Former Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman turned down a recent offer from the Seattle Seahawks per numerous reports and the value of that potential contract has now come to light.
Seattle’s offer to Freeman was worth up to $4 million on a one-year deal, according to NFL.com’s Mike Silver.
It’s clear the Seahawks are in the market for a veteran running back after losing starter Chris Carson, Rashaad Penny and C.J. Prosise to season-ending injuries last year.
Silver has also reported that Seattle has had conversations with free agent Carlos Hyde.
With the offseason still in a virtual format and no real clear indication on the healthy statuses of Carson, Penny and Prosise, the Seahawks are smart to test the waters on who might still be out there as possible contributors to Seattle’s backfield.
And, if Silver’s numbers are correct, the Seahawks are clearly willing to offer some decent cash for that insurance heading into the 2020 season.
