Seahawks’ Super Bowl Repeat Bid Unfazed by Ownership Change
The Seattle Seahawks are preparing for the 2026 NFL season – and a potential repeat Super Bowl victory – even as owner Jody Allen initiates the process of selling the franchise. Despite the significant change looming, General Manager John Schneider has assured fans and the team that it will be “business as usual” during the offseason.
Schneider: “Let’s Go For It”
Schneider revealed that Jody Allen explicitly encouraged him to continue pursuing success, telling him, “Let’s go for it, let’s rip it.” This directive signals a commitment to maintaining the team’s momentum despite the ownership transition. He plans to consult with Denver Broncos GM George Paton, who navigated a similar sale process in 2022, to gain insights and best practices.
Financial Flexibility and Key Player Retention
The Seahawks enter the offseason with approximately $59 million in cap space, the sixth-highest in the league. This financial flexibility allows the team to aggressively pursue retaining key players. Schneider emphasized the importance of keeping the core of the Super Bowl-winning team together, stating, “We will try to keep as many of these guys as possible. As long as One can keep this collective 70 together.”
Focus on Kenneth Walker III
Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III is a top priority for the Seahawks. Schneider expressed a strong desire to bring him back, saying, “We would love to have Ken back.” Retaining Walker will be crucial to maintaining the team’s offensive firepower.
Free Agency Decisions Loom
Beyond Walker, the Seahawks face decisions regarding several other free agents, including wide receiver Rashid Shaheed, cornerbacks Riq Woolen and Josh Jobe, and outside linebacker Boye Mafe. The team’s ability to re-sign these players will depend on market value and their overall cap management strategy.
Jody Allen’s Vision and the Sale Process
Jody Allen’s decision to sell the Seahawks stems from the wishes of her late brother, Paul Allen, with proceeds from the sale earmarked for philanthropic causes. The sale process is expected to continue throughout the 2026 offseason, and no potential buyers have been publicly identified as of February 26, 2026.
Did you know?
The Seahawks’ 2025 season saw them achieve a franchise record of 14 regular season wins, culminating in a Super Bowl LX victory over the New England Patriots with a score of 29-13.
Contract Extension for John Schneider
Demonstrating confidence in his leadership, Jody Allen recently signed John Schneider to a contract extension through 2031. She stated that the extension is “a testament to his 15-plus years of football leadership and success.”
FAQ
Will the Seahawks’ free agency spending be affected by the sale? No, John Schneider has stated he does not expect any changes to the team’s free agent spending.
How long is the sale process expected to take? The sale process is estimated to continue through the 2026 offseason.
Who will be the owner of the Seahawks next season? That remains unknown at this time.
What was Jody Allen’s message to John Schneider? Her message was “Let’s go for it, let’s rip it.”
How much cap space do the Seahawks have? Approximately $59 million.
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