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I'm not a big Seahawks fan...in the least...
but they took care of business...and in doing so...get another year to sign Alexander...
Hasselbeck reportedly agrees to stay in Seattle
The Seattle Seahawks, faced with the challenge of signing two high-profile players on the verge of free agency, have reportedly agreed to terms with quarterback Matt Hasselbeck on a new contract, according to a report in the Seattle Times.
The newspaper says the deal was agreed upon (by both sides) Monday night, but is not yet official. The team is expected to hold a Tuesday press conference to announce the signing, although the terms of the new deal are not known.
However, The Times, citing sources close to the contract negotiations, reported Hasselbeck was seeking a deal that is similiar to Chad Pennington's seven-year pact worth $64 million. That deal also included $23 million in bonus money.
The re-signing of Hasselbeck, a Pro-Bowl player in 2003, effectively allows the Seahawks to use the franchise tag on running back Shaun Alexander.
Hasselbeck was rated 17th among NFL passers last season with an 83.1 overall rating. He completed nearly 59 percent of his passes for 3,382 yards, 22 touchdowns and 15 interceptions. He is the highest rated passer in franchise history.
Hasselbeck is overrated...period...as is Pennington...
but they took care of business...and in doing so...get another year to sign Alexander...
Hasselbeck reportedly agrees to stay in Seattle
The Seattle Seahawks, faced with the challenge of signing two high-profile players on the verge of free agency, have reportedly agreed to terms with quarterback Matt Hasselbeck on a new contract, according to a report in the Seattle Times.
The newspaper says the deal was agreed upon (by both sides) Monday night, but is not yet official. The team is expected to hold a Tuesday press conference to announce the signing, although the terms of the new deal are not known.
However, The Times, citing sources close to the contract negotiations, reported Hasselbeck was seeking a deal that is similiar to Chad Pennington's seven-year pact worth $64 million. That deal also included $23 million in bonus money.
The re-signing of Hasselbeck, a Pro-Bowl player in 2003, effectively allows the Seahawks to use the franchise tag on running back Shaun Alexander.
Hasselbeck was rated 17th among NFL passers last season with an 83.1 overall rating. He completed nearly 59 percent of his passes for 3,382 yards, 22 touchdowns and 15 interceptions. He is the highest rated passer in franchise history.
Hasselbeck is overrated...period...as is Pennington...
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