Seahawks' Shaheed Likely to Hit Free Agency

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. Free agency in the NFL kicks off in just a few days, and Seattle Seahawks' wide receiver, Rashid Shaheed, looks set to hit the open market. The team had a chance to extend his contract before Monday to keep him off the bidding war. But that window was closing fast. Reports from Adam Schefter say the two sides are nowhere near a deal, dashing hopes for a quick resolution. This comes as no big shock, but it's still a letdown for fans rooting to lock him down early. Seahawks' supporters are feeling the sting, especially with similar buzz around running back Kenneth Walker and Ed Drusher, boy mafe. All three are top talents the team might get out bifur once, offers start rolling in. To get Shaheed from the New Orleans Saints last year, General Manager John Schneider sent over a fourth round and a fifth round pick. They paid off with the Super Bowl run, but holding on to him long-term seemed more

1:00promising at the time. For now, those plans are on hold, as Seattle braces for a busy free agency period. Expect plenty of phone calls and tough choices ahead for the front office. This episode is supported by our sponsor. Do not just listen to podcasts, get lost in them comfortably.