Fantasy Outlook for Jaxon Smith‑Njigba
The 2026 fantasy football season is already generating buzz, and among the names that dominate early draft boards is Jaxon Smith‑Njigba of the Seattle Seahawks.
After a breakout campaign in which he recorded 1,793 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, Smith‑Njigba finished second in total fantasy points in ESPN’s PPR format, trailing only Puka Nacua.
What sets him apart is the sheer volume of work he received: 163 targets placed his way, a figure that eclipses the next highest teammate, Cooper Kupp, by more than 90.
Analysts expect him to amass roughly 1,569 yards and nine scores next season, positioning him behind Nacua and Ja’Marr Chase in the points hierarchy, yet still projecting him as a no‑brainer WR1 for owners.
The combination of his target share, the Seahawks’ offensive scheme and the upside of a potential increase in red‑zone opportunities makes his upside difficult to ignore.