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49ers Lenoir vs. Seahawks Smith-Njigba: A Playoff Showdown

12/30/2025

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Deommodore Lenoir of the San Francisco 49ers challenged Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba to a man-to-man matchup, citing past comments in which he criticized the receiver.
Seattle Sports analyst Brock Huard dismissed the idea, stating that Lenoir is not capable of effectively covering Smith-Njigba.
The 49ers (12-4) will host the Seahawks (13-3) on Saturday, a game that will determine the top seed in the NFC playoffs.

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Deommodore Lenoir of the San Francisco 49ers challenged Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba to a man-to-man matchup, citing past comments in which he criticized the receiver.
Seattle Sports analyst Brock Huard dismissed the idea, stating that Lenoir is not capable of effectively covering Smith-Njigba.
The 49ers (12-4) will host the Seahawks (13-3) on Saturday, a game that will determine the top seed in the NFC playoffs.