The Seattle Seahawks are pursuing a trade of Michael Bennett.

Bennett signed a three-year extension in December of 2016.

Bennett expressed doubts about his future with the franchise after Seattle's final game this season.

"I haven't talked to Mike in a while now, but it's the time of year, conversations going in all directions," said Pete Carroll.

Bennett is set to count almost $7.4 million against Seattle's salary cap next season. By trading or releasing him before June 1, the Seahawks would save roughly $2.2 million against the 2018 salary cap while incurring around $5.2 million in dead money charges. A trade or release would likely come before March 18, when Bennett is owed a $3 million roster bonus.