Rising market highlights why Seahawks keep drafting safeties
The Seattle Seahawks are focusing on drafting safeties due to the rising market for the position. After losing Coby Bryant to free agency, they selected Bud Clark in the second round of the draft. This strategy allows them to maintain a strong defense while keeping costs down with rookie contracts.
- ▪Rookie safety Nick Emmanwori had a significant impact on the Seahawks' defense last season.
- ▪The Los Angeles Chargers signed safety Derwin James Jr. to a record three-year extension worth $75.6 million.
- ▪The Seahawks opted to draft Bud Clark instead of re-signing Coby Bryant, who signed a three-year deal with the Chicago Bears.
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