Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon smiles on Feb. 4, 2026, at the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, California.

The Seattle Seahawks have officially made cornerback Devon Witherspoon the highest paid cornerback in NFL history. This landmark financial agreement was finalized on Saturday, marking a significant milestone for the player's career. Witherspoon was recently seen at the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, California, on February 4, 2026. The move establishes a new salary benchmark for the cornerback position within the league, reflecting the high value the Seattle Seahawks place on his defensive skills.