The Seattle Seahawks have made some major changes to their roster this month, and their salary cap situation has undergone a massive shift, as well. From cutting dead weight contracts like that of Jamal Adams to restructuring the deals of key contributors like Geno Smith and Tyler Lockett, general manager John Schneider has been very busy in March reshaping this team. Let’s take a look at the top 21 salary cap hits for this season at the end of free agency. All 2024 salary figures are courtesy of Over the Cap.
Oct 15, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) greets the fans before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports
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WR DK Metcalf: $24.5 million
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 24: DK Metcalf #14 of the Seattle Seahawks catches a pass during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Lumen Field on September 24, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Christopher Mast/Getty Images)
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WR Tyler Lockett: $18.895 million
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 24: Tyler Lockett #16 of the Seattle Seahawks looks on prior to a game against the Carolina Panthers at Lumen Field on September 24, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Christopher Mast/Getty Images)
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DL Dre'Mont Jones: $18.177 million
Oct 15, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive end Dre’Mont Jones (55) is congratulated by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) after a sack in the third quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports
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DL Leonard Williams: $10.4 million
Dec 10, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
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S Julian Love: $8.09 million
Jul 30, 2023; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) interacts with fans prior to training camp at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports
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OLB Uchenna Nwosu: $7.813 million
Seattle Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu, left, runs a drill with linebacker Boye Mafe, right, during NFL football practice Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
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TE Noah Fant: $7.5 million
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 10: Noah Fant #87 of the Seattle Seahawks warms up prior to the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
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CB Devon Witherspoon: $7.241 million
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 24: Devon Witherspoon #21 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates after his team’s 37-27 win against the Carolina Panthers at Lumen Field on September 24, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
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LB Jerome Baker: $6.77 million
Sep 17, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker (55) takes a selfie with fans before the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
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NT Jarran Reed: $6.37 million
Jul 28, 2023; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed (90) takes part in training camp practice at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: IMAGN-716845 ORIG FILE ID: 20230728_jmn_sn8_009.JPG
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LT Charles Cross: $5.832 million
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 10: Randy Gregory #5 of the San Francisco 49ers goes up against Charles Cross #67 of the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
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K Jason Myers: $5.51 million
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – DECEMBER 24: Jason Myers #5 of the Seattle Seahawks kicks a field goal during the first half in the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on December 24, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
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LB Tyrel Dodson: $4.26 million
Oct 22, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones (31) runs against Buffalo Bills linebacker Tyrel Dodson (25) during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports
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S Rayshawn Jenkins: $4.1 million
Jacksonville Jaguars safety Rayshawn Jenkins (2) celebrates after recovering a fumble by Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) during early first quarter action. The Jaguars were credited with a recovery on the fumble but upon review it was determined by the replay official that the ball was inbounds ruling, and the play was reversed. The Jacksonville Jaguars hosted the Baltimore Ravens at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, FL Sunday, November 27, 2022. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]
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P Michael Dickson: $3.85 million
Dec 24, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Seattle Seahawks punter Michael Dickson (4) punts the ball from his end zone during the first half against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
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OT George Fant: $3.434 million
Jan 14, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll high fives offensive tackle George Fant (74) during the second quarter against the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Divisional playoff at Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
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WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba: $3.277 million
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 24: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Seattle Seahawks runs after a catch during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Lumen Field on September 24, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
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TE Pharaoh Brown: $3.2 million
DENVER, COLORADO – DECEMBER 24: Tight end Pharaoh Brown #86 of the New England Patriots reacts after catching a pass during the 2nd quarter of the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field At Mile High on December 24, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
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OLB Darrell Taylor: $3.136 million
Nov 13, 2022; Munich, Germany; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Coby Bryant (8) and defensive end Darrell Taylor (52) celebrate after an interception in the second half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL International Series game at Allianz Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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CB Mike Jackson: $3.136 million
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Mike Jackson walks off the field after NFL football practice, Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at the team’s facilities in Renton, Wash.. (AP Photo/ John Froschauer) ORG XMIT: WAJF116
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