Seahawks WR Jake Bobo Turns Down Jaguars Offer, Re-Signs in Seattle

Bobo discusses his decision to remain with the Seahawks despite a lucrative offer from Jacksonville.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 10:55am

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jake Bobo, a restricted free agent, was offered a two-year, $5.5 million deal by the Jacksonville Jaguars. However, Bobo ultimately decided to re-sign with the Seahawks, the team he has played for over the past three seasons. Bobo cited his desire to remain in Seattle, where he felt at home, as the primary reason for turning down the Jaguars' offer.

Why it matters

This move highlights the Jaguars' continued efforts to bolster their wide receiver corps, even after signing several high-profile free agents in the offseason. While the Jaguars have a strong top of the depth chart, they are still seeking to add depth and competition at the position.

The details

The Jaguars offered Bobo a two-year deal worth $5.5 million, with an additional $1.5 million in incentives. However, Bobo ultimately decided to remain with the Seahawks, the team he has played for over the past three seasons. Bobo cited his desire to stay in Seattle, where he felt at home, as the primary reason for turning down the Jaguars' offer.

  • Bobo was a restricted free agent in 2026.
  • The Jaguars made their offer to Bobo in late March 2026.

The players

Jake Bobo

A 25-year-old wide receiver who has played for the Seattle Seahawks for the past three seasons.

Jacksonville Jaguars

An NFL team based in Jacksonville, Florida, that was seeking to bolster their wide receiver depth in the 2026 offseason.

Seattle Seahawks

An NFL team based in Seattle, Washington, that retained Jake Bobo after he turned down a lucrative offer from the Jaguars.

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What they’re saying

“I didn't want to go anywhere else. Obviously, it looked like there was a shot I was going to end up in Jacksonville, but in the back of my mind, I was hoping the guys upstairs would make something happen, and they did. I was incredibly thankful for that. I knew where I wanted to be, I knew where home was, and I'm definitely glad it worked out.”

— Jake Bobo, Wide Receiver

What’s next

The Jaguars will continue to explore options to add depth and competition at the wide receiver position, either through the draft or additional free agent signings.

The takeaway

This story highlights the importance of player loyalty and the desire to remain with a familiar organization, even when presented with a lucrative offer from another team. It also underscores the Jaguars' ongoing efforts to build a well-rounded receiving corps as they look to improve upon their 2025 season performance.