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Seahawks Pick Up Fifth-Year Options on Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Devon Witherspoon

The early decisions signal Seattle’s intent to pursue long-term extensions at valuations shaped by top-of-market benchmarks.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Seattle exercised the 2027 option years for both 2023 first-rounders, keeping the All-Pro receiver and Pro Bowl corner under contract through 2027.
  • The fully guaranteed option salaries are projected at about $23.852 million for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and $21.161 million for Devon Witherspoon, per Over The Cap.
  • Seattle is the first team this offseason to execute a 2023 first-rounder’s fifth-year option, ahead of the May 1 league deadline.
  • Both players are now extension-eligible, with ESPN reporting the team is expected to begin talks and analyst Bill Barnwell projecting a combined market near $76 million per year.
  • Smith-Njigba, the 2025 Offensive Player of the Year, has said he believes he should be the highest-paid WR as the market is led by Ja'Marr Chase at roughly $40.25 million annually, while Witherspoon is a three-time Pro Bowler coming off a second-team All-Pro season.