The Seahawks may be assessing their chances to work out an extension with Thomas while feeling out other teams to see what they would give up for the perennial All-Pro. But considering how many bedrock players have left, Thomas is too valuable to be part of the exodus.
They are leaving the Seahawks in droves now — traded (Michael Bennett), allowed to walk away (Jimmy Graham, Paul Richardson), nudged out the door (Richard Sherman) and pushed (Jeremy Lane).
That’s on top of Cliff Avril and Kam Chancellor, who may be injured too badly to play for Seattle (or anyone) again, and a significant portion of the coaching staff, including the offensive and defensive coordinator and assistant head coach, sent packing.