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Lynch, key to the Seahawks' appearances in the last two
Superbowls, had been entering the final year of his contract.
"Seahawks sign RB (Lynch) to 2-year extension through 2017
season," the team said on Twitter.
The Seahawks did not disclose the amount of the contract.
Lynch, nicknamed "Beast Mode," scored a career-high 13 rushing
touchdowns last season, and has rushed for more than 1,200 yards
in each of the past four years, even as he has battled back pain
that had caused speculation he might retire.
The 28-year-old rushed for 102 yards in February's Superbowl but
was left without the ball in the final seconds of the game as
Seattle coach Pete Carroll elected a passing play that led to an
interception, ending a Seahawks comeback attempt.
(Reporting By Cameron French; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
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