Ever wonder why your favorite team's star player might suddenly jump ship to a rival, or why a lesser-known athlete gets a massive contract? It's all thanks to something called free agency, and it's a lot more strategic and impactful than you might think.
Geno Smith's recent contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks put free agency in the spotlight, showing how a player can go from backup to big deal.
Smith, after a decade as a journeyman quarterback, signed a 3-year, $105 million deal in March 2023.