Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads NFL with impressive receiving yardage in 2025

Jaxon Smith-Njigba of the Seattle Seahawks finished the 2025 season as the NFL's leading receiver with 1,793 receiving yards, significantly up from 1,130 the previous season. He accounted for 44.1% of the Seahawks' total receiving yards, highlighting his role in the offense. Smith-Njigba averaged 3.85 yards per route run, the second highest in the past decade, behind only Tyreek Hill's 2023 season. His route speed improved from 13.5 mph as a rookie to 14.2 mph in his third season, adding to his effectiveness. Defenses will now adjust to his performance as they enter the 2026 season, where Smith-Njigba is expected to continue to be a key target.

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