Seahawks Sign Speedster Rashid Shaheed

0:00On March 9th, the Seattle Seahawks just locked up speedy wide receiver Rashid Shaheed, with a three-year deal worth $51 million. The 27-year-old free agent is heading back to Seattle after splitting time last season between the Saints and Seahawks. Earlier this year, experts ranked him as the 10th best free agent overall and third among receivers. While his 687 receiving yards in 2025 were not eye-popping, his blazing speed stretches defenses and boosts the offense in big ways. Fans and analysts see this as a smart move for Seattle special teams ace who shone during their Super Bowl push. He is not pegged as the top guy, but adds explosive depth without flashy expectations. Contract details show an average annual value of $17 million and $34.7 million in guarantees. On the depth chart, he slots in behind Jackson Smith and Jigba and ahead of Cooper Cup, making him the highest paid receiver on the roster.

1:00This signing bolsters Seattle's receiving core for the long haul, setting up an intriguing mix of youth and veteran talent as they gear up for next season.