Former Alabama Cornerback Re-Signs With Reigning Super Bowl Champions

Josh Jobe inks 3-year, $24 million deal to remain with Seattle Seahawks

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Josh Jobe, a former undrafted free agent who won a national championship with Alabama in 2020, has re-signed with the Seattle Seahawks on a 3-year, $24 million contract. Jobe emerged as a key piece of the Seahawks' stifling Super Bowl-winning defense last season, starting 15 games and recording 12 passes defended and an interception in the regular season, plus another interception in the playoffs.

Why it matters

Jobe's new deal represents a significant payday for an undrafted player who has worked his way up to become a starting cornerback on a championship team. His success story highlights the potential for undrafted players to make an impact in the NFL, and the Seahawks' decision to re-sign him shows their commitment to building a winning roster through both the draft and free agency.

The details

Jobe was the No. 2 cornerback for the Seahawks last season, playing a crucial role in their Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots. His new 3-year, $24 million contract will keep him in Seattle through the 2028 season.

  • Jobe won a national championship with Alabama in 2020.
  • Jobe moved on to the NFL a year after winning the national title.
  • Jobe started 15 games for the Seahawks in the 2025 season.
  • Jobe re-signed with the Seahawks on a 3-year, $24 million deal on March 9, 2026.

The players

Josh Jobe

A former undrafted free agent who won a national championship with Alabama in 2020 and has emerged as a starting cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks, re-signing with the team on a 3-year, $24 million contract.

Seattle Seahawks

The reigning Super Bowl champions, who have re-signed cornerback Josh Jobe to a 3-year, $24 million contract to keep him as a key part of their stifling defense.

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What they’re saying

“Jobe, a former undrafted free agent, started 15 games last season for the Super Bowl champions — adding 12 passes defensed and 1 INT. He wanted to stay in Seattle and got his wish.”

— Jordan Schultz, NFL Insider (Twitter)

The takeaway

Josh Jobe's new contract with the Seattle Seahawks is a testament to the potential for undrafted players to make an impact in the NFL. His success story shows that hard work and determination can lead to lucrative opportunities, even for those who may have been overlooked coming out of college.