Seahawks' Nick Emmanwori predicted to command $25.2 million contract in 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Seattle Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori is forecasted to exceed Derwin James' $25.2 million per-year contract by 2027. This prediction, made by ESPN's Bill Barnwell, comes despite Emmanwori being two years away from extension eligibility. The second-round draft pick had a strong rookie season, finishing runner-up for Defensive Rookie of the Year and contributing in the playoffs. If the prediction holds, it would mark a significant development for the market value of safeties, especially as the Seahawks manage contracts for several young stars.
- •Emmanwori drafted by Seahawks in 2025, won Super Bowl as a rookie.
- •Bill Barnwell predicts Emmanwori will break the safety salary record.
- •Emmanwori eligible for contract extension after the 2027 season.
- •Seahawks managing multiple high-value contracts concurrently.
- •Emmanwori finished runner-up for Defensive Rookie of the Year.
- 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks receive wild Nick Emmanwori $25.2 million contract prediction 2 years early
"This is a very early, and very bold prediction for the second-year Seahawks DB.
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