Report: Marshawn Lynch wanted $5 million more this season
Marshawn Lynch got paid this week, but not nearly as much as he was reportedly hoping for.
The Seattle Seahawks running back accepted a standing offer from the club - originally proposed in May - that put an extra $1.5 million in Lynch's pocket Thursday to end his eight-day holdout. Lynch will earn a guaranteed salary of $6.5 million this season as a result of the bump in pay.
But according to sources, ESPN's Terry Blount said Lynch was seeking much more than what the club gave him. Lynch, who eclipsed 1,200 rushing yards for the third straight year, was reportedly seeking a $5 million raise this season.
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The running back had accumulated nearly $500,000 in team fines for his absence through Thursday. A team source said Friday that whether Lynch must pay that fine remains unresolved. A source close to Lynch, however, said Thursday that the running back would not have to pay it.
As for his contract, no money was added to Lynch's four-year, $30 million deal, which has two years remaining. His base salary this season was increased by $1 million by moving incentives to guaranteed money -- $500,000 in pregame roster bonuses and $500,000 if he rushes for 1,500 yards. The Seahawks also moved $500,000 of his 2015 base salary to this season.
The report also notes his rumored contract demands coincide with his 2015 salary, which should come as no surprise given the likelihood the 28-year-old running back is released after the season due to cap considerations.
Seahawks running back coach Sherman Smith dismissed the notion Lynch's contract dispute will adversely affect his performance on the field.
If he's angry, maybe he'll run angry. But it's good to have him back. He brings toughness to our team. We look forward to getting him ready for the Thursday night [regular-season opener] against Green Bay.
Lynch carried a heavy load for the Super Bowl champs last year, accumulating the second-most carries in the NFL behind Philadelphia Eagles playmaker LeSean McCoy.
His 12 touchdowns tied for the league lead and matched a career high, while Lynch's 1,257 rushing yards were the sixth-most among running backs.