The Seattle Seahawks have secured Jaxon Smith-Njigba with a four-year contract extension worth $168.6 million, cementing his position as the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history. Following his exceptional performance in 2025, which earned him the Offensive Player of the Year award, Smith-Njigba is guaranteed $120 million.
His outstanding season included leading the NFL with 1,793 receiving yards, achieving a career-high 15.1 yards per catch, and scoring 10 touchdowns. With an annual average of $42.15 million, Smith-Njigba surpasses the next highest-paid wide receiver, Ja'Marr Chase, who has an annual average of $40.25 million. This record-breaking extension sets a new benchmark for the receiver market, potentially influencing the negotiations for division rivals, particularly the Los Angeles team, as their star wide receiver Puka Nacua approaches the end of his contract.
The Seahawks may also consider extending the contract of standout cornerback Devon Witherspoon, their 2023 first-round pick.