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The Seattle Seahawks had what many considered a strong first round of the NFL Draft, and their second pick of the round came when they selected wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba with the No. 20 overall pick, and Smith-Njigba is excited about his fit with DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and Geno Smith. “Those guys can do […]

The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft is here, and the top players are coming off the board fast. the latest player to do so is Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, one of the top receivers in the class. Smith-Njigba was a dynamic threat for the Buckeyes, and now he hopes to bring […]

With the hype, uncertainty and anticipation heating up ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, we continue our NFL draft odds series with a prediction and pick for who the Houston Texans will select with the No. 2 and No. 12 overall picks. The Texans made some savvy moves in free agency, but they still have […]

Former Ohio State football wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba spoke about his former teammate CJ Stroud in an appearance on the Up & Adams Show, and he gave a glowing review of him ahead of the NFL Draft. “CJ Stroud’s going to be a great… I mean besides the arm talent, besides all that, he’s always […]

Ohio State Buckeyes Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the top wide receiver on many teams’ boards heading into the 2023 NFL Draft. He could go as high as No. 9 and as low as the late teens or even early 20s, depending on how the draft shakes out. No matter where he ends up on draft night, […]

With the hype, uncertainty and anticipation heating up ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, let’s break down the top wide receivers in this year’s class. Below, we continue our NFL odds series with a prediction for the number of wide receivers taken in the first round. While this year’s class isn’t exactly chock-full of superstars, it’s […]

Every year, something that no one saw coming in the NFL draft happens. Someone who was expected to go early falls, or someone is picked well higher than expected. It’s time to continue our 2023 NFL Draft Odds series with a special sleeper to be drafted in the top 5 prediction and pick. In 2021, […]

The New York Jets finally landed their crown jewel in the form of quarterback Aaron Rodgers. With Rodgers now under center in New York, the Jets are focused on adding explosive weapons for him to throw to. Specifically, the Jets have “spent considerable time and resources,” scouting Ohio State’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba via ESPN’s Matt Miller. […]

The 2023 NFL draft is upon is finally here! First round coverage begins Thursday, April 27. Below we will continue our NFL Draft odds series with a Jaxon Smith-Njigba prediction and pick about what team will draft him. The NFL draft is life-changing for anyone that is lucky enough to be drafted. It is even […]

The Tennessee Titans have been embroiled in trade rumors in the weeks leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft. Several reports have suggested at various times that the Titans would move up in the draft, to 3rd, or to 6th overall. However, with less than a week to go from draft day, there they sit […]

It appears likely the New York Jets will select an offensive tackle in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. But don’t rule out the Jets making a surprise move to land major talent at another position with the No. 13 overall pick. Tackle is a position of need for New York. And there […]

There has been much speculation as of late regarding just which wide receiver will be the first taken in the 2023 NFL Draft. Former Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba believes that he much deserves to be the first wideout selected in this year’s NFL Draft. “Look at the film, look at what I’ve done,” […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba was phenomenal for the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2021, but after suffering a hamstring injury that sidelined him for a good chunk of 2022, Peter King thinks his draft stock is falling. “Jaxon Smith-Njigba had a left hamstring injury last year. He had a gigantic 2021 season at Ohio State, then played only […]

The 2023 NFL Draft is right around the corner. As the draft is 10 days away, the New England Patriots have three clear needs entering the start of the three-day event: offensive tackle, cornerback and wide receiver. Luckily for them, there’s (at least) one prospect at each position that conceivably could be available when they’re […]

The Baltimore Ravens own the 22nd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. After that, they have just four more picks to go. There are many ways these picks can go, of course, but they could surely use more depth on their roster. Here we’ll look at three bold predictions for the Ravens in the […]

The Seattle Seahawks are likely to make further moves in the offseason of 2023. This is especially true given the number of available roster spots on their depth chart. Of course, they can do so through the draft. Here we’ll look at which rookie prospects the Seahawks will draft with each of their picks in […]

The Kansas City Chiefs enter the 2023 NFL Draft in an enviable position, as they have the chance to build on a roster that was already good enough for them to win a Super Bowl in 2022. With needs spanning multiple positions, including wide receiver, defensive end and defensive tackle, the Chiefs will still have […]

Heading into the 2023 NFL Draft, Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots appear set to add a playmaker in the first round. With the 14th overall selection, the Patriots could have their pick of potential game-changers on the offensive side of the ball, specifically at the wide receiver position. New England has shown significant […]

As the 2023 NFL Draft approaches, Ohio State’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba is considered to be one of, if not the, best wide receiver in the class. With Smith-Njigba projected to go in the first-round of the NFL Draft, many teams around the league have set their sights on the former Ohio State star. The Dallas Cowboys, […]

The Baltimore Ravens will almost certainly make further changes in the 2023 offseason. Note that there are obvious gaps in their roster. In addition, the Ravens will want to be as deep as possible. They can, of course, do so through the draft. Here we’ll look at which rookie prospects the Ravens will draft with […]

