Seahawks release eight

The Seahawks got a jump on the league-mandated roster reduction from 90 players to 80 today by releasing eight players, including former Eastern Washington University defensive back Jesse Hoffman.

Two more moves must be made before 1 p.m. on Tuesday.

Also released today:

OG Zach Hurd

FB Ryan Travis

WR Chris Carter

WR Brandon Smith

WR Patrick Williams

DL Teryl White

LB Neal Howey