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Seahawks GM John Schneider keeps rolling dice, winning on big-money contract extensions

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Question the past few drafts if you want. They aren’t something an executive would lead his résumé with.

Complain about the recent offensive-line management if so inclined. It’s likely kept the Seahawks from being a true title contender.

But if there is one area in which Seattle general manager John Schneider has earned fans’ trust, it’s his track record of extending marquee players. This is one place where the man just doesn’t miss.

Tuesday, the Seahawks signed Kam Chancellor to a three-year, $36 million extension that runs through 2020. The deal will make Chancellor the third highest-paid safety in the league, which is rare for a strong safety.