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Seattle re-signed Pro Bowl returner Rashid Shaheed to a three-year, $51 million contract with $34.7 million guaranteed and a $20 million signing bonus, including an out after 2027 for cap savings in 2028. The move keeps Shaheed in Seattle through 2028 and signals the Seahawks’ priority on strengthening the return game after a standout 2025 season and playoff run.
The Seattle Seahawks re-signed wide receiver and return specialist Rashid Shaheed to a three-year, $51 million contract, keeping a speed threat who helped Seattle reach Super Bowl LX. In nine games with Seattle after a midseason trade from New Orleans in 2025, Shaheed logged 15 receptions for 188 yards and made a key 51-yard playoff catch, plus kickoff-return TDs; his prior Saints stat line was 44 receptions, 499 yards, and two TDs. Seattle expects a larger role in 2026 with a full offseason and continued offensive weaponry.
The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to terms with receiver Laviska Shenault, who may contribute in the return game after previously serving as a kick returner for the Panthers, averaging 27.7 yards per return on nine attempts. With the new kick return rule passing, Shenault's value may increase with Seattle, as he looks to make an impact after catching 121 passes for 1,219 yards with five touchdowns in his first two seasons but seeing reduced production in the last two years with Carolina.
Cordarrelle Patterson has signed a two-year, $6 million contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers following new NFL rule changes for kickoffs. The changes are expected to increase the number of returns and reduce injuries. Patterson, a former All-Pro return man, is known for making big plays and can also contribute as a running back and wide receiver. His addition provides the Steelers with valuable pass-catching help after trading Diontae Johnson earlier in the offseason.