Seahawks Prepare for 2026 Season Amid Ownership Transition

Team operations to continue as usual despite pending sale, GM Schneider says

Feb. 26, 2026 at 3:33am

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The Seattle Seahawks are gearing up for the 2026 NFL season, even as owner Jody Allen initiates the process of selling the franchise. Despite the looming ownership change, General Manager John Schneider has assured fans that it will be 'business as usual' during the offseason, with a focus on retaining key players and pursuing success on the field.

Why it matters

The Seahawks' ownership transition comes at a critical time, as the team is coming off a Super Bowl LX victory and is poised for another championship run. Maintaining stability and continuity during this period will be crucial for the team's continued success.

The details

Schneider revealed that Jody Allen has encouraged him to 'let's go for it, let's rip it,' signaling a commitment to maintaining the team's momentum. The Seahawks enter the offseason with approximately $59 million in cap space, the sixth-highest in the league, allowing them to aggressively pursue retaining key players. Schneider emphasized the importance of keeping the core of the Super Bowl-winning team together, with a particular focus on re-signing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III.

  • The Seahawks are preparing for the 2026 NFL season.
  • Jody Allen recently signed John Schneider to a contract extension through 2031.

The players

Jody Allen

The owner of the Seattle Seahawks who is initiating the process of selling the franchise.

John Schneider

The General Manager of the Seattle Seahawks who has been signed to a contract extension through 2031.

Kenneth Walker III

The Super Bowl MVP running back for the Seattle Seahawks, who is a top priority for the team to re-sign.

Rashid Shaheed

A free agent wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks.

Riq Woolen

A free agent cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks.

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What they’re saying

“Let's go for it, let's rip it.”

— Jody Allen, Owner (newsy-today.com)

“We will try to keep as many of these guys as possible. As long as One can keep this collective 70 together.”

— John Schneider, General Manager (newsy-today.com)

“We would love to have Ken back.”

— John Schneider, General Manager (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

The sale process is expected to continue throughout the 2026 offseason, and no potential buyers have been publicly identified as of February 26, 2026.

The takeaway

Despite the impending ownership change, the Seahawks are committed to maintaining their championship-caliber roster and pursuing another Super Bowl title in 2026. The team's financial flexibility and the leadership of GM John Schneider will be crucial in navigating this transition and keeping the core of the team together.