As the Seattle Seahawks close the books on the 2024 season, attention turns to edge rusher Boye Mafe, who faced expectations he could not fully meet. After a breakout year in 2023, Mafe's projected statistics took a significant dip, with numbers across the board declining. He recorded only 344 pass-rush snaps, 40 tackles, and 6 sacks, falling short of last season's impressive totals.

This decline can be attributed to the rotation strategy implemented by head coach Mike Macdonald, who favored a three-player rotation on the edge. Mafe had fewer opportunities to shine, resulting in a drop from 99 pass-rush snaps compared to the previous season, which limited his overall production despite some standout moments, including a crucial strip-sack.