NewsThe GuardianMay 19, 2026United States
Seahawks Receiver Receives Incorrect NFL Award
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba was mistakenly sent a trophy labeled for the NFL's defensive player of the year. In reality, the player earned the offensive player of the year award after a record-breaking season.
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This highlights a significant administrative error by the NFL regarding the recognition of a star athlete's record-breaking performance.
Key Facts
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba won the NFL offensive player of the year award.
- The trophy he received was incorrectly engraved as defensive player of the year.
- Smith-Njigba set franchise records with 119 receptions and 1,793 receiving yards.