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Seahawks Say Smaller Cleats, Foot Scans Solved Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s Hamstring Troubles

Seattle frames equipment customization as a competitive edge.

Overview

  • Seattle’s equipment chief said foot scans put Jaxon Smith-Njigba in size 10.5 cleats after he wore 12s at Ohio State, and he said the change ended the hamstring issues.
  • The receiver has not missed a game in three NFL seasons, including all 2025 playoff games, according to participation records cited in reports.
  • He led the NFL in 2025 with 119 catches for 1,793 yards and 10 touchdowns and earned first-team All-Pro and Offensive Player of the Year honors.
  • The Seahawks signed him in March to a four-year, $168.6 million extension with $120 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid receiver per NFL Network reporting.
  • Team leaders said Seattle was early to routine foot scanning through a Nike partnership and now custom fits helmets, shoulder pads, and shoes for players.