What happened: ESPN sources report that Offensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl champion Jaxon Smith-Njigba has agreed to a four-year, $168.6 million contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks. The pact averages $42.15 million annually and features over $120 million guaranteed, establishing new records for wide receivers. This makes JSN the highest-paid WR in NFL history.
NFL·TRANSACTION·March 23, 2026 10:47 AM ET
Seahawks Sign WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba to Record 4-Year, $168.6M Extension
The blockbuster deal locks in Seattle's star receiver long-term, bolstering their offense and potentially improving playoff betting futures in the NFC.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Mar 231 min read
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