Seahawks Set New Bar with Witherspoon's Potential Mega Deal

0:00It's March 26. This is NFL News today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. The Seattle Seahawks just made waves by signing wide receiver Jackson Smith and Jigba to a four-year deal worth 168,600,000, making him the highest paid wide receiver in NFL history. This comes on top of his two remaining rookie contract years, and as the reigning offensive player of the year, he's locked in as a cornerstone for the team. Shortly before that extension, the Seahawks picked up the fifth-year options for both Smith and Jigba and star cornerback Devon Witherspoon, signaling, big plans ahead. Now with Smith and Jigba's payday setting a new bar, all eyes are on Witherspoon's upcoming deal. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Witherspoon's elite play. He's a lockdown corner who handles both outside and slot duties earned three straight. Pro Bowl nods and even hoisted a Super Bowl trophy as a champion.

1:03His impact on the field has everyone expecting a massive reward. Team insiders say they aim to finalize Witherspoon's extension before or during training camp, potentially valuing it at 32 to 35, million dollars per year to reset the cornerback market. That would keep another young star in Seattle for the long haul. As the salary cap keeps climbing, the Seahawks are smartly securing their rising talents early, balancing the books while building around proven.