Seahawks Lock In Stars with 5th Year Options
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Seahawks Secure Top Talent: Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Devon Witherspoons Fifth-Year Options Picked Up
The Seattle Seahawks have extended their commitment to two of their standout players, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Devon Witherspoon, by exercising their fifth-year options. This move keeps both players under team control through the 2027 season.
Smith-Njigba had an outstanding 2022 season, leading the league in receiving yards with 1,793 yards on 119 catches and scoring 10 touchdowns, earning him Offensive Player of the Year honors. Witherspoon contributed significantly to the defense with 72 tackles, 7 passes defended, and a fumble recovery.
Fans are thrilled about this strategic move, viewing it as a wise investment in proven talent. Both players are eligible for lucrative extensions, with Smith-Njigba expressing his love for the game and his intention to negotiate a significant contract when the time is right.
Financially, Smith-Njigba will earn $2.7 million in 2023, followed by a substantial increase to $23.8 million in 2027. Witherspoon will make $1.15 million in 2026 and $21.2 million in 2027. These contract decisions position the Seahawks for future negotiations, ensuring their core remains strong and their future remains bright.
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