Brett Brackett was claimed off waivers by the Seahawks on Tuesday, ESPN's Adam Caplan reports.

Brackett was claimed off waivers by the Seahawks on Tuesday, ESPN's Adam Caplan reports.

Analysis:

Brackett will serve as tight end up depth for Seattle with Zach Miller (ankle) and Luke Wilson (groin) both dealing with injuries. Cooper Helfet will likely remain first in line for reps for the team's Week 8 matchup in Carolina.