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Seahawks Lock in Star Picks with 5th Year Options

Seattle Seahawks News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!·Mar 21, 2026·1:00

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Seahawks Secure Future: Locking in Top Picks Witherspoon and Smith-Njigba with Fifth-Year Options

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On March 21st, the Seattle Seahawks just locked in their two-star first-round picks from the 2023 draft by picking up the fifth year.

Options on cornerback Devon Witherspoon and wider receiver Jackson-Smith and Jigba.

This move keeps both players under team control through the 2027 season, and it opens the door for long-term contract extensions right, away.

Earlier this year, the Seahawks did the same with their 2022 first-round tackle Charles Cross, then signed him to a big extension soon, after the regular season wrapped up.

Witherspoon, taken fifth overall, and Smith and Jigba, the 20th pick, were the top guys at their positions that year, and they've shown bright ever, since earning Pro Bowl nods multiple times and helping Seattle snag Super Bowl 60.

Their standout 2025 campaigns, including Smith and Jigba's League, leading 1793 receiving yards and top honors, have fans excited about what's next for this young core.