Jordyn Brooks' Monster Deal With the Dolphins Just Set the Market For Every Former Seahawk

Alright, Emerald City, can we talk about this? We’re barely past the offseason program and the news is already dropping like a Sam Darnold bomb in the red zone! Our guy, former Seahawk linebacker Jordyn Brooks, is about to ink a huge extension with the Miami Dolphins. Yeah, you heard that right. This isn't just a rumor, it's a "before the 2026 regular season starts" expectation, and it's got us all wondering what this means for the entire league, especially for players who've bled green and blue before finding new homes.

The Brooks Blueprint: What the Dolphins are Spending

So, how are the Dolphins pulling this off? Turns out, it's more than doable. They can easily lower Brooks' cap number by converting his base salary into a signing bonus, spreading that cash out over multiple years. Smart move, right? But the real question for Miami is how much they're *actually* willing to fork over for Brooks, especially compared to what he's asking. You gotta weigh in his age, where the Dolphins are as an organization, and the fact they drafted two linebackers, Jacob Rodriguez and Kyle Louis. Still, the word from around the league is clear: expect Brooks to get that contract extension sometime before the 2026 regular season kicks off. It's a massive deal, setting a clear benchmark for what elite linebackers, even those who've moved on from their original teams, are worth in today's NFL.

Rookies Turning Heads: One TE and a Standout UDFA

While we're tracking former Hawks, let's keep an eye on some new blood making waves around the league. Over in Miami, they're pretty hyped about rookie tight end Will Kacmarek out of Ohio State. This guy’s got potential, big time. At worst, he’s a good blocker for their offense, but at his ceiling, he could develop into a high-end, two-way tight end. Think effective at both blocking and catching, though maybe not a massive downfield threat. They're even comparing him to Anthony Fasano, who played a big role in a Dolphins division-winning season back in 2008. Then there’s Louis Moore, an undrafted free agent who's already got folks talking. This guy apparently caught a lot of eyes during spring practices. His knack for being around the ball, something he showed off big-time at Indiana, was super evident. Honestly, he’s got the best shot of any UDFA to make their 53-man roster, which is tough, especially for linemen trying to impress in the spring, and with so many draft picks crowding the roster. It just shows you never know where the next big talent is going to emerge. So, as we gear up for the 2026 season, seeing former Seahawks like Jordyn Brooks land big deals and watching new talent surface across the league just reminds us how dynamic this sport is. The Hawks are deep into their own preparations, but it's always good to keep an eye on what's happening out there. What do you think, 12s? Does Brooks' deal impact how you view future contracts for our current roster? Let's get ready for some football, because it's coming fast!

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