Seahawks lose to Cowboys in preseason opener, sign Devon Witherspoon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 1:07 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks played their first preseason game of the 2026 season on August 15, losing to the Dallas Cowboys at Lumen Field. Quarterback Jalen Milroe had a mixed performance, prompting discussions on his development. Meanwhile, the Seahawks secured a contract extension with cornerback Devon Witherspoon, a four-year deal worth $132 million, solidifying their secondary for the future.
- •Seahawks lost to Cowboys in their preseason opener on August 15.
- •Jalen Milroe's performance raised concerns among fans and analysts.
- •Devon Witherspoon signed a four-year, $132 million extension.
- •Game took place at Lumen Field in Seattle.
- 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — Pre-Snap Reads: Seahawks sign Devon Witherspoon, lose to Cowboys
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