Seahawks release LB Levi Bell

The Seahawks opened a roster spot for rookie signings on Wednesday.

The team announced that it has released linebacker Levi Bell. The move reduces them to 72 players, although tackle Max Pircher does not count toward the 90-player limit because he is part of the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program.

Bell signed with the Seahawks last year after going undrafted out of Texas State-San Marcos. He had 10 tackles and a sack in the preseason, but spent the entire regular season on the team’s practice squad.

The Seahawks drafted linebacker Tyrice Knight in the fourth round and reports indicate they plan to sign several undrafted rookie linebackers.