Seattle Waives Bosworth Over Failed Physical

KIRKLAND, Wash. —  Linebacker Brian Bosworth failed his physical because of a right shoulder injury and was waived today by the Seattle Seahawks.

Both President Tom Flores and Coach Chuck Knox said it was disappointing to lose a player who showed so much talent coming out of the University of Oklahoma.

“Brian Bosworth had tremendous potential as a professional football player coming of college,” Knox said in a statement. “Unfortunately for him, injuries have prevented him from realizing his full capabilities. We wish him the best.”

Bosworth was picked by the Seahawks in the 1987 supplemental draft and cost the team its first-round 1988 pick.

He signed a 10-year, $11-million contract.

Bosworth started 12 games as a rookie in 1987. He was hampered by an injury to his left shoulder in 1988 and played in only 10 games. Last season, Bosworth played in two games before injuring his right shoulder.

He finished his career with the Seahawks with 175 tackles in 24 games. He also had four sacks, forced three fumbles, recovered three fumbles and blocked one kick.