Seahawks Secure Championship Roster, Ready for Draft

0:00On March 26, the Seattle Seahawks wrapped up free agency on a high note after their Super Bowl victory last February. General manager John Schneider aimed to keep most of the championship roster intact despite the challenges of the salary cap and player demand. They lost just five free agents, which is rare continuity for a title winner. Those departures included Super Bowl MVP running back Kenneth Walker III to the Kansas City Chiefs, Safety. Kobe Bryant to the Chicago Bears. Cornerback Rick Wullen to the Philadelphia Eagles, Ed rusher Boya Maff to the Cincinnati Bengals, and special teams player Derricky Young to the Loser. Vegas Raiders, meanwhile, the team resigned key pieces like receiver and returner Rashid Shaheed and starting cornerback Josh Job plus all seven restricted free agents. Coach Mike McDonald and Schneider express relief over the stability, especially after two years of major changes on offense and defense.

1:01This sets up smoother off-season workouts with most starters returning on both sides of the ball. They even added depth by signing three safeties. DeAnthony Bell, Noah Igbenegin, and Ronnie Thomas II, along with running back Emanuel Wilson. A big move came with a multi-year extension for all pro wide receiver Jackson Smith and Jigba, locking in a cornerstone player. Smart cat management avoided any cuts. Thanks to years of planning. Heading into the draft, the Seahawks sit in strong shape, backed by team chair Jody Allen's push to chase another ring amid the ownership transition.