Hasselbeck, Bulger and QB decision time

December, 28, 2009
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By Mike Sando | ESPN.com
The Seahawks and Rams face pressing decisions at quarterback once the 2009 season finishes.

Seattle's Matt Hasselbeck is 34 years old and coming off a two-game stretch with eight interceptions. His contract expires after the 2010 season. The team will have a new general manager. Coaching changes also could be forthcoming.

March 11 is one date to keep in mind. The Seahawks owe a $1 million roster bonus to Hasselbeck on that date, but only if Hasselbeck is still on the roster.

In St. Louis, the Rams are expected to release injured starter Marc Bulger to avoid paying his $8.5 million salary for 2010.

NFC West QB Watch: Starters


The chart shows important financial figures for current NFC West starting quarterbacks. The 49ers' Alex Smith appears likely to achieve a $500,000 salary escalator for 2010. Smith and the Cardinals' Kurt Warner are likely to return as starters. Marc Bulger probably will not. Matt Hasselbeck's future could be in question.
Starting QB 2010 base salary 2010 cap value 2010 cap value if cut Deal runs through
Marc Bulger, Rams $8.5M $10.5M $6M 2013
Matt Hasselbeck, Seahawks $5.75M $6.75M $0 2010
Kurt Warner, Cardinals $4M $11.5M $7.5M 2010
Alex Smith, 49ers $2.5M $6.16M $3.67M 2010


NFC West QB Watch: Backups


This chart shows important financial figures for primary NFC West backup quarterbacks. Rams rookie Keith Null, not listed because he was the third-stringer, remains under contract through 2012 at bargain prices.
Backup QB 2010 base salary 2010 cap value 2010 cap value if cut Deal runs through
Matt Leinart, Cardinals $2.485M $4M $3.33M 2011
Shaun Hill, 49ers $1.5M $2.2M $650K 2010
Seneca Wallace, Seahawks $1.5M $1.9M $400K 2010
Kyle Boller, Rams -- -- -- 2009

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