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Jaxon Smith-Njigba Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Receiver at $168M

4/4/2026

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Stephen A. Smith congratulated Jaxon Smith-Njigba for becoming the National Football League (NFL)'s highest-paid wide receiver with a four-year, $168 million extension through 2031.
NFL teams must decide by May 1 whether to exercise fifth-year options for 2023 first-round picks.
The Seattle Seahawks opted for Smith-Njigba, keeping him under contract until 2027 with about $23.9 million.
Other teams, including Minnesota Vikings and Buffalo Bills, are exercising options with varying values.

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Stephen A. Smith congratulated Jaxon Smith-Njigba for becoming the National Football League (NFL)'s highest-paid wide receiver with a four-year, $168 million extension through 2031.
NFL teams must decide by May 1 whether to exercise fifth-year options for 2023 first-round picks.
The Seattle Seahawks opted for Smith-Njigba, keeping him under contract until 2027 with about $23.9 million.
Other teams, including Minnesota Vikings and Buffalo Bills, are exercising options with varying values.