Jaxon Smith-Njigba named top option for No. 6 fantasy draft pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 2:21 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has been identified as the ideal selection for the No. 6 overall pick in fantasy football drafts this year, according to Fantasy Sports on SI. In 2025, he recorded 119 receptions for 1,793 yards and 10 touchdowns. With the departure of running back Kenneth Walker III, Smith-Njigba is expected to take on a larger role in the offense, increasing his potential fantasy value. Other players mentioned as solid picks include Saquon Barkley, Malik Nabers, and Breece Hall, among others.
- •Smith-Njigba had 119 receptions and 1,793 yards in 2025.
- •Expectations for him rise with Kenneth Walker III's departure.
- •Saquon Barkley and others are also highlighted as strong picks.
- •This assessment is for 12-man fantasy football PPR leagues.
- 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — Is Seahawks star JSN best option with No. 6 pick in fantasy drafts?
"Seahawks star Jaxon Smith-Njigba was named by Fantasy Sports on SI as being the most ideal No. 6 pick in fantasy football drafts this year.
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