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Seahawks sign Devon Witherspoon to record-setting contract extension

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:45 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Seahawks sign Devon Witherspoon to record-setting contract extension
Summary

The Seattle Seahawks have extended cornerback Devon Witherspoon's contract for four years, worth up to $132 million. This deal makes Witherspoon the highest paid cornerback in NFL history, with $101 million guaranteed. The extension will not take effect until after the current two years remaining on his existing contract. Teammates celebrated the news in the locker room, as shown in a preview clip from the upcoming episode of Hard Knocks, airing tonight.

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  • •Witherspoon's contract is worth up to $132 million.
  • •He has $101 million guaranteed in the extension.
  • •The new deal begins after his current contract ends.
  • •Teammates celebrated the contract in the locker room.
  • •Hard Knocks episode featuring the celebrations airs tonight.
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  • 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — WATCH: Seahawks teammates react to Devon Witherspoon's new contract
What they're saying
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Devon Witherspoon's teammates didn't waste any time letting him know how they feel about his record-setting contract

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