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Why Tom Brady was in awe of Jaxon Smith-Njigba during NFC Championship game
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Tom Brady was shocked by Jaxon Smith-Njigba 's performance during the NFC Championship Game.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba delivered one of his most complete performances of the season as the Seattle Seahawks secured their place in the Super Bowl.
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The wide receiver's impact drew detailed praise from Tom Brady during the Fox broadcast, as he described Smith-Njigba's skill.
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Tom Brady explains why Jaxon Smith-Njigba stood out
Tom Brady said Jaxon Smith-Njigba's route running separates him from most receivers, pointing to technical details that make him difficult to defend.
"He's like an ice-skater out there when I see him run routes. He glides, his shoulder play never dips. It's always the same height."
"A lot of receivers, when they run, if they're speeding up or stopping, their shoulder planes will rise or fall. He maintains the same shoulder plane when he runs his route. It's really hard for any defensive back to get a beat on what he is doing."
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Brady's analysis highlighted how subtle mechanics can provide an advantage in high-pressure playoff situations.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba's performance draws elite-level praise
Jaxon Smith-Njigba emerged as a central figure in the Seattle Seahawks offense during the NFC Championship Game, consistently creating separation and delivering at key moments.
With the Seahawks preparing for the Super Bowl, Brady's comments reflect growing recognition of Smith-Njigba's refinement and reliability.
Praise from the greatest quarterback in NFL history underscores how Smith-Njigba's technical precision is translating onto the biggest stage.
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It's this precision that makes Smith-Njigba one of the strongest players on the Seahawks roster ahead of the Super Bowl.
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