Analyzing the market value for the Seahawks top 7 free agents

Player 1: K.J. Wright, LB

K.J. Wright has been a staple of the organization during the entire Pete Carroll, John Schneider era. It’s understandable why. He is an absolute baller on the field. He is also one of the most genuine people off the field.

K.J. helps create the culture of the defense. You don’t need to talk to play. Simply use your head, stick to your assignment, trust your gut, and make the play. He sets a precedent for all other players to come in and give it their all each and every play.

He also shows the younger players how to be a true professional. Someone that anyone would want their kids to look up to and be like ‘I want to grow up and be just like him.’ It’s truly unfortunate how little fan-fair he gets.

However, this is a business. Wright is going to be entering his age-32 season. By all accounts, he should be already past his prime. The Seahawks also have spent heavily in the last few drafts on replacement linebackers. A first, third, and fifth-rounder to be exact.

However, let’s face it. He has never been the fastest guy. He wins with his intellect. His ability to accurately and quickly break down the play and react. He is undoubtedly one of the best in the business at doing just that. His move to the strongside linebacker appeared to breathe new life into him as well.

He is phenomenal at setting the edge, breaking down run plays, and dropping into coverage. In fact, he is the only person in the NFL this season to have accumulated 10 tackles for a loss and 10 passes defended. While he is past his prime technically, he is still an incredibly effective player.

It will come down to whether the Seahawks believe they can afford his services given the current cap situation. There is no doubt he will continue to be an asset whether with the Seahawks or elsewhere.

Market valuation: 3 years, $27 million ($9 million per year).

Market comp: Demario Davis, Saints.