Seahawks' Super Bowl Champs Face Free Agency Crossroads

The Seattle Seahawks' highly successful 2022 draft class, pivotal in their Super Bowl 60 triumph, is now heading into free agency. Seven key players from this group will become unrestricted free agents when the new league year begins on March 11. This comes after the team secured long-term deals for tackles Charles Cross and Abe Lucas, who signed extensions worth $104.4 million and $46 million, respectively.

Cornerback Riq Woolen, a standout with elite coverage skills, is set to command significant interest. Running back Ken Walker III, the Super Bowl MVP, also enters the market after a stellar postseason performance. Wide receiver and return specialist Dee Eskridge, safety Coby Bryant, and outside linebacker Boye Mafe are among the other notable free agents.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba, a key offensive contributor, is also facing free agency. His value has never been higher following a strong playoff run. Defensive players like Michael Jackson and Devin Bush round out the group facing uncertain futures with the team. The Seahawks currently have approximately $72.2 million in salary cap space.