Seattle Seahawks will have Russell Wilson for 2021 and beyond
Why Russell Wilson will be in Seattle beyond 2021
Wilson’s future is in Pete Caroll and John Schneider’s hands. They hold all of the cards. Well, most of them. Wilson’s four-year deal, signed in 2019, included a no-trade clause that benefits the Seahawks in any scenario like this. They don’t have to force their hand unless Wilson begins to holdout, which becomes an issue on its own. For Russ’ part, he can choose to stay rather than going to a team he doesn’t like.
By adding key pieces along the offensive line, the Seahawks can prove to Wilson that they want to protect him. Besides, didn’t this whole extravaganza start with Wilson asking to get hit less? After all, RW3 is on pace to be the most sacked quarterback of all time, currently sitting right behind Brett Favre.
Russ wanted to take a stand and let the organization know that he wanted more protection. In the coming weeks, the Seahawks can and will make moves to protect Wilson. As free agency opens, look for Seattle to improve their interior offensive line. Realistically, there is no reason to believe the Seahawks don’t want to protect Wilson.
Making a big splash by signing a big free agent like Corey Linsley or Joe Thuney can heavily impact Wilson’s opinion about the front office. While these two may be financially out of reach, there are plenty of quality linemen on the market who the Seahawks can sign to a reasonable salary. When Seattle invests in their offensive line, Russ will buy back into what they’re trying to build. And that’s a Super Bowl-caliber roster ready to compete.
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