jersey to honor their fans. No player was allowed to wear the number, as it represented the fans’ crucial role in the ...

In football, 11 athletes per team are allowed on the field. The Seahawks view their fans as their “12th man.” ...

Seahawks fans are the heartbeat of Seattle. Learn the history of the 12th Man Seahawks, and the 12s nickname origin for the ...

In 1984, the Seattle Seahawks officially dubbed their fans "12s" ...

Fans from across Whatcom County and the region gathered at Civic Stadium on Friday, just days before Seattle’s return to the Super Bowl.

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Super Bowl 60 is a wrap at Levi's Stadium, and the famed 12th man Seattle Seahawks fans made their presence felt all game, especially during the celebration. Some of the best reactions from fans ...

Only the loudest and most passionate get to call themselves the 12s. Here's the story behind the Seahawks fans' nickname.

Sam Darnold #14 of the Seattle Seahawks during the NFC Championship game on January 25, 2026 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington ; A Seattle Seahawks fan during an NFL football game on September 15, ...