Nacua Set to Top Smith-Njigba's Record Deal

0:00On March 23rd, the Seattle Seahawks just reset the market for wide receivers by signing Jackson Smith-Enjigbud to a 4-year deal worth 100. $68.6 million, the richest in NFL history, at an average of 42.15 million per year. This move hits close to home for the Los Angeles Rams, who are gearing up to negotiate with their own star, Puka Nakua, also eligible for his first. Jackson, after being drafted in 2023, Nakua edges out Smith-Enjigbud and key stats over their careers, with more receptions, yards, and total touchdowns across 44 games, even leading. The league last year in receiving yards per game. Rams' general manager, Les Sneed, has made it clear they want to lock Nakua up long term, especially with no other clear, wide-out option beyond aging vet. The Vante Adams, who has just one year left. Expect Nakua to top that contract soon. Likely after the draft, as the Rams follow their usual summer timeline for these big deals

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