Konz was released on the final roster cut down on September 3, 2011, but then re-signed to the Seahawks practice squad the following day as he was highly valued by the team for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions.
In that same game following a late 4th quarter interception return for a touchdown by Brandon Browner from a pass by Eli Manning, Konz tore the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while covering the subsequent kickoff.
Konz was subsequently placed on the season ending injured reserve list the following week, and underwent successful surgery on his knee on October 25, 2011, in Seattle.
On July 30, 2013, Konz was signed to the 90 man roster by the Seattle Seahawks, and was switched back to offense at tight end during training camp and preseason games.
[8] He reached 4th on the depth chart at tight end early on during the preseason before suffering a neck injury, and was subsequently released by the Broncos.