If that happens, Lockett will officially close the book on one of the greatest careers by a wideout in franchise history. His time in Seattle won’t have a storybook finish, but it will end in quintessential Lockett fashion, with him trying to help the Seahawks win, however he can.

Seattle has employed a rotating selection of team captains for each game, highlighting different players for different reasons. The potential final game for a franchise legend such as Lockett is good enough reason to make him one.

His salary-cap charge above $30 million means something must change for him to be with Seattle--or any team--in 2025.