Chazz Surratt

Career StatsF

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		43	48	—	—
2025		11	11	0.0	0
2024		17	28	0.0	0
2023		14

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

This Chazz Surratt extension earns a solid B- CVI grade as a reasonable investment in linebacker depth that slightly favors Seattle. At $1.4M per year over four seasons, the Seahawks are paying backup money for what amounts to a depth piece contributor, creating a contract structure that minimizes downside risk while offering modest upside if Surratt develops into a more prominent role. The $3.8M in guaranteed money represents smart protection for Seattle — enough to secure the player's commitment without creating significant dead cap exposure if he fails to progress beyond his current trajectory as a rotational defender. Surratt's production profile as a depth piece aligns well with this salary tier, making this neither a bargain nor an overpay, but rather a methodical roster-building move that addresses linebacker depth without breaking the bank. The four-year term gives Seattle control through Surratt's prime developmental window while maintaining flexibility to either extend him if he breaks out or move on without major financial consequences. This deal reflects sound salary cap management — paying market rate for a known commodity while positioning the franchise to benefit if internal development exceeds expectations.

Performance Analysis

Chazz Surratt earns an F for the Seahawks at linebacker, a former college quarterback turned linebacker whose position change has not yielded NFL results. Surratt has the athleticism to intrigue, but his football instincts at linebacker have not developed at the pace needed to survive in the league. His coverage has been exploitable, and he gets blocked out of plays too easily against the run. Seattle has moved on to younger options, and Surratt is at the bottom of the depth chart. The position switch was a creative idea that simply has not worked out at the highest level.

Fan Sentiment

A smart, low-risk re-signing that keeps a versatile linebacker locked into Seattle's Super Bowl LX run. Multiple headlines confirm Surratt's position versatility was a key factor in his path to the big game. His activation off IR just before the Super Bowl signals the Seahawks view him as a genuine contributor. Fans are buzzing about his AAV history potentially setting a market benchmark in future free agency. Surratt projects as a reliable rotational piece who could earn a larger role based on Super Bowl performance.