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ArticleSeahawks’ Jaxon Smith-Njigba makes case that he’s even better in 2026
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Jax is continuing to improve, and it just shows the kind of guy he is, too... For him to be able to be in the locker room, just not being satisfied. He wants to win, first and foremost, and you can always play with a guy like that.

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Darnold and Kupp praise Smith-Njigba's continued improvement and unsatisfied mentality.

Despite the Seahawks' roster additions and the expectation that opponents would devise defensive schemes to contain Smith-Njigba after his 2025 MVP season, he continues to be the focal point of the offense. Quarterback Sam Darnold noted that Smith-Njigba is 'continuing to improve' and praised his unsatisfied mindset and commitment to winning, while teammate Cooper Kupp highlighted his work ethic and belief that he has not yet arrived, suggesting sustained elite performance and development.

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