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John Schneider
GM since Jan 2010(16 years, 6 mo)
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On the Contract Value Index, John Schneider's front office has been significantly overpaying relative to production (F Contract Value Index). That ranks 19th of 32 on Sentiment among graded GMs. Reaction to the front office’s moves has been sharply negative (F Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal. The crowd-sourced Fan Verdict currently sits at F.
About John Schneider
Background and career path of the Seattle Seahawks general manager.
Path to the role
Schneider studied history and education at St. Thomas in Minnesota and, as a junior, wrote to Hall of Fame executive Ron Wolf asking for scouting work — landing a summer internship with the Packers. He scouted for Green Bay, ran pro personnel for the Chiefs, and held senior roles with the Seahawks and Redskins before returning to Green Bay as a top aide. The Seahawks hired him as general manager in January 2010, paired with head coach Pete Carroll.
Philosophy & notable moves
Schneider built the "Legion of Boom" defense and a championship roster largely through shrewd drafting and value finds — most famously selecting Russell Wilson in the third round in 2012, along with Richard Sherman, Kam Chancellor and Bobby Wagner. He has a knack for unearthing talent late in drafts and among undrafted players, and was elevated to president of football operations in 2024.
Fun facts
- He drafted Russell Wilson in the third round in 2012 — a value pick that anchored a Super Bowl champion.
- As a college junior he cold-wrote to executive Ron Wolf to get his start in scouting.
- He and his wife founded Ben's Fund in 2012 to support children with autism in Washington State.
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16 years
Tenure
League Comparison
#19
Sentiment Rank
of 32 GMs
#26
Most Active
45 moves
Contract Value
F
Poor contract value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
The Seattle Seahawks have been paying a premium this season, with several contracts that outpace the expected production level. Across 30 contracts, 3 grade out as good value and 2 look like overpays based on comparable deals around the league. The best bang-for-the-buck deal was Dante Fowler Jr (B) at $2.5M/yr — getting defensive end production well above the price point. The priciest commitment relative to production was Brandon Pili (D-) at $1.8M/yr — the defensive tackle market may have been richer than the on-field return suggests. Cap flexibility could become a concern if these contracts don't produce at the expected level.
Public Sentiment
F
Poor reception
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Seattle Seahawks' 2026 moves under John Schneider have drawn significant criticism from fans and media alike. Of 45 graded moves, 12 landed well with the fanbase, 21 drew mixed reactions, and 12 were viewed negatively. The standout move was bringing in Jadarian Price (A+), which generated the most positive buzz. The most questioned decision was the Emanuel Wilson signing (F), which drew the sharpest criticism. The fanbase remains split — some moves look promising while others need time to prove their worth.
Draft History (During Tenure)
Elite drafter — 96% hit rate (Rds 1-3)2026 Draft
All 2026 Transactions
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ReleaseAug 1, 2026
Seattle Seahawks release LB Ja'Markis Weston
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SigningAug 1, 2026
Seattle Seahawks sign Joseph Vaughn
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About this general manager
John Schneider is the general manager of the Seattle Seahawks, in his 17th year as the lead executive. FanVerdicts covers every NFL GM and the full body of moves they've made — and asks fans to render the verdict. Cast your Fan Verdict on John Schneider, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts brings its own read too — the contract value of the deals they signed, the performance of the players they assembled, and the sentiment around recent moves — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index F, Performance A-, Sentiment F, Fan Verdict F.
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