In his inaugural Pro Bowl, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba found himself in a humorous situation when he was assigned the role of throwing a pass. After receiving a snap from Baker Mayfield, who was momentarily playing center, Smith-Njigba attempted a throw that was intercepted by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, resulting in a touchdown for the opposing team. Although his team prevailed with a score of 76-63, Smith-Njigba's lighthearted post-game tweet joking about retirement may have sparked confusion. He clarified that his 'retirement' was merely in jest about trying his hand at quarterbacking. While he won't transition to full-time QB, his throwing ability was showcased when he deftly executed a 30-yard pass to DK Metcalf during a regular-season match, proving that he has potential beyond his main position. Despite the Pro Bowl's unique settings that diminish traditional plays, Seattle could benefit from utilizing Smith-Njigba's passing skills in unexpected situations. As it stands, he may only average one pass a season, but his quarterbacking journey has far from ended, regardless of any retirement claims.
