Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba Is On Track To Make NFL History

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is on track to shatter NFL history with his historic performance this season. The 24-year-old third-year standout is in pursuit of Calvin Johnson's single-season receiving record and is also targeting the league's first 2,000-yard receiving season. In their recent game against the Chicago Bears, Smith-Njigba showcased his offensive prowess with six receptions for 118 yards and a touchdown, helping lead the Seahawks to a 34-17 victory.

Smith-Njigba has now amassed 985 receiving yards and nine touchdowns over eight games, placing him at the top of the NFL in receiving yardage. His current average of 123.1 yards per game projects to approximately 2,093 yards over a 17-game schedule, surpassing Johnson's benchmark of 1,964 yards set during his record-setting 2012 campaign. At his current pace, Smith-Njigba could break the mark before the end of the 16-game regular season, potentially making the additional game unnecessary to achieve the record.

If he continues his current production, Smith-Njigba would also become the first player to reach 2,000 receiving yards in a single season, as Cooper Kupp's 2021 performance fell short by just 17 yards. The Seahawks will need to sustain their passing-game efficiency and keep Smith-Njigba healthy as the season progresses. With nine games remaining, the opportunity to rewrite NFL history remains within reach, though maintaining his current pace will undoubtedly be a significant challenge.