The Seattle Seahawks face significant roster decisions following a record increase in the salary cap. However, their defensive back Jamal Adams’ future with the squad hangs in the balance amid discussions of contract scenarios.
Adams has been plagued by injuries for much of his career, and the setback continued this past season as well. The defensive star also had run-ins with the NFL concussion doctor last season. Now, he left followers pondering the potential implications for his tenure with the Seahawks with a cryptic social media post.
Jamal Adams shares odd message amid uncertain Seahawks future
The future of Jamal Adams with the Seahawks remains uncertain. With a contract extending through the 2025 season, he recently took to social media to share an enigmatic message, writing, “Looking forward to the opportunity.”
Speculation about the defensive star’s future with the Seahawks has been rife, especially considering his hefty salary-cap charge. It stands as the highest on the team this year at a whopping $26.92 million. With the NFL free agency window set to open on March 13, many eyes are on him and the Seahawks front office to navigate the situation.
The financial implications of any potential move involving Jamal Adams are also something to watch. Should he be traded or released before June 1, the Seahawks would face a significant $20.8 million dead cap hit. It can be offset by just over $6 million in cap relief. However, delaying the decision until after June 1 would significantly alter the financial landscape. It would cut the dead cap hit in half to $10.4 million while freeing up $16.5 million in cap space.
Adams has the highest salary-cap charge on the team this year, scheduled to be $26.92 million. He inked a lucrative $70 million contract with $38 million guaranteed before the 2021 season. It is the richest deal for a safety in the league.
Seahawks GM talks on Jamal Adams’ future
The Seahawks’ general manager, John Schneider, fielded questions from The News Tribune at the NFL scouting combine regarding the potential retention of Jamal Adams for the upcoming season. When asked if Adams was part of the team’s plans, Schneider responded affirmatively.
The GM indicated that Adams is indeed part of their plans, but the final decision is yet to be determined, citing a delayed evaluation process compared to typical offseason timelines.
“Is he is in his plans? Yeah, I mean, we’ll find out,” Schneider said via The Olympian.
The Seahawks’ player has been plagued by injuries in his recent season, limiting his availability to just 10 games over the past two years due to various ailments. It included a torn quadriceps tendon, a concussion, and shoulder injuries. The general manager’s comments likely provided a sense of relief for the star defensive lineman.
During his discussion, the general manager also shared the longstanding collaboration between his personnel and the coaching staff over the past 14 years. He highlighted the importance of alignment in player evaluation and system implementation. This history of coordination may bode well for Adams’ prospects of remaining with the team.
