The Seattle Seahawks will host the New Orleans Saints in Week 3. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba Playing in Week 3?
Smith-Njigba (illness) is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Saints and will likely be a game-time decision.
We’ll continue to monitor the Seahawks’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Week 3?
Puka Nacua, CeeDee Lamb, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Those are the three WRs who have finished top-15 at the position in each of the first two weeks this season, and it’s hard to say JSN’s name doesn’t belong in that tier.
I don’t think any of us doubted the potential in this profile, but I’m sure I’m not the only one that feared a bit of a learning curve in a new role with a new QB.
Last season, Smith-Njigba was hyper-efficient (100 catches on 137 targets), operating mainly as a slot threat next to DK Metcalf. With that support gone and Cooper Kupp in, it was natural to think that he’d kick outside more, a naturally less efficient spot on the field.
Well, that’s been true. The first part. He spent 77.4% of his routes in the slot last season and is at 26.3% through two weeks this year. As for his efficiency numbers? They are nearly identical to his marks in 2021 and that’s something only the elite can pull off.
I’m not sure he can sustain that for 17 games, but he’s off to a great start and was always going to be a lineup lock.
Could he turn out to be the sleeper key that was needed at drafts this summer?
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Smith-Njigba’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 3
Smith-Njigba is projected to score 17.5 fantasy points in PPR formats. We project Smith-Njigba to have 7 receptions for 76 yards and 0.4 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 3 Weather Impact: Saints at Seahawks
The forecast for 4:05 PM ET kickoff is 63 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
