Seahawks Retain Shaheed, Sacrifice Elsewhere

0:00It's March 10th, here's your NFL news in two minutes, subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Seattle Seahawks lost several key players on the first day of NFL free agency, including running back Kenneth Walker III, Cornerback Cobie, Bryant and Limebacker Boye Maif. But they held on to Y receiver Rashid Shaheed, agreeing to a three-year deal worth $51 million, with $34.7 million, fully guaranteed. That contract averaged a $17 million a year for the speedy receiver, who General Manager John Schneider traded for at the deadline last season. Schneider crunched the numbers to make it fit, even as the team took a cautious approach overall. Fans and analysts had mixed feelings going in, expecting Shaheed to cash in big after his strong play in Seattle. Many thought his hot streak might price him out, but the front-office prioritized keeping him over other spending. The wide receiver market is on fire this off season, with guys like Alec Pierce landing

1:02$29 million a year to stay in Indianapolis. Shaheed stood out as one of the top free agents available. Meanwhile, Schneider made sacrifices elsewhere to lock in his playmaker, setting the tone for how Seattle plans to rebuild through smart retention, rather than splashy signings. Deanon is brought to you by our sponsor. And you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen, solypillo.com.