CoachCelestine
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When I look at games like the Super Bowl, I see careers being rewritten in real time. You’ve got free agents from New England and Seattle stepping into the biggest spotlight possible, and a strong performance here can completely change their market value. Guys like K’, the Patriots’ edge rusher, Lavon Chaisson, coming off a career-high 7.5 sacks, and Rashid Shaheed, a two-time Pro Bowler for the Seahawks, are perfectly positioned to cash in if they show up when it matters most.
I’ve coached long enough to know this: one big moment on Sunday can add millions to a future contract. Teams pay for players who deliver under maximum pressure, in front of the biggest audience, when everything’s on the line.
Teams spend a lot of money on clutch players who have shown they can come through when it counts. Your performance on Sunday is the last audition film that all 32 teams with cap space and roster needs will see. A single game-changing interception, big sack, or amazing grab can add millions to your next deal.
For the 16 free agents from New England and Seattle who are still waiting, Sunday's stage is the perfect chance for them to go from being role players to franchise cornerstones worth investing in.
K'Lavon had a hard time living up to his first-round pedigree for five seasons. He has finally gotten the hang of New England's defense. The former 20th overall choice is having a career resurrection, with career highs in every category in 2025. Chaisson's 7.5 sacks and 54 pressures are a big step up for the 26-year-old edge rusher.
During New England's playoff run, his pass rush effect has been especially strong, as he has routinely put pressure on opposition quarterbacks. K'Lavon couldn't have asked for a better time. His breakout game couldn't have come at a better time, as it matches nicely with his entry into free agency. After Sunday's Super Bowl performance, teams that really need help with edge rushing will probably pay a lot more for him.
Vederian Lowe, a 26-year-old offensive tackle, hasn't made it to the Pro Bowl yet, but he has been a reliable presence on New England's offensive line when needed. You remember his rough 2024 season, when he gave up five sacks and 25 pressures in 13 starts. But he's become a lot better in 2025. This season, he's only given up one sack and twelve pressures in four starts, showing that he has superior technique and awareness.
Because the league still doesn't have enough good offensive line depth, Lowe's contract value estimates should be higher than expected when he becomes a free agent. Teams really need to protect their offensive playmakers, and Lowe's development path predicts that he will get a good deal even though he isn't always consistent. Because he is young and getting better, he is an intriguing target.
Boye Mafe is an interesting case study in unfulfilled potential because he went from New England's offensive line to Seattle's pass rush. This 27-year-old edge rusher has fallen behind Pro Bowl players on Seattle's depth chart, but don't let that deceive you. Mafe had a career-high 9 sacks in 2023, but he has only 8 sacks total in 2024 and 2025.
His defensive contributions haven't reached their peak yet because he hasn't had much playing time in Seattle's crowded pass-rush rotation. Teams will probably value his demonstrated ability to provide pressure on the quarterback when he gets regular snaps.
Mafe's timing for free agency couldn't be better. He's in his prime and has shown that he can rush the passer, which might help him in the right system.
Rashid Shaheed's influence since moving from New Orleans to Seattle has been all about explosive playmaking. You'll see a two-time Pro Bowler (2022, 2025) and All-Pro selection (2023) who has shown he can play well on both offense and special teams. Rashid Shaheed made history in 2025 by scoring touchdowns on both kickoff and punt returns. It shows how versatile he is and how vital he is.
His job isn't just to return kicks. You're watching a receiver who can make big plays every time he touches the ball, changing Seattle's offense at breakneck pace. Shaheed is 27 years old and in his prime as a free agent. Teams looking for dynamic playmakers are paying attention to him.
This summer, he is in a great position to make a lot of money because of how versatile he is and how much of a threat he is in many ways.
I’ve coached long enough to know this: one big moment on Sunday can add millions to a future contract. Teams pay for players who deliver under maximum pressure, in front of the biggest audience, when everything’s on the line.
Why the Super Bowl Performance Affects Free Agent Pay Day
Your regular-season stats are important, but how you do in the biggest games can have a major effect on how much you are worth when free agency starts. You've seen many athletes turn Super Bowl heroics into big money deals, while others see their contract estimates drop after terrible performances under pressure.Teams spend a lot of money on clutch players who have shown they can come through when it counts. Your performance on Sunday is the last audition film that all 32 teams with cap space and roster needs will see. A single game-changing interception, big sack, or amazing grab can add millions to your next deal.
For the 16 free agents from New England and Seattle who are still waiting, Sunday's stage is the perfect chance for them to go from being role players to franchise cornerstones worth investing in.
K'Lavon Chaisson, Edge: New England Patriots
K'Lavon had a hard time living up to his first-round pedigree for five seasons. He has finally gotten the hang of New England's defense. The former 20th overall choice is having a career resurrection, with career highs in every category in 2025. Chaisson's 7.5 sacks and 54 pressures are a big step up for the 26-year-old edge rusher.
During New England's playoff run, his pass rush effect has been especially strong, as he has routinely put pressure on opposition quarterbacks. K'Lavon couldn't have asked for a better time. His breakout game couldn't have come at a better time, as it matches nicely with his entry into free agency. After Sunday's Super Bowl performance, teams that really need help with edge rushing will probably pay a lot more for him.
Vederian Lowe, DT: New England Patriots
Vederian Lowe, a 26-year-old offensive tackle, hasn't made it to the Pro Bowl yet, but he has been a reliable presence on New England's offensive line when needed. You remember his rough 2024 season, when he gave up five sacks and 25 pressures in 13 starts. But he's become a lot better in 2025. This season, he's only given up one sack and twelve pressures in four starts, showing that he has superior technique and awareness.
Because the league still doesn't have enough good offensive line depth, Lowe's contract value estimates should be higher than expected when he becomes a free agent. Teams really need to protect their offensive playmakers, and Lowe's development path predicts that he will get a good deal even though he isn't always consistent. Because he is young and getting better, he is an intriguing target.
Boye Mafe, Edge: Seattle Seahawks
Boye Mafe is an interesting case study in unfulfilled potential because he went from New England's offensive line to Seattle's pass rush. This 27-year-old edge rusher has fallen behind Pro Bowl players on Seattle's depth chart, but don't let that deceive you. Mafe had a career-high 9 sacks in 2023, but he has only 8 sacks total in 2024 and 2025.
His defensive contributions haven't reached their peak yet because he hasn't had much playing time in Seattle's crowded pass-rush rotation. Teams will probably value his demonstrated ability to provide pressure on the quarterback when he gets regular snaps.
Mafe's timing for free agency couldn't be better. He's in his prime and has shown that he can rush the passer, which might help him in the right system.
Rashid Shaheed, WR: Seattle Seahawks
Rashid Shaheed's influence since moving from New Orleans to Seattle has been all about explosive playmaking. You'll see a two-time Pro Bowler (2022, 2025) and All-Pro selection (2023) who has shown he can play well on both offense and special teams. Rashid Shaheed made history in 2025 by scoring touchdowns on both kickoff and punt returns. It shows how versatile he is and how vital he is.
His job isn't just to return kicks. You're watching a receiver who can make big plays every time he touches the ball, changing Seattle's offense at breakneck pace. Shaheed is 27 years old and in his prime as a free agent. Teams looking for dynamic playmakers are paying attention to him.
This summer, he is in a great position to make a lot of money because of how versatile he is and how much of a threat he is in many ways.
