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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 15, 2026 06:43 PM ET

Smith-Njigba leads NFL wideouts with 35.3% target share

Wilson sits third at 31.1 percent

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Highest target share among WR this season Jaxon Smith-Njigba 35.3% Amon-Ra St. Brown 31.4% Garrett Wilson Via @PFF on X

What happened: St. Brown follows at 31.4%, Wilson at 31.1% and Washington at 29.8%, with Olave at 28.5% to complete the top five. Smith-Njigba sits 3.9 points clear of St. Brown.

Why it matters: Target share identifies the primary read across a full season sample. Five wideouts above 28.5% separates every-week focal points from rotation options in 2026.

By the numbers: Smith-Njigba 35.3%, St. Brown 31.4%, Wilson 31.1%, Washington 29.8%, Olave 28.5% target share this season.

What to watch: Upcoming games will show whether the order holds or Washington closes on Wilson.

Sources

  • @PFF 
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