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Analysts Split on Seahawks Priorities as Walker, Shaheed Linked to Commanders

Cap constraints from future extensions are shaping which free agents the team can keep.

Overview

  • ESPN’s Dan Graziano projects Kenneth Walker III to land a three-year, $44 million deal with $22 million guaranteed from the Commanders, and forecasts Rashid Shaheed to Washington on three years at $40 million with $20 million guaranteed.
  • ESPN’s Ben Solak predicts GM John Schneider will make safety Coby Bryant the top in-house priority, citing his do‑it‑all fit next to Julian Love and recent production that includes four interceptions in 2025.
  • Seattle holds roughly $60 million in cap space, yet anticipated big contracts for Jaxon Smith‑Njigba and Devon Witherspoon are expected to influence how aggressively the team bids to retain veterans.
  • Heavy highlights radio analyst Brock Huard’s view that cornerback Josh Jobe is the most likely Seahawk to re-sign, with a Seattle Sports estimate placing his return chance at about 85%.
  • With the franchise-tag window closed and free agency opening this month, the Seahawks face near-term decisions on whether to keep core playmakers or pursue cheaper replacements.