Seahawks Re-sign Linebacker Drake Thomas

0:00It's March 5th for the NFL. Let's get into it. The Seattle Seahawks are locking in a key piece of their defense this off-season by resigning starting linebacker Drake Thomas to a two-year deal, worth up to $9 million. The 26-year-old undrafted free agent had a breakout year, starting 14 games and helping anchor a unit that powered the team to a super. Bull win. Thomas put up strong numbers last season, including 96 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 1 interception, and 8 passes defended. In past coverage, he held opponents to a solid passer rating of 81.8. He also shown in the playoffs, starting all three games with 18 tackles. This move comes at a crucial time, as the Seahawks face heavy losses on defense with starters like Rick Woolen, Josh Job, Kobe Bryant, and Boy A Mafe. While hitting free agency, fans and analysts see it as a smart, cost-effective step to maintain continuity after that dominant Super Bowl run.

1:01Meanwhile, the running back market is heating up, with Kenneth Walker III, not getting the franchise tag, and poised for a big payday. Rashid Shaheed could command around $30 million elsewhere, and there's talk of trades and targets like David Montgomery or Juan Jennings. Overall, Seattle has plenty of question marks ahead of free agency opening, but securing Thomas gives them a solid foundation to build on for another title chase. This episode is supported by our sponsor. Podcasts had different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-P-L-O-L-P-L-O.com.