- Dec 8, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jaxon Smith-Njigba 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook

Originally posted on Total Apex Fantasy Sports
By Shane Foley | Last updated Jul 31, 2025 11:16 PM ET

Jaxon Smith-Njigba is poised to have a breakout season in 2025. The former Ohio State Buckeye has only been in the league for two seasons, but in that time, he’s impressed a lot of NFL fans. Given the way the Seahawks have changed over the offseason, Smith-Njigba should be getting more work this year. Can he earn WR1 status, though?

Jaxon Smith-Njigba 2024 Stats and Fantasy Production

Smith-Njigba wasn’t the most consistent receiver last year, but some of his strong performances were very impressive. He only had six games with more than 80 yards, but one of them was a double-touchdown route of the Los Angeles Rams. It was difficult knowing when to start Smith-Njigba last season, as he had some duds, such as only nine yards in the season opener and again in Week 7 against Atlanta. A general takeaway from last season was that if Smith-Njigba found the endzone, he had a great game. He also excelled when he got more than five receptions in a game.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba 2025 Fantasy Outlook

Oct 29, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) carries the ball after a catch while chased by Cleveland Browns safety Grant Delpit (22) at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports

There are several reasons why Smith-Njigba should have a much better season in 2025, and they all have to do with changes in the offense. First of all, DK Metcalf left for Pittsburgh, making Smith-Njigba the number one target. Although Cooper Kupp was added to Seattle, he won’t take away targets from Smith-Njigba the way Metcalf did. There’s also a new quarterback in Sam Darnold, who, if he continues from last year, is having a career resurgence.

That makes Smith-Njigba one of the better WR2s to have. Right now, his ADP is 14th among wide receivers, so he would be a WR2 in most leagues. Since there are so many talented wide receivers who are ranked higher, it’s hard to find a reason to make Smith-Njigba a WR1. There is notable talent that is being drafted behind Smith-Njigba, though, like Davante Adams, Terry McLaurin , and Marvin Harrison Jr. There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking these guys over Smith-Njigba, so at that point, it comes down to personal preference. Do not leave him on the board after the third round, though.

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