Former Seahawks guard Damien Lewis and linebacker Jordyn Brooks cashed in on the first day of free agency, getting the Seahawks projected fourth and fifth-round comp picks next year in the process. However, the rest of Seattle’s key free agents have not fared nearly as well on the open market – not counting the tight ends.
The toughest outlook is for Quandre Diggs and Jamal Adams, who were cut just before free agency began, joining a crowded market at safety that includes multiple Pro Bowlers and one All-Pro. As of yet we have heard no reports of interest in either one to get signed. However, we do expect both to find new teams for this coming season eventually.
According to Bill Barnwell at ESPN, the Falcons are the best fit for Adams.
“Best fit: Atlanta Falcons. Jessie Bates has one safety spot locked down, but 2021 second-round pick Richie Grant regressed badly last season and is entering the final year of his contract. Adams could push second-year safety DeMarcco Hellams for a starting role and offer an oft-moribund Falcons pass rush some extra juice as a blitzer.”
Atlanta’s defense doesn’t have many needs, but they could use a thumper like Adams to disrupt things in the box. As Barnwell mentions, he can still be useful in the right role when he’s healthy.
Seattle will be paying a high price to get rid of him, though – taking on over $20 million in dead money in 2024. However, they’ll be completely out from under his contract next year.
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