What happened: Peyton Manning walked back his broadcast skepticism on ManningCast after Jaxon Smith-Njigba broke loose for a long touchdown on Monday Night Football. The scoring play immediately countered Manning's live critique during the alternate telecast.
NFL·RECAP·November 3, 2026 05:41 AM ET
Smith-Njigba scores long Monday touchdown, forcing Manning on-air reversal
Receiver has eight touchdowns through seven games in 2026.
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