If you’re hoping the New England Patriots select a receiver with one of their top picks in the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft, don’t get your hopes up too high. Even though most analysts agree the Patriots need to add talent at wide receiver, they don’t appear to be impressed by the receiving prospects in this […]

The New England Patriots have a lot riding on the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft. They have made some interesting moves early on this offseason, whether it comes to their coaching staff or their personnel on the field, but it remains to be seen whether or not they have actually improved. A strong draft could be […]

In the 18 seasons that Aaron Rodgers has been under center for the Green Bay Packers, the team has never selected a wide receiver in the first round of any NFL Draft. That’s why Rodgers would be especially annoyed by this Mock Draft, courtesy of NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund, which predicts a Green Bay selection […]

The Tennessee Titans approach the 2023 NFL Draft with plenty of roster holes to fill on both sides of the ball. Picking at No. 11, the team can look to replace A.J. Brown, who they traded last offseason, Taylor Lewan, who they released this offseason, or go defense and draft a playmaker up front. With […]

Since drafting Justin Herbert with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft, the Los Angeles Chargers have gone all in with their roster. While trying to maximize having a star quarterback on a rookie deal, the front office has attempted to put together a roster full of elite. While the team has found […]

After looking like a Super Bowl contender for most of the 2022 season, the Baltimore Ravens’ season did not end as expected. With quarterback Lamar Jackson out with an injury, they fell to the Cincinnati Bengals 24-17 in the AFC Wild Card Round. Baltimore had a chance at taking the lead, but a fumble at […]

Heading into the 2023 NFL Draft, the New York Giants seem to be checking in with all of the top wide receiver prospects in the class. This includes Ohio State’s standout pass catcher Jaxon Smith-Njigba. After having dinner with the Jaxon Smith-Njigba on Tuesday, the Giants were well represented at his Pro Day. With nine […]

Ohio State WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba ran the 40-yard dash Wednesday at his Pro Day. He ran in the range of 4.48-4.52, and Steve Smith took to twitter for his take on Smith-Njigba’s time. I know many will have something to say, but I don’t care what his 40 time is@jaxon_smith1 = Playmaker https://t.co/z6ExMTu7Je — Steve […]

With the release of his fourth NFL mock draft of the 2023 cycle, ESPN’s Mel Kiper has Ohio State playing a big role in the first round. Over the 31 selections in round one, Kiper has three Buckeyes being selected, all on the offensive side of the ball. The three Ohio State players selected in […]

USC WR Jordan Addison is one of the top ranked wide receivers in the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft. OSU WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and TCU WR Quentin Johnston will be interested to hear Jordan Addison’s recent take on who is the best wide receiver joining the NFL ranks. USC WR Jordan Addison says he is the best […]

The New York Giants just signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a massive contract extension, and now they need to help him out by drafting a wide receiver in the 2023 NFL Draft. The Giants receiving corps was one of (if not) the weakest in the league last season, and that needs to change if the […]

The NFL offseason is in full swing, and the Houston Texans are looking to create a brighter future. Houston has been in rebuild mode since the whole Deshaun Watson controversy, which led to a trade to the Cleveland Browns last offseason. After trading Watson, the Texans have been looking for a franchise quarterback. Fortunately, the […]

After tremendous careers at Ohio State, both quarterback CJ Stroud and wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba are preparing for the 2023 NFL Draft. While they may end up no longer being teammates, their time at Ohio State has cemented a brotherhood between Stroud and Smith-Njigba. At the NFL Combine, Stroud was able to demonstrate his passing […]

Ohio State football wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba paid his respects to the New England Patriots and head coach Bill Belichick at the NFL draft combine after he met with the team, NESN.com New England Patriots beat reporter Dakota Randall wrote in a Friday article. “Coach Belichick, he’s, you know what type of franchise program they have over […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba of Ohio State football is expected to go early in the 2023 NFL Draft as he’s viewed as among the best options at the wide receiver position. He reinforced that notion with a great showing at the NFL Combine. In fact, according to Next Gen Stats, was among the five receivers who received […]

The NFL Scouting Combine is usually about talented young players showing off their athletic skills so they can impress future employers and win big-money contracts. When C.J. Stroud and Jaxon Smith-Njigba were on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis Saturday displaying their teamwork on passing plays, it was also a moment of wistfulness […]

Justin Fields and Jaxon Smith-Njigba were teammates together with the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2020, and both players would like nothing more than a reunion with the Chicago Bears in 2023. “Since he has been in Chicago, we have always talked about him being like a big brother to me,” Smith-Njigba said at the NFL […]

The 2023 NFL Draft continues to inch closer and closer every passing day. We’re now in March, which means the NFL Scouting Combine is underway and the draft itself is less than two months away. Top prospects are continuing to try and raise their draft stocks, and one of those top prospects is Ohio State […]

Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba had a bold message at the 2023 NFL Draft Combine, wrote the Athletic Chicago Bears beat writer Kevin Fishbain wrote in a Thursday tweet. “I just think my playmaking ability is second to none in this draft,” said Smith-Njigba. A former five-star prospect out of Rockwall, Texas, Smith-Njigba earned just under […]