Seahawks Claim Josh Gordon

The Seattle Seahawks claimed wide receiver Josh Gordon off waivers Friday.

New England released Gordon off injured reserve on Thursday. The embattled NFL veteran was dealing with a left knee injury, but he was knocked out of the Patriots game against New York on Oct. 10 when he attempted a tackle on a fumble.

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll was surprised another team ahead of Seattle didn’t claim Gordon.

Carroll said Gordon is a “unique talent” and “he’s a big-play guy and can stretch the field.” Carroll also said Gordon would not play Sunday against Tampa Bay.