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Seahawks' Darnold Deal: Smart Business or Delayed Payday?
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Sam Darnolds Seahawks Contract: A Strategic Move by John Schneider
Sam Darnolds three-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks, worth up to $105 million, has led the team to a Super Bowl win. However, the contract is not at the top market value for a starting quarterback. General manager John Schneiders strict playbook avoids new contracts when players have two years left, focusing on free agents from other teams. Darnolds contract, like those of Cooper Kupp and DeMarcus Lawrence, starts without guarantees for years two and three, with incentive-based payments beyond this season. Darnold, at 28, has plenty of prime years ahead, and waiting until next year for contract talks could slash his cap hit in 2027, aligning with Schneiders long-term strategy.
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