The Seattle Seahawks are not expected to place the franchise tag on Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, according to reports. The decision sets the stage for the star running back to potentially enter the open market as a free agent during the upcoming league year.
By opting not to utilize the franchise tag, the Seahawks are allowing Walker the opportunity to test free agency. If he signs with a new team, he would become just the fourth player in NFL history to win the Super Bowl MVP award and begin the following season on a different roster. This rare group currently includes only Larry Brown, Desmond Howard, and Dexter Jackson.
The move indicates that the Seattle Seahawks and Walker have not reached a long-term contract extension, and the organization has chosen not to use the one-year tender to retain his rights. As one of the premier playmakers in the league coming off a championship-winning performance, Walker is expected to be a highly sought-after talent if he officially reaches the free agent market.
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