Seahawks GM Hopes to Re-Sign Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker Amid Franchise Tag Talk

Seahawks GM John Schneider expressed a strong desire to re-sign Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, who is set to hit free agency after his rookie contract. Schneider clarified a contract joke, stating he hopes to make progress on a new deal this week. Walker, 25, rushed for 135 yards and had 26 receiving yards in the Super Bowl. He is also being examined as a potential franchise tag candidate for 2026. The market for running backs is acknowledged as tight.