Jaxon Smith-Njigba Named OPOY After Leading League in Receiving Yards

Seattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, 23, was named the 2025 Offensive Player of the Year at Thursday's NFL Honors, narrowly beating Christian McCaffrey and Puka Nacua. He led the league with 1,793 receiving yards, finished fourth in receptions (119), and tied for sixth with 10 receiving touchdowns. Smith-Njigba, a First-Team All-Pro, formed a strong connection with QB Sam Darnold, making highlight plays like a one-handed NFC Championship catch. Praised by Tom Brady for his catching and route-running, he's expected to drive Seattle's passing game in Sunday's Super Bowl against the Patriots.