Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads NFL MVP rankings after Seahawks' win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
As the NFL season approaches its midpoint, Jaxon Smith-Njigba of the Seattle Seahawks tops the MVP rankings following a standout performance. Smith-Njigba caught nine passes for 150 yards and one touchdown in a victory over the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs. Jared Goff, quarterback for the Detroit Lions, jumps to second place after throwing for 303 yards and two touchdowns in a win against the Green Bay Packers. Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers drops to third after a loss featuring two interceptions. Other notable players in the running for MVP include Josh Allen and Kenneth Walker III.
- •Smith-Njigba leads the league with 867 receiving yards and eight touchdowns.
- •Goff is yet to throw an interception this season.
- •Purdy experienced his first disappointing game with two interceptions.
- •Allen remains a top contender despite the Bills' bye week.
- •Walker ranks second in rushing yards with 701, but struggled last week.
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — Week 8 NFL MVP Power Rankings: Smith-Njigba continues to impress
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