Seahawks Sign Drake Thomas to Bargain Deal

0:00This is Cory with the story, with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Seattle Seahawks scored a major bargain this offseason by resigning inside linebacker Drake Thomas to a two-year deal worth $8 million. That's just $4 million per year, ranking 41st among inside linebackers league-wide. The former undrafted free agent from 2023 got locked in before restricted free agency, keeping a key piece of their defense intact. Thomas put up Pro Bowl caliber numbers last season, with 96 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 3.5 sex, 8 past deflections, 1, interception, and a fumble recovery. He did all that on just 68% of defensive snaps. Thanks to coach Mike McDonald's strategy of rotating fresh linebackers and using hybrid players. Fans and analysts are buzzing about what a steal this is for General Manager John Schneider. Some Pro Bowlers like Detroit's Jack Campbell made it on even less per year at $3.68 million,

1:05while Thomas matched their impact. Across run defense, past rushing, and coverage. It's one of the smartest moves to maintain their Super Bowl winning scheme. Looking ahead, Thomas enters his second full year as a starter at age 26, with potential for even bigger stats if his snaps rise to. 75%. His ceiling looks sky high, and he could easily enter Pro Bowl talks without regressing. The only catch for Seattle is the short contract term, meaning Thomas hits free agency at his prime in 2027. If he keeps ascending like past stars, Bobby Wagner and KJ, right? The Seahawks will likely pay a big to keep him, strengthening their defense for years. This episode is supported by our sponsor, C Details in the Description. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com