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SBNation Reacts results: Seahawks fans say Rashid Shaheed is most likely to stay

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Seattle Seahawks fans and fans across the country. The calendar has turned to March, which means that NFL free agency rumors and speculation are running rampant throughout the league. Some teams have several […]

Seahawks News 3/7: Seattle Seahawks Free Agency previews

In Today’s Links: free agency previews abound for our Seattle Seahawks, how John Schneider and the ‘Hawks try and stay a step ahead of the league, the Maxx Crosby trade, Rashid Shaheed, and a little bit more. Hope that you are well. Thanks for joining us here at Field Gulls. Your presence is appreciated. Go, […]

Maxx Crosby staying in AFC, traded to the Baltimore Ravens

Any thought of Maxx Crosby joining the Seattle Seahawks in a blockbuster move to bolster an already fearsome defensive line can be put to rest. On the plus side, Crosby won’t be crossing over to any Seahawks rival in the NFC. ESPN’s Adam Schefter unleashed the big Friday night report that the Las Vegas Raiders […]

Las Vegas Raiders releasing former Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith

John Schneider has turned in yet another crystal ball moment. For a second consecutive time he has moved on from the Seattle Seahawks’ starting quarterback at an opportune moment. The Las Vegas Raiders will reportedly release Geno Smith soon. The soon-to-be number one overall pick, Fernando Mendoza, will not have the veteran to look up […]

Seahawks News 3/6: Seahawks secure LB room with Drake Thomas signing

In Today’s Links: we’ve got Seattle Seahawks-centric updates on free agency, we’ve got a mailbag, we’ve got Maxx Crosby talk, draft talk and combine standouts. And a little bit more. The ‘Hawks have secured a key piece of the defense and the 2026 offseason keeps heating up. Happy to see you again. Thank you for […]

The Seahawks Syndicate: Who could Seattle target in free agency?

We’re just four days away from the legal tampering portion of the NFL offseason, followed by the official start of free agency on March 11. The Seattle Seahawks are known for letting the market play itself out before making decisions on key free agents, and nothing this year indicates a change from John Schneider’s longstanding […]

Seahawks 2026 free agency: Seahawks extend linebacker Drake Thomas

Finally! After a week full of departure rumors, the Seattle Seahawks are reportedly going to keep one of their defensive standouts. Drake Thomas – who was not in as much danger as a restricted free agent anyway – nevertheless gets a two-year extension. As an undrafted free agent, Thomas was one of the preseason snatcheroos […]

Which players could the Seahawks trade away this offseason?

With the 2026 new league year just around the corner, there are trade rumors galore. On top of that, the NFC West is preparing for an arms race with the Los Angeles Rams trading for All-Pro (and former Washington Huskies) cornerback, Trent McDuffie from the Kansas City Chiefs earlier this week. The trade rumors around […]

Seahawks News 3/5: Seahawks free agency news continues to build

In Today’s Links: basically every bit of news below deals with the current state of free agency for our beloved Seattle Seahawks. Seems that we have cash on hand. But, both players and front office are mulling reunions and extensions. Doesn’t look like this offseason is going to roll out as simply as once thought. […]

Mike Macdonald’s power of authenticity

The Seattle Seahawks had remarkable success in Mike Macdonald’s second season as the head coach with a 17-3 total record, the best scoring defense in the league, the highest point differential, and a Super Bowl Championship to name just a few accolades. Then again, the Seahawks were also pretty good in Macdonald’s first year, particularly […]

Seahawks 2026 free agency: Rashid Shaheed not close to extension with Seattle

It’s just a few more days until the free agency market opens up in full. One name that now seems certain to be fielding phone calls is Seattle Seahawks receiver Rashid Shaheed. Eligible for an extension to prevent full open-market bidding, Adam Schefter is reporting that the two sides are not in danger of securing […]

On eve of free agency, the Seattle Seahawks need to spend cash

This weekend marks the last weekend of the 2025 NFL league year, a league year that will forever be the year that Mike Macdonald led the Seattle Seahawks to a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. In addition, though, the end of one league year marks the start of the […]

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As Seahawks mull cornerback room, LA Rams trade for All-Pro Trent McDuffie

The Seattle Seahawks have some important decisions to make at the cornerback position regarding free agents Josh Jobe and Riq Woolen. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Rams look to be getting major cornerback help themselves. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the Kansas City Chiefs are sending their All-Pro and Washington Huskies alum Trent McDuffie to the […]

Some position-by-position thoughts on the Seahawks roster ahead of free agency

Free agency is right around the corner, which makes this the perfect time to take a hard look at the Seattle Seahawks roster. This isn’t just about listing needs — it’s about depth, urgency, and where Seattle must act aggressively versus where it can afford patience. Let’s go position by position. Quarterback There’s not much […]

Seahawks News 3/4: Josh Jobe and the Seahawks’ free agency needs

In Today’s Links: the draft, draft capital, draft positioning, mock drafts, draft previews; Kenneth Walker III’s free agency status, the Seattle Seahawks’ pass rush, and a bit more. Happy Wednesday. We love it that you are here with us. Thanks! Go, ‘Hawks! Seahawks News Seahawks still have more draft capital than one team – Seaside […]

Seahawks Reacts Survey: Which of Seattle’s big 3 free agents will be retained?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Seahawks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Kenneth Walker, Rashid Shaheed, Riq Woolen. Those are the three headlining free agents for the Seattle […]

Breece Hall’s franchise tag likely signals end of Kenneth Walker’s Seahawks career

If there was ever any doubt regarding the Seattle Seahawks’ sparse use of the franchise or transition tag, let 2026 be another example of John Schneider’s philosophy regarding his top free agents. None of Seattle’s unrestricted free agents—most notably Kenneth Walker III, Riq Woolen, Rashid Shaheed, Josh Jobe, and Coby Bryant—received the franchise tag as […]

Seahawks won’t tender Jake Bobo, making him an unrestricted free agent

The Seattle Seahawks have four free agents at the wide receiver position, headlined by midseason trade acquisition Rashid Shaheed, and it looks like one of their restricted free agent receivers will soon become unrestricted. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported on Tuesday that fan favorite Jake Bobo, who’s been with the Seahawks since signing as an undrafted […]

NFL Draft prospects who could replace the top Seahawks free agents

Free agency is almost here, and in typical fashion, the Seattle Seahawks haven’t taken care of their top unrestricted free agents just yet. Historically, this front office tends to move closer to the official start of the league year (or within the first few waves of signings) so the current silence isn’t exactly alarming. Still, […]