Jaxon Smith-Njigba Blasts NFL Over Offensive Player of the Year Trophy Errors

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Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has publicly criticized the NFL as "disrespectful" after receiving his 2025 AP Offensive Player of the Year trophy with multiple errors, including being incorrectly labeled as the "Defensive Player of the Year." His brother, Canaan Smith-Njigba, joined in calling out the league for the blunder. The NFL has issued an apology and confirmed that a replacement trophy is currently being prepared for the star receiver following the social media backlash.