Fresh off their Super Bowl LX triumph, the Seattle Seahawks are wasting no time charting the course for another championship run. With confetti still settling from their 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium on February 8, 2026, the organization has already swung into action, making a flurry of roster moves and bracing for a pivotal offseason filled with contract decisions and free agency intrigue.
On February 12 and 13, the Seahawks announced the signing of 15 players to reserve/futures contracts, a strategic move that ensures depth and competition as the team heads into offseason practices and eventually training camp. Among these additions is safety Maxen Hook, a name that’s quickly generating buzz among fans and analysts alike. Hook, a former undrafted free agent and standout at the collegiate level, was a first-team and third-team All-MAC selection. His story already draws comparisons to Jake Bobo, the undrafted receiver who became an unexpected hero for Seattle’s offense last season.
Michael Hanich of SI.com sees Hook as a potential hidden gem for the Seahawks’ defense. "Of all the players that have the closest characteristics to Bobo is Maxen Hook, a former undrafted player from a non-power five college. Hook is a former first-team All-MAC player and a third-team All-MAC player in his freshman season," Hanich observed, hinting that Hook’s journey could mirror Bobo’s rise from obscurity to impact player. With the Seahawks facing tough decisions regarding safeties Coby Bryant and Ty Okada—both set to hit free agency—Hook’s low-cost upside could be just what the team needs as it juggles a tight salary cap and a championship-caliber roster.
Indeed, the Seahawks’ secondary is at a crossroads. Coby Bryant and Ty Okada, both contributors to the league’s top-ranked scoring defense, are among the nine unrestricted free agents Seattle must address. Bryant, in particular, could be in line for a substantial payday, and Hanich notes that it’s "50/50 for the Seahawks to potentially sign Bryant to a big contract." Okada, another undrafted success story, remains an option, but as Hanich puts it, "Hook is a player who could see his role rise due to some of the players who might leave the team. He could also be the next Okada and find his way on the field."
While the focus is on emerging talent, the Seahawks are also working to keep their Super Bowl-winning core intact. NFL analyst Greg Auman of Fox Sports predicts that Seattle will do everything possible to re-sign cornerback Josh Jobe, who played a pivotal role in shutting down New England’s passing attack during the Super Bowl. Jobe’s journey is itself remarkable—cut by the Eagles before the 2024 season, he landed on Seattle’s practice squad and quickly ascended to an every-game starter. "Jobe, 27, was cut by the Eagles before the 2024 season, landed on Seattle’s practice squad and has quickly ascended to an every-game starter in a talented secondary," Auman wrote. "He re-signed this season for $2 million, but will be closer to $10 million on his next deal as other teams seek to crib from the NFL’s No. 1 scoring defense. Two Super Bowls in four seasons doesn’t hurt. Seattle has difficult decisions ahead in their secondary in free agency."
Jobe isn’t the only high-profile defender drawing attention. Riq Woolen, another cornerstone of the Seahawks’ secondary, is also a free agent. According to Auman, "Woolen, 26, led the NFL with six interceptions as a rookie in 2022, making the Pro Bowl, and he’s totaled six over the last three seasons in helping the Seahawks to the Super Bowl." With projections for Woolen’s next contract ranging widely—from $8 million to $15 million per year—Seattle’s front office faces some tough arithmetic as it tries to keep its defensive nucleus together.
Offensively, the Seahawks are confronting major decisions as well. Quarterback Sam Darnold, who signed a lucrative three-year, $100.5 million contract last March, has a $15 million roster bonus and $2.5 million in guaranteed salary due just five days after the Super Bowl. Darnold’s cap hit for 2026 will balloon to $37.9 million, a hefty price tag for the signal-caller who helped deliver the franchise’s second Lombardi Trophy in four years. Wide receiver Cooper Kupp, whose $9 million base salary guarantee also triggers this week, remains a question mark. At 33, Kupp’s production dipped to 47 catches for 593 yards and two touchdowns, but his leadership and blocking prowess have made him invaluable—especially to breakout star Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who credits Kupp for his own NFL Offensive Player of the Year campaign.
Rashid Shaheed, the electric receiver and return specialist acquired at the trade deadline, is another name to watch. Auman notes, "Shaheed, 27, was electric after Seattle acquired him from the Saints at the trade deadline—the only NFL player with a punt return and kickoff return for a touchdown, adding another kickoff touchdown in the playoffs. His receiving skills—59 catches for 687 yards and two touchdowns—are a nice bonus, and Seattle will have tough decisions on which impending free agents it can afford to keep. He’s likely to draw $15 million a year from a team that values a return threat and can use him creatively on offense as well."
The Seahawks’ running game is also in the spotlight. Super Bowl MVP Ken Walker III, who racked up 1,027 rushing yards and four playoff touchdowns, headlines the team’s free agent class. Auman believes Walker is a lock to return, especially after fellow running back Zach Charbonnet’s injury. "Walker, 25, ramped it up in the playoffs with four touchdowns before running his way to Super Bowl MVP after rushing for 1,027 yards in the regular season. Seattle was a good bet to extend him already, but the injury to Zach Charbonnet should make that more of a priority. Can he clear $10 million a year on a new contract?"
While Seattle’s cap space is robust—estimated at around $72 million—the front office, led by general manager John Schneider, faces a delicate balancing act. Seven players, including Darnold, Kupp, right tackle Abe Lucas, defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, linebacker Ernest Jones IV, nose tackle Jarran Reed, and punter Michael Dickson, have bonuses and guarantees vesting just days after the Super Bowl. These financial triggers could force quick decisions about who stays and who goes as the Seahawks seek to maximize roster flexibility without losing the championship edge.
Notably, the Seahawks’ 15 reserve/futures signings are a testament to the team’s commitment to developing young talent and maintaining roster depth. Alongside Maxen Hook, the list includes running backs Cam Akers and Velus Jones Jr., receivers Tyrone Broden, Montorie Foster, and Ricky White III, as well as several linemen and defenders. However, veterans like Quandre Diggs, Shaquill Griffin, Shemar Jean-Charles, and Courtney Jackson were not offered futures deals, signaling a possible shift toward youth and upside.
As the new league year looms in March, the Seahawks’ front office is working overtime to keep the Super Bowl window wide open. With free agency decisions, contract extensions, and the integration of promising young players like Maxen Hook, Seattle is determined not to rest on its laurels. If this offseason’s early moves are any indication, the Seahawks are set on making sure their Super Bowl parade isn’t a one-off event—but the start of a new dynasty in the Pacific Northwest.