Jon Rhattigan


Jon Rhattigan is an American professional football linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League. He played college football for the Army [Black Knights football|Army Black Knights]. He has previously played for the Seattle Seahawks, Carolina Panthers, and Pittsburgh Steelers.

College career

Rhattigan played for the Army Black Knights for four seasons and did not become a starter for the team until he was a senior. He finished his senior season with 78 total tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 2 interceptions, 2 pass break ups and 2 fumble recoveries.

Professional career

Seattle Seahawks

Rhattigan signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2021. He was waived by the Seahawks during final roster cuts on August 31 and re-signed to the team's practice squad the following day. In doing so, he became the first Seahawks player on the roster from Army. Before the team's season opener, he was elevated, and later signed, to the active roster. He was placed on injured reserve on January 1, 2022.
On July 26, 2022, Rhattigan was placed on the active/physically unable to perform list, and on the reserve list on August 24 to start the season. He was activated on December 10.
On August 30, 2023, Rhattigan was waived by the Seahawks and re-signed to the practice squad the following day. On September 28, he was promoted to the team's active roster after wide receiver Cody Thompson was waived.
On August 27, 2024, Rhattigan was waived by the Seahawks as part of final roster cuts.

Carolina Panthers

On August 28, 2024, Rhattigan was claimed off waivers by the Carolina Panthers.
On August 26, 2025, Rhattigan was released by the Panthers as part of final roster cuts.

Pittsburgh Steelers

On September 3, 2025, Rhattigan signed with the practice squad of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Las Vegas Raiders

On October 7, 2025, Rhattigan was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders.