The Seahawks have re-signed a player they acquired ahead of the trade deadline for three consecutive offseasons. Rashid Shaheed, who was acquired from the New Orleans Saints on November 4, 2025, has now solidified his position with the team.
On March 9, 2026, Shaheed agreed to a three-year, $51 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks. This deal includes $34.7 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid wide receiver on the team.
Performance Highlights
In his 12 games with the Seahawks, Shaheed showcased his skills by catching 18 of 36 targets for a total of 266 receiving yards. His performance on special teams has been particularly noteworthy, averaging 32.5 yards on 18 kickoff returns and scoring three touchdowns during the Seahawks’ Super Bowl run.
Shaheed’s explosiveness has earned him recognition as one of the NFL’s top deep threats since entering the league in 2022. He was voted to the Pro Bowl as a specialist and averaged 15.1 yards per punt return with one touchdown.
John Schneider, the Seahawks’ general manager, expressed confidence in Shaheed’s abilities, stating, “When we made that trade with New Orleans, we were expecting the two of them to be our take-the-top-off receivers.” He further emphasized the value of Shaheed’s explosiveness, noting that it was likely viewed as too valuable to let go.
Observers expect Shaheed to continue making a significant impact in various ways, enhancing the Seahawks’ offensive strategy moving forward.
