Seahawks Lose Key Players in Free Agency

On March 9th, the Seattle Seahawks are facing a tough start to NFL free agency.

They just lost running back and Super Bowl MVP.

Kenneth Walker III to a 3-year deal worth $43,000,000.

Safety.

Kobe Bryant is also gone, heading to the Chicago Bears on a $3,000,000,000 contract.

Bryant grew into a key defender for the Super Bowl champs, starting as a backup before becoming a starter.

The Seahawks wanted him back but couldn't match to offer from a playoff contender.

That leaves their safety group thin.

Veteran Julian Love holds down strong safety, but missed nine games last season with injuries.

Undrafted Tio Cotta stepped a big as free safety in his place and could start again.

Depth is a concern, beyond those two.

AJ Finley has limited snaps over three years, and rookie Maxson Hook is unproven.

They might even shift slot corner.

Nick Imman-Wary over if needed.

Seattle's secondary was a strength last year, but these losses mean quit moves ahead to rebuild that edge.