Seahawks Sign Jaxon Smith-Njigba to NFL's Highest WR Deal at $168.6M

Jaxon Smith-Njigba has signed a four-year, $168.6 million contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks, making him the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history. The deal includes $120 million guaranteed and extends Smith-Njigba through the 2031 season, according to Fox Sports and The Guardian.

The 24-year-old Ohio State product set franchise records in 2025 for receptions and yards, amassing a league-best 1,793 receiving yards and earning NFL Offensive Player of the Year honors, reports Guardian Sport US. This performance underscored his central role in the Seahawks' offense during their recent Super Bowl run, as detailed by Fox Sports.

Smith-Njigba’s average annual salary of $42.15 million surpasses the previous wide receiver record held by Ja’Marr Chase, who averaged $40.25 million per year with the Cincinnati Bengals, confirms The Guardian and Fox Sports. The new contract elevates Smith-Njigba above other top receivers like Alec Pierce, who recently re-signed with the Indianapolis Colts for $116 million over four years.

Seattle’s commitment to retaining Smith-Njigba highlights the organization’s focus on building a sustainable Super Bowl contender, aiming to maintain key talent amidst the NFL’s growing salary cap environment, Fox Sports notes. The Seahawks will monitor how this investment impacts their roster and salary structure moving forward.

Looking ahead, attention will turn to Smith-Njigba’s performance in the 2026 season and whether this record contract propels Seattle back into championship contention. The impact of the deal on wide receiver market trends will also be closely watched across the league.