Jaxon Smith-Njigba brought his competitive edge to UFC Seattle, naming two NFL rivals he would not mind stepping into the ring with.
The Seahawks star kept things light, but his answer made it clear where his rivalries stand.
And one teammate was definitely off limits.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba names Rams and 49ers players as fight targets
Smith-Njigba made the comments during his visit to UFC Seattle.
“Definitely not [Seahawks cornerback] Devon Witherspoon. He’s a wild guy. You know, there’s a couple of guys out there,” Smith-Njigba said.
He added: “Anyone from the LA Rams or the San Francisco 49ers, I’d happily get in the ring with.”
The response reflects the intensity of NFC West rivalries, where matchups often carry extra edge.
It also shows the chemistry within Seattle’s locker room, with Witherspoon clearly off the list.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba signs record $168.6M deal after Super Bowl 60 win
Off the field, Smith-Njigba is coming off a landmark moment in his career after signing a record-breaking $168.6 million extension with the Seattle Seahawks.
The deal followed a standout season that saw him play a key role in Seattle’s Super Bowl 60 victory.
His performances throughout the year also earned him Offensive Player of the Season honors, further cementing his rise.
The contract makes him the highest-paid wide receiver in the league, reflecting both his production and long-term value. That combination of success and confidence is what makes his comments land with added weight.
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