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Jaxon Smith-Njigba ranked as top WR for 2026 NFL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Jaxon Smith-Njigba ranked as top WR for 2026 NFL season

Summary

The Associated Press has named Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba the top wide receiver in their 2026 rankings. Smith-Njigba earned this recognition following a standout season where he set a team record with 1,793 receiving yards and 119 receptions. He also signed a four-year extension worth $168.6 million, averaging $42.15 million annually, with over $120 million guaranteed. He was instrumental in Seattle securing their second Super Bowl title. Other receivers ranked include Ja'Marr Chase at No. 2 and Puka Nacua at No. 3, among others in the top five.

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By the Numbers

•Jaxon Smith-Njigba set a team record with 1,793 receiving yards last season.
•He signed a four-year, $168.6 million extension before the season.
•Smith-Njigba contributed to Seattle's second Super Bowl victory.
•Ja'Marr Chase and Puka Nacua follow him in the AP rankings.
•Smith-Njigba was a unanimous All-Pro selection last season.

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4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Jaxon Smith-Njigba tops the AP's WR rankings for 2026 NFL season

What they're saying

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Seahawks star Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a top-shelf wide receiver in the NFL, but The Associated Press ranks him as the top gun in their 2026 WR rankings.
— Yahoo Sports

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