SEAHAWKS EYEING RAVENS LINEBACKER PATRICK QUEEN IN FREE AGENCY
The Seattle Seahawks are rumored to have their sights set on Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen in NFL free agency. The speculation has grown stronger since the Seahawks brought on former Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald.
With Bobby Wagner and Jordyn Brooks both entering free agency, there may be an opportunity for Seattle to add Queen to their roster. According to Bleacher Report’s Mitchel Milani, the Seahawks are expected to make a move for Queen, marking Macdonald’s first significant transaction since joining the team.
“The middle of their defense could use some improvement,” Milani commented during a live stream on February 14, 2024. “I believe Patrick Queen would be a great addition. He is already familiar with the system and could immediately make an impact. He would become a leader for Mike Macdonald’s defense. It’s a logical fit.”
DEBATING THE FIT OF PATRICK QUEEN AND JORDYN BROOKS IN SEATTLE
Jordyn Brooks will forever be linked to Patrick Queen as the Seahawks chose to select Brooks with the 27th pick in the 2020 NFL draft, just one spot ahead of Queen, who was drafted by the Ravens at No. 28.
Considering both linebackers are now free agents, there is speculation about whether the Seahawks would attempt to pair them together. However, Queen’s price tag may be steep in the coming months.
According to Spotrac’s projections, Queen’s market value could reach a five-year, $92.6 million deal, giving him an average annual salary of $18.5 million. This figure is significantly higher than Brooks’ projected market value of a four-year, $45.3 million contract.
The financial gap between the two players raises questions. Queen is coming off an impressive season, earning his first Pro Bowl appearance in Baltimore. The Seahawks may choose to evaluate Brooks’ performance in Macdonald’s new defensive system before making any decisions.
IMPRESSIVE STATS AND DURABILITY OF PATRICK QUEEN
In the 2023 season, Queen recorded career-high numbers with 133 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 6 quarterback hits, 3.5 sacks, 6 pass deflections, one interception, and a forced fumble. Remarkably, Queen has not missed a single game in his four-year NFL career, starting in every contest for the Ravens.
PATRICK QUEEN ENDORSES MIKE MACDONALD FOR HEAD COACHING POSITIONS
Amidst rumors of Mike Macdonald interviewing for head coaching positions with the Commanders and Seahawks, his linebacker Patrick Queen spoke highly of him. Queen believes that Macdonald is the best candidate available and whoever secures his services will be making a wise choice. #Ravens #RavensFlock @wjz
Could Queen be open to following Macdonald to Seattle? The linebacker gushed about Macdonald when asked about the coach’s future prior to him joining the Seahawks.
In an exclusive interview, Queen expressed his admiration for Macdonald, calling him the “best candidate out there right now.” Queen believes that nobody can match Macdonald’s dedication and passion for the game. He emphasized that Macdonald will stop at nothing to ensure everything is perfect.
“Whoever gets him, if he leaves, is getting the best candidate out there,” Queen stated confidently. He went on to describe Macdonald as the best person he has ever been around, both as a coach and as a person. Queen highlighted Macdonald’s genuine care for the players, the organization, and the fans.
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