Seahawks Lose Key Players, Likely Get Low-Value Draft Picks

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on NFL News Today. Subscribe and stay game ready. The Seattle Seahawks are bracing to lose several key free agents soon, including running back Kenneth Walker III, Cornerback Rick Woolen, and Widersheever Rashid Shaheed. Others like Josh Job, Kobe Bryant, and Boya Mave could also depart as the team navigates the NFL's strict salary cap. Teams earn compensatory draft picks when they lose more free agents than they sign, but the limit is just four picks maximum. Even if Seattle lets six players walk without replacing them, they would only get the top four in value based on a complex formula. Fans have been buzzing about landing multiple second or third round picks, but that's probably wishful thinking. The reality is, the Seahawks would be lucky to snag even one third rounder next season. The formula ranks new contracts against every NFL player's deal, not just free agents, and adds points for snaps played in honors. Cut-offs are

1:00sky high, around $20 million a year or more for a third round pick. For instance, Walker would need Seikwan Barkley level money, which is unlikely at running back. Similar hurdles face the others, so expect mostly four through seventh round comp picks at best. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcasts and music, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com