That one time Kyle Shanahan forgot about Jaxon Smith-Njigba
The 49ers head coach saw the Seahawks receiver at a Pro Day and forgot his name. His GM had to remind him.
Pasadena, California - On January 01, 2022, Jaxon Smith-Njigba of the Ohio State Buckeyes scored a touchdown pass during the Rose Bowl Game against the Utah Utes. The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, which is considered one of the most crucial games of the season so far. In a recent press conference, 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan recounted a memorable moment from 2021 when he first encountered Smith-Njigba while evaluating quarterbacks at Ohio State.
Shanahan was among the team watching the freshman wide receiver run circles around defenders, ultimately praising Smith-Njigba's impressive display of skill. However, Shanahan forgot Smith-Njigba's name at the time, as he often does with younger talent. The 49ers ultimately selected Trey Lance with their third pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, while Smith-Njigba was drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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