The Seattle Seahawks have given general manager John Schneider a four-year extension, Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer reported on Wednesday. The franchise is securing its GM and president of football operations through 2030.
Schneider is expected to sign on the dotted line and remain in the position he has held since 2010. After starting his GM tenure with the team, Schneider added the role of executive vice president in 2013 and, eventually, the title of president of football operations in 2024.
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The extension comes two years before Schneider’s current deal ends in 2027. Adding three years to his tenure gives Schneider the chance to serve as the Seahawks’ GM for 20 years.
Schneider arrived in Seattle in January of 2010 after Pete Carroll was hired as the coach and executive vice president of football operations. He had previously worked with the team as the director of player personnel in 2000.
His first tenure in Seattle succeeded three years as a scout for the Green Bay Packers and three years as the Director of Pro Personnel with the Kansas City Chiefs. He then served in personnel-related roles with the Washington Redskins and Packers before returning to Seattle.
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Schneider and Carroll helped the Seahawks win the Super Bowl in February 2014 when Seattle defeated the Denver Broncos, 43-8, in New Jersey.
According to the Seattle Times, the extension was a result of a strong vote of confidence for Schneider to help keep stability atop the Seahawks organization. The search for stability follows massive changes in recent years, including the trading of stars Russell Wilson, Geno Smith and DK Metcalf. The Seahawks also moved on from Carroll after the 2023 season and replaced him with Mike Macdonald.
The Seahawks have not made the playoffs since their wildcard appearance in 2022. Last season, they finished second in the NFC West with a 10-7 record.
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Seattle’s notable offseason moves include signing quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Cooper Kupp and defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence. They also re-signed linebacker Ernest Jones IV and defensive tackle Jarran Reed.
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