Jaxon Smith-Njigba named Seahawks’ top non-QB MVP candidate for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The NFL has recognized Jaxon Smith-Njigba as the Seattle Seahawks’ leading non-quarterback MVP candidate for the 2026 season. After a historic performance in 2025, Smith-Njigba earned the distinction from NFL's Kevin Patra. The transition to new play-caller Brian Fleury raises some questions, but Smith-Njigba’s prior accolades, including the Super Bowl Champion and AP Offensive Player of the Year, strengthen his candidacy for the award next season.
- •JSN had a standout 2025 season for the Seahawks.
- •He is recognized as a top non-QB MVP candidate for 2026.
- •The Seahawks have a new offensive play-caller, Brian Fleury.
- •JSN is a reigning Super Bowl Champion and AP Offensive Player of the Year.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — JSN named by NFL as Seahawks’ top non-QB MVP candidate for 2026
"Jaxon Smith-Njigba had a historic year in 2025, which led to the NFL naming him as the Seahawks’ top non-quarterback MVP candidate for next season.
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