Seahawks and Nick Emmanwori Agree to Fully Guaranteed Contract
The Seattle Seahawks and rookie safety Nick Emmanwori have reached a fully guaranteed contract agreement, according to sources close to the situation. Emmanwori, selected in the second round of the draft, joins other players who managed to secure the entirety of their rookie contracts. This agreement marks a milestone, as Emmanwori becomes the first player selected at position 35 to receive a fully guaranteed rookie contract. The Seahawks’ strategy of securing Emmanwori’s contract stands out in a context where other teams have also chosen to guarantee the agreements of their second-round players.The Seahawks moved up 17 spots to select Emmanwori, a standout player from South Carolina, who impressed at the scouting combine with a 4.38-second 40-yard dash and a 43-inch vertical jump. Emmanwori is expected to play as nickelback in 2025, with Julian Love and Coby Bryant as starting safeties. The tight end Elijah Arroyo, selected by Seattle at position 50, is one of the second-round players who have not yet signed. The Seahawks rookies reported to training camp on Tuesday.Emmanwori is the first player in NFL history, drafted at the 35th position, to receive a fully guaranteed rookie contract.
Source: Alofoke Deportes
