Seahawks Re-Sign WR Rashid Shaheed to 3-Year, $51M Deal

The wide receiver will remain in Seattle after a strong 2025 season.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks have re-signed wide receiver Rashid Shaheed to a three-year, $51 million contract with $34.7 million guaranteed. Shaheed was acquired by the Seahawks in a trade with the New Orleans Saints in November 2025 and made an impact on special teams and offense last season.

Why it matters

Retaining Shaheed is a key move for the Seahawks as they look to build on their success from last season. Shaheed proved to be a dynamic playmaker and the team was eager to keep him in Seattle long-term.

The details

Shaheed's new deal with the Seahawks is for three years and $51 million, with $34.7 million guaranteed. The Seahawks acquired Shaheed from the Saints in November 2025 in exchange for 2026 draft picks. Last season, Shaheed had two return touchdowns on special teams and added 15 catches for 188 yards on offense.

  • The Seahawks acquired Rashid Shaheed in a trade with the New Orleans Saints on November 4, 2025.
  • Shaheed's new three-year, $51 million contract with the Seahawks is expected to be finalized on March 9, 2026.

The players

Rashid Shaheed

A wide receiver who was acquired by the Seattle Seahawks in a trade with the New Orleans Saints in November 2025 and had a strong 2025 season, making an impact on special teams and offense.

Seattle Seahawks

An NFL team based in Seattle, Washington that is re-signing wide receiver Rashid Shaheed to a three-year, $51 million contract.

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What they’re saying

“Retaining Rashid Shaheed was a priority for us this offseason. He proved to be a dynamic playmaker and we're excited to have him back in Seattle for the long-term.”

— Pete Carroll, Head Coach, Seattle Seahawks (Seattle Seahawks Press Release)

What’s next

The Seahawks will officially announce Rashid Shaheed's new contract when the new league year begins on March 13, 2026.

The takeaway

The Seahawks' decision to re-sign Rashid Shaheed to a lucrative three-year deal demonstrates their commitment to building a talented and versatile offense around young playmakers. Shaheed's impact on special teams and as a receiver makes him a valuable asset, and the Seahawks were eager to keep him in Seattle for the foreseeable future.