Seahawks Sign Smith-Njigba to Record-Breaking Deal

0:00On March 23rd, the Seattle Seahawks just made ways by signing wide receiver Jackson Smith and Jigba to a four-year contract extension worth 100, $68.6 million. This deal averages $42.15 million per year and includes over $120 million guaranteed, making him the highest paid wide receiver in NFL history. It comes after his standout play helped the team win the Super Bowl last season. Smith and Jigba, a first-round pick in 2023, exploded last year with 1-019 catches for 1,700, 93 yards and 10 touchdowns. That earned him offensive player of the year honors, all pro recognition and a pro bull nod, his second straight season topping 1,000 yards, receiving. The Seahawks clearly saw him as key to repeating their success, especially after losing their running back star to free agency. Fans and analysts expected a big payday, and this tops the previous record hailed by Cincinnati's Jamar Chase at $161 million.

1:06Over four years, it pushes stars like Justin Jefferson, CD Lamb and even Seahawks teammate DK Metcalf down the list. The move locks in a core offensive weapon amid rising contract values across the league, now attention turns to cornerback Devon Witherspoon, another 2023 draft pick whose anchoring the defense. His rookie deal in soon, with a fifth year option available, but reports suggest a three-year extension around $82 million is in. Play averaging 27.4 million annually, that would rank him among the top pay corners after his all pro season with 72 tackles and key plays. With these investments, General Manager John Schneider is building aggressively for the future, balancing offense and defense while contract markets. Keep climbing, it sets the stage for what could be an exciting repeat run.