Seahawks Lock Down Linebacker Drake Thomas

0:00On March 6th, the Seattle Seahawks just secure a linebacker Drake Thomas with a two-year contract extension worth $8 million dollars, with up to 1. Million more in incentives. The 26-year-old was set to hit restrictive free agency next week, making this a timely move to keep a key defender in the fold. Thomas stepped up big last season, starting 14 games alongside Ernest Jones the fourth. He posted 96 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 1 interception, helping anchor the defense during their Super Bowl winning run. Fans and analysts see this as a smart play, especially since Thomas was the top name among Seattle's restricted free agents. His $4 million average salary per year strikes a balance cheaper than a second-round tender, but would sell it upside in security for the team. He'll leave six other restricted free agents on the roster, including wide receivers Jake Bobo and Cody White, plus a few specialists. Seattle now shifts focus to those while building on their championship momentum.

1:01With this extension in place, the Seahawks look prime to defend their title, keeping core pieces lot bound as the offseason heats up.