Geno Smith finally got the payday and recognition that had eluded him for most of his career. “The contract is fulfilling, but I just love playing football,” Smith said Thursday after signing his new three-year deal with the Seahawks. “It’s just a way for both parties to make it work,” Smith said. Smith led the Seahawks to a 9-8 record …
INDIANAPOLIS — The Seahawks are still in the process of negotiating a new contract with Geno Smith. At the same time, Carroll and Schneider made it clear during separate media availabilities at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday afternoon that independent of Smith’s status with the team, Seattle is going to consider selecting a quarterback early in the draft. “We …