Jaxon Smith-Njigba ties the Seahawks and Patriots game in the fourth quarter
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Last updated Sep 10, 2026
Jaxon Smith-Njigba recorded a 45-yard touchdown reception early in the fourth quarter to tie the 2026 season opener between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots at 10-10. The score followed an interception thrown by Patriots quarterback Drake Maye that was caught by Romeo Doubs. Drew Lock, starting in place of the injured Sam Darnold, connected with Smith-Njigba on a short pass during a fourth-and-1 play in New England territory. Smith-Njigba gained 41 yards after the catch to reach the end zone. The receiver now has seven catches for 111 yards and one touchdown in the contest. The game remains in progress as both teams compete for the lead late in the fourth quarter.
- •Jaxon Smith-Njigba tied the game at 10-10 with a 45-yard touchdown catch.
- •The play occurred early in the fourth quarter on a fourth-and-1 situation.
- •Drew Lock threw the touchdown pass while filling in for the injured Sam Darnold.
- •Drake Maye recorded an interception to set up the scoring drive.
- •Smith-Njigba has 111 receiving yards on seven catches during the game.
- 5:28 AMYahoo Sports — Seahawks news: Jaxon Smith-Njigba showcases OPOTY form with 45-yard TD
- 3:07 AMYahoo Sports — WATCH: Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s 45-yard 4th & 1 Touchdown Ties Patriots
- 2:50 AMYahoo Sports — Jaxon Smith-Njigba 45-yard TD ties Seahawks-Patriots at 10-10 in fourth quarter
"The Seattle Seahawks started slowly against the New England Patriots at Lumen Field on Wednesday, but they made the plays that mattered most, leading to a hard-earned win, 13-10. The Seahawks bucked the early exit of Sam Darnold, who suffered a hip injury in the first quarter, to start their title defense on a positive note. Jaxon Smith-Njigba made […] The post Seahawks news: Jaxon Smith-Njigba showcases OPOTY form with 45-yard TD appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Before they knew it, he was in the end zone with a few cuts that look as subtle as any- and their lead had evaporated.
"The reigning AP offensive player of the year just showed why he earned the honor.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 5:28 AMSeahawks news: Jaxon Smith-Njigba showcases OPOTY form with 45-yard TD
The Seattle Seahawks started slowly against the New England Patriots at Lumen Field on Wednesday, but they made the plays that mattered most, leading to a hard-earned win, 13-10. The Seahawks bucked the early exit of Sam Darnold, who suffered a hip injury in the first quarter, to start their title defense on a positive note. Jaxon Smith-Njigba made […] The post Seahawks news: Jaxon Smith-Njigba showcases OPOTY form with 45-yard TD appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 3:07 AMWATCH: Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s 45-yard 4th & 1 Touchdown Ties Patriots
Before they knew it, he was in the end zone with a few cuts that look as subtle as any- and their lead had evaporated.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 2:50 AMJaxon Smith-Njigba 45-yard TD ties Seahawks-Patriots at 10-10 in fourth quarter
The reigning AP offensive player of the year just showed why he earned the honor.
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