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NFL free agency: 5 targets for Seahawks after Russell Wilson trade

By Scott Rogust

Dec 10, 2018; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll talks with general manager John Schneider, right, during pregame warmups against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 10, 2018; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll talks with general manager John Schneider, right, during pregame warmups against the Minnesota Vikings at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /
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DENVER, CO – SEPTEMBER 26: Safety Marcus Maye #20 of the New York Jets defends on the field during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High on September 26, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO – SEPTEMBER 26: Safety Marcus Maye #20 of the New York Jets defends on the field during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High on September 26, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) /

S. New York Jets. Marcus Maye. player. 4.. 30. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis

The Seahawks are set to have a void in the defensive backfield with Quandre Diggs hitting free agency. He is coming off a Pro Bowl season where he recorded 94 combined tackles, seven defended passes and five interceptions. In coverage, Diggs allowed 29 receptions for 406 yards and one touchdown on 44 targets, per Pro Football Reference.

Diggs could very well command some big contract offers this offseason, and the Seahawks could be left out in the cold. If that does happen, Seattle should pivot to Marcus Maye.

Yes, Maye is not the top safety on the market. That distinction belongs to Marcus Williams, who is one of the top overall free agents this offseason. Maye provides upside and can come on a cheaper contract.

Maye is coming off a 2021 season where he played just six games before being sidelined due to a torn Achilles. The safety recorded 46 combined tackles, two defended passes and one sack. In coverage, Maye surrendered 10 receptions for 199 yards and one touchdown on 21 targets.

If the Seahawks are to lose Diggs, they can bring in another option who has chemistry with Jamal Adams. That is Maye.

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