Smith-Njigba has 948 receiving yards through eight games, a league-leading average of 118.5 receiving yards per game. If he keeps up that pace over a 17-game season, he'll finish 2025 with 2,015 receiving yards. That would be the first 2,000-yard season for a receiver in NFL history.

Nov 2, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs with ball after making a catch defended by Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium. / Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Seattle Seahawks have been one of the biggest surprises in the NFL this season and a lot of that is because of the phenomenal play of third-year wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

After having a breakout season in 2024, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxson Smith-Njigba is establishing himself as an elite player in 2025. Smith-Njigba leads the league in receiving yards with 948,

The third-year wideout had another big outing on Sunday. Jaxon Smith-Njigba earned a lot of praise from some NFL analysts after Seattle’s win at Washington.

The Eagles were again a big winner at the trade deadline, and they needed to get roster compliant after Howie Roseman's array of deals. Philadelphia released veteran Patrick Johnson and wideout Terrace Marshall.

Ohio State's star receiver duo of Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate has been on a tear this year, and their teammates feel they could surpass another legendary tandem.

The NFL family mourns the loss of Dallas Cowboys player Marshawn Kneeland. He passed away at 24. His death shocked teammates and fans. Tributes poured