Fresh off a Super Bowl win, the Seattle Seahawks are riding high. But if there’s one thing every championship team learns, it’s that success comes at a cost - literally.
Winning means players get paid, and that can make it tough to keep the band together. For head coach Mike Macdonald and his staff, the 2026 offseason is all about smart roster construction.
The goal? Reload without overspending, and find value in the free-agent market to keep the momentum going.
Let’s take a look at three under-the-radar free agents who could help Seattle stay in the title hunt.
1. Alec Pierce - WR, Indianapolis Colts
If Rashid Shaheed walks in free agency - and there’s a good chance he does - the Seahawks will need a new vertical threat to stretch the field. Enter Alec Pierce.
Pierce isn’t just a deep-ball specialist - he’s the deep-ball specialist. Since entering the league as a second-round pick in 2022, he’s led the NFL in yards per reception with an eye-popping 18.7 average.
That’s not just a one-year wonder stat, either. He topped the league in this category in both 2024 (22.3 YPR) and 2025 (21.3 YPR), becoming the first player to lead the NFL in yards per catch in back-to-back seasons since Ashley Lelie did it in 2004 and 2005.
At 6-foot-3 and 211 pounds, Pierce brings rare speed and size to the position. He’s not just fast - he’s fast and physical, with the kind of frame that can win 50-50 balls and create separation downfield.
And while some may still label him as a one-dimensional deep threat, the tape tells a different story. In 2025, Pierce had only one reception over 50 yards and just two over 45, showing he’s learned how to work underneath and intermediate routes as well.
His longest catch of the year? A 66-yard touchdown in Week 18, where he torched the Texans’ secondary and left defenders trailing like they were running in sand.
But that play was the exception, not the rule. Pierce is evolving into a more complete receiver, and his best football might still be ahead of him.
If the Colts don’t franchise tag him - which they very well might - Pierce could command upward of $20 million annually. That’s a big swing, but for a Seahawks offense that just hoisted the Lombardi Trophy and is looking to stay explosive, it might be worth the investment.
2. Greg Newsome II - CB, Jacksonville Jaguars
With key pieces in the secondary like Josh Jobe and Riq Woolen potentially on the move, Seattle will need reinforcements on the back end. Greg Newsome II isn’t a flashy name, but he checks a lot of boxes for what the Seahawks need.
Newsome has been a steady presence throughout his five-year career. He’s not a shutdown corner, but he’s versatile - able to play both inside and outside - and he brings starting experience to a unit that thrives on depth and flexibility. That kind of positional adaptability is gold in today’s NFL, especially when injuries start to pile up late in the year.
After a midseason trade from Cleveland to Jacksonville, Newsome got a taste of winning football and didn’t hide how much he enjoyed it.
“Obviously in Cleveland, you're sitting there mad: ‘We've got to find a way, we've got to find a way,’” Newsome said. “And then when I get here, I'm like, ‘Wow, we just won.’ … So, yeah, it feels amazing.”
The Jaguars had one of the league’s top takeaway units, and while Newsome wasn’t always on the field, he was part of that culture shift. If he’s looking to stay with a contender, Seattle offers a championship-caliber defense and a chance to play meaningful snaps.
He’s the kind of player who won’t break the bank but could quietly become a key contributor - the type of guy who steps up when someone else goes down, just like we saw in the Super Bowl.
3. David Ojabo - EDGE, Baltimore Ravens
Seattle’s defensive front was a force in the postseason, but with veterans like Kyle Van Noy and Dre’Mont Jones possibly heading out the door, there’s room for a fresh face in the pass rush rotation. David Ojabo could be the answer.
Ojabo hasn’t lived up to his second-round billing just yet, but the tools are still there. At 6-foot-4 with explosive first-step quickness and natural bend off the edge, he remains one of the more intriguing developmental edge rushers in the league.
Injuries have slowed his progress, but the Ravens have kept him around for a reason. He’s flashed enough to stay on the roster, and in the right system, he could take a leap. Seattle’s defense doesn’t need him to be a 10-sack guy right away - they need him to be a rotational piece who can bring juice on passing downs.
And here’s the kicker: Ojabo would be a cost-effective addition. He’s still on the upswing, and if he hits, the Seahawks could get a high-ceiling pass rusher on a bargain deal.
Bottom Line
The Seahawks don’t need to chase big names this offseason. They already have a championship core in place. What they do need is smart, strategic additions - players who can step in, contribute, and grow within the system.
Alec Pierce brings explosive potential to the receiving corps. Greg Newsome offers versatility and experience in the secondary. And David Ojabo adds upside and depth to the pass rush.
None of these moves would dominate the headlines. But together? They could be the kind of under-the-radar signings that help Seattle stay right where they want to be - on top.