{
  "id": 10574836,
  "title": "Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba Accomplishes Rare Feat Not Seen Since 1999",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/seahawks-jaxon-smith-njigba-accomplishes-rare-feat-not-seen-since-1999",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-29T01:09:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/seahawks-jaxon-smith-njigba-accomplishes-rare-feat-not-seen-since-1999-12499120"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba achieved a remarkable feat last Sunday against the Washington Commanders, becoming the first player since 1999 to record at least 400 receiving yards and six touchdowns through the first three games of a season. Despite the Seahawks' 33-31 loss, Smith-Njigba's performance remained impressive, hauling in ten receptions for 128 yards and two touchdowns. This accomplishment places him among an elite group in the 21st century, with Marvin Harrison being the last player to achieve similar numbers in 1999. Smith-Njigba's consistency is remarkable, as he has both scored a touchdown and accumulated over 100 receiving yards in every game this season. This exceptional performance is even more astonishing considering the Seahawks' offensive struggles, especially with backup quarterback Drew Lock seeing the majority of action due to Sam Darnold's hip injury. The young wide receiver's resilience and skill are evident as he continues to defy expectations and maintain positive momentum for the Seahawks in Week 4.",
  "summary": "Seattle Seahawks star Jaxon Smith-Njigba enters rare company after a strong outing in the team's Week 3 loss to the Commanders.",
  "key_points": [
    "Jaxon Smith-Njigba becomes first player since 1999 with 400+ yards and 6 TDs in first 3 games.",
    "Achieves feat despite Seahawks' 33-31 loss to Washington Commanders.",
    "Marvin Harrison last matched similar numbers in 1999; Smith-Njigba excels in consistency."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Jaxon Smith-Njigba's strong start puts him in a select group, showing his consistency and skill are elevating the Seahawks' offense despite injury and other challenges.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}