Seahawks '12th Man' tradition at Lumen Field

The Seattle Seahawks officially retired the number 12 in 1984 in honor of their fans, dubbing them the '12th Man,' and the team has long raised a 12th Man flag at home games at Lumen Field. The retired number and flag-raising are a central piece of local sports lore about the passionate fanbase known as the '12s.' The stadium's crowd-noise reputation and associated fan traditions are frequently referenced in accounts of Seattle sports culture.