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Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald breaks silence on massive Devon Witherspoon extension

The Seattle Seahawks didn’t just open their preseason slate this weekend; they broke the bank for their defensive cornerstone. On Saturday, the Seahawks agreed to a historic four-year, $132 million contract extension with star cornerback Devon Witherspoon.

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Mike Macdonald Explains Why Devon Witherspoon is the NFL's Highest-Paid CB

SEATTLE — Throughout the offseason, Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald has been telling everybody who will listen (including yours truly in an exclusive interview for the Athlon NFL Preview magazine) that the defending Super Bowl champions are not interested in "running it back" as champions generally are.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / August 15

3 Standout Players From Seahawks' Rough Preseason Loss to Cowboys

Preseason football is officially underway for the Seattle Seahawks as they hosted the Dallas Cowboys. This is the first game since the Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / August 15

3 Winners & 2 Losers From Seahawks Preseason Week 1 Loss vs. Cowboys

The Seattle Seahawks hosted the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday night as each team kicked off its 2026 preseason. Seattle entered the game looking to defend its Super Bowl win, while the Cowboys are trying to bounce back from back-to-back seven-win seasons.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / August 15

5 Burning Questions Ahead of Cowboys vs. Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks open their preseason against the Dallas Cowboys inside Lumen Field at 5 p.m. PT. To learn more about the Seahawks' opponent, we spoke with Dallas Cowboys On SI contributor Zach Dimmitt.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15

Eagles facing tough CB decisions after Devon Witherspoon deal

Eagles facing tough CB decisions after historic Devon Witherspoon extension

The Seattle Seahawks agreed to a record-setting four-year, $132 million contract with cornerback Devon Witherspoon on Saturday in a deal that could have massive implications on the rest of the NFL.

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Raiders GM drops update on Maxx Crosby's trade situation

Mike Florio pours cold water on potential Aaron Donald return

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / August 15

3 Seahawks Position Battles to Watch During Preseason Opener vs Cowboys

Preseason football is back as the Seattle Seahawks will play in their first exhibition game on Saturday night against the Dallas Cowboys. While these games aren't always ultra-competitive, they do offer a perfect opportunity for players to prove they can get the job done in live game situations against opposing teams.

Seattle Seahawks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15

Seahawks sign star player to $132 million contract extension

One of the top cornerbacks in the NFL has a new $132 million deal in his back pocket. The Seattle Seahawks reached an agreement with cornerback Devon Witherspoon on a four-year, $132 million contract extension.

Devon Witherspoon News / Field Level Media / August 15

Report: Seahawks CB Devon Witherspoon lands $132M extension

The Seattle Seahawks are in agreement with Devon Witherspoon on a four-year, $132 million extension that makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, ESPN reported Saturday.

Demarcus Lawrence News / Field Level Media / August 15

Seahawks DE DeMarcus Lawrence: 'This will be my last year'

Seattle Seahawks defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence plans to retire following the 2026 season, his 13th in the NFL. The five-time Pro Bowl selection told a Yahoo Sports reporter on Friday that "this will be my last year." Lawrence, 34, won the Super Bowl with Seattle last season following 11 campaigns with the Dallas Cowboys.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Devon Witherspoon News / Pro Football Rumors / August 15

Seahawks, CB Devon Witherspoon Agree To Extension

The Seahawks made Jaxon Smith-Njigba the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL in March, and now, they have agreed to a new contract with Devon Witherspoon that will top the cornerback market.

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Sam Darnold News / The Spun / August 15

Bomani Jones Ripped For 'Terrible' Sam Darnold Claim

Former ESPN analyst Bomani Jones has fired up a debate this weekend regarding Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold. After revitalizing his NFL career on the Minnesota Vikings in 2024, Darnold signed a three-year contract with the Seahawks and immediately helped the franchise win a Super Bowl.

Demarcus Lawrence News / EssentiallySports / August 15

Cowboys Legend Makes Retirement Decision After Winning a Super Bowl With the Seahawks

DeMarcus Lawrence spent 11 years in Dallas chasing a championship that never came, watching the Cowboys repeatedly turn big expectations into early playoff exits.

Demarcus Lawrence News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / August 14

DeMarcus Lawrence Makes His Retirement Decision

Go ahead and pencil it in, if you haven’t already. Per Yahoo NFL Reporter Jori Epstein, DeMarcus Lawrence is making 2026 his final season as a professional football player.

Seattle Seahawks News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14

Seahawks’ Sam Darnold, Cooper Kupp go viral for being ‘completely in sync’ on Hard Knocks

The Seattle Seahawks seamlessly transitioned to head coach Mike Macdonald and won the Super Bowl just two years after moving on from Pete Carroll. Now, they have to figure out how to stay on top, which is a particularly trying task when you share a division with the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers.

Demarcus Lawrence News / Pro Football Rumors / August 14

Seahawks’ DeMarcus Lawrence To Retire After 2026 Season

DeMarcus Lawrence considered retirement after the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX-winning campaign, but he decided to come back for a second Seahawks slate. Year 2 in Seattle is now set to be the veteran defensive end’s last.

Sam Darnold News / Athlon Sports / August 14

Sam Darnold News Announced Before 2nd Seahawks Season

Sam Darnold's career resurgence continues to earn recognition as the Seattle Seahawks quarterback prepares for his second season with the franchise. Darnold entered Seattle with plenty to prove after a career that included stops with the New York Jets, Carolina Panthers, San Francisco 49ers and Minnesota Vikings.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

Patriots' Vrabel addresses Brady, Seahawks Super Bowl accusation

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel addresses Tom Brady, Seahawks Super Bowl accusation

One of the more unique NFL-related storylines of the summer involved Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald revealing that he spoke with a "conflict of interest" before Super Bowl LX.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

Mike Macdonald explains why Seahawks signed Terrion Arnold despite legal case

In one of the most controversial moves of the offseason, the defending champions are adding more talent.

Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13

Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing

If there wasn't enough attention on the Seattle Seahawks this preseason, the defending Super Bowl champions put themselves even more in the NFL spotlight on Thursday.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 12

Adam Schefter shares bold take on Patriots QB Drake Maye's long-term expectations

The New England Patriots returned to the scene in head coach Mike Vrabel's first season at the helm in 2025, ranking inside the top 10 in both offense (eighth) and defense (third) before losing to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX.

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Matt Hasselbeck News / Total Pro Sports / August 12

Seattle Seahawks Legendary QB Takes Part In Major CTE Brain Study

Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck is stepping up to help researchers solve one of football’s biggest health mysteries. According to ESPN and The Associated Press, Hasselbeck spent two days at Boston University participating in a major study on CTE, a progressive brain disease caused by repeated head impacts.