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his route tree is very similar to JSN in that way that it's so much like dig and out on that 90-degree angle cut.
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JSN's route tree mirrors Nacua's with high-value 90-degree cuts

Matt Harmon compares Jaxon Smith-Njigba's route tree to Puka Nacua's, noting both excel on 90-degree angle cuts like dig and out routes. Harmon suggests this skill set is increasingly valuable in modern offenses that utilize condensed formations to create explosive plays. Additionally, Smith-Njigba is part of a modern trend of working inside more, with a 10.2% nine-route percentage, which remains below the NFL average.

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