The Seahawks exercised the fifth-year options on cornerback Devon Witherspoon and receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the team's two first-round picks from the 2023 draft.
By using the fifth-year option, the Seahawks keep both players under contract through 2027, though having finished their third season, both are also eligible for long-term extensions, something that is not precluded by using the fifth-year option. After exercising the fifth-year option on 2022 first-round pick Charles Cross last spring, the Seahawks were able to sign their left tackle to a long-term extension in January following the end of the 2025 regular season.
Both Witherspoon, the No. 5 overall pick, and Smith-Njigba, the 20th pick, were the first players at their respective positions selected in the 2023 draft, and both have been outstanding for the Seahawks, including standout seasons in 2025 that helped the Seahawks win Super Bowl LX.
Witherspoon has earned Pro-Bowl honors in each of the past three seasons, and last year was named one of the top 50 players in Seahawks history. Smith-Njigba, who earned Pro-Bowl honors in 2024 and 2025, emerged as the league's top receiver last season, leading the NFL with a franchise-record 1,793 receiving yards on his way to first-team All-Pro and AP Offensive Player of the Year honors.
Check out all of the familiar faces returning as well as the newest editions to the Seahawks as part of the 2026 NFL Free Agency class.
Cornerback Josh Jobe re-signed with the Seattle Seahawks on March 10, 2026.
Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) vs. the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1.
Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) vs. the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15.
Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) vs. the New Orleans Saints in Week 3.
Fullback Brady Russell re-signed with the Seahawks on March 12, 2026.
Seahawks fullback Brady Russell (38) vs. the Kansas City Chiefs in preseason Week 2.
Seahawks fullback Brady Russell (38) vs. the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1.
Seahawks fullback Brady Russell (38) at the San Francisco 49ers in Week 18.
Linebacker Drake Thomas re-signed with the Seahawks on March 11, 2026.
Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (42) vs. the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10.
Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (42) vs. the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10.
Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (42) at the San Francisco 49ers in Week 18.
Tackle Josh Jones re-signed with the Seahawks on March 12, 2026.
Seahawks tackle Josh Jones (74) vs. the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship.
Seahawks tackle Josh Jones (74) vs. the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16.
Seahawks tackle Josh Jones (74) at the San Francisco 49ers in Week 18.
Wide receiver and return specialist Rashid Shaheed re-signed with the Seahawks on March 11, 2026.
Seahawks wide receiver (22) Rashid Shaheed at the Atlanta Falcons in Week 14.
Seahawks wide receiver (22) Rashid Shaheed vs. the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16.
Seahawks wide receiver (22) Rashid Shaheed vs. the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship.
Running back Emanuel Wilson signed with the Seahawks on March 13, 2026.
Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson (23) runs with the ball during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson rushes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson (23) rushes during an NFL football game between the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Safety Rodney Thomas II signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Safety Rodney Thomas II signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Safety Rodney Thomas II signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Safety Rodney Thomas II signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Nose tackle Brandon Pili re-signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Nose tackle Brandon Pili re-signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Nose tackle Brandon Pili re-signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Nose tackle Brandon Pili re-signed with the Seahawks on March 16, 2026.
Cornerback Noah Igbinoghene signed with the Seahawks on March 17, 2026.
Washington Commanders cornerback Noah Igbinoghene (6) in action during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington Commanders cornerback Noah Igbinoghene (6) warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington Commanders cornerback Noah Igbinoghene (6) defends during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Wide receiver Cody White re-signed with the Seahawks on March 18, 2026.
Seahawks wide receiver Cody White (82) at the Washington Commanders in Week 9.
Seahawks wide receiver Cody White (82) at the Los Angeles Rams in Week 11.
Seahawks wide receiver Cody White (82) vs. the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16.
