The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back wide receiver Rashid Shaheed on a three-year, $51 million contract with $34.7 million guaranteed, according to agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey. The speedy return specialist became a key contributor during Seattle's Super Bowl run after joining the team in a midseason trade with the New Orleans Saints.

Shaheed's impact was most evident in the return game, where he scored three touchdowns on special teams. His 58-yard punt return against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16 sparked Seattle's comeback victory, while his 95-yard kickoff return touchdown in the divisional round set the tone for their blowout win over the San Francisco 49ers. The Seahawks surrendered fourth- and fifth-round draft picks to acquire Shaheed, leaving them with only four selections in this year's draft.

While Shaheed has been one of the NFL's premier deep threats throughout his career, producing six offensive touchdowns of at least 50 yards with the Saints, his production in Seattle was more modest. In 12 games with the Seahawks, he caught 18 passes for 266 yards without scoring, adding 86 rushing yards on 11 attempts. The contract extension signals Seattle's commitment to maintaining their Super Bowl-winning core as they navigate free agency losses including Kenneth Walker III and Coby Bryant.