NFL Quells Jaxon Smith-Njigba Snafu Again
Summary
The NFL made a mistake by giving Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba a trophy labeled "Defensive Player of the Year" instead of "Offensive Player of the Year." The league apologized, sent a correct trophy, and featured Smith-Njigba on the cover of its 2026 Record & Fact Book to recognize his achievements.Key Facts
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba won the 2025 AP Offensive Player of the Year award.
- He initially received the wrong trophy labeled "Defensive Player of the Year."
- The NFL admitted the mistake was a typo and apologized.
- Smith-Njigba caught 119 passes for 1,793 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2025.
- He set Seahawks single-season records for catches and yards.
- The Seahawks made the Super Bowl in 2025 with Smith-Njigba as a key player.
- The NFL featured him on the 2026 Record & Fact Book cover.
- Smith-Njigba will play a major role for the Seahawks in 2026 after running back Kenneth Walker III left the team.
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