Mike Morris

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		33	—	26	4.5
2025		17	0.0	18	2
2024		15	0.0	5	0
2023		1

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Seahawks secured exceptional value by locking up Mike Morris for four years at just $1.0M annually, earning an A- CVI that reflects one of the better rotational player deals in recent memory. At $4.2M total with minimal guaranteed money ($0.3M), Seattle is paying backup prices for a defensive end who has shown he can contribute meaningfully in a rotation — a classic low-risk, high-reward contract structure that savvy front offices chase. Morris slots into that coveted "rotational player" tier where teams need reliable depth without breaking the bank, and this deal gives the Seahawks four years of cost-controlled production from a young pass rusher. The contract's team-friendly structure limits downside risk while providing upside if Morris develops into a more prominent role, with the low guarantee making it easy to move on if needed. This is exactly the type of depth signing that championship rosters are built on — finding productive players at below-market rates while allocating bigger dollars to stars.

Performance Analysis

Mike Morris earns a D grade as a young defensive end developing with the Seahawks. Seattle has been investing in young defensive linemen, and Morris is part of that developmental wave. His effort and motor show up on every snap, but the consistent pass-rush production that would earn him a larger role hasn't materialized. The Seahawks' defense needs more from its edge players, and Morris is working toward contributing at that level. He's a developmental player whose ceiling depends on refining his pass-rush technique.

Current Sentiment

Mike Morris has generated modest positive coverage heading into 2026, with local media highlighting his journey from high school standout to Super Bowl participant and his off-field leadership as a chaplain assistant. However, the perception remains constrained by his limited on-field production—zero sacks and zero forced fumbles across three seasons—which suggests he has not yet established himself as a meaningful defensive contributor despite roster roster inclusion. The headlines focus primarily on his personal story and character rather than football performance, indicating respect for his background but uncertainty about his role's significance. At just $1.0M annually, his modest contract reflects his current status as a depth piece rather than a valued contributor, limiting mainstream fan engagement beyond Seattle's immediate fanbase. Overall sentiment is cautiously neutral-to-mildly-positive, centered on appreciation for his intangibles rather than expectations for impactful play.