The biggest news from Lumen Field this weekend wasn’t the final score, it was a massive commitment to our defense. Three-time Pro Bowl cornerback Devon Witherspoon just secured a monster four-year, $132 million contract extension with our beloved Seattle Seahawks. This record-setting deal means we’ll have our disruptive secondary general roaming the field for years, a move that looks like an absolute killer for the preseason and beyond.
The Bag Secured: Witherspoon’s Impact on the Emerald City’s Defense
Let’s be real, the negotiation process for Witherspoon’s extension might have dragged on longer than any of us wanted, but the payoff? Oh, it’s sweet! Locking down a talent like Devon Witherspoon, a guy who’s already been to the Pro Bowl three times, tells you everything you need to know about the Seahawks’ commitment to building a championship culture. He’s the kind of player who changes games, who makes opposing quarterbacks sweat, and knowing he’s secured for the long haul sends a clear message across the league: the Emerald City secondary is here to stay, and it’s going to be a problem for everyone else. This extension wasn’t just about money; it was about solidifying the core of a defense that can absolutely dominate.
Milroe’s Mixed Debut and The Looming Questions
While the Witherspoon news had us all hyped, the action on the field against the Dallas Cowboys gave the 12s plenty to talk about. Our Seahawks lost their first preseason game of 2026, falling 17-7, and didn’t exactly look unbeatable. All eyes were on young Jalen Milroe, whose performance was definitely mixed. The discourse before the game centered on the hopeful improvement of Milroe, but after watching him, people are talking. He showed a real hesitancy to be a passer at times, leaving serious questions for the coaching staff to answer by final cuts. Some even suggested he “needs to learn how to throw an interception,” implying he’s holding onto the ball too long instead of taking calculated risks. This absolutely wasn’t the Super Bowl-champion Seahawks we envision, and it showed. However, it wasn’t all bad. Tyrice Knight and Montorie Foster Jr. stood out, with Montorie Foster even scoring a touchdown! But the overall offensive picture, especially with Milroe waiting on throws, just felt like we’re still looking to fill key depth.
This preseason opener gave us a dose of reality, highlighting that we are still developing that championship culture. With final cuts looming, the stakes are high. We’ll be watching closely in the next preseason game to see how Milroe responds and who else steps up to prove they belong on this roster. Our Seahawks are looking to refine things, and every rep matters from here on out.
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Originally reported by Field Gulls.
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