Seahawks Lock in JSN, Witherspoon with Historic Deals

0:00On March 26, the Seattle Seahawks are dominating NFL headlines with a massive contract for wide receiver Jackson Smith and Jigba. They agree to a four-year deal worth $168.6 million on top of his two remaining rookie years, making him the highest-paid wide receiver in league history. This bloodbuster has already sparked moves for teammate Devon Witherspoon, another star from the 2023 draft class. Just before JSN's extension, the Seahawks picked up the fifth-year options for both players. Witherspoon stands out as one of the league's top cornerbacks, with pro-bowl nods in all three of his seasons and a super-bowl win under his belt. He's versatile, locking down receivers inside and out, and fans expect big things from his next deal. Team leaders plan to finalize Witherspoon's extension soon, maybe before or during training camp, with projections around 32-35. That could reset the market for elite defenders.

1:01As the salary cap keeps climbing, the Seahawks are smartly locking in their young core early, balancing big paydays with long-term roster stability across the league.