Jalen Milroe holds off on jersey number as a form of respect for the veteran players in the team

The newly drafted Seattle Seahawks ’ quarterback Jalen Milroe has been gaining public attention for all the right reasons. The 22-year-old QB recently gained massive praise from fans for his remarks on ‘paying back’ his parents after achieving the milestone of being drafted by the Seahawks. The dust on his recent remarks has not even settled, and Milroe is yet at it again. Being a newbie, the quarterback’s call to not pick a jersey number to let the veteran players have the choice first is gaining respect from fans for his class act.

Jalen Milroe delays jersey number pick for all the right reasons

CLASS ACT: #Seahawks rookie Jalen Milroe did not pick a number out of respect for the veterans on the team.

“I didn't select the number. I know there's vets on the team. I'm going to pay respect to them. They've been here before me. When the time comes, I will select the number” pic.twitter.com/aSJlAItFFR

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) May 20, 2025

Being a newly drafted QB, Milroe has a lot to prove as the NFL 2025 season approaches. The attention panning over Milroe recently is due to his commendable remark for the reason behind not picking a jersey number. The 92nd overall pick by the Seahawks has exceeded the expectations of the fans and media alike with his utmost respect towards the veteran players on his new team.


Before being drafted by the Seahawks, the QB wore a No. 4 jersey, which has now changed to No. 6 upon his drafting to the team. While being in a usual media session, Milroe had something to say about the change in his jersey number and why it does not bother him. The 22-year-old QB stated, “I didn't select the number. I know there's vets on the team. I'm going to pay respect to them. They've been here before me. When the time comes, I will select the number.”


This humble remark from Milroe gained the required respect from the fans. While reacting to Milroe’s remark, one fan stated, “class act, future all pro.”

Class act. Future all pro

— VICK NFL - NFL Content (@VickNFL_) May 20, 2025

Another fan stated, “Best rookie QB.”

Best rookie QB

— Darnold and Allen stan (@LionsHaveZero) May 20, 2025

By choosing to define himself for his act of respect and not by a jersey number, Milroe seems to be leading on a bright path. His decision might not seem huge for many; however, his gesture as a teammate stands as a leading example of subtle off-field teamwork.


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