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Jaxon Smith-Njigba got a $120 million guaranteed from the Seattle Seahawks. Nacua is looking for at least that much and he would deserve it too because some team out there will pay it. They just will.
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Nacua's free agency leverage could net $120M+ guaranteed; teams will pay elite receiver rates despite injury history.
Nacua has significant free agency leverage and market value; Jaxon Smith-Njigba received $120 million guaranteed from Seattle, and Nacua is seeking at least that much. The source argues that if Nacua signs with another team as a free agent in 2027 with a clean bill of health, he could command at least $42.2 million per season (the highest-paid receiver rate) despite his injury history and current hip/groin issues, because teams repeatedly ignore red flags for elite talent. Nacua's negotiating position is strengthened by the Rams' 1-2 start and their significant 2026 investments (Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, Aaron Donald retention, Jaylen Watson signing), which signal desperation and make him the team's biggest star.
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