Smith-Njigba made the comments<\/a> during his visit to UFC Seattle.<\/p>\n\u201cDefinitely not [Seahawks cornerback] Devon Witherspoon. He\u2019s a wild guy. You know, there\u2019s a couple of guys out there,\u201d Smith-Njigba said.<\/p>\n
He added: \u201cAnyone from the LA Rams or the San Francisco 49ers, I\u2019d happily get in the ring with.\u201d<\/p>\n
The response reflects the intensity of NFC West rivalries, where matchups often carry extra edge.<\/p>\n
It also shows the chemistry within Seattle\u2019s locker room, with Witherspoon clearly off the list.<\/p>\n
Jaxon Smith-Njigba signs record $168.6M deal after Super Bowl 60 win<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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The deal followed a standout season that saw him play a key role in Seattle\u2019s Super Bowl 60 victory.<\/p>\n
His performances throughout the year also earned him Offensive Player of the Season honors, further cementing his rise.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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