Super Bowl Champions Seahawks ... welcome to a new NFL season. Yes, it's here and the free agent signings mark its beginning.
Many Seahawks fans are asking "why can't we keep this championship team together?" Simple answer, there is no possible way. Some player contracts ended after the Super Bowl and thus, were free to test the market. Newly available players with the glow of a champion is hard to resist. For example, Michael Bennett, the impact pass rusher was coveted by other NFL teams with Chicago being the leading suitor - with the added bonus of Bennett's brother Martellus playing for the Bears as well. But, in the end, the Seahawks made Bennett a priority and re-signed lineman to a new four year contract.
However, other Seahawks landed on new teams. Say goodbye to Golden Tate, Clinton McDonald, Red Bryant, and Chris Maragos. A few more will depart in coming days. Super Bowl Champions all.
But, delve deeper, and ask yourself why would you want to keep the status quo? Other teams are now building upon the successes of their season, addressing weaknesses, and finding talent through the draft. So must the Seahawks. Thus, there is no way this team would ever be exactly the same as last year's team.
"Bigger, Faster, Stronger..." embraces the nature of constantly evolving, embracing change. In the end, every year is unique, and every team is hoping to build a champion.
No comments:
Post a Comment